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7.1.4 Peak/Null mode 19
7.2 Compass 19
7.3 Trace 19
7.4 Pinpoint 19
7.5 Sweep and search 20
7.5.1 Passive Sweep 20
7.5.2 Inductive search 20
Section 8. – Depth and current readings
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8.1 Depth readings 22
8.1.1 TruDepth and Compass 22
8.2 Verifying depth measurements 23
8.2.1 Rough depth calibration check 23
8.3 Current readings 24
8.3.1 Identication using current
measurements
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8.3.2 About current measurements 24
8.2.3 Applying a transmitter signal 25
8.2.4 Signal current measurements 25
Section 9. – General Locating tips
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9.1 Eliminating services 26
9.1.1 Induction 26
9.1.1 Unwanted signal coupling 26
9.2 Signal grounding 27
9.2.1 Manhole covers 27
9.2.2 Using lighting columns 27
9.2.3 Finding a good ground point 27
9.3 Double-ended connections 28
9.3.1 Making a double-ended connection 28
Section 10. – Using Accessories
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10.1 About accessories 29
10.2 Receiver clamps 29
10.2.1 When to use clamps 29
10.2.2 Connecting a clamp 29
10.2.3 Available receiver clamps 30
10.3 Transmitter clamps 30
10.3.1 Connecting the clamp 30
10.3.2 Available transmitter clamps 31
10.4 Sondes 31
10.4.1 When to use a sonde 31
10.4.2 Choosing a suitable sonde 31
10.4.3 Preparation 31
10.4.4 Propelling a sonde 31
10.4.5 Locating and tracing a sonde 32
10.4.6 Checking sonde depth 32
10.4.7 Types and range of sondes 33
10.5 Stethoscopes 34
10.5.1 When to use a stethoscope 34
10.5.2 How to use a stethoscope 34
10.5.3 Types of stethoscope 34
10.6 Submersible antenna 34
10.6.1 When to use a submersible antenna 34
10.6.2 How to use a submersible antenna 34
Section 11. – Fault-Finding
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11.1 About fault-nding 36
11.2 Preparation 36
11.2.1 Connecting the transmitter 36
11.2.2 Reference readings 36
11.3 How to nd a fault 37
Section 12. – Current direction (CD)
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12.1 Understanding CD 38
12.1.1 Using Current Direction (CD) to aid
identication
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12.2 CD reset 39
12.2.1 About CD reset 39
12.2.2 Using a CD clamp or stethoscope 39
12.2.3 Performing a CD reset 39
Section 13. – Appendices
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13.1 Care and maintenance 40
13.1.1 General 40
13.1.2 Batteries and power supply 40
13.1.3 Cleaning 40
13.1.4 Disassembly 40
13.1.5 Service and maintenance 40
13.2 Upgrading rmware 40
13.3 eCAL™ 40
13.4 Specications for the receiver and
transmitter
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13.5 Supported frequencies 41
13.6 Supported accessories 42