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Direct Connection
Direct Connection is the most reliable method of signal application. This method
is relatively free of interference. The greatest amount of signal strength can be
achieved by this method. All frequencies may be used. The far end of the utility
must be grounded.
Connect the red TesT cord to an existing ground point or an exposed metallic sec-
tion of the utility . Place the Ground rod approximately 10 feet from this point, at
an angle of 90º to the buried cable or pipe. Push the Ground rod into the ground
8 to 10 inches. Connect the Black TesT cord to the Ground rod.
Plug the red/Black TesT cord into the TX OUTPUT JACK. Press the FREQUENCY Button
for 82kHz or 8kHz. The Power Output Indicator and the Frequency Indicator of the
chosen frequency is displayed.
Coupler Connection
The optional FlexicouPler and Hard couPler are very easy to use, and services do not
have to be interrupted. The operation range is shorter than for direcT connecTion
methods. The tracing signal can be affected by neighboring cables and pipes. The
red/Black TesT cord or the Ground rod are not needed for this method. Successful
couPler operation requires an insulated conductor that is grounded on both near
and far ends.
Loop the FlexicouPler around the cable and connect the two ends, or clamp the
Hard couPler around the cable. It is important to connect the couPler around the
cable needing to be traced. Connect the couPler around the wire closer to the
outgoing cable not near the system ground. The result will be a stronger signal.
Plug the couPler TesT cord into the Tx ouTPuT Jack. Always use the 82 kHz FreQuencY
on the receiver and the TransmiTTer.
TRANSMITTER
RED
FLEXICOUPLER
BURIED CABLE
TRANSMITTER
kM
v
mA
DFF
kHz
F.1
F.2
kM
v
mA
DFF
kHz
F.1
F.2
DO NOT CONNECT TO LIVE POWER
OR ENERGIZED POWER CABLES
CAUTION
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