Teknetics TreasureTek Elite - User Manual

OWNER’S MANUAL
MTTEKEL Rev.1 020415
Use a 9-volt ALKALINE battery only.
Do not use “Heavy Duty” batteries.
Do not use ordinary Zinc Carbon batteries.
5-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY
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FREE DETECTOR.
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The TreasureTek Elite metal detector is warranted against defects in materials and
workmanship under normal use for five years from the date of purchase to the
original owner.
Damage due to neglect, accidental damage or misuse of this product is not
covered under this warranty. Decisions regarding abuse or misuse of the detector
are made solely at the discretion of the manufacturer.
Proof of Purchase is required to make a claim under this warranty.
Liability under this Warranty is limited to replacing or repairing, at our option, the
metal detector returned, shipping cost prepaid, to First Texas Products. Shipping
cost to First Texas Products is the responsibility of the consumer.
To return your detector for service, please first contact First Texas Products for a
Return Authorization (RA) Number. Reference the RA number on your package and
return the detector within 15 days of calling to:
First Texas Products L.L.C.
1465 Henry Brennan Dr.
El Paso, TX 79936
Phone: 915-633-8354
NOTICE TO CUSTOMERS OUTSIDE THE U.S.A.
This warranty may vary in other countries; check with your distributor for details.
Warranty does not cover shipping costs to and from the U.S.A.
According to FCC part 15.21, changes or modifications made to this device not expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.
This device complies with FCC Part 15 Subpart B Section 15.109 Class B.
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2014 by First Texas Products, L.L.C.
All rights reserved, including the right to reproduce this book, or parts thereof, in any form,
except for the inclusion of brief quotations in a review.
Published by First Texas Products, L.L.C.
Operational Weight: 1.077 kg (2 lbs. 6oz.), with 11DD coil: 1.19 kg (2 lbs. 10oz.)
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TREASURE HUNTER’S CODE OF ETHICS:
• Always check Federal, State, County and local laws before searching.
• Respect private property and do not enter private property without the owner’s permission.
• Take care to refill all holes and leave no damage.
• Remove and dispose of any and all trash and litter found.
• Appreciate and protect our inheritance of natural resources, wildlife and private property.
•
Act as an ambassador for all treasure hunters; use thoughtfulness, consideration and courtesy at all times.
• Never destroy historical or archaeological treasures.
• All treasure hunters may be judged by the example you set; always conduct yourself with
courtesy and consideration of others.

Summary

Treasure Hunters Code of Ethics

5-Year Limited Warranty

Warranty Claim and Return Process

Details on proof of purchase, contacting for RA, and returning the detector for service.

Notice to Customers Outside the U.S.A.

Accessories

Carrying, Detector, and Digging Accessories

Includes carrying bags, stereo headphones, pinpointer, digging trowel, gold pick, and lesche knife.

Apparel and Searchcoils

Features Teknetics T-shirt, baseball cap, searchcoils, and protective covers.

Troubleshooting

Detector Troubleshooting Guide

Lists common detector symptoms, their causes, and recommended solutions.

Terminology

Metal Detector Terminology Definitions

Defines key terms like Elimination, Discrimination, Relic, Iron, Pinpointing, and V.C.O.

Assembly

Armrest Adjustment and Strap

Instructions for adjusting the armrest position and using the optional armrest strap.

Other Features

Overload Warning and Unit of Measure

Explains overload warnings and how to change the unit of measure (CM/IN).

Memory and Reset Functions

Details on saving settings to memory and resetting to factory defaults.

Assembly

Detector Assembly Steps

Detailed steps for assembling the S-rod, stems, armrest, and searchcoil.

Mode Selections

Pinpoint Mode Operation

Covers pinpoint depth indicator, retuning, and tracing target locations.

Pinpointer Recommendation

Suggests using a handheld pinpointer for easier object location.

Batteries

Battery Types and Life

Information on battery requirements, life expectancy, and indicators.

Battery Disposal and Recycling

Guidelines for proper disposal and recycling of batteries.

Mode Selections

Iron Identification and FeTone

Explains the iron indicator icon and the FeTone adjustable iron audio feature.

Pinpoint Mode Details

Describes pinpoint operation, target ID absence, discrimination, V.C.O. audio, and depth display.

Depth Indicator

Bar Graph Depth Representation

Explains how the bar graph visually represents target depth and size.

Quick-Start Demonstration

Required Supplies and Setup

Lists necessary items and initial detector setup for the demonstration.

Target Detection Demonstration

Guides user through testing objects and understanding Target-ID and DISC.

Pinpoint Mode Demonstration

Instructions for demonstrating the Pinpoint Mode functionality.

The Basics of Metal Detecting

Key Objectives in Metal Detecting

Covers ignoring ground minerals, trash, identifying objects, and estimating size/depth.

Discrimination System

Discrimination Control and V-Break

Illustrates how the DISC control and V-Break operate with examples.

Discrimination System

3-Tone System Explained

Details the 3-tone system and potential Target-ID inconsistencies.

EMI and Headphones

Discusses electromagnetic interference (EMI) and using headphones.

Operation and Controls

Powering Up and Control Overview

Instructions for powering on the detector and using the SENS, DISC, VOL controls.

Discrimination System

Target-ID Reference Ranges

Provides general reference ranges for Target-IDs of various metal objects.

3-Tone System Tones

Explains the sounds associated with Low Tone, V.C.O., and High Tone.

Discrimination System

Target Detection and Sweep Technique

Details on sweeping the searchcoil for optimal target detection.

Target-ID Explanation

Describes how Target-ID represents conductivity and potential rapid changes.

Menu Selections

Operational Overview and SENS Control

How to navigate menus (SENS, DISC, VOL) and adjust sensitivity.

Menu Selections

Depth Capability and DISC Control

Explains detector depth capability and how to adjust the Discrimination setting.

Menu Selections

Volume Control and FeTone

Details on adjusting volume, FeTone feature, and volume settings table.

Teknetics TreasureTek Elite Specifications

General

Operating Frequency	7.8 kHz
Pinpoint Mode	Yes
Battery	9V
Battery Life	20-25 Hours
Depth Indicator	Yes
Discrimination	Adjustable Discrimination
Target ID	Yes
Weight	2.3 lbs
Battery Type	9V alkaline
Search Coil	8-inch concentric