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Instruction ManualCable Avoidance ToolCable Avoidance Tool XDSignal Generator SG-ASignal Generator SG-VCABLE AVOIDANCE TOOLS

Locator Battery CheckSwitch the locator on by pulling up on the On/Off trigger positioned on the underside of the handle. The locator should emit a cl

When in use the locator should always be held upright.NEVER swing the locator such that it moves away from the vertical.Your middle or little finger s

There are three stages to the locating process; searching, pinpointing andtracing1. Turn the function switch to the appropriate mode2. Hold in the On/

Having found the presence of a signal the next stop is to pinpointthe source. The closer the locator is to the signal source thestronger the response.

Using the Locator: TracingHaving pinpointed a service it should now be possible to trace it’s route.1. Carefully follow the direction of the signal ho

12Using the Signal GeneratorUsing the locator in Power and Radio modes will only allow you to locate and mark the position of buried services thatare

Using the Signal Generator: BatteriesBattery CheckSwitch the Signal Generator on by pressing the On/Off switch. The Signal Generator should emit a lou

Using the Signal Generator: Direct ConnectionThe direct connection leads and earth stake that are supplied with the Signal Generatorare used to apply

Using the Signal Generator: Direct Connection4. Place the Earth Stake in the ground (having first searched the areafor buried cables with the locator)

Using the Signal Generator: Direct ConnectionDirect Connection to a Street Lighting ColumnThe position and route of street lighting or car park lighti

Beware of multiple services. The C.Scope Cable Avoidance Tool will not alwaysindicate close services, either side by side or one above the other.Do no

Using the Signal Generator: Signal Clamp/ InjectorSignal Clamp1. Plug the Signal Clamp into the connection socket on the Signal Generator.2. Turn the

Signal Generator: Searching for the Direct Connected SignalThe Search pattern used to find the Signal Generator signal whenapplied by a direct connect

Signal Generator: Tracing the Direct Connected SignalThe tracing technique used to follow the Signal Generator signal when applied by a direct connect

Signal Generator: InductionThis is the standard method for inducing signals onto buried metallicservices. It produces a strong signal directly below t

Signal Generator: Searching for an Induced SignalThe search pattern used to find the Signal Generator signal when applied by Induction is slightly dif

Signal Generator: Searching for an Induced Signal4. Walk in a straight line across the end line of the SignalGenerator. When a signal is detected ‘pin

Signal Generator: Induction Multiple ServicesIt is important to check for the presence of adjacent services running close, orparallel, to the conducto

Signal Generator: Using an Inductive SweepIf a large area needs to be searched for buried services then an ‘Inductive Sweep’ could be used. It is an i

Non-Metallic Pipe TracingNon-metallic pipes such as sewers or drains, service ducts, plastic gas and water pipes are not electrically conductiveand so

Non-Metallic Pipe Tracing: SondeThe Sonde is powered by a single AA (LR6) size alkaline battery.1. To turn the Sonde on, separate the two halves of th

ContentsWarnings Inside Front Cover FeaturesCable Avoidance Tool (and XD Model) 1Signal Generator (SG-A and SG-V Models) 2Locator Operating ModesPower

Non-Metallic Pipe Tracing: Sonde3. Keeping the blade of the locator in line with the Sonde, move the locator backwards and forwards over the length of

Non-Metallic Pipe Tracing: Plastic Pipe TracerLine TracingThe Plastic Pipe Tracers can be used in services up to 2metres deep and do not workthrough m

NOTE It is important that a change of tone is heard when making the connections to ensure that there is adetectable signal present on the Tracer.NOTE

Depth MeasurementThe C.Scope Cable Avoidance Tool XD can be used in conjunction with the Signal Generator orSonde to indicate the depth of a buried se

4. Press and hold down the depth button. The depth will be shown on the display, measured in metres.5. The depth should be verified by lifting up the

Depth Measurement using Sonde/Plastic Pipe Tracer(end mode only)1. Pinpoint the exact position of the Sonde as shown in the “Non-metallic Pipes”sectio

C.Scope Cable Avoidance Tool: Function ChecksIt is recommended that the operation of the C.Scope Cable Avoidance Tool and SignalGenerator is checked b

C.Scope Cable Avoidance Tool: Function ChecksGenerator Mode - Locate an outdoor test area that is free from extraneous fields resulting from overhead

C.Scope Signal Generator: Function ChecksBattery Condition - Select Continuous. Good batteries will be shown by a loud clear audio tone. Bad batteries

Function ChecksThe black ground Lead should be laid at right angles to the 20m wire and earthed at the far end with a ground stake. The plug should be

Digital displayDepth measurement button (XD model only)Detachable loud speakerOn/ Off switchSensitivity control3 position mode switchBattery compartme

MaintenanceHandling - The C.Scope Cable Avoidance Tool and Signal Generator are rugged instruments designed for the rigours ofevery day use. However,

Cable Avoidance Tool: Technical SpecificationsControls:On/Off switch, spring loaded trigger switch under handle.Function select switch.3 positions: P

Signal Generator: Technical SpecificationsControls:All operation is by push button control as follows:On/Off.Power Decrease (SGV) or Low Power (SGA).P

Support Services: Training/Servicing/RepairsTraining - This manual is comprehensive but cannot replace tuition. C.Scope offersexcellent training, cost

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On/Off switchLoud/Mute switchPulsed/Continuous output switchHigh power switchLow power switchBatteriesDirect connection socketAuxiliary earth lead soc

The C.Scope Signal Generator (SG-A and SG-V Models)Accessory trayAccessory tray holding clipsEarth stakeDirect connection leadsCrocodile clips Auxilia

NOTE Generally these services should be detectable using the Radio or Generator modes.In Power Mode the locator detects power signals. These power si

In Radio mode, the locator detects signals from radio transmitters. These signals flow through the ground and will tend tofollow the line of least res

Locator Operating Modes: Generator ModeIn Generator mode the locator detects conductors radiating asignal applied by the Signal Generator. The Signal