Active Line Tracing; Direct Connect; Inductive Clamp - RIDGID SeekTech SR-20 Operator's Manual

Active Line Tracing

In Active Line Tracing Mode, the SR‑24 detects signals
generated by a line transmitter, such as the RIDGID
SeekTech ST‑33Q+� Transmitters can energize a target
line with a tracing signal in three ways: Direct Connect
(metal‑to‑metal contact), with an Inductive Clamp, or
using the transmitter's internal transmitting antenna
through Induction�
Note: For complete instructions on generating a locating
signal with a transmitter, refer to the operator's manual
that came with the line transmitter you are using.

Direct Connect

Energizing a target line by direct connection requires
metal‑to‑metal contact�
1� Use the clip's built‑in scraper to remove paint, dirt,
or debris from the connection point to ensure good
metal‑to‑metal contact�
2� Attach one of the transmitter's lead clips to the tar‑
get line�
3� Push the grounding stake into the ground as far as
possible and attach the transmitter's other lead clip
to it�
With the transmitter's lead clips attached to the tar‑
get line and the grounding stake, a circuit is created
for the signal to travel� The circuit allows current to
flow, energizing the target line�
Note: A weak ground connection can cause a poor
tracing circuit. Refer to the Improving the Tracing
Circuit section for more information on grounding.
4� Begin tracing the line�
Note: Refer to Tracing the Target Line section for in-
structions on how to trace the target line.

Inductive Clamp

To use the Inductive Clamp, connect it to the transmit‑
ter and close the clamp around the exposed pipe� The
transmitter energizes the clamp and induces a current
onto the target line� The clamp must be fully closed for it
to operate properly�
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