Troubleshooting - RIDGID SeekTech ST-305 Operator's Manual

Problem
LEDs appear completely dark, or
completely light when unit is ON�
Receiver will not pick up the line
transmitter's signal�
Unit will not turn ON�
93 kHz signal not received
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Troubleshooting

Try Powering the unit OFF and then back ON�
Allow the unit to cool if it has been exposed to excessive heat from sunlight�
Check that the correct frequency has been selected on both units (See manual for the
specific receiver)� Higher or lower frequencies may be tried�
Check to make sure that the receiver and the line transmitter are in the same mode�
Make sure that the proper functions are activated on the receiver� e�g� activating the line
trace function for line tracing (See manual for the receiver)�
If using inductive mode, check for core damage using test described in the High Voltage Indi-
Check that the batteries are fresh or charged�
Check to see that the battery contacts are OK�
Check that receiver is set to the actual 93kHz frequency of 93,622�9 Hz� Some receivers use
a different frequency for 93 kHz (93,696)� Update SeekTech locator software�
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Remedy
Adjust power upward if possible�
Ensure grounding is adequate�
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Check orientation of batteries�
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