Detector Care And Safety - Minelab GPX6000 User Manual

Detector Care and Safety

ƒ Wash your hands before handling the detector after applying sunscreen or insect repellents�
Do not use solvents to clean� Use a damp cloth with a mild soap detergent�
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Never allow the detector to come into contact with gasoline/petrol or other petroleum-based liquids�
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Avoid getting sand and grit in the shafts and fastenings (e�g� coil yoke assembly and twist locks)� If sand and grit
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accumulates in these parts they should be wiped clean with a damp cloth�
Do not bring the detector or accessories into contact with sharp objects as this may cause scratches and damage�
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Do not leave the detector in excessive cold or heat longer than necessary� Covering it when not in use will help protect it�
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Avoid leaving it in a hot vehicle�
Ensure the coil cable is in good condition and not subject to undue stress�
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Take precautions when transporting or storing the detector� Although the detector is constructed from the highest
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quality materials and has undergone rigorous durability tests, the display screen could be prone to scratching or serious
damage if not treated with due care�
Do not expose the detector to extreme temperature conditions�
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Storage temperature range is from −20°C to +50°C (−4°F to +122°F)�
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ƒ Detector operating temperature range is from −10°C to +50°C (+14°F to +122°F)�
Do not submerge the detector body in water — it is rain-proof only�
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All GPX 6000 coils are waterproof to 1 metre (3�3 feet), however care must be taken to ensure the coil connector
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is not submerged�
Do not expose the ML 100 headphones or charging accessories to liquid/moisture or excessive humidity�
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ƒ Do not allow children to play with the detector or accessories, small parts are a choking hazard�
Only charge rechargeable batteries and accessories according to the instructions provided�
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Avoid charging rechargeable batteries and accessories in extreme temperature conditions�
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Remove battery prior to air transportation�
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DISCLAIMER
The Minelab metal detector described in this instruction manual has been expressly designed and manufactured as a quality
metal detector and is recommended for treasure and gold detecting in non-hazardous environments� This metal detector has not
been designed for use as a mine detector or as a live munitions detection tool�
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