Fault Finding Procedures; Introduction; Trouble Shooting Table - Minelab MF5 Service Manual

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Fault Finding ProceduresIntroduction
a.
A functional test failure can generally be repaired by replacing one of the sub-
assemblies (Spare Parts Kits) of the detector.
The MF5 is designed so that Spare Parts Kits can be exchanged between detectors
b.
without the need to calibrate. This means that where spare parts are not available and more
than one detector is faulty, then parts from one detector can be used to make another
serviceable. For example, if detector # 1 has an unserviceable coil and detector # 2 has an
unserviceable battery compartment, then the coil from detector # 2 can replace the coil on
detector # 1 thereby producing a serviceable detector.

4.2 Trouble Shooting Table

a.
The following table identifies faults and provides recommended solutions. The
suggested solutions should be investigated in the order they are listed.
Problem
Detector will not
switch on
Detector will not switch
off
After switching on the
detector makes no sound
from speaker
Constant steady tone from
detector
On switch on, the "Coil
Fault" tone occurs - "low
pitched double tone every
five seconds"
On switch on, the
"Equipment Fault" tone
occurs – "low pitched slow
oscillating tone (ee-aww,
ee-aww)
Recommended Solutions
Check batteries are installed correctly
Replace batteries with fresh batteries
Replace battery compartment
Replace main PCB
Remove batteries
Replace Main PCB
Check for tone using the earset, turn LEDs on
If there is tone through earset – replace the speaker
If there is no tone through earset – replace main PCB
Ensure area is free from local electromagnetic
interference
Conduct Noise Cancel
Check coil plug is tight
Replace coil
Replace main PCB
Check the coil connector is firmly secured
Inspect coil cable for damage – if no damage replace
main PCB
If damaged replace with new coil
Turn off then conduct factory reset
Replace the switch
Replace main PCB
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