Using The Detector In The Field; Coil Movement - Bounty Hunter Time Ranger Owenrs Manual

Using the Detector in the Field

Coil Movement

When sweeping the coil, be careful to keep it level with the
ground about 1/2" from the surface—never swing the coil
like a pendulum The following diagrams illustrate incorrect
and correct coil movement.
Wrong
Right
Do not swing the coil like a pendulum.
Swing the coil level with the ground.
Swing the coil in a half-circle and repeat this
motion every step you take to guarantee
complete coverage of the area.
Swing the search coil gently side-to-side, slightly
overlapping each seep as you move forward.
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