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- Page 1 Model 450 Mag Horn Ferromagnetic Locator User’s Manual Manufactured Exclusively By: Utility Tool Company, Inc. 2900 Commerce Boulevard Birmingham, Alabama 35210 205-956-3710 “User’s Hotline” 800-952-3710...
- Page 2 DANGER! SHOCK HAZARD CONNECTING DIRECTLY TO ANY CON- DUCTOR CAN BE HAZARDOUS AND RE- SULT IN ELECTRIC SHOCK, INJURY, OR DEATH. ONLY LICENSED OR AUTHO- RIZED PERSONS SHOULD MAKE DIRECT CONNECTIONS TO POTENTIALLY ENER- GIZED CONDUCTORS. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Contents Page Section 1: Frequently Asked Questions ------------- 4 Section 2: Manual and terminology ------------------- 4 Section 3: Operation --------------------------------------- 5 Power On/Off Setting and Using Sensitivity Control Detecting the Magnetic Field Section 4: Locating Techniques ----------------------- 7 Searching and Pin Pointing Property Markers Valve Box Covers Cast Iron Pipe Joints... -
Page 4: Section 1: Frequently Asked Questions
It is a stand-alone locator specifically designed to detect ferrous (iron) objects, such as property pins, curb boxes, manhole and valve covers. It is not necessary to own a Pipehorn Pipe and Cable Locator. • What is it designed to do? The Mag Horn is designed to locate concealed ferrous (iron) object’s magnetic field. -
Page 5: Section 3: Operation
• Object - An object is the buried item you are trying to locate, such as a manhole cover, valve box lid, property stake, etc. It is required that the object have iron (ferrous) content to be detected by the Mag Horn. •... -
Page 6: Setting And Using Sensitivity Control
The power On/Off and SensitivitySettings are controlled by rotating the knob located on the side of the Mag Horn. The unit has been shipped with the Sensitivity Knob in the “off” position or turned fully counter-clockwise. To turn on, rotate the knob clockwise until you feel it click. -
Page 7: Detecting The Magnetic Field
interference from smaller objects in the ground. When Sensitivity is set in the high range you will experience tone changes based on the locators position in the earth’s magnetic field. Moving or rotating the Mag Horn will generate changes in the tone. -
Page 8: Property Markers
eliminate unwanted signals from interfering objects. Lower the tip of the Mag Horn near the surface of the ground and begin a slow sweep from left to right. Based on the depth and position of the object, more sensitivity may be required. It is up to the locator to make this determination and properly set the sensitivity. -
Page 9: Property Markers
Locating Property Markers When locating property markers, the peak signal will occur when the Mag Horn is directly over the marker or pin. This is assuming the marker is in a vertical or near vertical position. If the marker is lying in a horizontal position you will receive two peak signals, one at each end of the marker. - Page 10 Valve Boxes and Covers Valve Boxes and/or Covers made of ferrous materials can provide excellent signal response. Based on the size of the Valve Box you may experi- ence a wider signal peak than with smaller objects like a property pin. Plastic valve boxes may have a strong magnet inside to make them easy to locate.
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Page 11: Cast Iron Pipe Joints
Mag Horn but it is more efficient to use a Pipehorn Pipe and Cable Locator to trace and mark out the pipe location. Set the Mag Horn sensitivity to maximum, fully... -
Page 12: Manhole Covers
sensitivity and begin searching the area as de- scribed in the search and sweep section of this manual. Generally the larger the pipe the deeper it can be located. 4” diameter cast iron pipe joints can be located at depths up to 10 feet assuming there is no significant interference from foreign objects. -
Page 13: Septic Tanks And Well Casings
Septic Tanks and Well Casings Septic Tanks can be found by locating the iron handle and/or the rebar used to reinforce the tank. Well Casings are long and produce a strong magnetic field making them easy to locate. Signal response will be very much like that of a manhole cover. -
Page 14: Locating In Snow And Water
Laying on its side the drum will present two weaker and more seperated peaks while in an upright position the peaks will be closer together and possibly stronger. Most drums can be lo- cated up to 8 feet in depth. 4.8 Locating in Snow and Water The probe on your MagHorn has been sealed to prevent water entry. -
Page 15: Maintenance
Set the sensitivity to its maximum, fully clock- wise. Sweep the Mag Horn left and right as you slowly move forward in a line along the fence or building. Moving forward in small increments will prevent passing over the target. When you are over a ferrous object the signal output will drop dramatically. -
Page 16: Battery Replacement
Batteries should be replaced periodically based on the battery manufacturer’s requirements to prevent corrosion in the battery chamber. Battery replacement Two # 522 standard 9-volt alkaline batteries power the Model 450. To access to the batteries, remove the two screws at the bottom of the handle and withdraw the battery cover plate. -
Page 17: Warranty
Warranty THERE ARE NO WARRANTIES, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING ANY WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY, BEYOND THOSE STATED BELOW: Utility Tool Company, Inc. warrants the MD450 Mag Horn to be free from defects in workmanship or material under normal and proper use and service for three years from the date of purchase by the original user. -
Page 18: Repair Service
For fast service (usually less than 48 hours), return the Model 450 Mag Horn locator to: Utility Tool Company, Inc. Attn: Repair Dept. 2900 Commerce Blvd. -
Page 19: User's Hotline
Horn, please call us at the number listed above. We value your opinions and want to hear from you. Our office hours are Monday through Friday, from 8:00AM to 4:30 PM Central Time. You may also contact us via e-mail at: info@pipehorn.com. - Page 20 450manual_v0807.pdf...
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