Locating The Microreel System Sonde; Retrieving The Camera - RIDGID SeeSnake microReel Manual

powering up with a significant length of cable al-
ready run out.
A "dead battery" icon will appear at start-up if the
CountPlus' battery has died.
A "+" sign will appear after the distance measurement on-
screen if the measured distance exceeds the selected
cable length chosen in set-up.

Locating The microReel System Sonde

microReel systems are equipped with a Sonde (In Line
Transmitter) just behind the camera head. If equipped with
a Sonde, a locating unit can be used to detect the Sonde
and locate features in the drain being inspected.
Controlling the Sonde from a SeeSnake CCU is de-
scribed in the Operator's Manual for the CCU and de-
pends on the model being used. The Sonde is turned ON
or OFF by pressing the Sonde key on the CountPlus
keypad. Typically, the Sonde can be turned ON and OFF
from the CCU. If you are using the microReel System with
the microEXPLORER Camera monitor, the Sonde is ac-
tivated by turning the LED brightness control down to
zero. Once the Sonde has been located, the LEDs can be
returned to their normal brightness level to continue the in-
spection.
When the microReel System Sonde is turned on, a loca-
tor such as the RIDGID SR-20, SR-60, Scout, or
NaviTrack II set to 512 Hz will be able to detect it. The
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most workable approach to tracking the Sonde is to run
the pushrod into the pipe about five or ten feet (1,5 to
3 meters) and use the locator to find the Sonde's position.
If desired, you can then extend the pushrod a similar
distance further down-pipe and locate the Sonde again
starting from the previous located position.
To locate the Sonde, turn the locator on and set it to
Sonde mode. Scan in the direction of the Sonde's prob-
able location until the locator detects the Sonde. Once you
have detected the Sonde, use the locator indications to
zero in on its location precisely. For detailed instructions
on Sonde locating, consult the Operator's Manual for the
locator model you are using.
SeeSnake ® microReel Inspection System
Figure 27 – Locating the microReel Sonde

Retrieving The Camera

Once the inspection has been completed, pull the pushrod
back with slow, steady force. Continue running water
down the line if possible to help clean the pushrod. A towel
can be used to wipe off the pushrod as it is withdrawn.
Pay attention to the force required to withdraw the
pushrod. The pushrod may get hung up while being re-
trieved, and may need to be manipulated as done during
insertion. Do not force the pushrod or exert excessive
force. This could damage the camera or pushrod. When
pulling the pushrod, keep clear of any sharp edges and do
not pull at sharp angles to the inlet to prevent damage to
the pushrod.
As the pushrod is withdrawn from the inlet, keep your
hand close to the microReel and use short strokes to feed
it back into the drum. (Figure 28-29.)
Figure 28 – Proper Technique For Pushing Cable Back
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Into Drum
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