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Summary of Contents for Electrovision ALTAI Treasure Seeker 2 T330BB
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Page 2: Before Use
IMPORTANT Installer and Users please note: These instructions should be read carefully and left with the user of the product for future reference. BEFORE USE You must inspect the product including its cable for any signs of damage. If the product is damaged, DO NOT use it, and contact your supplier immediately. -
Page 3: Identifying The Parts
Acquaint yourself with the terms and definitions used in the following documents: (1) "Treasure" contained in the Treasure Act 1996 and its associated Code of Practice, making sure you understand your responsibilities. (2) Advice for Finders of Archaeological Objects including Treasure 2006. (3) The voluntary Code of Practice for Responsible Metal Detecting to which the NCMD is an endorsee. - Page 4 SETTING UP ADJUSTING THE SHAFT 1. Loosen the locknut 2. Lengthen or shorten the stem so that when you stand upright with the detector in your hand, the search coil is level and about 12 mm to 50 mm (½” to 2”) above the ground with your arm relaxed at your side.
- Page 5 Rotate the MODE selector to the VLF position. Set the Battery test switch (11) to B1. The meter pointer should be in the green section (labelled “batt”). If not, replace the left hand side batteries (both batteries from the compartment containing two batteries).
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Page 6: Operation
OPERATION PRINCIPLE OF OPERATION The detector is operated at the frequency of 15 kHz, which is called the Very Low Frequency (VLF). In the VLF, the detector is allowed to response only to metal objects and ignored effects of iron ground mineralization. With the TR (Transmitter-Receiver i.e. - Page 7 Note: Pressing the RED BUTTON (10) on the handle at any time during operation will automatically return the pointer to the centre of the meter. GROUND ADJUSTMENT To eliminate the effect due to iron minerals or dissolved salt of the soil, you have to adjust the GROUND CONTROL (7) to tune out false signals.
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Page 8: Search Coil Sweeping Hints
SEARCHING After you have adjusted your detector, you may proceed to normal searching. 1. Turn the MODE SELECTOR (6) to TR1 position. 2. Adjust the SENSITIVITY ADJUSTER (9). Only experience will tell you how much sensitivity you should use. As a general rule, turn your sensitivity down to reduce excessive false signals caused by highly mineralized ground or interference caused by power lines, radio stations, etc. -
Page 9: False Signals
FALSE SIGNALS Because your detector is extremely sensitive, signals caused by buried rubbish, and other sources of interference might cause signals that seem confusing. The key to handling these types of signals is to dig for only those targets that generate a strong, repeatable signal. -
Page 10: Care And Maintenance
CARE & MAINTENANCE Keep the metal detector dry. If it gets wet dry it immediately. The search coil is protected against the ingress of water. If used in salt water, rinse with tap water before drying. Do not let water get into the control box. Handle the metal detector carefully –... -
Page 11: Service / Warranty
The retailer's contact details will be on the invoice that arrived with the product, or on the e-mail you received when you placed the order. Do not contact Electrovision, only your retailer can arrange a replacement.
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