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Marksman Series Beacons
Intended Use
The Subsite® Electronics Marksman Series beacons are designed to function as
one part of a guidance system for horizontal directional drills. These beacons
transmit roll, temperature, battery status, and pitch information and perform
best in Subsite Electronics approved downhole tool housings.
This system is intended for operation only according to the instructions in this
manual. Operate equipment in temperatures from -4°F to 221°F (-20°C to 105°C).
Contact your Subsite Electronics dealer for provisions required for operating in
extreme temperatures. Use in any other way is considered contrary to the
intended use.
NOTICE: High temperature is the primary cause of beacon failure. Monitor
beacon carefully. See "Communication Features" on page 7.
This product and its use may be covered by one or more patents at http://charlesmachine.works/
patents/.
Subsite and Ditch Witch are registered trademarks of Charles
Machine Works, Inc.
ORIGINAL INSTRUCTION
790-1238
Rev A - 04/21

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  • Page 1 Marksman Series Beacons Intended Use The Subsite® Electronics Marksman Series beacons are designed to function as one part of a guidance system for horizontal directional drills. These beacons transmit roll, temperature, battery status, and pitch information and perform best in Subsite Electronics approved downhole tool housings.
  • Page 2 If you sell your equipment, be sure to give this manual to the new owner. If you need a replacement copy, contact your Ditch Witch dealer. If you need assistance in locating a dealer, visit our website at www.subsite.com or write to the following address: Subsite Electronics ATTN: Product Support 1950 W.

  • Page 3: Regulatory Notices

    Contient IC ID: 5123A-BGTBT121 EU Declaration of Conformity Hereby, Charles Machine Works declares that the radio equipment type Marksman Series HDD tracking and guidance equipment is in compliance with Directive 2014/53/EU. The full extent of the EU declaration of conformity is available by visiting https://subsite.com/about-us/contact-us or by emailing a request to service@subsite.com.

  • Page 4: Safety Alert Classifications

    Safety Safety Alert Classifications These classifications and the icons defined on the following pages work together to alert you to situations which could be harmful to you, jobsite bystanders, or your equipment. When you see these words and icons in the book or on the machine, carefully read and follow all instructions.
  • Page 5 Guidelines Misuse of machine can cause death or serious injury. Read and understand operator’s manual and all other safety instructions before use. Know how to use all controls. Follow these guidelines before operating any jobsite equipment: • Complete proper training. •...

  • Page 6: Safety Alerts

    Safety Alerts Lithium cell batteries. Fire or explosion can cause death or serious injury. Follow proper care, handling, and charging precautions. See operator’s manual. To help avoid injury: • Turn off equipment and remove accessories before opening battery compartment. • Only charge with approved battery charger.

  • Page 7: Communication Features

    Communication Features IMPORTANT: • Beacon will sleep after ten minutes of inactivity. To wake, roll slowly. • Beacon operating time is counted while beacon is awake. Remove battery when not in use. Roll angle transmission: 24 positions Pitch: sent in 0.1% increments from -100% (45° down) to +100% (45° up) Battery: sent in 5% increments Beacon temperature: sent in 5°C increments NOTICE: Monitor beacon temperature carefully.

  • Page 8: Install Battery

    Install Battery Explosive hydrogen gas. Fire or explosion can cause death or serious injury. Keep heat flames, sparks, and other sources of ignition away. To help avoid injury: • Not all batteries perform in the same environmental conditions. See “Specifications” on page 9 for battery operating temperatures. •...

  • Page 9: Specifications

    Specifications Dimensions Metric Size 17.8in x 1.5in 452mm x 38mm Weight (with battery) 2.3lb 1.04kg Environmental Metric IP Rating IP67 Operating temperature -4° to 221°F -20° to 105°C Storage temperature -4° to 221°F -20° to 105°C Operation Product contains Bluetooth® radio Battery Metric Electrochem CC 3.67V lithium thionyl choloride...
  • Page 10 Return damaged parts to dealer for inspection and warranty consideration if in warranty time frame. All repairs must be done by an authorized Subsite Electronics repair facility. Repairs done elsewhere will void warranty. Resources...

  • Page 11: Warranty

    Warranty Electronics Limited Warranty Policy Subject to the limitation and exclusions herein, free replacement parts and labor will be provided when a unit fails due to a defect in material or workmanship within one (1) year of first commercial use. (See exceptions below for specific products.) Defects shall be determined through inspection by Manufacturer or authorized repair centers.
  • Page 12 M-Series beacons: M-Series beacons are not repairable. Warranty assessments can only be done at an authorized Subsite Electronics repair center. If found to be defective, Authorized Service Center may replace with new beacon. M-Series and T-Series beacons that are past the three (3) year warranty will have a 90-day repair warranty.

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