Signal Induction - SPX Radiodetection Schonstedt u-LOCATE User Manual

Use the u-LOCATE LOCATOR to scan the area for the target pipes or cables (see
'Locating with u-LOCATE LOCATOR').

Signal induction

Induction is a convenient and quick
way of applying the Transmitter locate
signal to a pipe or cable where limited
access does not permit the use of Direct
Connection or Signal Clamping.
Place the Transmitter over the assumed
position of the conductor and in-line with
its assumed direction. Move at least
33`(10 m) away and use the u-LOCATE
LOCATOR to scan for pipes and
cables (see 'Locating with u-LOCATE
LOCATOR').
Working too close to the Transmitter may give false readings as the u-LOCATE
LOCATOR will detect airborne signals directly from the Transmitter rather than the
targetline.Forbestresults,repeatthescanwiththeTransmitterfacingat90˚tothe
firstscanposition.
Active search using induction – (finding parallel pipes
and cables)
Placing the Transmitter on its side swamps an area with Transmitter signal. Note
that signal is not transmitted directly below the Transmitter in this orientation, so
repeat the exercise with the Transmitter moved to the side by at least 3' 3" (1 m).
Alternatively, use a two man technique to search an area for buried utilities as
shown.
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