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User Manual Transmitter PKT2 X2.0 ENG for Vesala PK2 Drill Point Locator Transmitter PKT2 X2.0 IMPORTANT: Read carefully before use. Keep for future reference. English Issued: 2022-03-04 Revised: 2022-05-11...
If their existence cannot be excluded, the whole installation containing the structure should be de-energized and de-pressurised before drilling begins. In some cases, a decrease in locating accuracy may move the intended drill point. 3 (20) User Manual Vesala Transmitter PKT2 X2.0 ENG...
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Shut down or move any radio transmitters that actively transmit on the same frequency at least 10 m away from the intended drill hole. This includes other drill point locators. 4 (20) User Manual Vesala Transmitter PKT2 X2.0 ENG...
PKT2: Receiver PKR2 is included in PK2 Drill Point Locator kit with Transmitter PKT2. In addition to locating, PKT2 unit may be used to detect metallic objects and power lines inside the structure before drilling or cutting. Drill Point Locator Transmitter PKT2 is intended for professional use in dry conditions.
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Performance in free air, room temperature, Metal detection depth, ≥1000 mm from conductive objects 100x100x0.3 mm steel: 30 mm Power line detection depth, 230 V 50 Hz single phase, handheld: 150 mm 6 (20) User Manual Vesala Transmitter PKT2 X2.0 ENG...
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ETSI EN 301 489-1: Residential, commercial and light industrial environment International standards this product is in EN 300 220-1 conformance with EN 300 220-2 EN 300 330 EN 301 489-1 EN 301 489-3 EN 303 454 7 (20) User Manual Vesala Transmitter PKT2 X2.0 ENG...
Mute resets to off at start-up. Speaker Higher pitch indicates shorter distance to metal or to a live object. Batteries Located backside under battery cover: 3 x 1.5 V LR03 or FR03 9 (20) User Manual Vesala Transmitter PKT2 X2.0 ENG...
FR03 batteries should be used when ambient temperature is below -10°C. Observe that battery polarity matches markings on the battery compartment. Put battery cover back on and gently close it. 10 (20) User Manual Vesala Transmitter PKT2 X2.0 ENG...
3.2 Testing correct operation Power on Transmitter PKT2 and hold it at least 20 cm away from other objects. No metal detector LEDs should be lit. No voltage detector LEDs should be lit. Touch a large metallic object with the backside of Transmitter PKT2.
4.2 Locating hazards with Transmitter PKT2 Transmitter PKT2 includes both metal and voltage detectors. Place the transmitter against the surface of the structure and move it slowly around the intended drill spot. Do this on both sides of the structure.
Large metallic objects include radiators, sheet metal, foil, and wire mesh among other things. Shut down or move any 13 (20) User Manual Vesala Transmitter PKT2 X2.0 ENG...
Alignment errors are highlighted when locating drill points thru thick structures. When using Transmitter PKT2 with Receiver PKR2 for straight drilling, the device bottoms should face each other on parallel planes both sides of the structure. When wedge pieces are used for angled drilling, the angle of both transmitter and receiver should be the same and they should be at the same angle to the horizontal.
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Always remove the device before drilling. The supplied adhesive putty may be used to attach the Transmitter PKT2 to a dry, clean and solid surface. The putty has working temperature range of +15…+30 °C Use other attachment methods outside this temperature range or when the surface is wet or dirty.
Battery compartment and battery contact surfaces inside the battery compartment should only be cleaned with isopropanol and a soft, lint free cloth. 16 (20) User Manual Vesala Transmitter PKT2 X2.0 ENG...
AC objects or de- voltage source or energise the whole structure before A conductive structure object. drilling. between the object and transmitter blocks electric field. 17 (20) User Manual Vesala Transmitter PKT2 X2.0 ENG...
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Insufficient amount of adhesive putty applied. Surface is dusty, grainy or Clean the surface or use an additional damp. non-metallic support to keep the transmitter in its place. 18 (20) User Manual Vesala Transmitter PKT2 X2.0 ENG...
Do not drop, throw or step on the device. 5.5 Warranty Drill Point Locator Transmitter PKT2 has one-year warranty against material or manufacturing defects from the date of purchase. The warranty shall not cover batteries, normal wear and tear, misuse or faults resulting from modifying the product.
Hereby, H. Vesala Oy, declares that the radio equipment type Drill Point Locator Transmitter PKT2 version X2.0 is in conformity with the relevant UK legislation: S.I. 2016/1091, S.I. 2016/1101, S.I. 2017/1206 and S.I. 2012/3032. The full text of the UK declaration of conformity is available at the following internet address: vesala.fi/pk2/ukdoc...
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