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DOCK LIFEGUARD User Manual

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  • Page 1 Users Guide - Basic, Version 1.1...
  • Page 2 100’ away from the probe. By using a method to test the Dock Lifeguard, proper probe placement on the dock can be determined. On large docks or docks constructed on metal piers, multiple Dock Lifeguards may be needed to ensure...
  • Page 3 Exposure to horn at close range may harm your hearing. Recommended Locations for Dock Lifeguard Install your Dock Lifeguard with an unobstructed view to allow viewing of the warning strobe when electricity is detected. Place in a location that is visible from the swimming area around your dock as well as being easily viewed from the dock and shore.

  • Page 4: Installation Location

    Pier Docks with Wood Pilings Installation of Dock Lifeguard unit should be done by mounting the unit near an outlet under roof if possible by using screws installed through the upper and lower mounted points on the unit. Dock Lifeguard needs to be bonded to the safety ground system of the dock;...

  • Page 5: Where Not To Install

    Dock Lifeguard systems to get full coverage on the dock as the metal pilings with act as a return path to ground for stray electricity, thus not allowing the electricity to travel to the probe install location. Note: You must have a proper bond from the Dock Lifeguard to the dock safety ground.

  • Page 6: Regular Maintenance

    Figure 3, Steel Piling Dock Depending on your environment, more than one Dock Lifeguard system may be need to insure entire coverage of your dock area. Having a professional test your environment using a Dock Lifeguard Test Probe can help determine dead zones in your environment.
  • Page 7 Siren Volume The volume of the siren can be adjusted by twisting the clear plastic dial on the outside of the Red Light/Siren. Press the test button and twist dial to the desired level. Rotate Clear Ring over Red Light to change Volume Leve; What to Do When Unit Alarms Responding to an Alarm During an alarm you will hear a loud, repeating horn pattern and the red strobe light will flash:...

  • Page 8: Technical Information

    Very proper for proper safety ground bonding of your dock. Technical Information Lethal Voltage is 2 volts AC per foot. The Dock Lifeguard units are setup to trigger at approximately 1500 millivolts. To see exact settings of your system, you need to reference the sensitivity jumper settings on the mother board and trigger level of the alarm, as these items are configurable.
  • Page 9 lower level of voltage. Trigger level is based on the number of LED lit, not voltage being read. Value of voltage for each lit LED is based on the sensitivity jumper settings. Adjusting Alarm Trigger Level Factory setting is set to trigger alarm when 4 LEDs are lit. Alarm trigger point can be raised by turning the potentiometer counter clockwise and lowered by turning the potentiometer clockwise.
  • Page 10 • Sensitivity: Internal Jumpers allow for adjusting the sensitivity level of the Dock Lifeguard unit. The more sensitive the setting, the further out the Dock Lifeguard will detect stray voltage. X0 – Nothing Jumped, each LED = 0.5 Volts X1 –Jumped, each LED = 0.25 Volts...
  • Page 11 Alarm level raised in order to filter out the ambient voltage. With decreased sensitivity comes decreased range of detection. It is recommended to install the Dock Lifeguard sensing probe closer to the area of the dock where the ladder is and where swimming activity takes place.

  • Page 12: Limited Warranty

    Dock Lifeguard to emit a warning. If you may want to install multiple units on the dock to insure proper coverage.

  • Page 13: Frequently Asked Questions

    Your Dock Lifeguard Alarm is not a substitute for property, disability, life or other insurance of any kind. Appropriate insurance coverage is your responsibility. Consult your insurance agent.
  • Page 14 The Dock Lifeguard Unit is designed to detect any stray electricity whether it is at a lethal or non-lethal level. Below are listed a few scenarios which may add in determining where your stray electricity is...

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