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6.2
Taking a depth
reading
6.3
Depth Code Screens
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Sonde Depth
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For sonde depth, the locators needs to be used in conjunction with
a sonde. Refer to
1.
Set the locator to the required Sonde
frequency.
2.
Position the locator directly over and in
line with the sonde.
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Ensure that the locator foot is
directly on the ground.
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Hold the locator upright and
take care not to move it.
3.
Press and hold the Depth Estimation key.
4.
The Sonde Depth screen displays the
measured depth.
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Lift the locator off the ground
by approximately 15 cm/6 in
and take a second depth read-
ing. This depth reading should
confirm the added height.
5.
The depth is calculated as distance to
the sonde within the pipe or duct! Take
into account allowances for the diameter
of the pipe or duct.
Note the difference between a and b!
a)
Actual depth of the utility.
Displayed depth reading: Depth to
b)
the sonde.
Depth Code Information
If it is not possible to take a depth reading, a depth code is displayed
☞
as detailed.
5.9 How to Use the
Sondes.
Estimating Depth and Current of a Utility
0016797_001
0016824_001
0016825_001
0.85
0016826_001
a
b
0016827_001
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