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- Page 1 User Manual of Product 1: Bounty Hunter TK4 Tracker IV Metal Detector with 8-inch Waterproof Coil...
- Page 2 OWNER’S MANUAL Important Facts to Know about your Metal Detector. 1. This is a MOTION detector. You must sweep the searchcoil from side-to-side to detect metal. A motionless searchcoil over a metal object will not result in detection. 2. Do not use indoors. Detector is for outdoor use only. Household appliances emit electromagnetic fields, which can interfere with your detector.
- Page 3 TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction ......3 Tracker IV Features ..... .3 Assembly .
- Page 4 INTRODUCTION The Tracker IV is a user-friendly instrument, requiring only a minimum of operator skill, yet delivering effective performance over a wide range of conditions and applications. Streamlined in appearance, Tracker IV FEATURES with only two operating knobs and a mode selection Padded Armrest switch, the Tracker IV has...
- Page 5 EASY ASSEMBLY Assembling your Tracker IV Metal Knurled Bolt Detector is easy and requires no Knob tools. Just follow these steps: Using the supplied bolt and knurled knob, attach searchcoil to the lower stem. Press the button on the upper end of the lower stem and slide searchcoil the lower stem into the upper...
- Page 6 BATTERIES IMPORTANT: Always use ALKALINE batteries for optimal performance. Always remove the batteries for prolonged storage. CHECK THE BATTERIES if your detector exhibits any of the following symptoms: The unit does not turn on. Low speaker volume. Unit beeps continuously at low sensitivity setting. The Low Battery indicator light will come on and stay on if the batteries are discharged.
- Page 7 Quick Start DEMONSTRATION Here is a quick way to demonstrate the basic features of your Tracker IV. I. Supplies Needed • A quarter (25¢) • A nickel (5¢) • A Penny (1¢) • A small piece of aluminum foil • A Nail II.
- Page 8 OPERATION The Tracker IV is a “motion” detector. This means that the searchcoil must be moving to detect the presence of metal. When practicing with a stationary metal detector, keep the target moving over the coil. Objects held still under the searchcoil will not be detected.
- Page 9 OPERATION TONE MODE AUDIO RESPONSES HIGH BROKEN TONE RESPONSE TONE TONE Copper, Silver & Brass Iron & Steel Gold & Nickel Old & New Pull Tabs TONE DISCRIMINATION (continued) (Toggle switch to the Right) Classifies detected metal objects by emitting a low or high tone.
- Page 10 OPERATION AUTO GROUND CONTROL: The Tracker IV automatic Ground Track feature allows operation in virtually all soil conditions, regardless of mineral content. Use it effectively on the beach or for gold prospecting. In the ALL METAL Mode (Toggle switch in the middle), the Tracker IV will detect gold nuggets through black sand and will find deeply buried relics in all types of soil.
- Page 11 IN THE FIELD STANCE Stand with your arm extended in front of your body. Don’t bend or stoop; stand in a comfortable position. Hold the unit so that the searchcoil is about 1/2-inch above the ground. Adjust the searchcoil so that it is parallel to the ground.
- Page 12 IN THE FIELD PINPOINTING Accurate pinpointing takes practice and is best accomplished by “X-ing” the suspected target area. Once a buried target is identified by a good tone response, continue sweeping the coil over the target in a narrowing side to side pattern. Take visual note of the place on the ground where the “beep”...
- Page 13 TROUBLESHOOTING The following troubleshooting steps may assist you in case you’re having problems with your Tracker IV. YOUR DETECTOR IS EMITTING ERRATIC SIGNALS WHEN YOU’RE IN THE FIELD. Your SENSITIVITY may be set too high. Try reducing the SENSITIVITY slightly until the false signaling disappears.
- Page 14 METAL DETECTING APPLICATIONS COINSHOOTING The most popular application for metal detectors CONTROL SETTINGS REQUIRED: Toggle switch to the left (disc. mode). Discriminate knob at 3:00 (3/4 turn). Only silver, copper and brass will be detected. Gold items will be eliminated. Different denominations of coins will induce different sounds.
- Page 15 METAL DETECTNG APPLICATIONS trash items. Gold rings will induce a low sound. Be aware that some pull-tabs can also induce a low tone. Silver will induce a high tone. Chains and necklaces are difficult to find. If you are looking for gold rings, don’t get discouraged; you will dig up many broken pull-tabs before you find your first gold ring! HOUSEHOLD APPLICATIONS...
- Page 16 Published by First Texas Products, L.LC. Bounty Hunter ® is a registered trademark of First Texas Products, L.L.C. www.detecting.com 1465-H Henry Brennan • El Paso, TX 79936 • (915) 633-8354...
- Page 17 Pouch & Digger Combo Pouch with 2 large pockets & 9” heavy duty digging tool. TP-KIT-W Bounty Hunter Stereo Headphones Use with Bounty Hunter metal detectors. Lightweight and adjustable with true stereo sound, adjustable volume, 1/8 jack with 1/4 adaptor, 4’ cable. HEAD-W Pin Pointer Pinpoints the exact location of buried metal objects.
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