Recommended Procedure - Minelab F3 Instructions Manual

replacement after long periods of use. To replace the Skidplate:
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Eight F3 Trouble Shooting
to fix a possible fault. By conducting fault finding procedures it may prevent the
detector being reported as faulty and thereby result in the continued use of the
equipment. Typical problems and possible solutions are described as follows:
F3 will not switch on
After switching On there is
a very loud noise
After switching On the
Threshold Tone varies in
pitch and volume though
the Coil is stationary
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o Ensure batteries are removed before packing
The Skidplate is designed to protect the Coil and may require
o Use fingers to lever old Skidplate from coil
o Apply even firm pressure around replacement Skidplate and push
onto Coil
There are a number of actions that an operator can carry out when trying
Problem
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Recommended Procedure

1. Check Batteries have been inserted correctly into
the Battery Pack, or
2. Replace Batteries, or
3. Remove Battery Pack and reconnect ensuring
Battery Pack Lever is locked into position, or
4. Exchange Battery Packs (if this solves the
problem, the original Battery Pack may be faulty)
1. Ensure Lower Shaft is extended at least 10cm
beyond the Middle Shaft, or
2. Conduct Audio Reset
1. Conduct Noise Cancel
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