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AQUASCAN INTERNATIONAL AQUAPULSE 1B Operating Instructions Manual

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AQ1B Underwater Metal Detector User Manual
UNDERSEA DETECTION EQUIPMENT
AQUAPULSE 1B
UNDERWATER

METAL DETECTOR

Instructions
This manual is copyright © 2002 Aquascan Int. Ltd, all rights reserved. This document must not be
replicated in whole or part without the prior express permission of Aquascan International Ltd.
Issue 7.
22nd December 2003
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AQUASCAN INTERNATIONAL LTD.
AQUASCAN HOUSE
HILL STREET
NEWPORT.
SOUTH WALES. UK
NP20 1LZ
Tel: +44 1633 841117/255645
Fax: +44 1633 254829
Email:
info@aquascan.co.uk
Website :
www.aquascan.co.uk

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  • Page 1: Metal Detector

    ..Operating Instructions ..This manual is copyright © 2002 Aquascan Int. Ltd, all rights reserved. This document must not be replicated in whole or part without the prior express permission of Aquascan International Ltd. Issue 7. 22nd December 2003...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    5. Underwater Operation 7. Using Arm Saver Kit with 38cm Loop 9. Care and Maintenance 9. Checking Battery Status/Performance 12. Troubleshooting Guide 13. Aquapulse 1B System Parts & Accessories 17. Contact Information 18. EC Declaration of Conformity Product Guarantee – loose insert...

  • Page 3: Introduction

    5. Harness and belt with quick release buckle. 6. Operating instructions. The Aquapulse 1B underwater metal detector is a precision built instrument using the latest pulse induction techniques, and has been designed for both ease and simplicity of use in the underwater environment, featuring good detection performance with both ferrous and non-ferrous metals.

  • Page 4: Initial Testing

    AQ1B Underwater Metal Detector User Manual INITIAL TESTING OF YOUR AQ1B DETECTOR: 1. Charging the batteries: - The detector is supplied only partially charged and will require a full 14 hours charging duration to bring the unit to a fully charged status. Plug the output lead from the charger into the AUDIO &...

  • Page 5: Underwater Operation

    AQ1B Underwater Metal Detector User Manual Test the operation of the detector by scanning the loop over metal objects e.g. a coin, keys or any convenient metallic object. The audio note will rise rapidly reaching a maximum pitch when the object is centred on the loop axis. An additional check can be made on a piece of buried metal.
  • Page 6 AQ1B Underwater Metal Detector User Manual Diver prepared for EOD survey using AQ1B/20cm - Harness mounted The Bonephone should be placed under the hood, if no hood is worn it can be placed under the strap of the facemask or under a suitable neoprene headband. Position the Bonephone so that it is on a bony part of the head close to the ear.

  • Page 7: Using Arm Saver Kit With 38Cm Loop

    AQ1B Underwater Metal Detector User Manual USING ARM SAVER KIT WITH 38CM LOOP Place 38cm Loop on a flat level surface. Remove the Nut, Bolt and Washer from the Lower Shaft and place the Washer in the recess on the Swivel Connector at the centre of the Loop as shown below.
  • Page 8 AQ1B Underwater Metal Detector User Manual Now slide the opposite end of the Lower Shaft inside the Arm Saver as shown below and secure with the Nut and Bolt from the Arm Saver. Note: There are three possible securing positions on the Arm Saver so that you can select the one which is more comfortable for you and most suitable for the job you are carrying out.

  • Page 9: Care And Maintenance

    AQ1B Underwater Metal Detector User Manual CARE AND MAINTENANCE Proper care of your Aquapulse will be repaid by a long and trouble free life and attention should be given to the following points: - After use, and before removing plugs, make sure that the unit is switched off, wash down with clean fresh water.
  • Page 10 AQ1B Underwater Metal Detector User Manual A fully charged new battery pack should read approximately 9.8 volts. This might decrease slightly as the pack gets older. As the detector is used, the voltage will drop gradually, but performance is not affected until the voltage drops below 8.4 volts.
  • Page 11 AQ1B Underwater Metal Detector User Manual Confirm the functionality and detection range of the unit every 30 minutes - re-adjusting the tick-over as necessary. When it becomes impossible to set the threshold, or the detection distance has dropped dramatically, this can be considered to be the end of charge status for the battery.

  • Page 12: Troubleshooting Guide

    AQ1B Underwater Metal Detector User Manual TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Symptom: No Response from AQ1B Module Check the following:- Check that the battery has been charged - If not, place AQ1B on charge and then re-test. Check that both Sensing Loop and Bonephone are correctly connected Try using an alternative Bonephone/AQ1B Headphones.

  • Page 13: Aquapulse 1B System Parts & Accessories

    AQ1B Underwater Metal Detector User Manual AQUAPULSE 1B SYSTEM PARTS & ACCESSORIES AQ.4.061 AQ1B Bonephone – Fully waterproof headphone, utilises Ikelite underwater connector to connect to the AQ1B Control Module. Normally placed against the skull at the back of, or below the ear...
  • Page 14 AQ1B Underwater Metal Detector User Manual AQ.4.000 part 1 Arm Saver – Used in conjunction with a 38cm Loop and Lower Shaft. Set of straps enables user to use forearm to comfortably support 38cm Loop for long periods of time. AQ1B Control Module can also be secured to lower cup of the Arm Saver.
  • Page 15 AQ1B Underwater Metal Detector User Manual AQ.3.003 38cm (15”) Loop – Fully Waterproof large search loop complete with Ikelite underwater connector. This loop gives the largest sensing range and supplied with the Arm-saver kit to give good sweep range underwater and a good balanced unit for land use.
  • Page 16 AQ1B Underwater Metal Detector User Manual AQ.04.001 Extending Handle – Used in conjunction with 25cm Loop, fully extendable between 45cm & 87cm. AQ.2.010 AQ1B Control Module – The main item of the AQ1B detector kit. A fully sealed electronic control module with a diver depth rating of 100m (tested and proven by divers beyond this depth).

  • Page 17: Contact Information

    AQ1B Underwater Metal Detector User Manual Manufacturer Contact Information If you should need to contact Aquascan International Limited for advice on your purchase, to order further equipment or to arrange a repair, please use the following contact information: - Mailing Address:...

  • Page 18: Ec Declaration Of Conformity

    AQ1B Underwater Metal Detector User Manual Aquascan International Ltd. EC Declaration of Conformity We hereby declare that the following equipment complies with the essential requirements at the Electronic Compatibility Directive (89/336, 91/26 3 and 92/31). This equipment should not be modified, without our approval, as this declaration will lose it’s authority.

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