dellonda DL6 User manual

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Lightweight Metal Detector
Pinpoint Function. Supplied with Shovel and Carry Bag
Model No. DL6
Thank you for purchasing a Dellonda product. Manufactured to a high standard, this product will, if used
according to these instructions, and properly maintained, give you years of trouble free performance.
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Important Information
Please read these instructions carefully. Note the safe operational requirements, warnings & cautions.
Use the product correctly and with care for the purpose for which it is intended. Failure to do so
may cause damage and/or personal injury and will invalidate the warranty. Keep these instructions
safe for future use.
Refer to
Instruction
manual

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About the Product
The DL6 from Dellonda is the perfect metal
detector for all kinds of metal detection
enthusiasts, from amateur beginners and
children through to the most experienced and
professional user. Adept at nding materials
across all types of terrain the DL6 with a robust
water resistant search coil which can be used
at the beach, in elds, in woodlands or at home
in the garden. Being made from lightweight
ABS and featuring a comfortable arm support
ensures that the DL6 will never grow tired in
your hands. The DL6 boasts plenty of features
including: Pinpoint function, enabling the user
to sweep an area and search for the strongest
signal resulting in a higher return of accuracy
and faster nds. Metals discrimination, this
feature is a great time saver meaning you spend
much less time digging for low value materials
such as iron and more time discovering hidden
treasures such as ancient artefacts, jewellery
and coins of silver or gold. Adjustable sensitivity
to a maximum depth of 20cm, ideal for situations
where the ground is high in minerals and a lower
sensitivity is required. Motion discrimination, no
tuning is needed and the detector will silently
travel across the surface until a target is found.
For your comfort and convenience the DL6
metal detector is equipped with an extendable
stem ranging from 76cms to 101cms making
it perfectly adaptable according to every
individual’s needs. It is also supplied with
a handy folding shovel that can be stowed
away along with the detector itself into the
accompanying lightweight carry bag.
Safety Instructions
• DO NOT use headphones (not supplied) while
operating near high-trac areas.
• Set the volume to the lowest setting when
you begin listening and adjust the volume to a
comfortable level as you use the detector.
• NOTE: The internal speaker disconnects when
you connect headphones.
Assembly
• It is easier to t batteries whilst the control
unit is not xed to the handle (g.2).
• Ensure detector is switched Off.
• Slide battery compartment covers off and
connect the 9V batteries (not supplied) taking
care to ensure correct polarity. Place batteries
back into the compartments and re-cover.
• Attach search coil to smaller stem using the
supplied plastic bolt and nut. DO NOT over-
tighten.
• Insert smaller diameter stem into the larger
stem and lock in place using the lock nut.
• Fully loosen the xing screw on the underside
of the handle top surface (g.2).
• Locate latch on the top of the handle into the
mating hole on the underside of the control
box and slide the unit forward until fully
engaged.
• Screw the xing screw into the tapped hole on
the underside of the control box (g.2).
• Carefully insert the 5 pin search coil cable plug
into the rear face of the control box ensuring
correct pin and socket alignment.
• Adjust overall length to a comfortable position
for yourself with the sensor approximately
50 cm off the ground by loosening and then
tightening the handle lock nut (g.1)
• Adjust the angle of the search coil by
loosening the clamp screw.
Operation
• Familiarise yourself with the functionality and
operation of the detector before starting your
‘live’ searching.
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• The metal detector has three operational
modes. These are: ALL METAL, DISC, AND
PIN POINT.
• ALL METAL allows the unit to see all metals
(ferrous and non-ferrous).
• DISC (Discrimination) is used to identify which
metal can be ignored while searching. As a
guide to settings see table below.
• PINPOINT is used to locate the target more
accurately once it’s initial position has been
indicated by the search coil.
• Typical searching start mode is to set DISC
to the ALL METAL setting and SENS to its
highest setting (max. clockwise rotation).
• Loosen the search coil clamp and set coil to
be parallel to the surface being investigated.
• Adjust stem length such when user is upright
the coil is 1 -5 cm off the ground.
• Sweep the search coil from side to side in
approximately a 180 degree arc and parallel
to the ground surface, between 1 and 5cm
above it.
• When an object is detected an audible signal
will be heard. Volume of tone can be adjusted.
• If the tone is heard stop arc movement above
the point on the ground and move search coil
directly away from and then towards you to
conrm approximate location.
• In ALL METAL mode, when you nd a target,
the PINPOINT function can be used to more
accurately locate it.
• Press and hold the PINPOINT control and
sweep the coil over the sounding area
releasing the button when the audible warning
is heard.
• After 2 seconds press and hold the PINPOINT
control. Lower the coil and repeat the previous
step. Repeat this until directly above the target.
• Use the DISC control to attempt to determine
the nature of the item being sought.
• Slowly rotate the DISC control clockwise
away from ALL METAL until either the audible
warning stops or changes tone.
• Use the table provided as a reference. The
actual result may vary.
• FACTORS AFFECTING DETECTION
• Electrical interference from other instruments,
g.3
DISC Setting Metal rejected
Near 11 o’clock Iron
Near 12 o’clock Nickel, pull tab
Near 1 o’clock Zinc
Near 3 o’clock Copper

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electrical cables, TV or Radio. Solution: Lower
sensitivity or change search area.
• Highly mineralised areas will cause the
audible warning to sound even if no metals are
present. Solution: Lower SENS and increase
height of coil. If necessary, reset the DISC.
• When searching a ‘salted’ or ‘trashed’ area set
DISC to 11 o’clock position in order that iron/
ferrous items such as nails , barbed wire etc.
will be ignored.
• Any metal items such as digging tools or steel
toecaps in the search vicinity can cause false
‘positives’.
• NOTE: The folding shovel has a decorative
compass in its handle. This is not to be used
for reliable navigation.
• MAINTENANCE
• Be careful when handling the detector as
circuits and controls can be damaged by
rough handling.
• Keep the detector free from dust and dirt.
• Use a damp cloth to clean the unit. DO NOT
use harsh chemicals, abrasives or detergents.
Environment Protection
Recycle unwanted materials instead of disposing of them as waste. All tools, accessories and
packaging should be sorted, taken to a recycling centre and disposed of in a manner which is
compatible with the environment. When the product becomes completely unserviceable and requires
disposal, drain any uids (if applicable) into approved containers and dispose of the product and
uids according to local regulations.
Dellonda Limited
Kempson Way, Suffolk Business Park, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk. IP32 7AR
01284 757575 [email protected] www.dellonda.co.uk
WEE Regulations
Dispose of this product at the end of its working life in compliance with the EU Directive on
Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE). When the product is no longer required,
it must be disposed of in an environmentally protective way. Contact your local solid waste
authority for recycling information.