Jameson Live Tracer Use and care manual

OPERATION AND SAFETY
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
Part Number: 16-14-600-GL
General Information
The Live Tracer is used to trace the path of live non-metallic gas mains. The kit utilizes a traceable ber-
glass rodder and a stufng box to enable tracing while maintaining no blow by.
Use with custom inser-
tion tap tee for entry into 2” PE gas mains. Use any transmitter and receiver to trace gas main from above
ground.
IMPORTANT
Read and understand these operating
and safety instructions before using or
servicing this berglass rodder. Failure
to follow instructions could result in an
accident causing serious injury. Do not
allow children or untrained personnel to
use or handle this berglass rodder.
Jacket Core Wire
1/4” OD Rod
LT_MO1
ATTACHING NEW END FERRULE
Red Jacket
Fiberglass Core
Copper Wire
5/8”
1. Cut away damaged section(s) of rod with a ne-tooth hacksaw, cable
cutter or sharp knife. With pipe cutter and/or sharp knife, strip red protective
jacket back from berglass core approximately 5/8”. Do not cut berglass
core when stripping jacket. Do not crush berglass core.
2. Copper wire is embedded in outer surface of berglass core. Use knife
to pick lose tend of copper wire from berglass core. Peel wire away from
berglass core with needle nose pliers.
3. Use knife to carefully scrape away enamel coating on outer surface of
wire. Re-seat wire into berglass core, allowing it to remain free from surface
of berglass core. This will enable contact with inside of new end ferrule.
4. Attempt a test t of replacement end ferrule over exposed berglass
core. It should be rm and snug with little or no play to assure wire con-
tacts inside of ferrule. If too loose, cut away rod end and repeat Steps 1-4.
5. Once proper t is established, install end ferrule without adhesive and
check for continuity of the internal copper wire using a digital multimeter.
Touch a probe to end ferrule at each end of coiled rod. Any resistance
reading (generally between 2-12 ohms) indicates proper continuity.
6. Remove end ferrule. Clean rod end and end ferrule with cleaning
solvent or alcohol to remove debris and glass bers. Allow solvent to
completely evaporate. Step 6 is extremely important.
7. Mix and apply adhesive to entire surface of berglass core and wire.
Insert rod into end ferrule as far as possible, enclosing end of red jacket in
counterbore of ferrule. Wipe away excess adhesive.
8. Check rod again for continuity using digital multimeter. The adhesive
remains workable for 20 minutes. If no continuity, remove ferrule, clean off
adhesive and repeat steps 1-7.
Repaired rod should be allowed to cure 24 hours prior to use.
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GUARANTEE
Jameson products are guaranteed against any defect in material and workmanship for one year from date of shipment unless
failure is due to misuse or improper application. Jameson shall in no event be responsible or liable for modications, alterations,
misapplication or repairs made to its products or equipment by purchaser or others, or for damage caused thereto by negligence,
accident, overloading or improper use by purchaser or others. Guarantee is limited to repair or replacement of item involved and
does not include reimbursement for shipping or other expenses incurred. Any material claimed defective must be returned to our
plant for inspection.
DISCLAIMER
The foregoing instructions are provided by Jameson LLC to give guidance regarding the use of its gas line tracer prod-
ucts. Jameson LLC cannot be responsible for any use of its products that does not comply with these instructions.
However, you are also cautioned to comply with all instructions, regulations and requirements provide by the owner of
the property and of the gas line, whether a utility company, governmental body or otherwise. You must also conform to
and comply with all of your employer’s requirements. To the extent of any questions or any conicts between instruc-
tions from Jameson and from anyone else, please consult your supervisor as to the proper course of action.
DRAFT

WARNING
Read entire instructions before attempting to use this tool. Failure to follow instructions
could result in serious injury. Follow your company installation procedures at all times.
NOTICE
The components of the Live Tracer system are specically designed to work exclusively with each other.
The use of these components individually or in combination with other non-Jameson tools or accessories
is not recommended and will not guarantee the safety or effectiveness of the system.
Live Tracer Kit Includes:
Traceable Fiberglass Rodder
Unit has 1/4” diameter rod with permanent 5/16” diameter end ferrule, Rod
has copper trace wire embedded in berglass core and is coated with poly-
propylene jacket for safety and durability.
Accessory Kit
Canvas Storage Bag, Grounding Cable, 3 Screws,
11 O-Rings, Rod Lubricant, Hex Key Driver, Adhesive,
Replacement End Ferrule, Spring Leader
Stufng Box
Designed with custom o-ring to provide seal when rod is inserted into
pressurized lines for use up to 100 psi.
Includes 5” pipe nipple with 1” NPT thread.
Replacement Accessories Available From Jameson
16-SB Stufng Box with 3 Screws, 5 O-Rings
16-146 End Ferrule Repair Kit
16-170 O-Ring, 12 Pack
15-WIPE Lubricated Wipes
Required tools not included in this kit:
Gas leak detector
Transmitter and Receiver for locating
Wrenches, channel locks
Various pipe ttings (may be required to adapt 1” NPT to your
specic tting)
Teon tape
NOTE: The Jameson traceable rodder has a copper wire that can be inserted underground. Jameson cannot guarantee
successful tracing for every make and model transmitter under all soil and moisture conditions. If tracing is unsuccessful,
try improving the depth of the ground spike or wetting the area around the ground spike.
Live Tracer Operation
Before Each Use:
Inspect O-ring for any sign of tearing, cracking or pitting. Replace if damaged BEFORE EVERY USE. Jameson O-rings
are custom designed. Only Jameson-provided O-rings will guarantee proper safety and effectiveness.
Inspect rod for damage. If rod surface is broken, replace rod. A scratched rod could cause leaking when scratch passes
through Stufng Box O-ring. Portions of rod can be cut away and new end tting attached if it is not necessary to replace
entire rod.
Follow your company safety procedures at all times. These instructions shall no take the precedence over any safety proce-
dures established by your company.
1. Access PE gas pipe to be traced. Install electrofusion Tap Tee to pipe. Follow all installation and safety procedures
provided with your equipment and those established by your company.
Prepare Tap Tee Access Port
2. Follow your established procedures to attach any necessary couplers, adapters, extensions, valves or any equipment
to the access port of the tap tee. Perform all necessary tests established in your company procedures to ensure proper
fusion of the tee and all accessories.
DRAFT
Rod
Stufng
Box Cap
O-ring
1/4”
Grease
Fitting
Stufng
Box Body
End
Ferrule
Spring
Leader
Accessory
Screws
Live Tracer Operation
Install Rod into Stufng Box
3. Remove cap of Stufng Box by removing the 3 screws.
4. INSPECT O-RING. If it shows any sign of tearing, cracking or pitting, replace with new O-ring.
5. Pay out rod approximately 15 feet.
6. Install rod end through Stufng Box cap as shown.
7. Lubricate end ferrule, rod and inside O-ring with lubricated wipes provided. Install O-ring over rod.
8. Insert rod end into Stufng Box body.
9. Attach Spring Leader Accessory to end ferrule of rod.
10. Install Stufng Box cap with 3 screws provided. Snugly secure all screws to ensure proper O-
ring seal. Mark rod with permanent marking pen 6” from Stufng Box to monitor retracting of rod.
11. Attach Stufng Box to angled access port of Tap Tee. Follow your company’s procedures for at-
taching to access port.
12. Use cutter of Tap Tee to tap into PE pipe. Retract cutter. Follow your company procedures and
those provided with Tap Tee.
13. Check for gas leaks following your company procedures. If Stufng Box is leaking, inspect O-
rings and rod for damage. Replace as necessary.
Insert Rod for Tracing
14. Push rod into Tap Tee while holding a lubricated wipe against the rod to continuously lubricate
rod. Lack of lubrication can result in excessive push force on rod and could cause breakage.
15. Do not attempt to force rod past obstructions. Do not repeatedly pull rod back and re-insert with
a ramming motion. Do not allow rod to buckle at the entry of Stufng Box under excessive force as
this can result in rod breakage.
16. When insertion is nearly complete, allow 2-3 coils of rod to remain on spool to prevent slippage
and potential rod damage.
Tracing the Rod
17. Attach transmitter cable clip to the end tting at the opposite end of the rod. Follow manufacturer’s instructions for
proper set-up of transmitter.
18. It is recommended to install the ground spike at a 90 degree angle to the anticipated rod path. If you have a 1W
transmitter, use the highest frequency available. If your transmitter is greater than 1W, use the highest frequency below
45kHz. Follow proper locating practices established by your company or your locating equipment manufacturer.
Removing the Rod
19. When tracing is complete, pull the rod back through the Tap Tee and reinstall onto the rod spool.
20. A grease tting is available on the Stufng Box for lubrication when removing the rod. Use a standard ¼” grease gun
and synthetic non-petroleum grease to lubricate the rod. If this is not available, periodically reinsert the rod a few inches
while using the lubricating wipe and then continue removing.
21. When black mark on rod end is visible, stop removing the rod. Do not pull rod end past the O-ring as this will dam-
age the O-ring.
22. Depressurize the Tap Tee and Stufng Box following your company procedures.
23. Remove the Stufng Box. Disassemble Stufng Box from rod end.
24. Reinstall Stufng Box cap for storage.