RIDGID NaviTrack Battery Sonde User manual

NaviTrack®Battery Sonde
Instructions
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Description
The NaviTrack Battery Sonde is a powerful, miniaturized transmitter that can
be installed at the end of a fiberglass push cable, duct rod, or sewer cable.
The NaviTrack Battery Sonde transmits a 512 Hz signal that can be picked
up with any compatible locator which allows users to pinpoint the transmit-
ter’s position underground.
Battery Installation
Unscrew the battery cover and
insert a new AAA alkaline battery,
positive end first, as shown on the
label.
Turning the Transmitter ON and OFF
•To turn the transmitter ON, fully
tighten the battery cover. The
LED will flash when the trans-
mitter is ON.
•To turn the transmitter OFF,
loosen the battery cover ¾ turn.
The LED will stop flashing when
the transmitter is OFF.
Status LED
When the transmitter is ON, the red LED will
flash slowly. When there is not enough power
for proper operation, the red LED will flash
rapidly. If the LED does not flash, or if it flashes
rapidly, replace the AAA battery.
Red Status LED
WARNING! Read the instructions and warnings of all equipment
before use. Failure to understand and follow warnings and instructions may
result in electrical shock, fire and/or serious personal injury.
NaviTrack®Battery Sonde

Operating the Battery Sonde with a Push Cable
To install the NaviTrack Battery Sonde trans-
mitter onto a push cable, screw the threaded
end of the battery cover onto the end of the
push cable. Tighten with pliers to ensure sure it
does not disconnect or loosen during use.
NaviTrack Battery Sonde Specifications
Weight:
with AAA alkaline battery 3.5 oz [100 g]
Size:
Length 2.92 in [7.42 cm]
Width 0.9375 in [2.38 cm]
Typical Maximum Detection Range*:
In air 25 ft [7.6 m]
In cast iron 15 ft [4.6 m]
Operating Frequency 512 Hz
Frequency Tolerance ± 30 – 50 ppm (0.00005 Hz)
Current Draw Tolerance ± 0.015A
Mounting Threads ¼” – 20
Battery:
Battery type one AAA alkaline
Recommended battery type Duracell MX 2,400 AAA cells
(M3 Ultra)
Operating temperature –4°F to 130°F
[–20°C to 54°C]
Expected life with recommended
battery type 3.5 hours at 70°F [21°C]
Typical Interference sources ductile iron, cast iron, wet salt
laden ground
*Will vary with ambient noise and interference
NaviTrack®Battery Sonde

999-999-423.10
999-999-423.08
748-009-609-0A-P3
Rev A
Printed in U.S.A.
June 2011
EMERSON. CONSIDER IT SOLVED.
TM
©2011 RIDGID, Inc.
99 Washington Street
Melrose, MA 02176
Phone [phone]
Toll Free 1-800-517-8431
Visit us at www.TestEquipmentDepot.com