Rycom Clampmitter User manual

User Manual
Manual Part # 030-00119-00

Operating Frequencies: ..................33kHz (32,768Hz), 65kHz (65,536Hz) & 82kHz (82,315Hz)
Output Power Levels:...............................................Low Power / High Power
Power Source: .................................................Rechargeable Li-Ion Battery
Battery Life: .................................................... 16 Hours (continuous use)
Charging...........................................................Standard USB supply
Operating Temperature: .......................................-4° F to 140° F (-20° C to 60°C)
Inside Diameter: ......................................................4.2 Inches (10.67cm)
Dimensions: .....................................5.6” x 10.8” x 1.0” (14.2cm x 27.4cm x 2.4cm)
Weight: ................................................................0.8 lbs (0.362kg)
Ingress Protection: ................................................................ IP 65
Country of Origin: ...........................................................United States
SpecificationS
Failure to follow these warning could result in serious injury, DEATH, or damage to property.
Only persons qualied and trained to operate cable & pipe locators may operate this equipment.
Follow appropriate safety procedure, your companies policies and applicable safety codes
and/or laws.
Do not connect to utilities, cables or pipes without authorization and training.
Use tool only for intended purpose as described in this manual.
Do not expose tool to rain or moisture.
Do not expose to hazardous chemicals, hazardous gas or explosive environment. This
equipment is NOT approved for use in areas where hazardous gas may be present.
SHOCK HAZARD - Do not connect to uninsulated conductors. De-energize any circuits in or
around the work area.
LOCATING is not an exact science. The only certain way to be sure of the existence, location,
or depth of buried utilities is to carefully expose (dig up) the utility.
important noticeS
RYCOM Instruments, INC shall not be liable to Customer, Distributor, Reseller, or any other person for any
incidental, indirect, special, exemplary or consequential damages, or injury of any type whatsoever, and
caused directly or indirectly by Products sold or supplied by RYCOM INSTRUMENTS, INC.
DiSclaimer ofliability
Congratulations on the purchase of your new RYCOM CLAMPMITTERTM Coupler Induction Transmitter.
You have chosen a quality product that is designed for years of field use without the need for annual or
periodic calibration and service. For safety and to help ensure the best locating results, please read and
understand the manual in its entirety before using the product.
introDuction
This instrument is under warranty for one year from the date of delivery against defects in material and
workmanship (EXCEPT BATTERIES). We will repair or replace products that prove to be defective
during warranty period. This warranty is void if, after having received the instrument in good condition,
it is subjected to abuse, unauthorized alterations or casual repair. No other warranty is expressed or
implied. The warranty described in this paragraph shall be in lieu of any other warranty, including but not
limited to, any implied warranty of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose. We are not liable for
consequential damages.
Warranty

CLAMPMITTERTM ConTRoLs & IndICAToRs
• LED color indicates selected frequency
• Solid LED indicates normal output power
• Rapid ashing LED indicates high-power output
• Slow ashing LED indicates low battery
• Short press turns on unit
• Short press toggles frequencies
• Two-second press enables high-power output
• Four-second press turns unit off
Signal LED Indications
Key Functions
• Red LED indicates charging
• Blue LED indicates full charge
Charging LED Indications
• Micro-USB charging under protective plate
Charging Port
The CLAMPMITTERTM is used to induce a tracing signal on a target conductor when direct connection is
not possible, and/or when services cannot be interrupted.
Induction coupling may be better than direct connection at applying selective signal to a target conductor
with less inadvertent coupling to adjacent lines. It is common for the target conductor to carry the strongest
signal, and non-target lines will carry a weaker signal.
Successful coupler operation requires an insulated conductor that is grounded on both near and far ends.
It is best to leave the system grounds intact, or ground the line if possible, when coupling signal. Note:
An insulated conductor may be may be traced without near and far end grounds if a sufficient length of
cable is buried underground on either side of the point of coupling. In this case the signal will capacitive
couple to ground.
•Turn the CLAMPMITTERTM on and select the desired frequencies and output power.
•Clamp the coupler around the cable with the coupler around the wire closer to the outgoing cable, not
near the system ground. The result will be a stronger signal.
coupler inDuction connection
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If, the CLAMPMITTER TM is not working properly, return it to the factory for repair. The required return
information may be obtained by Tel: [phone], Fax: [phone], [email protected],
or at www.rycominstruments.com/ServiceRMA.html.
NOTE: Contact your freight forwarder for the most up-to-date restrictions and labeling requirements for
products containing Lithium-Ion Batteries.
NOTE: There is a minimum charge for repair and handling. When shipping your instrument, be sure to
include:
1. The name, address, and phone number of your contact.
2. A brief description of the trouble.
3. A return shipping address & billing address & any special shipping instructions.
Packing Instructions:
Place the unit to be repaired in the original shipping carton, or equivalent sturdy container. Add packing
material around all sides of the unit. Seal the shipping container with strong tape. Failure to package the
equipment properly may result in voiding warranty.
Mark the shipping container: FRAGILE ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT
factory Service
CLAMPMITTERTM .......................................................100 00349 00
USB Charger ...........................................................750 00035 00
USB Cable.............................................................151 00109 00
Charging Protective Cover ................................................240 00260 00
D-ring 1/4 inch bolt ......................................................820 05050 00
replacement partS
FCC Compliance Statement
This equipment complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two
conditions:
The equipment may not cause harmful interference.
The equipment must accept any interference received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation.
NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device
pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against
harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment
generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance
with the manufacturer’s instruction manual, may cause harmful interference with radio communications.
Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference, in which case you
will be required to correct the interference at your own expense.
Industry Canada compliance Statements
This Class A digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe A est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.
Modications
Any changes or modications to this device, not expressly approved by the RYCOM Instruments, Inc.
could void the user’s authority granted by the FCC to operate the equipment.
Send it prepaid to: Rycom Instruments, Inc.
9351 E. 59th Street
Raytown, MO 64133 U.S.A.
compliance
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