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NOTE! Hands should be close to the line opening. DONOT catch the cable on the edge
of an entry and continue to push.
2. Always try to run water down the pipe under going inspection. This will keep the system much cleaner, and
allow you to push noticeably farther with less friction. If the water is preventing you from seeing an area of
importance, temporarily turn it off.
3. When push the push cable through the pipeline by steady and slowly, a short distance entry per time, keeps
the hands at the entrance, so that can control the push cable and prevent it stuck, bent or scratch.
4. When inspecting a pipe, most of the time a slow steady push through the system works the best. At changes
in direction such as P-traps, Tee's, Y's, Elbows, etc. It is usually necessary to give a little extra push in the
bends. Back the camera head approximately 8" (20cm) from the bend, if necessary, and give it a quick push,
“popping” the camera through a turn, using the least amount of force required. Try to be as gentle as possible,
and do not hammer or snap the camera head through corners. After some practice, you may learn that the best
way to inspect a section of pipe is to push the camera through quickly. Then draw the camera back home slowly
and evenly.
5. Make sure the sapphire window is clean prior to entry. Some users claim that a slight lm of detergent on the
lens minimizes the possibility of grease sticking to the port. If necessary, take advantage of any standing water
in the pipe to wash the front of the camera by jiggling it in the water.
6. When you place the camera head into the pipe remember, as the materials of pipe vary, it will be necessary
to adjust the lighting settings to maximize picture quality.
7. The system can travel through multiple 45 and 90 degree bends and wyes. Do not, however, try to force it
through a P-trap or tee if there is a large amount of resistance.
NOTE! Do not try to use the camera head to clear
obstructions. This System is a diagnostic tool, not
a drain cleaner. Using the camera head to clear
obstructions could damage the camera head or cause
it to be caught in the obstruction.
8. Do not attempt to remove or stores push cable on the reel solely by
turning the reel itse lf. You can manually push or pull cable from the reel
and wind or unwind it.
9. If the camera sits in a pipe, or an enclosed environment, heat will build-up. This may lead to the camera
head overheating which will cause fuzzy lines to appear on the monitor. In the event, this happens, turn off the
system, remove the camera from the pipe (or enclosed environment) and let the camera head cool for 10 to 15
minutes. Running water into the line will also help cool the camera head. Always use the minimum illumination
required to maximize picture quality and to avoid excessive heat build-up.
NOTE! The camera head can get HOT! When nished with your inspection, or if taking a
prolonged break in the middle of the inspection, turn off the system.
Retrieving the push cable
1. Once the inspection has been completed, pull the push cable back with slow, steady force. Do not force the
push cable or exert excessive force. This could damage the camera or push cable. The push cable may get hung
up while being r etrieved, and may need to be manipulated as did during insertion.
2. Once the inspection has been completed, pull the push cable back with slow, steady force. Do not force the
push cable or exert excessive force. This could damage the camera or push cable. The push cable may get hung
up while being r etrieved, and may need to be manipulated as did during insertion.
Note! NEVER USE SOLVENTS to clean any part of the system. Substances like acetone
and other harsh chemicals can cause cracking of the camera ring, which could affect
waterproong.
3. Storing the push cable into the cable reel. One hand holds the push cable, the other hand close to the cable
wheel. Slowly and gently push the push cable slide via the hook of the handle, cable reel will rotate and store
the push cable inside.
Note! The hands should be close to the cable wheel when storing the push cable. Push
the push cable a small piece every try. Push a long distance can cause the push cable
bend or broken.
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Try to keep the push cable away from sharp edge of a pipe entry because this may cause damage. If the
camera does not seem to go any farther, DO NOT FORCE TO PUSH THE CAMERA! Try another entry
if possible.
Figure 15. Improper operation
