SeekTech® ST-510 Manual 10 Watt Pipe and Cable Line Transmitter WARNING! Read this Operator’s Manual carefully before using this tool. Failure to understand and follow the contents of this manual may result in electrical shock, fire and/or serious personal injury. • Français – 19 • Castellano – pág.
SeekTech® ST-510 Line Transmitter Table of Contents Recording Form for Machine Serial Number ..............................................................................................................1 Safety Symbols..............................................................................................................................................................2 General Safety Rules Work Area .....................................................................................................
SeekTech® ST-510 10 Watt Pipe and Cable Line Transmitter SeekTech® ST-510 Line Transmitter Record Serial Number below and retain product serial number which is located on nameplate. Serial No.
SeekTech® ST-510 Line Transmitter Safety Symbols In this operator’s manual and on the product, safety symbols and signal words are used to communicate important safety information. This section is provided to improve understanding of these signal words and symbols. This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential personal injury hazards. Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death.
SeekTech® ST-510 Line Transmitter Equipment Use and Care • Do not force equipment. Use the correct equipment for your application. The correct equipment will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it is designed. • Do not use equipment if the switch does not turn it ON and OFF. Any equipment that cannot be controlled with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired.
SeekTech® ST-510 Line Transmitter the only way to verify its existence, location and depth. • Avoid traffic. Pay close attention to moving vehicles when using on or near roadways. Wear visible clothing or reflector vests. • Use equipment only as directed. Do not use the transmitter and related equipment unless the operator’s manual has been read.
SeekTech® ST-510 Line Transmitter Icon Legend Transmitter Components Display Screen Keypad High Voltage Present Safety Alert Power ON/OFF External Power 12-15VDC Handle Lead Clip Coil Cord (48Ft.
SeekTech® ST-510 Line Transmitter clockwise to secure the holder in the case. The battery holder can be installed in either orientation. Display Screen Battery Level Voltage Watts Sound Always remove batteries before shipping unit. )) ) Manufacturer Frequency Current Strength Operation Time Ohms (Resistance) Figure 5 – Display Screen • Battery Level – Shows remaining battery power in 5 steps. • Manufacturer – Shows the manufacturer’s frequency set being used (default is SeekTech).
SeekTech® ST-510 Line Transmitter power source is fully isolated from ground and power mains. If the transmitter is not isolated, the transmitter is not protected from connection to energized (live) power lines. This could cause electrical shock and damage the transmitter. Do not use a non-isolated power supply with the transmitter. If using the transmitter with a 12V DC adapter from a vehicle power jack while connected to a power line, the vehicle is connected to the power line.
SeekTech® ST-510 Line Transmitter • Inductive Mode – The transmitter generates a field, which in turn induces a current in the target conductor. There is no direct connection between the transmitter and the target conductor. The transmitter is placed over and inline with the target conductor. The transmitter’s internal antenna induces a signal onto the target conductor. This method is most commonly used when the target utility is not accessible. (See page 9). 4.
SeekTech® ST-510 Line Transmitter 6. Select a frequency, check the circuit and adjust current. See pages 10 and 11 for more information. 7. Turn on the receiver/locator and follow the instructions for the receiver. Make sure the receiver’s frequency is set to match that on the transmitter. Confirm the receiver is picking up the transmitted frequency by holding it near the transmitter and observing the increase in receiver signal.
SeekTech® ST-510 Line Transmitter 2. Press the POWER ON/OFF button on the keypad to turn the transmitter ON. As the power comes on, the transmitter will emit ascending beeps. Press the Inductive Mode Key. The display screen will read “INDUCTIVE MODE”. (See Figure 14). The transmitter will make a short buzzing sound when shifting into Inductive Mode, and after that, will make double beeps during inductive mode operation. If desired turn the beeping off by pressing the sound key (See Figure 4).
SeekTech® ST-510 Line Transmitter manufacturers and frequencies, see the Manufacturers Frequency Table on page 16. Consult your receiver/locator operator’s manual or manufacturer for more information on those products. To load other manufacturers frequency information • Press the menu key (Figure 4). • Use the UP/DOWN keys to scroll to “Manf. Menu” and press the select key. This will bring up the list of manufacturers. (Figure 17).
SeekTech® ST-510 Line Transmitter )) ) Figure 22 – Current Selected Up Key Current Select Key When a current level is chosen, the transmitter will adjust the voltage to try and produce the selected current and lock it in. If the transmitter cannot produce the current selected, it will adjust down to the next level. Menu Key Down Key The transmitter’s maximum current output depends on the amount of resistance in the circuit.
SeekTech® ST-510 Line Transmitter Auto Back Light Cleaning Instructions The SeekTech is equipped with an automatic LCD backlight. Whenever a key is pressed, the backlight is activated to aid viewing for 80 seconds. Remove batteries before cleaning. Adjusting the LCD Screen Contrast LCD contrast is set at the factory and should not normally require adjustment. Optimal contrast is set when the background remains white, while the black pixels are set to be as dark as possible.
SeekTech® ST-510 Line Transmitter Replacement Parts Parts are available from your local RIDGID Distributor. B A Disposal Parts of the SeekTech ST-510 Line Transmitter contain valuable materials and can be recycled. There are companies that specialize in recycling that may be found locally. Dispose of the components in compliance with all applicable regulations. Contact your local waste management authority for more information.
SeekTech® ST-510 Line Transmitter Chart 1 Troubleshooting PROBLEM POSSIBLE REASONS SOLUTION The Receiver and the Transmitter may not be on the same frequency. Check that the correct frequency has been selected on both units (See manual for the specific receiver). Higher or lower frequencies may be tried. The receiver may not be in the correct mode. Make sure that the proper functions are activated on the receiver. e.g. activating the line trace function for line tracing (See manual for the receiver).
SeekTech® ST-510 Line Transmitter Frequencies Exact Frequencies per Band (In Hz) Default (SeekTech) 128 Hz 1kHz 8kHz 33kHz 128 1024 8192 32768 Line 93kHz* 262kHz 93623 262144 *(European Model Only) (European Model Limited To 93kHz) Manufacturers Frequency Table 16 Displayed Manufacturer Company Available Frequencies 577Hz 8kHz 33kHz 200kHz 820Hz 8.2kHz 82kHz 512Hz 8kHz 65kHz Dyna 3M Dynatel™ Fish FISHER Gen Gen-Eye™ Gold GOLDAK 117.
SeekTech® ST-510 Line Transmitter Manufacturers Frequency Table (continued) Displayed Manufacturer Company RIDGID® (Old) Ridge Tool Co. RIDGID® (New) Ridge Tool Co. RIDGID-B (New) Ridge Tool Co.
