Heath Consultants Sure-Lock All Pro User Manual

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Coupler Clamp (Optional)
An alternate direct method of energizing the conductor is with a coupler clamp.
This device can be used with the transmitter to apply the signal to the conductor

of conductors when they are selectively energized at the transmitter location.
When it can be used, the coupler clamp is a very accurate means for tracing and
identifying conductors because of its ability to keep signals away from interfer-
ing conductors.

The coupler clamp is a unique tool that generally enhances the separation of the
signal compared to conventional methods of energizing the trace conductor. The
coupler clamp is also the most effective method of isolating a conductor from in-
terfering conductors in the area of the search. It CANNOT be used on all tracing
applications. Since there is no grounding device in use with the coupler clamp,
the signal must be able to travel in both directions on the conductor. If the trace

point of attachment, the coupler clamp may not function. This “break” in the
continuity of the conductor creates an opening in the conductor loop that will not
allow an audio frequency signal to propagate.

SURE-LOCK

Frequency Selection Guide

8.1 K

Conductive locating, utilities with good continuity

- Electric and communication distribution cables
- Transmission gas facilities
- Fiber optic communication cables

81 K

Versatile conductive or inductive locating

- All utilities
- Coated pipe
- Bare steel

480 K

Trouble locations with poor continuity

- Broken tracer wire
- Cast iron pipe
- Insulated steel pipe
- Conductive tape

50-60

Power mode used for electric – Primary and Secondary

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