General Machine Products RD7000 Traceable Rod Detection - Manual (Page 7)

RD7000 Operation Manual 1
Section 1. – Introduction
1.1 About this manual
This manual provides cable and pipe survey professionals
with comprehensive operating instructions for the
RD7000 receiver and transmitter system. Before
operating the RD7000 system it is very important that you
read this manual, noting all safety warnings
and procedures.
1.1.1 Additional documentation
This manual introduces the Centros Manager software
suite but provides only limited installation and operating
instructions. The Centros Manager manual is available to
download from www.radiodetection.com.
1.2 About the RD7000
The RD7000 system provides cable and pipeline locators
with a fast, effective means of locating and mapping
buried utilities.
The RD7000 product family includes four powerful
receivers and three transmitters offering one, three or
ten watt power output. Each transmitter and receiver is
compatible with all RD4000 accessories.
The RD7000 receiver is ergonomically designed to
provide the operator with a balanced, light weight tool
that encourages extended use in most environments.
1.3 Manual outline
The rest of this section provides an overview of safety
procedures and notices. Please review them before
moving on to Section 2 and the rest of this manual
Section 2 provides an overview of the RD7000 system
with annotated diagrams of the receiver and transmitter
Section 3 introduces basic setup and operation using the
RD7000’s menu system.
Section 4 introduces the theory and practice of cable and
pipe location using the RD7000 receiver and transmitter.
Section 5 introduces depth and current readings.
Section 6 provides general locating tips.
Section 7 introduces the range of accessories that are
compatible with the RD7000.
Section 8 introduces cable sheath fault-finding using the
RD7000 TL and PL and an accessory A-frame.
Section 9 includes several appendices with reference
material and other technical information.
1.4 Safety
Please read this manual in its entirety before attempting to
operate the RD7000 receiver or transmitter. Note all safety
notices in the preface and throughout this manual.
Follow your company and national safety procedures
and or requirements when operating this equipment in
any environment or workplace. If you are unsure what
policies or procedures apply, contact your company or
site’s occupational health and safety officer or your local
government for more information.
Do not use this equipment if you suspect that any
component or accessory is damaged or faulty.
Use authorized accessories only. Incompatible
accessories may damage the equipment or give
inaccurate readings.
Keep this equipment clean and arrange for regular
services with an authorized Radiodetection service center.
More information can be found in the Appendix or from
your local Radiodetection representative.
Do not attempt to open or dismantle any part of this
equipment unless directed specifically by this manual.
Doing so may render the equipment faulty and may void
the manufacturer’s warranty.