User Manual STICK Locating Series
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1. 00482 00 Stick Receiver Specifications 0 eee ee 100 00483 00 Stick Transmitter Specifications 000 eee 100 00493 00 WSCRIMONRUOl 16252 annarar a AE E es 030 00101 00 Red Black Cord 0 0 ccc ccc ce cen 151 00078 00 GrOUNG ROG xe atracned cet ba Guns RP Reed 211 00032 00 800 851 7347 www rycominstruments com LIE RYCOM instruments inc 142. by displaying the low battery icon on the LCD screen 800 851 7347 www rycominstruments com n RYCON instruments inc Locating the Cable or Pipe Make sure the TRANSMITTER is connected and in the ON position Then move approxi mately 15 feet 4 5 meters away from the TRANSMITTER along the path Move about 25 feet 7 5 meters for the Inductive search mode Hold the Receiver so that you can see the LCD bargraph and controls easily Make sure the RECEIVER and the TRANSMITTER FREQUENCY are both set for the same FREQUENCY 8kHz 33kHz or 82kHz Peak Mode Receiver Max Signal over cable A A AA uiam Buried cable amp End view Peak Mode Locating Keep the Receiver in a vertical position Move the Receiver left to right across the path When the Receiver is directly above the cable or pipe rotate the RECEIVER for a maximum signal As you move the RECEIver away from the cable path the meter reading and audio frequency response will drop off If you rotate the REcEivER while over the cable a sharp NULL will identify the cable s direction It is aligned with the flat side of the RECEIVER CABLE CABLE PATH PATH MAXIMUM Qo NuirsHows RECEIVER CABLE SIGNAL DIRECTION Trace the path by walking away from the TRANSMITTER at a moderate pace Move the Receiver to the left and right while walking following the PEAK indications As you trace the path the PEAK meter reading
3. is displayed TRANSMITTER Coupler Connection The optional FLexicoupLer and HARD COUPLER are very easy to use and services do not have to be interrupted The operation range is shorter than for DiRECT CONNECTION methods The tracing signal can be affected by neighboring cables and pipes The RED BLACK Test CorD or the GROUND Rop are not needed for this method Successful COUPLER Operation requires an insulated conductor that is grounded on both near and far ends Loop the FiExicouPLER around the cable and connect the two ends or clamp the HARD CouPrER around the cable It is important to connect the CourLer around the cable needing to be traced Connect the coupler around the wire closer to the outgoing cable not near the system ground The result will be a stronger signal Plug the Coup er Test Corb into the TX Output Jack Always use the 82 kHz FREQUENCY on the RECEIVER and the TRANSMITTER TRANSMITTER BURIED CABLE 800 851 7347 www rycominstruments com Hf RYCON instruments inc Inductive Connection Blind Search 800 851 7347 This method is convenient to use and services are not interrupted No test cords or connections are needed The cable or pipe must have good insulation or non conductive coating or the operating range will be short Turn the TRANSMITTER ON Press the 82 kHz button Place TRANSMITTER ON ITS SIDE as Close as possibl
4. may slowly fade as you move away from the TRANSMITTER Press and release the GAIN buttons as needed to compensate for changes in level higher or lower One of the following may occur a a junction where the signal divides and goes several directions b a break in the cable or shield C a change in the depth of the cable or pipe d an insulated pipe fitting e a slack loop of cable If you can no longer trace the path even with the GAIN set to maximum connect the TRANSMITTER to the far end of the path and trace back to the point where you lost the signal Mark the straight sections of the path every few feet Mark sharp curves loops and cable bundles every few inches Sharp changes in the path cause the RECEIVER PEAK and NULL indications to behave differently than when tracing a straight path Practice on the path that you know has turns and laterals in it This will help you to recognize the conditions within the field 800 851 7347 www rycominstruments com RYCOM instruments inc L Depth Measurement 45 Angle Method Move to the location you want to measure depth Stay at least 15 feet away from the TRANSMITTER Move the Receiver left to right across the path until the cable is located Mark the path on the ground as precisely as possible Position the unit so that the sight lines on the lower tube are straight up and down thus orinting the unit at a 45 angle Pull the Receiver away from the cable path at 90
5. 0 ccc cee eee ees 11 Stick Receiver Specifications 0 0 cece eee eee 12 Stick Transmitter Specifications 6 eee 13 800 851 7347 www rycominstruments com Hg RYCON instruments inc Introduction Congratulations on the purchase of your new Stick Pathfinder Locator The Stick locator is specially designed to detect buried utilities This device may detect buried power cables CATV cables gas and water pipes sewer lines telephone cables fiber optic cables with sheath sondes inspection camera transmitters The TRANSMITTER emitts a signal The Receiver detects the signal You can locate the rel ative position of the buried utility sonde or camera by following the tracing signal AWARNING Electric shock hazard e Toolis designed to detect electromagnetic field emitted from Camera Sondes and buried metallic utilities There are buried cables pipes and utilities this instrument CANNOT detect LOCATING is not an exact science The only certain way to be sure of the ex istence location or depth of buried utilities is to carefully expose dig up the utility De energize any circuits in or around the work area Do not expose tool to rain or moisture e Use tool only for intended purpose as described in this manual Failure to observe these warnings could result in severe injury or death DISCLAIMER OF LIABILITY RYCOM INSTRUMENTS INC SHALL NOT BE LIABLE TO DISTRIBUTOR RESELLER OR ANY OTHER PERSON FOR ANY I
6. 2 2 Ibs 2 8kg depending on load frequency and power setting LIE RYCOM instruments inc 13 Factory Service If your Stick Locator is not working properly first call RYCOM Instruments Inc Support at 800 851 7347 for assistance If the locator is in need of repair RYCOM will provide instructions and a Return Material Authorization RMA for returning your locator to the service center The instrument will be repaired and shipped back with an invoice or you will be advise if the instrument is unrepairable Send it prepaid to RYCOM Instruments inc Attn Repair include RMA 9351 East 59th Street Raytown MO 64133 800 857 7347 Note There is a minimum charge for repair and handling Warranty THIS INSTRUMENT I 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 WAR RANTY PERIOD THIS WARRANTY IS VOID IF AFTER HAVING RECEIVED THE INSTRUMENT IN GOOD CON DITION 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 Parts List STICK Cable Pipe Locator KIT 001
7. ENCY p 2i ADJUSTS GAIN UP OR DOWN ON OFF Button The unit will load settings from previous usage FREQUENCY Button Toggles through avaiable frequencies model specific 8kHz 33kHz amp 82kHz MODE Button amp DEPTH Button Mode selects between 3 modes peak locating mode left right guidance mode and ferrous metal detection mode Depress and hold for 3 seconds for depth reading GAIN Button Up or Down Adjusts the gain up or down Gain level displayed as solid or missing bar on bar graph Absolute Signal Strength The Stick Locator Receiver provides the operator with a direct measurement of the RECEIVER S signal strength The measurement is displayed with two numerical digits ex 85 located at the top of the LCD display The measurement range is from 0 to 99 indicating a very weak signal 0 to a very strong signal 99 Absolute Signal Strength is independent of the GAIN setting or meter reading It gives the operator information about the actual amount of signal being radiated from the conductor and received by the RECEIVER The Absolute Signal Strength will not be displayed if the gain is too high or too low Adjust the GAIN to move the meter reading to mid scale The numerical display will change from to a valid measurement Gain Change Indication The GAIN up and down buttons are used to increase and decrease the gain in small amounts Low Battery The Stick Locator will indicate low battery condition
8. NCIDENTAL INDIRECT SPECIAL EXEMPLARY OR CONSE QUENTIAL DAMAGES OR INJURY OF ANY TYPE WHATSOEVER AND CAUSED DIRECT LY OR INDIRECTLY BY PRODUCTS SOLD OR SUPPLIED BY RYCOM INSTRUMENTS INC Part Numbers STICK Cable Pipe Locator KIT 001 00482 00 Stick Receiver Specifications 0 eee eee 100 00483 00 Stick Transmitter Specifications 0 0 e eee 100 00493 00 User MONUGL ydi eminin a a Son rre tert qoe e idees 030 00101 00 Red Black Cord 2 0 0 cece eens 151 00078 00 Ground ROG vens tps Ree ode REA doy Eus 211 00032 00 Prepare for Use Unpack your new Stick Pathfinder Cable amp Pipe Locator Make sure there is no shipping damage and all the parts are included Locate the battery compartment on the top of the REcEvER Open the com partment by uncrewing the gray cap Install the six Duracell AA batteries as marked Locate the battery compartment inside the TRANsMITTER Open the comport ment using a phillips screwdriver Install the eight Duracell C batteries as marked Note For longer battery life and reliable operation under adverse conditions use only Duracell alkaline batteries 800 851 7347 www rycominstruments com n RYCON instruments inc Changing Operating Modes amp Frequency Sets NOTE THIS SETUP PROCEDURE IS NOT REQUIRED UNLESS THE USER DESIRES TO CHANGE FACTORY SETTINGS The STICK operating programs and frequency sets are user programmable and ca
9. User Manual We ad tit1 STICK Locating Series instruments inc a a P H Cable amp Pipe Locator EE aw Powered By RYCOM Instruments Pathfinder Locator Technology A BYA anual Part 030 00086 10 COPYRIGHT Copyright 2015 RYCOM Instruments Inc All rights reserved No part of this manual may be reproduced copied modified or adapted without the prior written consent of the RYCOM Instruments Inc Please feel free to contact RYCOM Instruments Inc to request permission for reproduction and use of this manual for training purposes 800 851 7347 www rycominstruments com n RYCON instruments inc Table of Contents GENERAL INFORMATION Waro e DEN IEEE 2 IMMOCWCTON m CCP 2 Prepare Tor Use iss ssesus se eR IP SERe RI Ed E ER eda 2 Transmitter Controls and Indicators llli esses 3 Direct COMMS CT aoe ds csset duse Bendre ie up ebur adir Egregie decas 4 Hexicoupler Connection 0 662 eee e e eee ne 4 Inductive ConnectliOri ssllcsell I em eR eee Reg rua 5 Blind Search 2 RReeRera ee PRG e T S TR E G a 5 Selecting the Tracing Signal oes sesca scera m rmm mme e 6 Receiver Controls and Indicators 0 cece eee eee eee 6 Locating ihe Cable or PIpe oe dea dod RR ee eerte 7 Peak Locating M d sees er mE eR ee EE eR 7 Depth Measurement 45 Degree Angle Method 8 Tilted Magnetic Field Identification llle 8 Ferrous Metal Detection
10. asing the Power ON Buron will save the selected frequencies for availability during normal operation 800 851 7347 www rycominstruments com n RYCON instruments inc The Stick Locator Series Transmitter Controls and Indicators 7 Load Rate Indicators SEBBES 1 kHz Battery Condition Tx Output A BERGH 8 Indicator ino Frequency Be Selector M X Power On amp Off Relative Resistance Output Signal Voltage Current Level Control TX OUTPUT JACK The ReD BLACK Corb Coupler and FiExicoupLeR connects here to create a circuit on the buried utility FREQUENCY SELECTOR Pressing the frequency button will toggle through the available frequencies This model operates at 82 kHz and 8kHz The 82 kHz frequency is a high frequency and can be applied by direct connection coupler induction and transmitter induction High frequencies are capable of jumping disconnected shield bonds faults insulated couplings and other interruptions of the conductor The 82 kHz may induce or couple bleed off onto non target conductors within close proximity The 8 kHz is mid range frequency that can be applied via direct connection The 8kHz is less likely to couple to adjacent conductors LOAD INDICATOR The Load Rate Indicator symbol flashes to indicate signal transmission and the output circuit impedance When the indicator blinks 4 times per second it is indicating a nea
11. e to the path of the cable or pipe Align the ARROWS on the SIDE OF THE TRANSMITTER in line with the cable or pipe First locate the broad TRANSMITTER Null then move toward the expected cable path while looking for the signal carried by the cable Start tracing the path with the Receiver 25 feet from the TRANSMITTER Search in the 90 zone as shown above Locate the cable or pipe and follow the path If the signal becomes weak move the TRANSMITTER to a point 25 feet behind the last strong signal and continue searching The Blind Search locating techniques is used if the operator is not aware if a bur ied utility exists Two people are needed for this technique The TRANSMITTER and the RECEIVER are Held 25 feet away from each other Each operator walks at the same speed keeping a distance of 25 feet from each other When the receiver gives an audio response then a buried utility is present between the Receiver and the TRANSMITTER TRANSMITTER M 25 Feet 7 5 Meters Between Transmitter and Reciever dew RECEIVER www rycominstruments com Aa RYCON instruments inc 5 The Stick Receiver Controls and Indicators DISPLAYS ABSOLUTE SIGNAL STRENGTH Ecc RELATIVE SIGNAL STRENGTH BARGRAPH single bar shows gain nest setting OPERATION MODE ON OFF Displays selected P operation and or MODE selected frequency avaiable to model FREQU
12. n be changed at anytime through a quick selection process To select the desired frequency set on the RECEIVER e Press and hold depressed the Power ON BUTTON e Pressing the FREQUENCY Buron will toggle through available frequencies Passive 50Hz 60Hz CP50HZ CP60Hz 512Hz 815 8kHz 9kHz 33kHz 65kHz 82kHz 200kHz 478kHz e To select a frequency press the MODE Buron toggle At the top of the LCD the count of frequencies selected will tally up one each time a frequency is selected e Pressing the GAIN UP Button will change the depth reading from inches feet to centimeter e Along press of the Mope Buton will toggle on and off the optional ferrous locating feature Fe e Releasing the Power ON Buron will exit the setup menu and save the selected frequencies for availability during normal operation To select the desired frequency set on the TRANSMITTER e Press and hold depressed the Power ON BUTTON e Pressing the INFORMATION Buton will toggle through available configurations Repeat pressing until UF is displayed in the FREQUENCY INDICATOR section of the LCD e Press and hold depressed the Power ON BUTTON e Without releasing the Power ON Button press the FREQUENCY BUTTON to toggle through the available frequencies e To select and store the desired frequency press the INFORMATION Burton The count of the selected frequency will be displayed on the LCD e Continue to toggle through and select the desired frequencies e Rele
13. ocate would be halfway between the two outside depth locate marks This is an important technique that should be used to ensure the most accurate location possible 800 851 7347 www rycominstruments com n RYCON instruments inc Locating a Sonde or Camera Head Using the Stick Before you begin you must choose a SONDE OR CAMERA HEAD that will match the same frequency as the REcElver You will need a SONDE with a frequency of 512kHz to use with the Stick Receiver The key to Sowpe locating success is practice and patience Before going out on your first locate it is a good idea to take your RECEIVER and SONDE out and try locating the Soupe and calculating the depth SIDE BACK No NS ooe CO FRONT SIDE P Attaching a Push Device to the Sonde Attaching a push rod to the Soupe can be accomplished by using the coupling on the end of the Sowpe A spring coupling is recommended to allow the SONDE to move easier Or if you need to attach the SONDE to a sewer auger it is recom mended you use duct tape and apply as the shown in the figure below If taping the SONDE on a metal pushing device it is recommended to place the battery side of the Soupe closest to the device This will allow for the best performance Wrap the snake for approximately 1 foot in the location where the SONDE is going to be attached Also attaching the Sonne 18 inches behind the cutting head is recom mended First wrap the SONDE in the duct tape and then a
14. rly short circuit When the indicator blinks 1 time every 3 seconds it is indicating a nearly open circuit OUTPUT SIGNAL LEVEL CONTROL The OUTPUT SIGNAL LEVEL CONTROL adjusts the power output from the TRANSMITTER The Three selections include LOW MEDIUM HIGH REALATIVE RELATIVE RESISTANCE VOLTAGE CURRENT The transmitter measures both the output of the frequency and the feed back from the transmitted frequency Pressing the 7 button will toggle through the voltage current and relative resistance dispayed at the bottom of the LCD 800 851 7347 www rycominstruments com Hf RYCON instruments inc 3 Direct Connection CAUTION DO NOT CONNECT TO LIVE POWER OR ENERGIZED POWER CABLES Direct Connection is the most reliable method of signal application This method is relatively free of interference The greatest amount of signal strength can be achieved by this method All frequencies may be used The far end of the utility must be grounded Connect the Rep Test Corb to an existing ground point or an exposed metallic sec tion of the utility Place the GRouND Rop approximately 10 feet from this point at an angle of 90 to the buried cable or pipe Push the GRouND Rob into the ground 8 to 10 inches Connect the BLACK Test CorD to the GROUND ROD Plug the ReD BLACK Test Corb into the TX OUTPUT JACK Press the FREQUENCY Button for 82kHz or 8kHz The Power Output Indicator and the Frequency Indicator of the chosen frequency
15. to calibrate 800 851 7347 www rycominstruments com n RYCON instruments inc 11 Stickv3 Specifications Receiver 476kHz 200kHz 82kHz 6bkHz 33kHz 8kHz Operating Frequency Antenna Mode Peak horizontal coil Null Left Right Audio Indication Variable pitch audio Le eT e ilare Ea ece LUCE 4 F to 133 20 C to 55 C Battery Type 6 AA Duracell alkaline batteries Battery Life Continuous 40 hours Intermittent 82 hours 10 minute auto shut off Dimensions Tube 33 0 x 1 38 Tee 1 38 X 3 25 Weight 1 62 pounds 0 734 kg LCD bar graph Absolute Signal Strength readout 0 99 Gain Control up down button for manual control Signal Strength Dynamic Range 126 dB Depth Measurement Digital Depth Estimate Manual Triangulation 800 851 7347 www rycominstruments com LE RYCON instruments inc 12 STICKv3 Pathfinder Specifications Transmitter Operating Frequency Operating Temperature Hook up Method Koo e Mf To ed e Tae Output Power Battery Types Battery Life Dimensions Weight 800 851 7347 www rycominstruments com 4T6kHz 200kHz 82kHz 65kHz 33kHz 8kHz 4 F to 133 20 C to 55 C Direct Connection Inductive Coupling with optional coupler Transmitter Induction automatic from 5 Q to 20 000 Q 3 Watt High 500 Milliwatts Low 8 C Duracell alkaline batteries greater than 30 hours 8 4 x 5 57 x 2 6
16. to the cable path keeping the unit at 45 When the receiver indicates a NULL reading mark the location of the receiver s foot The distance between the RECEIVER and the cable path is the depth of the pipe or cable A false depth reading may be caused by nearby buried metallic objects such as a second cable pipe sewer fence and railroad tracks or from signal conducting on multiple lines Confirm the depth measurement by repeating the above steps on the opposite side of the pipe or cable A variance greater than 5 inches in depth measurement may indicate a skewed electomagnetic field caused by the presence of additional buried cables pipes or other objects N 05 Signal Null Point 45 Signal Null Point Depth Buried cable or pipe end view Tilted Magnetic Field Identification When adjacent cables or pipes are present they will sometimes create locating errors Some of the TRANSMITTER signal is picked up by the adjacent conductors and is redirected so that it combines with the original signal The result is a Tilted Magnetic Field This is offen the reason that numeric depth readouts are sometimes created in error The operator can verify the accuracy of path locate by performing the 45 Angle Method locate on both sides of the cable path If the right and left side depth readings agree to within 5 inches the path locate is accurate If the two depth readings do not agree then dig with care A closer l
17. ttach the Sowpe to the snake using the duct tape Push Rod Adaptor Use the supplied 3 8 x 16 unc and 5 16 x 18 unc push rod adaptors or pre tape the push device for 12 leaving 18 from the end Pre Tape Push Rod 12 Attach 18 From End Wrap tape completely around sonde Attach wrapped sonde to pre taped section of push device 800 851 7347 www rycominstruments com n RYCON instruments inc Locating a Sonde Hold the Receiver antenna directly above and in line with the SONDE as shown below with the Receiver sensitivity adjusted for a meter reading within scale The radiation pattern of the SONDE is shown below The PEAK signal is when the RECEIVER is held directly over the SONDE with the antenna in line with the Sonne Both Ghost signals can be located behind and in front of the Sonne By locating the ghost signals the user is confirming the accuracy of the locate i d a NULL NULL PEAK GHOST GHOST LL T y E E 4 Start by following the suspected path of the pipe and use the Stick Locator to locate the Sowpe Stop locating when the PEAK reading is found Then rotate the RECEIVER as shown in the figure below When pivoting the Receiver do not change the vertical position The RECEIVER will indicate a PEAK when the Recever antenna is in line with the SONDE PIVOT THE RECEIVER SO THE ANTENNA ROTATES NOT CHANGING THE VERTICAL POSITION EARTH Now mo
18. ve the Receiver side to side across the path of the pipe as shown below When the PEAK if found the Receiver is directly over the Soupe Mark this location Next check for ghost signals in front of and in back of the SONDE to confirm the location MOVE THE RECEIVER SIDETO SIDE AND WHEN A PEAK SIGNAL IS FOUND THE RECEIVER IS OVERTHE SONDE 800 851 7347 www rycominstruments com n RYCON instruments inc 10 Ferrous Metal Detection The STICK offers a ferrous metal detection capability To select this mode press the Mode key until the Fe is shown on the LCD The gain controls will adjust the sensitivity This mode will only detect ferrous metals metals containing iron This mode may need to be calibrated after shipment from the factory due to the change in the earth s magnetic field To calibrate first move a location free of any metal and select the Fe mode Then press and hold the Frequency button until CAL appears on the LCD Turn the gain to about half scale on the bar graph With the STICK held at a 45degree angle to the ground rotate in a circle Pause every quarter turn and press the Frequency key continue around the full circle Do one additional sweep pressing the frequency one more time at any points of high signal Now turn the unit off the calibration procedures is finished and the unit is ready to locate Fe Calibration Fe Calibration Side View Overhead View Press the Frequency Button every quarter turn
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