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16 Garrett Metal Detectors

ACE 150  

  ACE 250  17

side to side and front to back at the lowest constant height 

to locate the area causing the loudest signal. Watch the bar 

graphs on the LCD Screen to also see the peak signal area. 

With practice at pinpointing, you will be able to pinpoint 

objects very quickly.

 

4.  Five MODE options

—Like the 

ACE 150

, the 

ACE 250

 has 

All-Metal, Jewelry and Coins modes. The 

ACE 250

, however, 

has two additional modes: Custom and Relics.

 

•  CUSTOM Mode

—This Mode can be programmed by  

  the operator. The 

ACE 250

 is factory preset with the  

  CUSTOM Mode set the same as the COINS Mode. By using  

  the DISCRIM and ELIM pushbuttons, an operator can  

  modify the Notch Discrimination settings to individual  

  specifications, which will be retained in the CUSTOM Mode  

  when the 

ACE

 is turned OFF.

    The CUSTOM Mode can be used to find specific metal  

  items. For example, if an earring has been lost, scan the  

  matching earring with the 

ACE 250

 while in the CUSTOM  

  Mode. Note where the Target ID cursor appears when the  

  earring is scanned. Next, use the DISCRIM pushbutton to  

  move the Target ID cursor to the left and right. Push  

  the ELIM button to delete the LCD cursors on the notch  

  Discrimination Scale 

(see illustrations)

, leaving only the  

  one where the Target ID cursor illuminated when the  

  earring was scanned. Depending upon how the earring is  

  laying in the ground, your ability to find it will be enhanced  

  by turning on an additional cursor on either side of the  

  target cursor. The 

ACE 250

 is now programmed to find only  

  the missing earring based on the conductivity of its  

  matching pair.

   

ELIM can also be used to modify the Notch Discrimination  

  Scale to reject a specific type of trash while detecting all  

  other metal. When a trash metal is audibly detected while  

  hunting, simply push the ELIM button to create a notch  

  where the Target ID cursor signaled the presence of the  

  trash. The next time the 

ACE 250

 encounters the same  

  trash item, it will not produce an audible signal.

 

•  RELICS Mode

—Designed to eliminate trash targets  

  normally associated with relic hunting, while detecting  

  good targets in the lower conductivity range, such as lead  

  and brass.

 

Use the ELIM pushbutton to delete LCD cursors on the Lower Scale.

Summary of Contents for ACE 150

Page 1: ... Garland Texas 75042 Tel 1 972 494 6151 Email sales garrett com Fax 1 972 494 1881 ACE 150 250 Owner s Manual Owner s Manual English Spanish French German Speed your recoveries with the Garrett PRO POINTER IIor the PRO POINTER AT Visit garrett com for more information ...

Page 2: ...dustry The ACE series of detectors includes Garrett s patented discrimination feature This technology found only on Garrett detectors features two indicator scales that allow the user to see the detector s discrimination setting Lower Scale as well as the analysis of each detected target Upper Scale They also include the highly acclaimed 6 5x9 PROformance searchcoil This highly rugged epoxy filled...

Page 3: ... Assembly 6 ACE Features and Controls 8 ACE 150 8 ACE 250 13 Hunting With Your ACE Detector 18 Digging a Target 20 Troubleshooting Guide 21 Code of Ethics 22 Caution 23 Bench Tests 24 Caring For Your ACE Detector 25 ACE Warranty Service 26 ACE Accessories 28 Suggested Reading 31 ...

Page 4: ...ure you have the complete set of parts which include Control Housing with S shaped Ramrod Stem Upper Stem Lower Stem One 1 Wing Nut Two 2 Mounting Washers One 1 Threaded Bolt One 1 6 5x9 Searchcoil with Cable If any part is missing please contact your local dealer Control Housing S shaped Ramrod Stem Upper Stem Lower Stem Searchcoil Threaded Bolt Handle Grip Padded Arm Cuff LCD Screen Detector Sta...

Page 5: ...sted by removing the screw on the bottom and moving it to the other hole 6 Garrett Metal Detectors ACE 150 ACE 250 7 ACE ASSEMBLY 1 Align the holes in the mounting washers with the small posts on the stem and press firmly into the lower stem 1 2 2 Slide the searchcoil onto the stem 3 Insert the threaded bolt through the holes of the lower stem and searchcoil Hand tighten the searchcoil assembly wi...

Page 6: ...ch Discrimination Scale indicates the discrimination pattern where the ACE will or will not produce an audible signal when a target is located This scale changes when switching between Detection Modes No audible signal will be produced when a target is located where a notch is absent those Lower Scale regions where no cursors are visible 6 Coin Depth The depth of a coin or similar sized target wil...

Page 7: ...11 ACE 150 CONTROLS 1 POWER Pushbutton press and hold to reset to factory recommended settings Press and release to switch the unit ON and resume hunting with the same settings and modifications used prior to turning the unit OFF When the POWER pushbutton is pressed and held for 5 to 10 seconds until the detector beeps the ACE 150 will return to the factory recommended settings of each MODE 2 SENS...

Page 8: ...items such as iron bottle caps most pulltabs and other objects normally encountered while coin hunting Some bent pulltabs and pieces of tabs may not be eliminated from detection Some digging of junk targets is to be expected such as soft drink cans ACE 250 KEY FEATURES 1 POWER Pushbutton press and hold to reset to factory recommended settings Press and release to switch the unit ON and resume hunt...

Page 9: ...hat Notch delete the cursor to eliminate that specific target See illustration below All Notch Discrimination modifications made while in the CUSTOM mode will be retained when the detector is turned OFF However all changes made to the Notch Discrimination scale while in the ALL METAL JEWELRY RELICS and COINS modes will return to the factory settings when the detector is turned OFF 3 PINPOINT Pushb...

Page 10: ...ars when the earring is scanned Next use the DISCRIM pushbutton to move the Target ID cursor to the left and right Push the ELIM button to delete the LCD cursors on the notch Discrimination Scale see illustrations leaving only the one where the Target ID cursor illuminated when the earring was scanned Depending upon how the earring is laying in the ground your ability to find it will be enhanced b...

Page 11: ...nd around playground lawns once you re familiar with your new metal detector These areas give you an opportunity to test your pinpointing and digging practices in manicured lawns Keep your searchcoil height approximately 1 to 2 inches and parallel to the ground at all times for best detection results Walk slowly as you scan your searchcoil in a straight line from side to side while moving the coil...

Page 12: ... iron depending on their orientation in the ground can read incorrectly and cause erratic Target ID Cursor movement Intermittent Signals Intermittent signals typically mean you ve found a deeply buried target or one that is positioned at a difficult angle for your detector to read Increase the sensitivity on your detector and scan from different directions until the signal becomes more definite In...

Page 13: ...using good outdoor manners and conducting myself at all times in a manner which will add to the stature and public image of all people engaged in the field of metal detection CAUTION When searching for treasure with your Garrett detector observe these precautions Never trespass or hunt on private property without permission Avoid areas where pipelines or electric lines may be buried National and s...

Page 14: ...ugged machine designed for outdoor use However as with all electronic equipment there are some simple ways you can care for your detector to maintain its high performance Avoid extreme temperatures as much as possible such as storing the detector in an automobile trunk during the summer or outdoors in sub freezing weather Keep your detector clean Wipe the control housing with a damp cloth when nec...

Page 15: ...usiness days 5 Carefully pack the detector in its original shipping box or other suitable box Make certain that proper insulation or packing material is used to secure all parts Do not ship stems or headphones unless they are a part of the problem Be certain to return all coils 6 Ship to Garrett Metal Detectors Customer Service 1881 W State Street Garland Texas 75042 You can call Garrett s Custome...

Page 16: ...CE Tote Sport Bag Part No 1651500 This larger size searchcoil is waterproof offers maximum depth for larger targets in more mineralized soils and offers excellent separation for adjacent targets 8 5 x 11 PROformance DD Searchcoil Part No 2222000 This larger size concentric searchcoil is waterproof and offers excellent depth in less mineralized soils 9 x 12 PROformance Concentric Searchcoil Part No...

Page 17: ...e 1 4 adapter headphones mask out external noise for greater audio signal clarity ToseeGarrett scompletecollectionofmetaldetectoraccessories please visit www garrett com and view products within our Hobby Division SUGGESTED READING Please note that RAM Books the publishing division of Garrett Metal Detectors continues to release new titles each year related to treasure hunting gold prospecting coi...

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