© 2015 Radiodetection Ltd
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Section 2 - Introduction
2.1 About this manual
This manual provides cable and pipe survey
professionals with comprehensive operating instructions
for the RD8100 locator and transmitter system. Before
operating the RD8100 system it is very important that
you read this manual, noting all safety warnings and
procedures.
Additional documentation
The full product specification, RD Manager and
Sur manuals are available to download from
www.radiodetection.com
.
2.2 About the RD8100
The RD8100 product family offers a comprehensive
range of locators and transmitters designed to meet
specific customer needs.
The RD8100 locator is ergonomically designed to
provide the operator with a balanced, light weight tool
that encourages extended use in most environments.
A wide range of accessories are available to enhance
the performance and to add extra functionality.
For more information about the Precision Locate
Accessories Range, visit
www.radiodetection.com/accessories
2.3 Extended warranty
RD8100 locators and transmitters are covered by a 1
year warranty as standard.
Users can extend the warranty period to a total of 3 years
by registering their products (locators and transmitters)
within 3 months from purchase.
Registration is performed using the RD Manager PC
software. See Section 14.3 for further details
NOTE: You can also register your products by e-mail.
See Section 14.4 for more details
From time to time Radiodetection may release new
software to improve the performance or add new
functionality to products. By registering the user will have
the option of subscribing to e-mail alerts advising about
any new software and special offers related to its product
range.
Users can opt out any time from receiving software and
technical notifications or just from receiving marketing
material.
2.4 Manual outline
Section 1 includes an overview of safety procedures and
notices. Review them before moving on to Section 2 and
the rest of this manual
Section 3 provides an overview of the RD8100 system
with annotated diagrams of the locator and transmitter
Section 4 introduces basic setup and operation using the
RD8100 locator
’s menu system.
Section 5 introduces the theory and practice of cable and
pipe location using the RD8100 locator and transmitter.
Section 6 introduces depth and current readings.
Section 7 provides general locating tips.
Section 8 introduces the range of accessories that are
compatible with the RD8100 system.
Section 9 introduces cable sheath fault-finding using the
RD8100 locator and an accessory A-frame.
Section 10 introduces Current Direction
™ (CD).
Section 11 introduces the survey measurement
recording capabilities of the locator.
Section 12 provides instructions on how to use the
RD8100
locator’s Bluetooth technology to pair to
external devices.
Section
13
introduces
iLOC
™, Radiodetection’s
advanced remote transmitter control technology.
Section 14 includes several appendices with reference
material and other technical information.
2.5 Safety
Read this manual in its entirety before attempting to
operate the RD8100 locator or transmitter. Note all
safety notices in the preface and throughout this manual
You are responsible for determining whether the
conditions are suitable for using this device. Always
carry out a risk assessment of the site to be inspected
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.
Before inserting the earth stake into the ground, ensure
there are no shallow cables or services that could be
damaged by the earth stake
