© 2020 Radiodetection Ltd
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Section 1 - Preface
Before you begin
Thank you for your interest in
Radiodetection’s RD8200
®
cable and pipe locator.
The RD8200 delivers the latest in locating technology in
a powerful yet ergonomic and light-weight design.
Please read this user manual in its entirety before
attempting to use the RD8200 system.
Radiodetection products, including this manual, are
under continuous development. The information
contained within is accurate at time of publication;
however the RD8200, this manual and all its contents
are subject to change.
Radiodetection Limited reserves the right to modify the
product without notice and some product changes may
have taken place after this user manual was published.
Contact your local Radiodetection dealer or visit
for the latest information about
the RD8200 product family, including this manual.
1.1 Important notices
General
The performance of any cable and pipe locator may be
affected when used in close proximity to ferrous
materials such as manhole covers, steel-toe boots,
mobile phones and nearby vehicles. Keep a distance of
one or two meters from these objects when taking critical
measurements such as depth and current readings.
This instrument, or family of instruments, will not be
permanently damaged by reasonable electrostatic
discharge and has been tested in accordance with IEC
61000-4-2
. However, in extreme cases temporary
malfunction may occur. If this happens, switch off, wait
and switch on again. If the instrument still malfunctions,
disconnect the batteries for a few seconds.
Safety
WARNING! Failure to comply with safety warnings can
cause serious injury or death
CAUTION!: Failure to comply with safety cautions can
result in damage to equipment or property
This equipment shall be used only by qualified and
trained personnel, and only after fully reading this
Operation Manual.
WARNING! Direct connection to live conductors is
POTENTIALLY LETHAL. Direct connections to live
conductors should be attempted by fully qualified personnel
only using the relevant products that allow connections to
energized lines.
WARNING! The transmitter is capable of outputting
potentially lethal voltages. Take care when applying signals
to any pipe or cable and be sure to notify other technicians
who may be working on the line.
WARNING! Ensure the TX transmitter is switched OFF
before making a connection and before disconnection of the
direct connection lead to a service.
WARNING! Reduce audio level before using
headphones to avoid damaging your hearing.
WARNING! This equipment is NOT approved for use in
areas where hazardous gases may be present.
WARNING! Before removing the transmitter battery
pack, switch off the unit and disconnect all cables.
WARNING! The mains PSU supply cable is the
disconnecting method for isolating the unit from the main
supply.
WARNING! The battery compartment lid is the
disconnecting method for isolating the unit from the battery
supply. The Li-Ion rechargeable battery pack (if fitted) has
an additional connector.
WARNING! Do not position the equipment so it is
difficult to disconnect the unit from each supply.
WARNING! Protection will be impaired if used in a
manner not specified.
WARNING! The RD8200 locator will detect most buried
conductors but there are some objects, including live
objects, which do not radiate any detectable signal. The
RD8200, or any other electromagnetic locator, cannot
detect these objects so proceed with caution. There are also
some live cables which the RD8200 will not be able to detect
in Power mode. The RD8200 does not indicate whether a
signal is from a single cable or from several in close
proximity.
CAUTION: The battery cover, the accessory cover and
the headphone cover protect the
locator’s sockets from
debris and water ingress. If they get damaged or lost,
contact
Radiodetection
or
your
local
service
representative for replacements.
