OWNER’S MANUAL The Basics of Metal Detecting Your Fast Tracker Metal Detector is a MOTION metal detector; movement over an object is required in order for the machine to detect an object and emit a tone. The Fast Tracker has eliminated the two most difficult aspects of detecting ground balancing and target tuning. Both of these functions are automatic.
TABLE OF CONTENTS Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4 Batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 Fast Demonstration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 Using headphones . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7 Basic Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-8 In the field techniques . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9-10 Troubleshooting . . . .
FAST TRACKER FEATURES Padded Armrest Discriminate Control S-Rod Handle System Detector Stand Comfort Hand-grip Headphone Jack Sensitivity Control Interchangeable Coil System 7" Waterproof Coil 3
EASY ASSEMBLY Assembling your Fast Tracker Metal Detector is easy and requires no tools. Just follow these steps: Searchcoil 1 Using ● the supplied bolt and knurled knob, attach the search coil to the lower stem. Button side 2 Press the button on the upper end ● of the lower stem and slide the lower stem into the upper stem. Adjust the stem to a length that lets you maintain a comfortable upright posture, with your arm relaxed at your side.
BATTERIES Use ALKALINE batteries only. Follow these steps to install the batteries. 1 ● 2 ● Carefully remove the battery compartment door by pressing the release clip on the right side of the door. Snap one battery on to each of the terminals and place the batteries inside the compartment. The battery compartment is a tight fit. Insert batteries with the terminals facing inward. See illustration. 3 Replace the compartment door by first inserting the hinge on ● the side opposite of the release clip.
FAST DEMONSTRATION Here is a quick way to demonstrate the basic features of your FAST TRACKER. Supplies Needed a. A small nail d. A nickel b. A small piece of foil e. A dime c. A quarter f. A penny Position your Fast Tracker Keep the detector away from metal objects. Have a friend hold the detector while you pass the objects over the search coil. Or, hang the detector over the edge of a chair or table, away from walls, floors and other metal objects.
OPERATION The Fast Tracker is a MOTION metal detector; the search coil must be in motion over the targeted object in order for the machine to detect the object and emit a tone. Motion is required in order for the detector to automatically GROUND BALANCE. All soil and sand is different, containing varying amounts of naturally occurring minerals.
OPERATION Select the MODE OF OPERATION The Fast Tracker has two operating modes, ALL METAL and DISCRIMINATION. ALL-METAL To enter the ALL METAL mode, click the right knob (Discriminate) off, 100% counterclockwise. In the full counterclockwise position, you will detect all types of metal. In the ALL METAL mode, your detector will emit only one tone, regardless of the type of metal detected. It will detect low-grade metals like iron (a nail) or aluminum (foil).
IN THE FIELD TECHNIQUES SWEEP TECHNIQUE Sweep the search coil in a slow, consistent, side-to-side motion. The detector’s circuitry is constantly calculating the ground’s mineralization. A steady, consistent coil speed is required for the detector to make an accurate calculation. Keep the search coil about one inch above the ground. Keep the coil even with the ground. Do not raise the coil at the ends of your sweep. WRONG CORRECT TONE RESPONSE Only dig up targets that induce repeatable tones.
IN THE FIELD TECHNIQUES PINPOINTING Accurate pinpointing takes practice and is best accomplished by “X-ing” the suspected target area. 1 ● 2 ● 3 ● 4 ● 5 ● 6 ● Once a buried target is identified by a good tone response, continue sweeping the coil over the target in a narrowing side-to-side pattern. Take visual note of the place on the ground where the “beep” occurs as you move the coil slowly from side to side. Stop the coil directly over this spot on the ground.
CARE AND MAINTENANCE Your Fast Tracker Metal Detector is an example of superior design and craftsmanship. The following suggestions will help you care for your metal detector so that you can enjoy it for years. Handle the metal detector gently and carefully. Dropping it can damage electronic components. Use and store the metal detector only in normal temperature environments. Extreme temperatures can shorten the life of electronic devices and distort or melt plastic parts.
METAL DETECTING APPLICATIONS COIN SHOOTING Searching for coins is the most popular metal detecting application. We receive testimonials every day from BOUNTY HUNTER users finding very old coins — many times from the 1800’s or earlier — in old school yards, parks, and even their own back yards. To adjust your detector for coin shooting, you want to click on the ALL METAL control knob to about the 1:00 position.
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TREASURE HUNTER’S CODE OF ETHICS: • Always check Federal, State, County and local laws before searching. • Respect private property and do not enter private property without the owner’s permission. • Take care to refill all holes to leave no damage. • Remove and dispose of any and all trash and litter found. • Appreciate and protect our inheritance of natural resources, wildlife and private property. • Act as an ambassador for the hobby; use thoughtfulness, consideration and courtesy at all times.
ACCESSORIES Carry Bag Rugged double-stitched construction - CBAG-W Pouch & Digger Combo Pouch with 2 large pockets & 9” heavy duty digging tool. TP-KIT-W Bounty Hunter Stereo Headphones Use with Bounty Hunter metal detectors. Lightweight and adjustable with true stereo sound, adjustable volume, 1/8 jack with 1/4 adaptor, 4’ cable. HEAD-W Pin Pointer Pinpoints the exact location of buried metal objects. Audio signal indicator and vibrator. Runs on 1 – 9-Volt Battery.
