Product Manual

Conductive locating is done when there is an access point avail-

able for direct connection to the target conductor. This tech-

nique applies maximum signal to the target conductor with mini-

mal signal applied to adjacent conductors.

The 800-HL puts out both a Low– and a High-frequency during

Conductive Locating. Conductors, such as deep high-pres-

sure gas mains, communication cables, and other insulated

continuous pipes and cables, are generally good candidates

for LF locating. Tracer wire and tape which may have breaks,

poor conductors like cast iron with partially insulating couplings

are better candidates for HF locating. Actual field experience

will be your best teacher in learning which frequency is best

suited for a particular application in your area.

Only licensed or authorized persons should make direct

connections. DO NOT HOOK DIRECT TO LIVE POWER

CABLES. Make certain that the owner of the conductor has

authorized direct hook-up for purposes of locating.

Appling Signal to the Conductor

Remove any rust, paint, or other insulating substances from

the point of contact with the conductor.

Position the supplied Ground Spike as far away from and 90°

from the conductor as possible. Try to avoid grounding over an

adjacent conductor. Connect to the Conductor, then to Ground,

then insert the phono plug into the jack, and last, turn the trans-

mitter ON.

CONDUCTIVE LOCATING