3M 2210E User Manual

Dynatel™ 2210E
Cable Locator

Operators Manual

September 1999
78-8097-6519-7-Revision B

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Introduction ............................................................................... 2

Installing or Replacing the Batteries ........................................ 2

Initial Receiver Configuration .................................................. 3

Receiver Battery Test ................................................................ 3

Transmitter Battery Test ........................................................... 4

Locating a Buried Cable ........................................................... 4

Transmitter Setup ................................................................ 4

Direct Connect Method ...................................................... 5

Dyna-Coupler Method ........................................................ 6

Induction Method ................................................................ 7

Receiver Setup .................................................................... 8

About Trace Modes ............................................................. 9

Selecting Passive Power Frequencies................................. 9

Determining Cable Depth and Current .............................. 10

Locating an Active Duct Probe (ADP) ..................................... 10

Determining ADP Depth .................................................... 10

Locating EMS Markers ............................................................. 11

Cable or Pair Identification ....................................................... 12

Transmitter Setup ................................................................ 12

Receiver Setup .................................................................... 12

Pair Identification Receiver Setup ............................................ 13

Optional Accessories ................................................................. 13

Technical Information ............................................................... 14

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INTRODUCTION

The 3M™ Dynatel™ 2210E Cable Locator consists of a Transmitter and a
Receiver for locating buried cables or Active Duct Probes (sondes). It also
can be used to identify cables or pairs using a Dyna-Coupler plugged into
the Receiver jack. The Transmitter provides two frequencies to
accommodate varying factors such as distance, cable type, or soil
conditions. The Receiver detects 50 or 60 Hz AC Power signals and low
frequency (LF) radio signals re-radiated form local broadcast transmitters.
It also measures the signal current in a cable and displays its magnitude.
The depth of buried cables or sondes may also be displayed.

Note: For more detailed locating instructions and advanced locating
techniques, ask your 3M sales representative for a free publication called
Cable and Pipe Locating Techniques.

INSTALLING OR REPLACING THE BATTERIES

6 LR14

cells

6 LR6

cells

Do not connect batteries improperly, charge or dispose of in fire.

CAUTION!

Batteries may leak or explode and cause personal injury. Always
remove batteries when storing the units.

Battery Disposal: Since regulations vary, consult applicable regulations
or authorities before disposal.

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INITIAL RECEIVER CONFIGURATION

Display depth units (inches, feet and inches, or centimeters) may be
changed while holding

and pressing .

For each press, one of
three units will display. To change the passive Power frequency, press and
hold

then press to toggle between 50 or 60 Hz as displayed in

the lower left corner of the display.

RECEIVER BATTERY TEST

Battery Test

Indicator

Battery Level

Mark

To test the batteries, turn the Receiver on by pressing and holding .
The bar graph should extend to the right of the battery level mark,
otherwise replace the batteries.

Note: When batteries are low, the battery test indicator

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will flash.

TRANSMITTER BATTERY TEST

To test the Batteries, hold down and listen to the tone (solid
tone=good; beeping tone=low; no tone=replace batteries).

Note: The battery test indicates battery condition for normal output
levels. If the unit resets when the high output level is selected, use the
normal output level or replace the batteries.

LOCATING A BURIED CABLE

Transmitter Setup

Note: Key descriptions can be found inside the Transmitter lid.

Perform a battery test and then connect the Transmitter using one of the
three methods below to put tracing signal on a cable.

DANGER!

Check for stray voltage before attaching Transmitter. Voltage greater
than 240 volts will damage equipment and cause personal injury and
death. Follow standard procedures for reducing the voltage.

WARNING!

Potential for electrical shock exists when handling connecting cables
while the Transmitter is in the TRACE, FAULT or TONE modes.
Turn the Transmitter off before handling connecting cables.

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