DeWalt DCT418 Instruction Manual
DCT418
12V Max* Hand-Held Radar Scanner
Scanner-radar portable de 12V max*
Escáner radar portátil de 12V Max*
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
GUIDE D'UTILISATION
MANUAL DE INSTRUCCIONES
INSTRUCTIVO DE OPERACIÓN, CENTROS DE SERVICIO Y PÓLIZA DE
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USAR EL PRODUCTO.
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SAVE ALL WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS
FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
Work Area Safety
a) Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or dark areas
invite accidents.
b) Keep children and bystanders away while operating a
hand-held radar scanner. Distractions can cause you to lose
control.
Personal Safety
a) Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common
sense when operating a hand-held radar scanner. Do
not use a hand-held radar scanner while you are tired
or under the influence of drugs, alcohol or medication.
A moment of inattention while operating the hand-held radar
scanner may result in serious personal injury.
b) Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at
all times. This enables better control of the hand-held radar
scanner in unexpected situations.
c) Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry.
Keep your hair, clothing and gloves away from moving
parts. Loose clothes, jewelry or long hair can be caught in
moving parts.
Use and Care
a) Store an idle hand-held radar scanner out of the reach
of children and do not allow persons unfamiliar with the
hand-held radar scanner or these instructions to operate
the hand-held radar scanner. Hand-held radar scanners are
dangerous in the hands of untrained users.
b) Use the hand-held radar scanner, accessories and tool
bits, etc. in accordance with these instructions, taking
into account the working conditions and the work to be
Defi nitions: Safety Guidelines
The definitions below describe the level of severity for each
signal word. Please read the manual and pay attention to these
symbols.
DANGER: Indicates an imminently hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
WARNING: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which,
if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury.
NOTICE: Indicates a practice not related to personal injury
which, if not avoided, may result in property damage.
IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS OR COMMENTS ABOUT THIS OR
ANY D
EWALT TOOL, CALL US TOLL FREE AT: 1-800-4-DEWALT
(1-800-433-9258).
WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, read the instruction
manual.
Important Safety Instructions
• Read these instructions.
• Keep these instructions.
• Heed all warnings.
• Follow all instructions.
• Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
• Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is
required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way,
the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not
operate normally, or has been dropped.
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performed. Use of the hand-held radar scanner for operations
different from those intended could result in a hazardous
situation.
Battery Tool Use and Care
a) Recharge only with the charger specified by DEWA LT. A
charger that is suitable for one type of battery pack may create
a risk of fire when used with another battery pack.
b) When battery pack is not in use, keep it away from other
metal objects like paper clips, coins, keys, nails, screws,
or other small metal objects that can make a connection
from one terminal to another. Shorting the battery terminals
together may cause burns or a fire.
c) Under abusive conditions, liquid may be ejected from
the battery; avoid contact. If contact accidentally occurs,
flush with water. If liquid contacts eyes, additionally seek
medical help. Liquid ejected from the battery may cause
irritation or burns.
Safety Information for Hand-Held Radar
Scanners
WARNING: Do not disassemble or modify the hand-held
radar scanner. There are no serviceable parts inside. If you need
assistance, contact D
EWALT at 1-800-4-DEWALT (1-800-433-9258)
or go to http://www.dewalt.com on the Internet.
• Do not operate the hand-held radar scanner in explosive
atmospheres, such as in the presence of flammable liquids,
gases, or dust. Hand-held radar scanners create sparks which
may ignite the dust or fumes.
• The hand-held radar scanner should only be used with
specifically designated D
EWALT batteries. Use of any other
batteries may create a risk of fire.
• Store the hand-held radar scanner out of reach of children
and other untrained persons. Tools are dangerous in the hands
of untrained users.
• Do not disassemble the hand-held radar scanner. There are
no user serviceable parts inside.
• Do not remove or deface warning labels.
• The hand-held radar scanner must remain in contact with
the wall surface during the entire scan.
• Optimal operation of the hand-held radar scanner is possible
only when the operating instructions are read and followed.
• Do not attach any stickers on name plates to the sensor
area on the back of the hand-held radar scanner. Metal
stickers especially could affect the measurement results.
• Before turning on the hand-held radar scanner, ensure that
its back surface is not moist. If required, wipe with a dry cloth
before scanning.
• Do not expose to extreme temperatures or variations in
temperature. In case of large variations in temperature,
allow the unit to adjust to ambient temperature before
powering on. Extreme and variations in temperature can impair
the display and accuracy of the tool.
• Static electricity may lead to inaccurate detection of
electrical wires.
WARNING: Do not expose hand-held radar scanner or
battery to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire or the like.
WARNING: Modifications not authorized by the manufacturer
may void user's authority to operate this device.
WARNING: The detector alone should not be relied on
exclusively to locate items below the scanned surface. Under
certain circumstances, the scanner may not identify all objects or
the exact location of objects. Use other information sources to help
locate items before penetrating the surface. Such additional sources
include construction plans, visible points of entry of pipes and wiring
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into walls, such as in a basement, and standard 16" (40 cm) and 24"
(60 cm) stud spacing practices.
WARNING: You should always use caution when nailing,
cutting or drilling in ceilings, walls and floors that may contain
wiring or pipes near the surface. Shielded, dead or nonpowered wires will not be detected as live wires. Remember that
studs or joists are normally spaced 16" (40 cm) or 24" (60 cm) apart
and are usually 1-1/2" (38mm) in width. Beware of anything closer
together or a different width. Always turn the power off when working
near electrical wires. Also, shut off gas and water supplies.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury and electric shock,
always turn off power when working near electrical wires. Metal
shielded wires or those in metal conduit will not be detected. Use
extreme caution in these circumstances or whenever live AC wiring
is present. Test the functionality of the AC, detect on a well known
power supply prior to measurement.
WARNING: Live wires deeper than 2" (50.8 mm) from the
surface, in plastic conduit, behind plywood sheer wall or
metallic wall coverings, cables operating at DC current or wires
used in telecommunications and computer systems may not be
detected. Wires that are not live may be detected as metal objects.
WARNING: Do not use the tool to detect AC voltage in
un-insulated, exposed or free wires. Do not use as a substitute
for a volt meter.
WARNING: Detection values can be impaired through certain
ambient conditions. These include the proximity of other equipment
that produce strong magnetic or electromagnetic fields, moisture,
metallic building materials, foil laminated insulation materials or
conductive wall paper or tiles. Use of transmitting systems such as
WLAN, UMTS, radar, transmitting masts or microwaves can influence
the measurements.
CAUTION: Do not use on humans or animals. This is not for
human or animal use and can cause injury if used.
CAUTION: When not in use, place hand-held radar scanner
on its side on a stable surface where it will not cause a tripping
or falling hazard. Some tools with large battery packs will stand
upright on the battery pack but may be easily knocked over.
• The label on your tool may include the following symbols. The
symbols and their definitions are as follows:
V ................... volts A ......................amperes
Hz ................. hertz W .....................watts
min ............... minutes
or AC .......... alternating
or DC ... direct current current
.................Class I Construction or AC/DC ...alternating
.....................
(grounded) ........................or direct
................. Class II Construction current
(double insulated) no ....................no load
…/min ..........per minute speed
BPM .............beats per minute
n ......................rated
IPM ............... impacts per minute
........................speed
RPM ............. revolutions per
.....................earthing
minute terminal
sfpm .............surface feet
.....................safety alert
..................... per minute symbol
SPM .............strokes per minute
Detection through Special Surface
Conditions
WALLPAPER
The hand-held radar scanner will function normally on walls covered
with wallpaper or fabric, unless the materials are metallic foil, contain
metallic fibers or are still wet after application.
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against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment
generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not
installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause
harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no
guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If
this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television
reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and
on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or
more of the following measures:
– Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
– Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
– Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from
that to which the receiver is connected.
– Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Important Safety Instructions for All
Battery Packs
When ordering replacement battery packs, be sure to include catalog
number and voltage. Consult the chart at the end of this manual for
compatibility of chargers and battery packs.
The battery pack is not fully charged out of the carton. Before using
the battery pack and charger, read the safety instructions below, then
follow charging procedures outlined.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS
• Do not charge or use battery in explosive atmospheres,
such as in the presence of flammable liquids, gases or dust.
Inserting or removing the battery from the charger may ignite the
dust or fumes.
• NEVER force battery pack into charger. DO NOT modify
battery pack in any way to fit into a non-compatible charger
as battery pack may rupture causing serious personal injury.
PLASTER AND LATH
Due to the uneven thickness of plaster, it may be difficult to locate
studs. It may be easier to identify the metal nail heads in the studs. If
the plaster is reinforced with wire mesh, the hand-held radar scanner
will not be able to reliably detect objects behind it.
TEXTURED OR ACOUSTICAL WALLS AND CEILINGS
When scanning a wall or ceiling with an uneven surface, place thin
cardboard on the surface and scan over the cardboard.
WOOD FLOORING, WOOD SUB-FLOORING AND DRYWALL
OVER PLYWOOD
Due to the thickness of these materials, it may be difficult to detect a
wood stud or joist. It may be easier to detect the metal nails that hold
the materials to the stud or joist.
CARPETING
The hand-held radar scanner cannot detect studs or joists through
carpeting. It may be easier to detect the metal nails that hold the
materials to the stud or joist.
NOTE: Sensing depth and accuracy can vary due to moisture,
content of the materials, wall texture and paint.
Regulatory Notices
• This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
• This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is
subject to the following two conditions:
1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and
2. This device must accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation.
NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with
the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC
Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection
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Consult the chart at the end of this manual for compatibility of
batteries and chargers.
• Charge the battery packs only in D
EWALT chargers.
• DO NOT splash or immerse in water or other liquids.
• Do not store or use the tool and battery pack in locations
where the temperature may reach or exceed 105 °F (40 ˚C)
(such as outside sheds or metal buildings in summer).
WARNING: Fire hazard. Never attempt to open the battery pack
for any reason. If battery pack case is cracked or damaged, do not
insert into charger. Do not crush, drop or damage battery pack. Do
not use a battery pack or charger that has received a sharp blow,
been dropped, run over or damaged in any way (i.e., pierced with a
nail, hit with a hammer, stepped on). Damaged battery packs should
be returned to service for recycling.
WARNING: Fire hazard. Do not store or carry battery so
that metal objects can contact exposed battery terminals.
For example, do not place battery in aprons, pockets, tool boxes,
product kit boxes, drawers, etc., with loose nails, screws, keys, etc.
Transporting batteries can possibly cause fires if the battery
terminals inadvertently come in contact with conductive
materials such as keys, coins, hand tools and the like. The US
Department of Transportation Hazardous Material Regulations (HMR)
actually prohibit transporting batteries in commerce or on airplanes
(i.e., packed in suitcases and carry-on luggage) UNLESS they are
properly protected from short circuits. So when transporting individual
batteries, make sure that the battery terminals are protected and well
insulated from materials that could contact them and cause a short
circuit.
SPECIFIC SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR LITHIUM ION (Li-Ion)
• Do not incinerate the battery pack even if it is severely
damaged or is completely worn out. The battery pack can
explode in a fire. Toxic fumes and materials are created when
lithium ion battery packs are burned.
• If battery contents come into contact with the skin,
immediately wash area with mild soap and water. If battery
liquid gets into the eye, rinse water over the open eye for 15
minutes or until irritation ceases. If medical attention is needed,
the battery electrolyte is composed of a mixture of liquid organic
carbonates and lithium salts.
• Contents of opened battery cells may cause respiratory
irritation. Provide fresh air. If symptoms persists, seek medical
attention.
WARNING: Burn hazard. Battery liquid may be flammable if
exposed to spark or flame.
The RBRC™ Seal
The RBRC™ (Rechargeable Battery Recycling
Corp oration) Seal on the nickel cadmium, nickel metal
hydride or lithium ion batteries (or battery packs) indicate
that the costs to recycle these batteries (or battery
packs) at the end of their useful life have already been paid by D
EWALT.
In some areas, it is illegal to place spent nickel cadmium, nickel metal
hydride or lithium ion batteries in the trash or municipal solid waste
stream and the RBRC program provides an environmentally conscious
alternative.
RBRC™ in cooperation with D
EWALT and other battery users, has
established programs in the United States and Canada to facilitate
the collection of spent nickel cadmium, nickel metal hydride or lithium
ion batteries. Help protect our environment and conserve natural
resources by returning the spent nickel cadmium, nickel metal hydride
or lithium ion batteries to an authorized D
EWALT service center or
to your local retailer for recycling. You may also contact your local
recycling center for information on where to drop off the spent battery.
RBRC™ is a registered trademark of the Rechargeable Battery
Recycling Corporation.
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Important Safety Instructions for All
Battery Chargers
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS: This manual contains important
safety and operating instruc tions for battery chargers.
• Before using charger, read all instructions and cautionary markings
on charger, battery pack, and product using battery pack.
WARNING: Shock hazard. Do not allow any liquid to get inside
charger. Electric shock may result.
CAUTION: Burn hazard. To reduce the risk of injury, charge only
D
EWALT rechargeable batteries. Other types of batteries may burst
causing personal injury and damage.
NOTICE: Under certain conditions, with the charger plugged in to the
power supply, the charger can be shorted by foreign material. Foreign
materials of a conductive nature such as, but not limited to, grinding
dust, metal chips, steel wool, aluminum foil, or any buildup of metallic
particles should be kept away from charger cavities. Always unplug the
charger from the power supply when there is no battery pack in the
cavity. Unplug charger before attempting to clean.
• DO NOT attempt to charge the battery pack with any
chargers other than the ones in this manual. The charger and
battery pack are specifically designed to work together.
• These chargers are not intended for any uses other than
charging D
EWALT rechargeable batteries. Any other uses may
result in risk of fire, electric shock or electrocution.
• Do not expose charger to rain or snow.
• Pull by plug rather than cord when disconnecting charger.
This will reduce risk of damage to electric plug and cord.
• Make sure that cord is located so that it will not be stepped
on, tripped over, or otherwise subjected to damage or
stress.
• Do not use an extension cord unless it is absolutely
necessary. Use of improper extension cord could result in risk of
fire, electric shock, or electrocution.
• When operating a charger outdoors, use an extension cord
suitable for outdoor use. Use of a cord suitable for outdoor use
reduces the risk of electric shock.
• An extension cord must have adequate wire size (AWG
or American Wire Gauge) for safety. The smaller the gauge
number of the wire, the greater the capacity of the cable, that is
16 gauge has more capacity than 18 gauge. An undersized cord
will cause a drop in line voltage resulting in loss of power and
overheating. When using more than one extension to make up the
total length, be sure each individual extension contains at least the
minimum wire size. The following table shows the correct size to
use depending on cord length and nameplate ampere rating. If in
doubt, use the next heavier gauge. The smaller the gauge number,
the heavier the cord.
Minimum Gauge for Cord Sets
Ampere Rating
Volts Total Length of Cord in Feet (meters)
120V 25 (7.6) 50 (15.2) 100 (30.5) 150 (45.7)
240V 50 (15.2) 100 (30.5) 200 (61.0) 300 (91.4)
More
Than
Not More
Than
AWG
0 6 18 16 16 14
610 18 16 14 12
10 12 16 16 14 12
12 16 14 12 Not Recommended
• Do not place any object on top of charger or place the
charger on a soft surface that might block the ventilation
slots and result in excessive internal heat. Place the charger
in a position away from any heat source. The charger is ventilated
through slots in the top and the bottom of the housing.
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• Do not operate charger with damaged cord or plug.
• Do not operate charger if it has received a sharp blow, been
dropped, or otherwise damaged in any way. Take it to an
authorized service center.
• Do not disassemble charger; take it to an authorized service
center when service or repair is required. Incorrect reassembly
may result in a risk of electric shock, electrocution or fire.
• Disconnect the charger from the outlet before attempting
any cleaning. This will reduce the risk of electric shock.
Removing the battery pack will not reduce this risk.
• NEVER attempt to connect two chargers together.
• The charger is designed to operate on standard 120V
household electrical power. Do not attempt to use it on any
other voltage. This does not apply to the vehicular charger.
Chargers
Your tool uses a DEWALT charger. Be sure to read all safety instructions
before using your charger. Consult the chart on the back cover of this
manual for compatibility of chargers and battery packs.
FIG. 1
A
Charging Procedure (Fig. 1)
1. Plug the charger into an appropriate outlet before inserting battery
pack.
2. Insert the battery pack (A) into the charger, as shown in Figure 1,
making sure the pack is fully seated in charger. The red (charging)
light will blink continuously indicating that the charging process
has started.
3. The completion of charge will be indicated by the red light
remaining ON continuously. The pack is fully charged and may be
used at this time or left in the charger.
Charge Indicators
Some chargers are designed to detect certain problems that can arise
with battery packs. Problems are indicated by the red light flashing at
a fast rate. If this occurs, re-insert battery pack into the charger. If the
problem persists, try a different battery pack to determine if the charger
is OK. If the new pack charges correctly, then the original pack is
defective and should be returned to a service center or other collection
site for recycling. If the new battery pack elicits the same trouble
indication as the original, have the charger tested at an authorized
service center.
HOT/COLD PACK DELAY
Some chargers have a Hot/Cold Pack Delay feature: when the charger
detects a battery that is hot, it automatically starts a Hot Pack Delay,
suspending charging until the battery has cooled. After the battery
has cooled, the charger automatically switches to the Pack Charging
mode. This feature ensures maximum battery life. The red light flashes
long, then short while in the Hot/Cold Pack Delay mode.
LEAVING THE BATTERY PACK IN THE CHARGER
The charger and battery pack can be left connected with the charge
indicator showing Pack Charged.
WEAK BATTERY PACKS: Weak batteries will continue to function
but should not be expected to perform as much work.
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FAULTY BATTERY PACKS: This charger will not charge a faulty
battery pack. The charger will indicate faulty battery pack by refusing
to light or by displaying problem pack or charger.
NOTE: This could also mean a problem with a charger.
Important Charging Notes
1. Longest life and best performance can be obtained if the battery
pack is charged when the air temperature is between 65 °F and
75 °F (18–24 °C). DO NOT charge the battery pack in an air
temperature below +40 °F (+4.5 °C), or above +105 °F (+40.5 °C).
This is important and will prevent serious damage to the battery
pack.
2. The charger and battery pack may become warm to touch while
charging. This is a normal condition, and does not indicate a
problem. To facilitate the cooling of the battery pack after use,
avoid placing the charger or battery pack in a warm environment
such as in a metal shed, or an uninsulated trailer.
3. If the battery pack does not charge properly:
a. Check operation of receptacle by plugging in a lamp or other
appliance;
b. Check to see if receptacle is connected to a light switch which
turns power off when you turn out the lights;
c. Move charger and battery pack to a location where the
surrounding air temperature is approximately 65 °F–75 °F
(18–24 °C);
d. If charging problems persist, take the tool, battery pack and
charger to your local service center.
4. The battery pack should be recharged when it fails to produce
sufficient power on jobs which were easily done previously. DO
NOT CONTINUE to use under these conditions. Follow the
charging procedure. You may also charge a partially used pack
whenever you desire with no adverse affect on the battery pack.
5. Foreign materials of a conductive nature such as, but not limited
to, grinding dust, metal chips, steel wool, aluminum foil, or any
buildup of metallic particles should be kept away from charger
cavities. Always unplug the charger from the power supply when
there is no battery pack in the cavity. Unplug charger before
attempting to clean.
6. Do not freeze or immerse charger in water or any other liquid.
WARNING: Shock hazard. Don’t allow any liquid to get inside
charger. Electric shock may result.
CAUTION: Never attempt to open the battery pack for any reason.
If the plastic housing of the battery pack breaks or cracks, return to
a service center for recycling.
Storage Recommendations
1. The best storage place is one that is cool and dry away from direct
sunlight and excess heat or cold.
2. For long storage, it is recommended to store a fully charged
battery pack in a cool dry place out of the charger for optimal
results.
NOTE: Battery packs should not be stored completely depleted of
charge. The battery pack will need to be recharged before use.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
FOR FUTURE USE
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COMPONENTS (Fig. 2)
WARNING: Never modify the hand-held radar scanner or any part
of it. Damage or personal injury could result.
A. 12V Max* Lithium-ion battery pack
B. Handle
C. Wheels
D. Sensor area
E. Center alignment line
F. Display
G.
Power on/off button
H.
Left/up arrow button
I.
OK button
J.
Right/down arrow button
K.
Main menu button
INTENDED USE
The hand-held radar scanner is designed to help locate objects behind
a wall surface. It can be used on surfaces including drywall, plywood,
OSB, ceramic tile, marble and concrete.
Items detected include wood studs, ferrous metal, non-ferrous metal,
live electric wires and PVC pipes.
The hand-held radar scanner is intended for indoor use only.
Please read the entire manual before using the hand-held radar
scanner.
The hand-held radar scanner is a professional tool. DO NOT let
children come into contact with the tool. Supervision is required when
inexperienced operators use this tool.
FIG. 2
B
A
C
D
F
E
K
H
I
G
J
N
Belt Hook (Fig.3)
(Optional Accessory)
WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious
M
L
FIG. 3
personal injury, DO NOT suspend tool
overhead or suspend objects from the belt
hook. ONLY hang tool’s belt hook from a work
belt.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious
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personal injury, ensure the screw (L) holding the belt hook is
secure.
IMPORTANT: When attaching or removing the belt hook, use only the
screw (L) that is provided.
The belt hook (M) can be attached to either side of the tool using only
the screw (L) provided, to accommodate left- or right-handed users. If
the hook is not desired at all, it can be removed from the tool.
To move the belt hook, remove the screw (L) that holds the belt hook
in place, then reassemble on the opposite side.
OPERATION
Installing and Removing the Battery Pack
(Fig.4)
NOTE: Make sure your battery pack is fully charged.
N
FIG. 4
A
To install the battery pack (A) into the tool handle, align the battery
with the rails inside the tool’s handle and slide it into the handle until
the battery pack is firmly seated in the tool and ensure that it does not
disengage.
To remove the battery pack from the tool, press the release button (N)
and firmly pull the battery pack out of the tool handle. Insert it into the
charger as described in the charger section of this manual.
Getting Started
POWER ON/OFF
1. To turn on the hand-held radar scanner, press the power on/off
button (G) and hold for 0.5 seconds. Ensure that the unit is at least
6" away from the wall when powering on.
2. To turn off the hand-held radar scanner, press the power on/off
button (G) and hold for 2 seconds.
The hand-held radar scanner will also power off automatically after
15minutes of inactivity.
INITIAL SETUP
Press the power button (G) to turn on the hand-held radar scanner.
The first time the hand-held radar scanner is powered on, it will prompt
to select a language.
1. Press the right/down arrow button (J) or left/up arrow button (H) to
highlight English, Spanish or French.
2. Press the OK button (I) to confirm selection.
BASIC OPERATION
The hand-held radar scanner identifies objects behind a wall surface
in two steps.
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During the first pass over the wall surface, the pre-scan data mapping
occurs. The hand-held radar scanner will automatically sense and
calibrate for all objects below the wall surface. When the direction of
scan is reversed, the hand-held radar scanner will display the objects
identified.
Step 1. Place unit on wall.
Pre-Scan Mapping: Move in a
straight line across wall surface.
Step 2. Display Scanned
Objects: Reverse scan direction
to display identified objects.
The hand-held radar scanner can analyze between a 1foot to 9.8foot
(0.3m to 3 m) section of wall.
The pre-scan data mapping process can begin in any direction.
The hand-held radar scanner will automatically change to displaying
objects when the initial scan direction is reversed.
The hand-held radar scanner can be used either horizontally or
vertically.
SCANNING PROCESS
1. The screen below will indicate that the hand-held radar scanner is
ready to start a new scan.
2. Place the hand-held radar scanner on the wall to start a new scan.
3. Move the hand-held radar scanner along the wall surface in a
straight line. The screen below will appear indicating the pre-scan
data mapping is in process.
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4. The hand-held radar scanner has a scannable range of 9.8feet
(3meters) of wall section. The yellow memory bar will fill, indicating
how much of the available range is used. As the distance limit is
approached, the memory bar will turn red.
5. Reverse scanning direction to read the mapped data. The main
viewing screen below will appear.
Ensure that the wheels are in contact with the wall surface during the
entire pre-scan data mapping and scanning passes.
MAIN VIEWING SCREEN
The main viewing screen contains several sections of information.
P
Q
R
O
S
O. Main Scanning Window
P. Confidence Meter
Q. Material Identification Window
R. Battery Fuel Gauge
S. Tracking Bar
Main Scanning Window
The main scanning window (O) will give a graphical representation of
the item identified below the wall surface.
Items identified include wood, ferrous metal, non-ferrous metal, plastic
and live electric wires.
Wood Live Electric Ferrous Metal
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– Do not touch the surface being scanned with your other hand or
any other part of the body as it interferes with scanning.
– Review Detection through Special Surface Conditions
section of the manual.
Material Identification Window
The material identification window (Q) will give further detail of the item
identified below the wall surface. Multiple items could be displayed if
they are all directly below the hand-held radar scanner's position.
Items identified include:
Wood Metal (Ferrous) Metal (Non-Ferrous)
Plastic Live Electric
NOTE: When the hand-held radar scanner is directly over a live wire,
the live electric graphic will appear in the main scanning window (O)
and the live electric icon will blink in the material identification window
(Q).
When the hand-held radar scanner is near, but not directly over a live
wire, the live electric icon will blink in the material identification window
(Q). This indicates that there is live electric in the vicinity of the handheld radar scanner.
Non-Ferrous Metal Plastic / PVC
Arrow indicators will appear to guide to the center of an object. Once
the object center is detected, a center line icon will appear. The
alignment lines (Fig. 2, E) on top of the hand-held radar scanner can
then be used to guide marking the wall.
Confidence Meter
The confidence meter (P) gives a relative indication of signal strength.
A fully lit confidence meter indicates a strong data signal and high
confidence of the material identified below the surface.
A partially lit confidence meter indicates a weaker signal and less
confidence of the material identified below the wall.
To improve the signal strength, follow these tips:
– Scan in a straight line, either horizontal or vertical.
– Scan uniformly without lifting from the surface of the wall.
– Always scan SLOWLY to achieve maximum sensitivity.
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Battery Fuel Gauge
The display on the hand-held radar scanner includes a
battery fuel gauge (R) which consists of four yellow
segments that indicate the level of charge remaining in the
12V Max* battery pack. When the level of charge in the
battery is below the usable limit, the last segment of the
battery fuel gauge will turn red to indicate that the battery
will need to be recharged.
NOTE: The battery fuel gauge is only an indication of the charge left
on the battery pack. It does not indicate product functionality and is
subject to variation based on product components, temperature and
end-user application.
Tracking Bar
The tracking bar (S) at the bottom of the main viewing screen gives a
macro overview of the number of objects located during the pre-scan
data mapping process.
The current position of the hand-held radar scanner is indicated by the
brackets and shaded area.
The tracking bar can be helpful in indicating which way to move the
hand-held radar scanner to identify additional objects behind the wall
surface.
Error Messages
SCANNING TOO FAST
If the scanning speed exceeds the maximum processing speed of the
hand-held radar scanner, the below error message will appear:
Remove the hand-held radar scanner from the wall.
When the "Begin Scanning" screen appears on the display, place the
hand-held radar scanner on the wall to restart the scan.
SCANNING TOO SLOW
If the scanning speed is below the minimum processing speed of the
hand-held radar scanner, the following error message will appear:
Remove the hand-held radar scanner from the wall.
When the "Begin Scanning" screen appears on the display, place the
hand-held radar scanner on the wall to restart the scan.
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BATTERY LOW
If the 12V Max* battery pack is about to run out of charge, the
following error message will appear:
Replace or recharge the 12V Max* battery pack.
LOST CONTACT WITH THE WALL SURFACE
If the hand-held radar scanner loses contact with the wall surface, the
following error message will appear:
Remove the hand-held radar scanner from the wall.
When the "Begin Scanning" screen appears on the display, place the
hand-held radar scanner on the wall to restart the scan.
MAXIMUM DISTANCE EXCEEDED
The hand-held radar scanner has a maximum scanning range of
9.8 feet (3 meters). If the distance scanned exceeds the maximum
distance, the following error message will appear:
Remove the hand-held radar scanner from the wall.
When the "Begin Scanning" screen appears on the display, place the
hand-held radar scanner on the wall to restart the scan.
Menu Options
Press the menu button (K) to view the menu options.
NOTE: At any time, the menu button may be pressed to navigate up
one level.
1. Press the right/down arrow button (J) or left/up arrow button (H) to
highlight the menu option.
2. Press the OK button (I) to confirm selection.
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LANGUAGE SELECTION
1. Press the right/down arrow button (J) or left/up arrow button (H) to
highlight English, French or Spanish.
2. Press OK (I) to confirm selection.
VIEW TUTORIAL
The hand-held radar scanner includes a tutorial with tips for best
practices.
After completion of the tutorial, the hand-held radar scanner will return
to the main menu.
DISPLAY VERSION
The hand-held radar scanner will display the product software version.
Press the OK button (I) to exit.
RESET FACTORY DEFAULTS
NOTICE: Changing to default setup will erase current settings and
restore factory settings.
1. Press the right/down arrow button (J) or left/up arrow button (H) to
highlight YES or NO.
2. Press the OK button (I) to confirm selection.
3. If YES is selected, the hand-held radar scanner will ask for a
second confirmation to restore factory defaults. Press the right/
down arrow button (J) or left/up arrow button (H) to highlight YES
or NO.
4. Press the OK button (I) to confirm selection.
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Operating Tips
• Use only DEWALT 12V Max* lithium-ion battery.
• Ensure the D
EWALT battery is in good working condition. If the
battery fuel gauge (R) on the main viewing screen has only one red
segment lit, the battery needs to be recharged.
• Scan in a straight line, either horizontal or vertical.
• Scan uniformly without lifting from the surface of the wall.
• Always scan SLOWLY to achieve maximum sensitivity.
• Do not touch the surface being scanned with your other hand or
any other part of the body as it could interfere with scanning.
• Refer to construction plans, visible exits of wires and pipes and
construction techniques. Studs are normally spaced either 16"
(40cm) or 24" (60 cm) apart and are 1-1/2" (38mm) wide. Doors
and windows are often constructed with studs and headers which
are closer together.
• Avoid scanning through materials which have inconsistent density
such as carpet with padding, excessively thick plaster and lath,
freshly painted walls or metallic wall coverings.
• Avoid wearing jewelry such as rings or watches. The metal may
cause inaccurate detection.
• Protect against moisture and direct sunlight.
• Do not place stickers, decals, paint or name plates, especially
metal ones, on the sensor area of the back of the tool.
MAINTENANCE
Cleaning
WARNING: Blow dirt and dust off with clean, dry air at least once
a week. To minimize the risk of eye injury, always wear ANSI Z87.1
approved eye protection when performing this.
WARNING: Never use solvents or other harsh chemicals for
cleaning the non-metallic parts of the tool. These chemicals may
weaken the plastic materials used in these parts. Use a cloth
dampened only with water and mild soap. Never let any liquid get
inside the tool; never immerse any part of the tool into a liquid.
CHARGER CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING: Shock hazard. Disconnect the charger from the AC
outlet before cleaning. Dirt and grease may be removed from the
exterior of the charger using a cloth or soft non-metallic brush. Do
not use water or any cleaning solutions.
Troubleshooting
SITUATION PROBABLE CAUSE SOLUTION
Unit does not turn on • No power to unit • Make sure 12V Max*
battery pack is fully
charged
• Fully seat the 12V
Max* battery pack in
the handle
Unit does not display
objects; says "PreScan Data Mapping"
• Unit is in process of
mapping scanned
area
• See section of manual
on pre-scan data
mapping
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SITUATION PROBABLE CAUSE SOLUTION
No materials
detected or difficulty
in detecting objects
• Too narrow of area
mapped
• Difficulty in scanning
below special wall
condition
• Re-map larger area
• Scan slowly
• Scan in a straight line
• Review special wall
conditions section of
the manual
• Scan in both the
horizontal and vertical
directions
• Ensure that the unit
is at least 6" away
from the wall when
powering on.
Difficulty in detection
of metal
• Metal items too
deep
• Scan in both
horizontal and vertical
straight lines. Metal
sensitivity is increased
when the metal object
is parallel to the
sensor.
Seemingly false
metal detection
• Metal items such
as jewelry are too
close to sensor
area
• Remove jewelry &
re-scan
Difficulty in scanning
near door or
windows
• Double or triple
studs are common
around doors and
windows
• Detect outer edge
instead
SITUATION PROBABLE CAUSE SOLUTION
Area of voltage
detected is larger
than anticipated
• Static charge may
be present on the
wall surface
• Scan a smaller area
• Turn off the electrical
circuit and identify
metal wire instead
• Place your free hand
on the wall to drain
static
Electrical voltage
not detected in area
where it was thought
to be
• Wires are shielded
by metal conduit
• Wires are deeper
than 3 inches
• Wires are not live
• Cannot scan
below special wall
condition
• Review identified
metal in scanning
window to determine
metal conduit
• Plug an item into a
wall outlet to verify live
circuit
• Review special wall
conditions section of
manual
Low confidence
meter reading
• Scanning in a nonstraight line
• Scanning too fast
• Difficulty scanning
below special wall
condition
• Scan slowly
• Scan in a straight line
• Review special wall
conditions section of
the manual
Received error
message: Too fast
• Scanning too fast • Scan slowly
Received error
message: Lost
surface contact
• Hand-held radar
scanner lifted off
wall surface
• Re-map area and
repeat scanning
Cannot get a center
line to appear
• Wall is thick or
dense
• Review special wall
conditions section of
manual
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SITUATION PROBABLE CAUSE SOLUTION
Screen freezes or
won't turn on
• Software lockup • Insert a small object
(i.e., paper clip end)
into the reset button.
The reset button is
located on the back
surface, under the
label. There is a circle
on the label indicating
the reset location.
Accessories
WARNING: Since accessories, other than those offered by
D
EWALT, have not been tested with this product, use of such
accessories with this tool could be hazardous. To reduce the risk of
injury, only D
EWALT recommended accessories should be used with
this product.
Recommended accessories for use with your tool are available at
extra cost from your local dealer or authorized service center. If you
need assistance in locating any accessory, please contact D
EWALT
Industrial Tool Co., 701 East Joppa Road, Baltimore, MD 21286, call
1-800-4-D
EWALT (1-800-433-9258) or visit our website: www.dewalt.
com.
RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES
Please contact D
EWALT Industrial Tool Co., 701 East Joppa Road,
Baltimore, MD 21286, call 1-800-4-D
EWALT (1-800-433-9258) or visit
our website www.dewalt.com.
Repairs
The charger, battery pack and hand-held radar scanner are not
serviceable. There are no serviceable parts inside the charger, battery
pack or hand-held radar scanner.
To assure product SAFETY and RELIABILITY, repairs, maintenance and
adjustment (including brush inspection and replacement) should be
performed by a D
EWALT factory service center, a DEWALT authorized
service center or other qualified service personnel. Always use
identical replacement parts.
SPECIFICATIONS
Power Source DEWALT 12V Max* Lithium-ion
battery
Run-Time Approximately 4 hours
Battery Charge Indicator Yes
Temperature Range (Operating) 23°F to 113°F (-5°C to 45°C)
Temperature Range (Storage) -25°F to 122°F (-32°C to 50°C)
Scans Through Drywall, plywood, OSB,
ceramic tile, marble and
concrete
Detects Objects Wood studs, ferrous metal,
non ferrous metal, PVC and live
electric lines
Maximum Wood Stud Sensing Depth 1-1/2 inches
Maximum Non-Ferrous Metal Sensing Depth 3 inches
Maximum Ferrous Metal Sensing Depth 3 inches
Maximum PVC Pipe Sensing Depth 3 inches
Maximum Live Electric Wire Sensing Depth 3 inches
Position Accuracy 1/2 inch
Display Type 3.5 inch Color LCD
Display Resolution 320x240 pixels
Language Selection English, Spanish, French
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or workmanship for three years from the date of purchase. This
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For further detail of warranty coverage and warranty repair information,
visit www.dewalt.com or call 1-800-4-D
EWALT (1-800-433-9258).
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EWALT will maintain the tool and replace worn parts caused by
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