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Table of Contents
Recording Form for Machine Serial Number..............................................................................................................1
Safety Symbols..............................................................................................................................................................2
General Safety Information
Work Area Safety........................................................................................................................................................2
Electrical Safety ..........................................................................................................................................................2
Personal Safety ..........................................................................................................................................................2
Equipment Use and Care............................................................................................................................................2
Service........................................................................................................................................................................3
Specific Safety Information..........................................................................................................................................3
SeeSnake microReel Inspection System Product Safety ..........................................................................................3
Description, Specifications And Standard Equipment
Description..................................................................................................................................................................4
Specifications..............................................................................................................................................................4
Standard Equipment ..................................................................................................................................................4
Icon Legend ...................................................................................................................................................................4
microReel System Components ..................................................................................................................................5
Assembly
Camera Head Routing ................................................................................................................................................5
Opening The Case......................................................................................................................................................6
Installing System Cable ..............................................................................................................................................7
Reversing/Installing The Display Cradle (microEXPLORER Camera Monitor) ..........................................................7
Connecting microEXPLORER Camera Monitor to microReel System ......................................................................8
microReel System Ball Guides ..................................................................................................................................8
Installing Ball Guides ..................................................................................................................................................8
Pre-Operation Inspection ............................................................................................................................................8
Work Area And Equipment Set Up ..............................................................................................................................9
Setting Up The microReel System..............................................................................................................................9
CountPlus Settings ..................................................................................................................................................10
Operating Instructions................................................................................................................................................11
Performing An Inspection..........................................................................................................................................11
Using The CountPlus Counter Option ......................................................................................................................12
Locating The microReel System Sonde....................................................................................................................14
Retrieving The Camera ............................................................................................................................................14
Cleaning Instructions..................................................................................................................................................15
Accessories ................................................................................................................................................................15
Transport And Storage ..............................................................................................................................................16
Service and Repair......................................................................................................................................................16
Disposal ......................................................................................................................................................................16
Troubleshooting..........................................................................................................................................................16
Lifetime Warranty ........................................................................................................................................Back Cover
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General Safety Rules
WARNING
Read all safety warnings and instructions. Failure to follow
the warnings and instructions may result in electric shock,
fire and/or serious injury.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!
Work Area
• Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or dark
areas invite accidents.
• Do not operate equipment in explosive atmo-
spheres, such as in the presence of flammable
liquids, gases, or dust. Equipment can create sparks
which may ignite the dust or fumes.
• Keep children and by-standers away while oper-
ating equipment. Distractions can cause you to lose
control.
Electrical Safety
• Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded surfaces such as pipes, radiators, ranges and refrigerators. There is an increased risk of electrical shock
if your body is earthed or grounded.
• Do not expose equipment to rain or wet condi-
tions. Water entering equipment will increase the risk
of electrical shock.
• Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for
carrying, pulling or unplugging the equipment.
Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges or
moving parts. Damaged or entangled cords increase
the risk of electric shock.
• If operating equipment in a damp location is un-
avoidable, use a ground fault circuit interrupter
(GFCI) protected supply. Use of a GFCI reduces
the risk of electric shock.
• Keep all electrical connections dry and off the
ground. Do not touch equipment or plugs with
wet hands. This reduces the risk of electrical shock.
Personal Safety
• Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating equipment. Do not
use equipment while you are tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol or medication. A moment
of inattention while operating equipment may result in
serious personal injury.
• Use personal protective equipment. Always wear
eye protection. Protective equipment such as dust
mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing
protection used for appropriate conditions will reduce
personal injuries.
• Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance
at all times. This enables better control of the equipment in unexpected situations.
Equipment Use And Care
• Do not force equipment. Use the correct equipment for your application. The correct equipment will
Safety Symbols
In this operator’s manual and on the product, safety symbols and signal words are used to communicate important safety
information. This section is provided to improve understanding of these signal words and symbols.
This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential personal injury hazards. Obey all safety messages that follow this
symbol to avoid possible injury or death.
DANGER indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
WARNING indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury.
NOTICE indicates information that relates to the protection of property.
This symbol means read the operator’s manual carefully before using the equipment. The operator’s manual contains important
information on the safe and proper operation of the equipment.
This symbol means always wear safety glasses with side shields or goggles when handling or using this equipment to reduce
the risk of eye injury.
This symbol indicates the risk of electrical shock.
NOTICE
DANGER
WARNING
CAUTION
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do the job better and safer at the rate for which it is designed.
• Do not use equipment if the switch does not turn it
ON and OFF. Any equipment that cannot be controlled with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired.
• Disconnect the plug from the power source and/or
the battery pack from the equipment before making
any adjustments, changing accessories, or storing.
Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of injury.
• Store idle equipment out of the reach of children
and do not allow persons unfamiliar with the equipment or these instructions to operate the equipment. Equipment can be dangerous in the hands of
untrained users.
• Maintain equipment. Check for misalignment or bind-
ing of moving parts, missing parts, breakage of parts
and any other condition that may affect the equipment’s operation. If damaged, have the equipment
repaired before use. Many accidents are caused by
poorly maintained equipment.
• Use the equipment and accessories in accordance
with these instructions, taking into account the
working conditions and the work to be performed.
Use of the equipment for operations different from
those intended could result in a hazardous situation.
• Use only accessories that are recommended by
the manufacturer for your equipment. Accessories
that may be suitable for one piece of equipment may
become hazardous when used with other equipment.
• Keep handles dry and clean; free from oil and
grease. Allows for better control of the equipment.
Service
• Have your equipment serviced by a qualified repair
person using only identical replacement parts. This
will ensure that the safety of the equipment is maintained.
Specific Safety Information
WARNING
This section contains important safety information
that is specific to this equipment.
Read these precautions carefully before using the
SeeSnake
®
microReel Inspection System to reduce the risk of electrical shock, fire or other serious personal injury.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!
Keep this manual with the equipment for use by the operator.
SeeSnake microReel Inspection System
Product Safety
• An improperly grounded electrical outlet can cause
electrical shock and or severely damage equipment. Always check work area for a properly grounded
electrical outlet. Presence of a three prong or GFCI outlet does not insure that the outlet is properly grounded.
If in doubt, have the outlet inspected by a licensed electrician.
• Do not operate this equipment if operator or ma-
chine is standing in water. Operating machine while
in water increases the risk of electrical shock.
• The microReel System camera and pushrod are
waterproof. The monitor and other electrical equipment and connections are not. Do not expose the
equipment to water or rain. This increases the risk of
electrical shock.
• Do not use where a danger of high voltage contact
is present. The equipment is not designed to provide high voltage protection and isolation.
• Read and understand this operator’s manual, the
monitor operators’ manual, and the instructions for
any other equipment in use before operating the
microReel System. Failure to follow all instruction
may result in property damage and/or serious personal injury.
• Always use appropriate personal protective equip-
ment while handling and using equipment in drains.
Drains may contain chemicals, bacteria and other substances that may be toxic, infectious, cause burns or
other issues. Appropriate personal protective equipment always includes safety glasses, and may include
equipment such as drain cleaning gloves or mitts, latex
or rubber gloves, face shields, goggles, protective
clothing, respirators and steel-toed footwear.
• If using drain cleaning equipment at the same time
as using drain inspection equipment, only wear
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RIDGID Drain Cleaning Gloves. Never grasp the rotating drain cleaning cable with anything else, including
other gloves or a rag. They can become wrapped
around the cable, causing hand injuries. Only wear
latex or rubber gloves under RIDGID Drain Cleaner
Gloves. Do not use damaged drain cleaning gloves.
• Practice good hygiene. Use hot, soapy water to
wash hands and other exposed body parts exposed to
drain contents after handling or using drain inspection
equipment. Do not eat or smoke while operating or
handling drain inspection equipment. This will help
prevent contamination with toxic or infectious material.
Description, Specifications
And Standard Equipment
Description
The SeeSnake®microReel Inspection System is a portable
pipe inspection diagnostic reel and camera. It comes with
a sonde (transmitter) within the camera head and there is
also an optional CountPlus counter to measure the pushrod
distance traveled. The microReel has a unique removable
cable drum, for convenience in cleaning or replacing
pushrods. It also has a removable system cable, enabling
the microReel to be configured for use with any SeeSnake
®
camera control units (CCU) or for use with the lightweight
hand-held microEXPLORER™ Digital Inspection Camera
monitor.
The microReel uses a 100 foot (30 meters) pushrod of
more rigid design than the microDrain pushrod. Where the
microDrain pushrod is built for maneuverability and short
runs through toilets and P Traps, the microReel has a
stiffer pushrod design that makes it suited for longer runs in
pipes 11/2" to 4" (3.8 to 10.2 cm) in diameter.
DO NOT ATTEMPT to negotiate toilet traps with the
microReel pushrod. It is less flexible than its cousin
the SeeSnake microDrain™ pushrod and will not handle
the close tight turns of a standard P-trap, closet bend or Strap which the microDrain may pass through.
With an appropriate SeeSnake control unit, the operator
can connect an external Line Transmitter and use a standard locator to line-trace the path of the microReel push
cable in a pipe.
Specifications
Weight ...........................12.2 lbs (5.5 kg) (with
microEXPLORER Camera
Monitor),
10.3 lbs. (4.7 Kg) (without
microEXPLORER Camera
Monitor)
Dimensions:
Length .........................13.25" (33.6 cm)
Depth...........................6.6 " (16.7 cm)
Height..........................14.2" (36 cm) (without
microEXPLORER Camera
Monitor Cradle)
Line Capacity.................1
1
⁄2" to 4" (3.8 to 10.2 cm)
Maximum Run ...............100' (30 m)
Sonde Transmitter.........512Hz
Reel & Frame
Diameter........................12.75" (32 cm)
Camera Diameter..........0.98" (25 mm)
Camera Length..............1.48" (37.6 mm)
Push Cable Diameter ....0.265" (6.7 mm)
Operating Environment:
Temperature................32° to 115° F (5°C to 46°C)
Humidity ......................5% to 95%
Storage Temperature....-4°F to 158°F (-20°C to 70°C)
Waterproof Depth ........266' (81 m)
The microReel System is protected under pending U.S.
and International patent applications.
Standard Equipment
• Operator’s Manual
• Instructional DVD
• Ball Guides
• Sonde (Transmitter)
Slip-Ring Unlock Position
Slip-Ring Lock Position
Icon Legend
.............................656 x 492 NTSC
Video
Number Of Pixels ..........323K NTSC
Lighting..........................6 High Flux LEDs
768 x 576 PAL
442K PAL
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Figure 1 – Front View (SeeSnake Configuration)
microReel System Components
System Cable for
SeeSnake CCU
Camera Head
Shoulder Strap
Camera Clip
Case Latch
Pushrod
Guide
Feet
Front Case
Figure 2 – Rear View (microEXPLORER Camera Monitor
Configuration)
Assembly
WARNING
To reduce the risk of serious injury during use, follow
these procedures for proper assembly.
Camera Head Routing
1. Set the unit on a level surface laying it on its side.
2. Unfasten the case latches on either side of the
microReel
(Figure 4)
.
Figure 4 – Unlatching the microReel Case
3. Open the case carefully and only far enough to slip
the camera out through the cable guide. When routing the camera head out through the cable guide be
careful to avoid letting the pushcable spring out of
the drum or uncoil freely. Close the case and secure
the camera head in the provided clip.
microEXPLORER
Camera Monitor
Slip Ring Module
System Cable for
MicroEXPLORER
Camera Monitor
Case Latch
Feet
Rear Case
microEXPLORER
Camera Monitor
Connector Plug
microEXPLORER
Camera Monitor
Cradle
Cord Wrap
Figure 3 – Opening The Case
Camera
Head
Removable
Pushrod Drum
Pushrod
CountPlus
Keypad
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Opening the Case
Never open the latches with the camera on the outside
of the case. Move the camera all the way inside the case
by pushing it back through the cable guide BEFORE you
undo the latches.
Figure 8 – ENSURE CAMERA IS INSIDE THE DRUM COM-
PLETELY BEFORE YOU UNDO LATCHES AND
OPEN THE CASE. This will reduce the risk of
the cable springing out and becoming kinked.
Figure 9 – Do Not Open Case with Camera Outside
If the camera is still led out through the pushrod guide
when the case is opened, the cable may be drawn up
above the lip of the drum. It may spring free and uncoil
from the drum. If this happens, it may kink.
Feed the pushrod back in carefully. Do not twist or
bend the pushrod sharply when coiling it back into the
drum. Compressing or forcing an improperly coiled
cable may cause it to break.
Figure 5 – Open Drum Carefully To Route Cable
Figure 6 – Do Not Open Case Completely
4. Close and re-latch the case.
Figure 7 – Camera Head Properly Routed
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Reversing/Installing The Display Cradle
(microEXPLORER Camera Monitor)
If you are using the microReel with the microEXPLORER
Camera monitor unit, you may find it more convenient to
have the microEXPLORER Camera monitor facing the
other way when it is seated in its cradle. To reverse the orientation of the cradle, do the following:
1. Remove the microEXPLORER Camera monitor display from the cradle. With a Philips head screwdriver, remove four screws holding the cord-wrap
arms and cradle to the case. Remove the cord-wrap
arms and the screws
(Figure 13)
.
Figure 13 – Cradle Support and Cord-Wrap Arms
2. Use one of the screws to remove the nuts from the
back side of the cradle. The nuts are friction-fitted into
the holes on the opposite side of the cradle from the
cord-wrap arms. By inserting a screw from the back
and threading it two or three turns into the nut, you
can pull the nut out.
3. Without taking the nut off the screw, insert the screw
and nut into the hole on the opposite side of the cradle from which the screw was removed. Firmly seat
the screw into the friction-fit at the bottom of the
hole.
4. Unthread the screw. Repeat for each of the remaining
three nuts.
5. Position the cord-wrap arm and cradle on the rear of
the case, facing in the opposite direction. Make sure
the cord-wrap horns point outward.
6. Start each screw into its nut by hand. Tighten the
screws with the screwdriver.
7. Replace the display unit in the cradle.
Use a similar process for installing the display cradle.
Figure 10 – Do Not Allow Cable to Uncoil Freely
Installing System Cable
If the system cable slip-ring module is not installed,
squarely insert the slip-ring module into the hub and twist
it clockwise until it locks into position.
(See Figure 11.)
Figure 11 – Locking The Slip Ring Module Cover
Do NOT touch the contact pins in the slip-
ring module. This can cause the contact pins to break.
The contact pins will not break under normal use, cor-
rectly connected. However pressing sideways on them
can cause them to break, as shown in
Figure 12
.
Figure 12 – Broken Contact Pin
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NOTICE
Broken
Contact
Pin
Cord-Wrap
Arm
Cradle
Screwhead
Unlocked
Locked
Slip Ring
Module
Cover
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Connecting microEXPLORER Camera
Monitor to microReel System
Align the microEXPLORER Camera Connector Plug with
the plug on the microEXPLORER Camera and slide
straight in, seating it squarely. The curved face of the connector plug on the system cable faces upward, sliding
under the forward edge of the microEXPLORER Camera
monitor when fully seated (
See Figure 14).
Do not twist the connector plug. Doing
so may damage the plug.
Figure 14 – Connecting the microEXPLORER Camera
Monitor
microReel System Ball Guides
Ball guides are designed to help center the camera in
pipes of various sizes, and keep the camera clear of
bottom sludge in the pipe. By bringing the camera head
closer to the center of the pipe they improve picture quality, allowing the camera to see equally in all directions and
help keep the camera lens clear during inspections
(Figure 16)
.
Ball guides should be used when possible, because they
reduce wear and tear on the camera system. If you run
into difficulty moving the camera head through a particular pipe, the centering guides can be easily removed.
The placement of the guides can be adjusted along the
length of the camera head to best suit the job. For example, you may find that placing centering guides near the
front end of the camera may bias the camera head upward. This could be beneficial if you need to see the top
of the pipe during your inspection. Ball guides can also
help negotiate some passages
.
The ball guides supplied with the microReel are identical
in function but of slightly different diameter and will not fit
properly on the microDrain System camera.
Installing Ball Guides
The ball guides supplied with the microReel System are
designed to slip easily onto the camera spring and lock
into place. The ball guide has two red sliding locks and two
blue latches.
1. Slide the red slide locks away from the blue latches on
both sides of the guide
(Figure 15)
.
Figure 15 – Ball Guide Installation
Spread blue latch tabs apart to unlatch; press shoulders toward
each other to latch.
2. Press the small tabs on the blue latches so they
click outward (away from each other).
3. Slide the ball guide into desired position over the
camera head.
4. Press down on the shoulders of the blue latches so
the latches are pressed in toward each other, and engage into the spring.
5. Slide the two red sliding locks back over their respective blue latches so they cannot pop out in use.
Figure 16 – Ball Guide In Use
Pre-Operation Inspection
WARNING
Before each use, inspect your microReel System
camera and reel and correct any problems to reduce
the risk of serious injury from electrical shock or
other causes and prevent machine damage.
Latch Tab In (Closed)
Latch Tab Out (Open)
Blue Latches
Red Slide Lock
LOCKED/LATCHED
UNLOCKED/UNLATCHED
Shoulder
Tab
Ball Guide
Camera
Spring
NOTICE
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that does not contain any potential sources of damage
for the power cord.
2. Inspect the work to be done. If possible, determine the
drain access point(s), size(s) and length(s), presence of drain cleaning chemicals or other chemicals,
etc. If chemicals are present, it is important to understand the specific safety measures required to work
around those chemicals. Contact the chemical manufacturer for required information.
If needed, remove fixture (water closet, sink, etc.) to
allow access.
3. Determine the correct equipment for the application.
The microReel System is made for:
•1
1
/2" to 4" (3.8 to 10cm) lines up to 100' (30m) long.
• Inspection equipment for other applications can
be found by consulting the Ridge Tool Catalog,
on line at www.RIDGID.com or www.RIDGID.eu.
4. Make sure all equipment has been properly inspected.
5. Evaluate the work area and determine if any barriers
are needed to keep bystanders away. Bystanders
can distract the operator during use. If working near
traffic, erect cones or other barriers to alert drivers.
Setting Up The microReel System
Connections
If using the microReel with a microEXPLORER Camera
monitor, no additional connections beyond those described in the assembly section are needed when setting
up the unit for an inspection.
When using with SeeSnake camera control units (CCU’s),
unwrap the system cable from the cord wrap on the
microReel case. Attach the system cable connector to the
matching connector on the CCU. Align the guide pin on
the cable connector with the guide socket in the CCU connector and push the cable connector straight in. A ridge
molded into the outside of the cable connector will point up
when the guides are properly aligned. Tighten the outer
locking sleeve on the cable connector to retain the system
cable in place. Do not twist the cable while tightening
the locking sleeve. This can damage the cable.
See
Figure 17 and 18.
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1. Confirm that the power is off and if used with a camera control unit (CCU) other than the MicroEXPLORER Camera monitor confirm that the CCU is not
connected to the unit. Inspect the system cable and
connectors for damage or modification.
2. Clean any dirt, oil or other contamination from the
microReel System to aid in inspection and to prevent
the unit from slipping from your grip while transporting
or using.
3. Inspect the microReel System for any broken, worn,
missing, misaligned or binding parts, or any other
condition which might prevent safe, normal operation.
Confirm that the unit is properly assembled. Make
sure that the drum turns freely. Inspect the pushrod
for any cuts, breaks, kinks or ruptures.
4. Inspect any other equipment being used per its instructions to make sure it is in good usable condition.
5. If any problems are found, do not use the unit until the
problems are corrected.
Work Area and Equipment
Set Up
WARNING
Set up the microReel System and work area according to these procedures to reduce the risk of injury from electrical shock, fire, and other causes,
and to prevent damage to the microReel System.
Always wear eye protection to protect your eyes
against dirt and other foreign objects.
1. Check work area for:
• Adequate lighting.
• Flammable liquids, vapors or dust that may ignite.
If present, do not work in area until sources have
been identified and corrected. The microReel
System is not explosion proof. Electrical connections can cause sparks.
• Clear, level, stable dry place for machine and opera-
tor. Do not use the machine while standing in water. If needed, remove the water from the work
area.
• Clear path to electrical outlet, if used for the CCU,
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Figure 17 – Connecting To A SeeSnake CCU
Figure 18 – microReel System Connected to SeeSnake
®
DVD
Pak
CCU
If using a microReel System set up for use with a microEXPLORER Camera monitor, it can be converted for
use with other SeeSnake CCU’s (or vice versa) by changing the system cable as detailed in the assembly section.
Set up the microEXPLORER Camera monitor or CCU as
per its instructions. If using the microEXPLORER Camera
monitor or a battery powered CCU, make sure that the required batteries are fully charged and installed.
Placement
1. Place the microEXPLORER Camera monitor or CCU
monitor to allow easy viewing while manipulating the
pushrod and camera. Usually right next to the entry
point for the pushrod is a good choice. The location
should not be wet or allow the monitor unit to get wet
during use.
2. Set the microReel behind or to one side of the operator. Allow enough room for ample pushrod to be
used for grasping and manipulating without excess
dragging on the ground. When properly located, push
cable will only come off the reel when you pull it.
Preferably, lay the microReel on its back with the
camera unit and pushrod on top. There are foot
pads provided on the cord wrap to allow placement
in this position. This position provides the greatest
stability and helps to prevent tipping of the reel during use.
CountPlus Settings
The CountPlus is a distance-counter option which can be
purchased with the microReel. It can track the total length
of pushrod that has been run out of the drum or measure
distance between two points in a pipe, starting from some
local zero-point selected during the inspection (such as a
pipe head or joint). The CountPlus can also display overlays of text messages such as labels of pipe line features.
Press on the CountPlus Menu Key ,to bring up the
Main Menu screen with three icons on it.
Figure 19 – Main Menu
The CountPlus interface allows you to set up and modify a number of important parameters for use with your
SeeSnake system.
These include:
• System Time
• System Date
• Reel and Cable
• Units of Measure
You will also need to be familiar with:
• Setting Up Text Slides
• Creating a New Slide
• Editing an Existing Slide
• Choosing a Slide for Display
• Turning Slide Display On or Off
• Deleting a Slide
These are described in the separate CountPlus manual.
Please read the complete CountPlus manual and ensure
you are familiar with its operation when doing an inspection with a SeeSnake microReel System.
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Figure 20 – Optional CountPlus Keypad Callout
Operating Instructions
WARNING
Always wear eye protection to protect your eyes
against dirt and other foreign objects.
When inspecting drains that might contain hazardous chemicals or bacteria, wear appropriate
protective equipment, such as latex gloves, goggles,
face shields or respirators, to prevent burns and infections.
Do not operate this equipment if operator or machine is standing in water. Operating machine while
in water increases the risk of electrical shock.
Rubber soled, non-slip shoes can help prevent slipping and electric shock, especially on wet surfaces.
Follow operating instructions to reduce the risk of
injury from electrical shock and other causes.
Performing An Inspection
1. Make sure all equipment is properly set up.
2. Pull several feet of pushrod from the reel. Make sure
the camera window is clean. In some cases, a slight
film of detergent on the window may minimize debris
sticking to the window. Place the camera unit into the
line to be inspected.
DO NOT ATTEMPT to negotiate toilet traps
with the microReel pushrod. It is less flexible than the
microDrain System pushrod and will not handle the close
tight turns of a standard P-trap, closet bend or S-trap
which the microDrain may pass through. The microReel is
designed for longer inspection runs and can readily negotiate normal 90° and 45° joints.
3. Turn the CCU on. As per the specific CCU operator
manual, adjust the camera head LED lighting brightness and the display image. As the pipe material
and other factors vary, it may be necessary to make
adjustments as the drain is being inspected. For instance, white PVC pipe requires less light than black
PVC. Slight adjustments in lighting brightness can
be used to highlight issues discovered during an inspection. Always use the least amount of lighting to
maximize picture quality and reduce heat build up.
4. If recording the inspection, follow the instructions in the
specific CCU Operator’s manual.
5. If possible, run water through the system during the inspection. This helps to keep the system clean and
makes pushing the pushrod easier. It also helps to orient the image to the bottom of the pipe. This can be
done by placing a hose down the line or turning on a
fixture/flushing a toilet. The flow can be shut off as
needed for viewing.
6. Grip the pushrod and carefully start to feed it into
the drain to be inspected. It is recommended that
rubber gripper type gloves be used to manipulate
the pushrod. They improve grip and help to keep
hands clean.
Figure 21 – Using The microReel
When pushing the pushrod in to the line, keep the pushrod
clear of any sharp edges on the inlet that could cut, grab
or damage the pushrod. Grasp and push short sections of
pushrod at a time and keep your hands near the inlet to
better control the pushrod and prevent it from folding
over, snapping, cutting the pushrod jacket or other damage. Cutting the pushrod jacket could increase the risk of
electrical shock.
NOTICE
Sonde
Key
Left
Arrow
Text Key
Up/Edit Arrow
Down Arrow
Distance
Key
Menu/Back Key
RightArrow
Zero/Select Key
Time KEY
LED
Brightness
Key
(For Use
With Future
CCU’s)
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As the pushrod is fed into the line, watch the monitor to
know what is coming. When the lights are set at less than
maximum setting, it may help to occasionally turn the
brightness up to see what is coming further down the
line. Be aware of obstructions (such as crushed pipe) or excessive hard build up in the line that could prevent retrieval
of the camera. Do not try to use the camera head to clear
obstructions. The microReel System is a diagnostic tool,
not a drain cleaner. Using the camera head to clear obstructions could damage the camera head or cause it to be
caught in the obstruction, preventing removal
(Figure 22)
.
Figure 22 – Encountering An Obstruction – Do Not Use
Camera Head To Clear Obstructions
Most of the time a slow steady push through the system
works the best. At changes in direction such as P-traps,
Tee’s, Y’s, elbows, etc., it may be necessary to use a
quick push to “pop” the camera head around the bend.
This is done by pulling the camera head back from the
bend approximately 8" (20 cm) and giving it a quick thrust
through the bend. Be as gentle as possible, and use no
more force than required to do this. Excessive force can
damage the camera head. Do not hammer or snap the
camera through bends. Do not force the camera head
through if there is a large amount of resistance. Be especially careful through Tee’s, as the pushrod could fold
over in the Tee and make retrieval difficult or impossible.
The microReel can travel through multiple 45 and 90
degree bends and Y-junctions. DO NOT force it
through a P-trap or T-fitting if there is a large amount
of resistance. The microReel should not be used to inspect toilet traps, as the bends are too extreme for the
pushrod to navigate safely.
Watch to make sure that the drum does not hang up
during use. If the drum hangs up and the pushrod continues to be pulled from the reel, the pushrod will tighten
around the hub of the drum and cause the pushrod to jam
in the drum and stress the pushrod.
Figure 23 – Avoid Pulling At Sharp Angles
When inspecting the line, moving the camera head past
the area to be inspected and slowly pulling it back may
give better results. Usually pulling the camera head back
allows for more controlled and consistent viewing. When
pulling the pushrod, keep clear of any sharp edges and do
not pull at sharp angles to the inlet to prevent damage to
the pushrod
(Figure 20)
. If needed, jiggle the camera
head in any standing water to rinse any debris from the
camera window.
Depending on what is encountered during the inspection, it may help to add, remove or change the position of
ball guides on the camera head. Ball guides may be able
direct the camera towards a section of the line (such as
the top), raise the camera head out of the liquid in the pipe,
or help negotiate bends.
(See Figure 24). See the Assem-
bly Section for information on ball guide attachment.
Figure 24 – Ball Guide In Use
Using The CountPlus Counter Option
With the SeeSnake connected and powered on, use the
Distance Key and the Time Key to set the display
with the information you prefer.
a. The Time Key will toggle the display between Date,
Date and Time, Time or No Date and Time displayed.
Press the key once for each step through the choices.
b. The Distance Key will toggle the display of distance on
the screen between on and off.
c. The distance counter will show the distance in the
units set in the Tools /Units menu.
SeeSnake®microReel Inspection System
Ball Guide
Camera
Spring
Pushrod
Drain Inlet
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Figure 25 – Display Screen with Slide Text, Time and
Distance Shown
(Distance measured from system zero-point)
NOTE! When using with the microEXPLORER Cam-
era Monitor if the counter information is not
visible on the screen try zooming the image
out by pressing the down arrow on the face of
the microEXPLORER Camera unit.
System Zero-Point and Local Zero Point
The counter,
as shown in Figure 25
, starts from zero
when the system is powered on. This is called the system
zero-point. You can change the physical point the system
starts measuring from by powering the system off, running
the cable in or out to the desired starting point, and powering on from that point. The counter resets to zero when
the system is powered on again.
Resetting the System Zero-Point: You can also reset
this system zero point at anytime with a long press (> 3
seconds) on the Zero Key. It is good practice to do this, for
example, at the entrance to a pipe.
Setting a Local Zero-Point: In addition, while it is operating, the SeeSnake can be made to also start counting
from any custom “local zero-point” you select with a second counter.
1. To begin a separate distance count from a selected
point, such as a junction within a pipeline, press the
Zero/Select Key briefly. The distance display will
re-set to [0.0]. The square brackets indicate that you
are measuring from a local zero-point rather than
the system zero-point.
a. Once you start measuring cable feed from a local
zero-point, do not press the Zero Key again
until
you have completed the measurement you are
working on, as pressing it will reset the custom
zero-point again and lose the measurement you
have been taking.
Figure 26 – Measuring from a Local Zero-Point
b. As a precaution you may want to write down the
system measurement’s value just before setting a
new local zero point. (This will enable you to compute the distance manually using the system count,
if you reset the local zero-point accidentally).
c. Once you are finished measuring, pressing the
Zero Key will now toggle the display back to
the system count or create a new local [0.0] point.
Getting Consistent Measurements
Make sure all the cable is in the reel before powering up
the system. Wait for the initialization screen to disappear before moving the camera head from the guide
hoop. This takes about 10 seconds.
Avoid moving the reel once you have started your measurements.
Make sure the cable length, cable diameter and drum-size
settings are correct for your system.
If the system is shut down or loses power for more than
10-20 seconds the SeeSnake microReel may re-zero its
system zero point of reference, and any local zero-point
count will be lost.
When spooling the cable into the drum, maintain a uniform
friction or drag on the cable to ensure it does not bunch up
in the drum.
Accuracy In general use, the SeeSnake reported distance will be accurate to within 3 feet (1 meter). This accuracy depends on cable tension, correct reel settings and
other factors.
For greatest accuracy:
1. Make sure the camera head is in or nearly in the
guide hoop when powering up. This ensures the distance computing is done from a full reel.
2. For measurements starting from somewhere other
than the reel, such as the head of a drain line, reset
the “system zero” point with a long press (> 3 seconds) on the Zero Key, or use the “local zero” option
(by pressing the Zero/Select key) briefly, rather than
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powering up with a significant length of cable already run out.
A “dead battery” icon will appear at start-up if the
CountPlus’ battery has died.
A “+” sign will appear after the distance measurement onscreen if the measured distance exceeds the selected
cable length chosen in set-up.
Locating The microReel System Sonde
MicroReel systems are equipped with a Sonde (In Line
Transmitter) just behind the camera head. If equipped with
a Sonde, a locating unit can be used to detect the Sonde
and locate features in the drain being inspected.
Controlling the Sonde from a SeeSnake CCU is described in the Operator's Manual for the CCU and depends on the model being used. The Sonde is turned ON
or OFF by pressing the Sonde key on the CountPlus
keypad. Typically, the Sonde can be turned ON and OFF
from the CCU. If you are using the microReel System with
the microEXPLORER Camera monitor, the Sonde is activated by turning the LED brightness control down to
zero. Once the Sonde has been located, the LEDs can be
returned to their normal brightness level to continue the inspection.
When the microReel System Sonde is turned on, a locator such as the RIDGID SR-20, SR-60, Scout, or
NaviTrack®II set to 512 Hz will be able to detect it. The
most workable approach to tracking the Sonde is to run
the pushrod into the pipe about five or ten feet (1.5 to 3
meters) and use the locator to find the Sonde's position.
If desired, you can then extend the pushrod a similar
distance further down-pipe and locate the Sonde again
starting from the previous located position.
To locate the Sonde, turn the locator on and set it to
Sonde mode. Scan in the direction of the Sonde's probable location until the locator detects the Sonde. Once you
have detected the Sonde, use the locator indications to
zero in on its location precisely. For detailed instructions
on Sonde locating, consult the Operator's Manual for the
locator model you are using.
Figure 27 – Locating the microReel Sonde
Retrieving The Camera
Once the inspection has been completed, pull the pushrod
back with slow, steady force. Continue running water
down the line if possible to help clean the pushrod. A towel
can be used to wipe off the pushrod as it is withdrawn.
Pay attention to the force required to withdraw the
pushrod. The pushrod may get hung up while being retrieved, and may need to be manipulated as done during
insertion. Do not force the pushrod or exert excessive
force. This could damage the camera or pushrod. When
pulling the pushrod, keep clear of any sharp edges and do
not pull at sharp angles to the inlet to prevent damage to
the pushrod.
As the pushrod is withdrawn from the inlet, keep your
hand close to the microReel and use short strokes to feed
it back into the drum.
(Figure 28-29)
Figure 28 – Proper Technique For Pushing Cable Back
Into Drum
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Figure 29 – Allowing cable to loop may kink the cable
while pushing into drum
ALWAYS use short strokes to feed back
small lengths of the pushrod back into the drum. Pushing
back longer lengths of pushrod or forcing the pushrod
may cause it to loop, kink and break. Laying the
microReel drum on its back offers more stability when retrieving the cable.
Figure 30
Cleaning Instructions
WARNING
Make sure that the system cable is disconnected
from the CCU prior to cleaning to reduce the risk
of electrical shock.
Clean the microEXPLORER Camera monitor or CCU
as per its operators manual. Prior to cleaning the
microReel, remove the microEXPLORER Camera monitor from the display cradle. Do not allow the microEXPLORER Camera monitor or CCU to get wet during
cleaning.
The microReel System can be cleaned by wiping with a
soft, damp cloth. Do not use any solvents to clean the
microReel System. They can damage the unit. If desired, a disinfectant can be used on the microReel
System.
The drum and cable may be removed and the interior of
the drum cleaned with a hose or pressure wash. The
outside of the drum can be cleaned by wiping with a soft,
damp cloth. Avoid hosing the contact board on the back
of the drum.
Accessories
WARNING
The following accessories have been designed to
function with the microReel System. Other accessories suitable for use with other equipment may
become hazardous when used with the microReel
System. To reduce the risk of serious injury, only
use accessories specifically designed and recommended for use with the microReel System, such as
those listed below.
Catalog # Description
33108 microReel/microDrain Interconnect
Cable (SS CCU version
33113 microReel/microDrain Interconnect
Cable (mEXP CCU version)
35338 microReel L100 Ball Guides (2 pack)
34878 microReel/microDrain
microEXPLORER Dock
35113 microDrain D30 Drum Only
35123 microDrain D30S Drum Only w/Sonde
34623 US microReel L100 Drum Only w/Sonde
34628 EU microReel L100 Drum (230V)
35243 US microReel L100C Drum Only w/Sonde
+ Counter
35248 EU microReel L100C Drum Only (230V)
Various RIDGID SeekTech
®
or NaviTrack
®
Locators
Various RIDGID SeekTech®or NaviTrack
®
Transmitters
Various RIDGID SeeSnake Camera Control Units
30063 RIDGID microEXPLORER Digital
Inspection Camera
33103 MicroDrain Reel (microEXPLORER
NTSC)
33138 MicroDrain Reel (microEXPLORER PAL)
SeeSnake®microReel Inspection System
NOTICE
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Camera video image not
seen.
SOS blinking on LCD.
(Some SeeSnake CCUs.)
No power to SeeSnake CCU or microEXPLORER
Camera monitor connector.
Connections faulty.
Monitor set to wrong source.
Batteries low.
No video signal.
Check power is correctly plugged in.
Check switch on monitor/display unit.
Check alignment and pins of connection to
microReel System unit from camera control or
display unit.
Check orientation, seating, and pin condition in the
SeeSnake connection.
Set video source as described in display unit
manual.
Recharge or replace batteries.
Check source setting of monitor and re-seat cable
connection.
PROBLEM PROBABLE FAULT LOCATION SOLUTION
Chart 1 Troubleshooting
Transport And Storage
Do not expose to heavy shocks or impacts during transport. If storing for an extended period, remove batteries.
Store in environments within temperature range of -4°F to
158°F (-20°C to. 70°C).
Service And Repair
WARNING
Improper service or repair can make the microReel
unsafe to operate.
Service and repair of the microReel System must be performed by a RIDGID Independent Authorized Service
Center.
For information on your nearest RIDGID Independent
Service Center or any service or repair questions:
Disposal
Parts of the microReel System contain valuable materials and can be recycled. There are companies that specialize in recycling that may be found locally. Dispose of
the components in compliance with all applicable regulations. Contact your local waste management authority
for more information.
Do not dispose of electrical equipment
with household waste!
According to the European Guideline
2002/96/EC for Waste Electrical and
Electronic Equipment and its implemen-
tation into national legislation, electrical
equipment that is no longer usable must be collected
separately and disposed of in an environmentally correct
manner.
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