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OPERATOR’S
MANUAL
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TM
Scout
Sonde and Line Locator
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W ARNING!
Read this Operator’s Manual
carefully before using this
tool. Failure to understand
and follow the contents of
this manual may result in
electrical shock, fire and/or
serious personal injury.
Scout™ Sonde and Line Locator
Table of Contents
Recording Form for Machine Model and Serial Number...........................................................................................................1
General Safety Information
Work Area Safety.......................................................................................................................................................................2
Electrical Safety .........................................................................................................................................................................2
Battery Precautions....................................................................................................................................................................2
Personal Safety..........................................................................................................................................................................2
Scout Use and care....................................................................................................................................................................2
Service .......................................................................................................................................................................................3
Specific Safety Information
Important Notice.........................................................................................................................................................................3
Specifications and Standard Equipment
Specifications.............................................................................................................................................................................3
Standard Equipment ..................................................................................................................................................................4
Icon Legend...................................................................................................................................................................................4
Introduction to the Scout
What Are Its Unique Features?..................................................................................................................................................4
What Does It Do?.......................................................................................................................................................................4
What Is The Scout Advantage?
The Micro Map Advantage.........................................................................................................................................................5
Scout Components.......................................................................................................................................................................5
Display Screen...........................................................................................................................................................................6
Keypad.......................................................................................................................................................................................7
Getting Started
Installing/Changing Batteries .....................................................................................................................................................7
Operation Time ..........................................................................................................................................................................7
Powering Up and Down .............................................................................................................................................................8
Low Battery Warning..................................................................................................................................................................8
Set Up ........................................................................................................................................................................................8
Menu Choices ............................................................................................................................................................................9
Sounds of the Scout...................................................................................................................................................................9
Tools Menu
Change of Depth Units...............................................................................................................................................................9
Auto Back Light..........................................................................................................................................................................9
LCD Contrast ...........................................................................................................................................................................10
Locating the Sonde
Verifying the Locate .................................................................................................................................................................11
Measuring Depth......................................................................................................................................................................11
Operating Tips for Locating a Sonde .......................................................................................................................................12
Micro Map – Examples – Sonde Mode ....................................................................................................................................13
Tilted Sondes ...........................................................................................................................................................................14
Tracing a Line with Scout
Tracing a Passive AC Line.......................................................................................................................................................14
Operating Tips for Line Tracing................................................................................................................................................15
Micro Map – Example – Line Trace .........................................................................................................................................15
Notes on Accuracy
Noise........................................................................................................................................................................................16
Locating Is Not An Exact Science............................................................................................................................................16
Locating Faulty Components ....................................................................................................................................................16
Service and Repair .....................................................................................................................................................................16
Troubleshooting Guide ..............................................................................................................................................................17
Appendix A..................................................................................................................................................................................18
Understanding Sondes and The Scout...............................................................................................................................18-19
Appendix B
Other Useful Information
Lifetime Warranty.........................................................................................................................................................Back Cover
..................................................................................................................................................................................20
..........................................................................................................................................................20
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Scout
Sonde and Line Locator
Scout™ Sonde and Line Locator
Record Serial Number below and retain product serial number which is located on nameplate.
Serial
No.
Scout™ Sonde and Line Locator
General Safety Information
WARNING! Read and understand all instructions. Failure
to follow all instructions listed below may
result in electric shock, fire, and/or serious
personal injury.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!
Work Area Safety
• Keep your work area clean and well lit. Cluttered
benches and dark areas may cause accidents.
• Do not operate electrical devices or power tools in
explosive atmospheres, such as in the presence of
flammable liquids, gases, or heavy dust. Electrical
devices or power tools create sparks which may ignite
the dust or fumes.
• Keep bystanders, children, and visitors away
while operating tool. Distractions can cause you
to lose control.
Electrical Safety
• Do not operate the system with electrical components removed. Exposure to internal parts increases
the risk of injury.
• Avoid exposure to rain or wet conditions. Keep
battery out of direct contact with water. Water entering
electrical devices increases the risk of electric shock.
• Do not probe high voltage line.
ty reasons. Sewer lines are unsanitary and may contain harmful bacteria and viruses.
• Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and bal-
ance at all times. Proper footing and balance enables
better control of the tool in unexpected situations.
• Use safety equipment. Always wear eye protection.
Dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing
protection must be used for appropriate conditions.
• Use proper accessories. Do not place this product on
any unstable cart or surface. The product may fall
causing serious injury to a child or adult or serious
damage to the product.
• Prevent object and liquid entry. Never spill liquid of
any kind on the product. Liquid increases the risk of
electrical shock and damage to the product.
• Avoid Traffic. Pay close attention to moving vehi-
cles when using on or near roadways. Wear visible
clothing or reflector vests. Such precautions may pre-
vent serious injury.
Scout Use and Care
• Use equipment only as directed. Do not operate
the Scout unless proper training has been completed
and the owners manual read.
• Do not immerse the antennas in water. Store in a
dry place. Such measures reduce the risk of electric
shock and instrument damage.
Battery Precautions
• Use only the size and type of battery specified.
Do not mix cell types (e.g. do not use alkaline with
rechargeable). Do not use partly discharged and fully
charged cells together (e.g. do not mix old and new).
• Recharge batteries with charging units specified by
the battery manufacturer. Using an improper charger
can overheat and rupture the battery.
• Properly dispose of the batteries. Exposure to high
temperatures can cause the battery to explode, so do
not dispose of in a fire. Some countries have regulations concerning battery disposal. Please follow all
applicable regulations.
Personal Safety
• Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common sense. Do not use diagnostic tool while tired or
under the influence of drugs, alcohol, or medications. A
moment of inattention while operating tools may result
in serious personal injury.
• Gloves should always be worn for health and safe-
• Store idle equipment out of the reach of children
and other untrained persons. Equipment is dangerous in the hands of untrained users.
• Maintain the instrument with care. Properly main-
tained diagnostic instruments are less likely to cause
injury.
• Check for breakage of parts, and any other condi-
tions that may affect the Scout’s operation. If damaged, have the instrument serviced before using. Many
accidents are caused by poorly maintained tools.
• Use only accessories that are recommended by the
manufacturer for the Scout. Accessories that may be
suitable for one instrument may become hazardous
when used on another.
• Keep handles dry and clean; free from oil and
grease. Allows for better control of the instrument.
• Protect against excessive heat. The product should
be situated away from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves or other products (including
amplifiers) that produce heat.
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Service
• Diagnostic instrument service must be performed
only by qualified repair personnel. Service or main-
tenance performed by unqualified repair personnel
could result in injury.
• When servicing a tool, use only identical replace-
ment parts. Follow instructions in the Maintenance
Section of this manual. Use of unauthorized parts or
failure to follow maintenance instructions may create a
risk of electrical shock or injury.
• Follow instructions for changing accessories.
Accidents are caused by poorly maintained tools.
• Provide proper cleaning. Remove battery before
cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth and some mild detergent. Do not
immerse in water.
• When cleaning, do not use scraping tools or abra-
sives as they may permanently scratch the display. NEVER USE SOLVENTS to clean any part of
the system. Substances like acetone and other harsh
chemicals can cause cracking of the Case.
• Conduct a safety check. Upon completion of any
service or repair of this product, ask the service technician to perform safety checks to determine that the
product is in proper operating condition.
• Damage to the product that requires service. Remove the batteries and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under any of the following conditions:
• If liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into
product;
• If product does not operate normally by following the
operating instructions;
• If the product has been dropped or damaged in any
way;
• When the product exhibits a distinct change in per-
formance.
If you have any questions regarding the service or repair
of this machine, call or write to:
Ridge Tool Company
Technical Service Department
400 Clark Street
Elyria, Ohio 44035-6001
Tel: (800) 519-3456
E-mail: TechServices@ridgid.com
On the Web: www.ridgid.com or
www.seesnake.com
In any correspondence, please give all the information
shown on the nameplate of your tool including model
number and serial number.
Specific Safety Information
WARNING
Read this operator’s manual carefully before using
the Scout™ Sonde and line Locator. Failure to understand and follow the contents of this manual
may result in electrical shock, fire and/or severe personal injury.
Call the Ridge Tool Company, Technical Service Department at (800) 519-3456 if you have any questions.
Important Notice
The Scout is a diagnostic tool that senses electromagnetic
fields emitted by objects underground. It is meant to aide
the user in locating these objects by recognizing characteristics of the field lines and displaying them on the
screen. As electromagnetic field lines can be distorted and
interfered with it is important to verify the location of underground objects before digging.
Several utilities may be underground in the same
area. Be sure to follow local guidelines and one call
service procedures.
Exposing the utility is the only way to verify it’s existence, location and depth.
Ridge Tool Co., its affiliates and suppliers, will not be
liable for any injury or any direct, indirect, incidental or
consequential damages sustained or incurred by reason of the use of the Scout.
Specifications and
Standard Equipment
Specifications
Weight w/batteries.........3 lbs.
Weight w/o batteries......2.3 lbs.
Dimensions:
Length ...........................11.2″
Width.............................4.3″
Height............................22″
Power Source................4 C-size batteries, 1.5V
Alkaline (ANSI/NEDA 14A,
IEC LR14) or 1.2V NiMH or
NiCad rechargeable batteries
Power Rating:................6V, 300mA
Operating Environment
Temperature................-4°F to 122°F (-20°C to 50°C)
Humidity ......................5% to 95% RH
Storage Temperature.....-4°F to 140°F (-20°C to 60°C)
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Standard Frequencies
Sonde............................512Hz, 640Hz, 874Hz, 33kHz
Active Line Trace...........512Hz, 8kHz, 33kHz,
Passive Line Trace........60Hz, 50Hz
Default Settings
The default settings for the locator are:
• Depth units = Feet & Inches,
• Volume = 1 (one setting above mute),
• Backlight = Auto
Standard Equipment
• Scout Locator
• Markers and Mast Holder
• Operator’s Manual
• 4 C-cell Batteries (Alkaline)
• Training Video
Optional Equipment
• Additional Pole/Sonde Markers
• NaviTrack Transmitter
• Inductive Clamp
• Battery Sonde
• Float Sonde
NOTE:
• 60Hz = 540 Hz, 9th harmonic and 50hz = 450 Hz,
9th harmonic
• Signal Strength is Non linear in function. 2000 is 10x
higher than 1000, 3000 is 10x higher then 2000.
Introduction to the Scout
The Scout sonde and line locator uses multi directional
antennas and advanced processing to make pinpointing
sondes and tracing buried utility lines fast, accurate
and easy.
What Are Its Unique Features?
Scout’s advanced technology gives several unique features over conventional locators:
• Multi Directional Antenna System
• Micro map View
• Identifies distinct signal characteristics.
What Does It Do?
The Scout is used above ground to sense electromagnetic fields emitted from underground or hidden lines
(electrical conductors like metal wires and pipes) or
sondes (actively transmitting beacons). When the fields
are simple and undistorted, then the sensed fields are
representative of the buried object. The Scout locates
conductive objects emitting a field; it does not directly
sense underground objects.
See Appendix A for further discussion on electrical
fields.
Icon Legend
Display Icons
Sonde Frequency
Active Trace Frequency
Passive (AC) Trace Frequency
Sound Level
Battery Level
Depth
Horizontal Angle Indicator
Signal Strength
Tools Menu
LCD Contrast
LCD Backlight
Safety Alert Symbol, Refer
to documentaion for safety
messages
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Keypad Icons
Menu Navigation
Audio Tone Reset/Menu Item Select
Menu Navigation/Forced Depth (3 sec. press)
Power ON/OFF Key
Menu Key
Sonde/Trace/Frequency Mode Key
Volume Control Key
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