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300SR/ST - SUPPORT SERIAL NUMBER RECORD 1 FCC ID: ITQ-CMW-300ST 300SR/ST - SUPPORT SERIAL NUMBER RECORD SUPPORT 1 SUPPORT SERIAL NUMBER RECORD SERIAL NUMBER RECORD Record the serial numbers and date of purchase of your Ditch Witch Subsite components in the spaces below. Record the serial numbers and date of purchase of your Ditch Witch Subsite components in the spaces below. Item Date of purchase Receiver serial number Transmitter serial number Accessory model & serial number Accessory model & serial number Item Date of purchase Receiver serial number Transmitter serial number Accessory model & serial number Accessory model & serial number 1129h.eps 1129h.eps 2 300SR/ST - SUPPORT SERVICE PROCEDURE 2 300SR/ST - SUPPORT SERVICE PROCEDURE SERVICE PROCEDURE SERVICE PROCEDURE Notify your dealer immediately of any malfunction of Ditch Witch Subsite equipment. Notify your dealer immediately of any malfunction of Ditch Witch Subsite equipment. Always give model, serial number, and approximate date of purchase. This information should be recorded and placed on file by owner at time of purchase. Give detailed explanation of malfunction. Always give model, serial number, and approximate date of purchase. This information should be recorded and placed on file by owner at time of purchase. Give detailed explanation of malfunction. Return damaged parts to dealer for inspection and warranty consideration. Return damaged parts to dealer for inspection and warranty consideration. Order genuine Ditch Witch Subsite replacement or repair parts from your dealer. Use of another manufacturers parts may void warranty. Order genuine Ditch Witch Subsite replacement or repair parts from your dealer. Use of another manufacturers parts may void warranty. 300SR/ST - FOREWORD 3 300SR/ST - FOREWORD 3 FOREWORD FOREWORD This manual is an important part of your equipment. It provides safety information and operation instructions to help you use and maintain your Ditch Witch Subsite Electronics equipment. Read this manual before using your equipment. Keep it with the equipment at all times for future reference. If you sell your equipment, be sure to give this manual to the new owner. If you need a replacement copy, contact your Ditch Witch Subsite Electronics dealer. If you need assistance in locating a dealer, visit our website at www.ditchwitch.com or write to the following address:
The Charles Machine Works, Inc. Attn: Subsite Electronics PO Box 66 Perry, OK 73077-0066 USA This manual is an important part of your equipment. It provides safety information and operation instructions to help you use and maintain your Ditch Witch Subsite Electronics equipment. Read this manual before using your equipment. Keep it with the equipment at all times for future reference. If you sell your equipment, be sure to give this manual to the new owner. If you need a replacement copy, contact your Ditch Witch Subsite Electronics dealer. If you need assistance in locating a dealer, visit our website at www.ditchwitch.com or write to the following address:
The Charles Machine Works, Inc. Attn: Subsite Electronics PO Box 66 Perry, OK 73077-0066 USA The descriptions and specifications in this manual are subject to change. The Charles Machine Works, Inc. reserves the right to improve equipment. Some product improvements may have taken place after this manual was published. The descriptions and specifications in this manual are subject to change. The Charles Machine Works, Inc. reserves the right to improve equipment. Some product improvements may have taken place after this manual was published. Thank you for buying and using Ditch Witch Subsite Electronics equipment. Thank you for buying and using Ditch Witch Subsite Electronics equipment. 4 300SR/ST - FOREWORD 4 300SR/ST - FOREWORD Operators Manual 300SR/ST Issue No.1.0/OP-4/02 Part Number 054-081 Copyright 2002 by The Charles Machine Works, Inc., Perry, Oklahoma Operators Manual 300SR/ST Issue No.1.0/OP-4/02 Part Number 054-081 Copyright 2002 by The Charles Machine Works, Inc., Perry, Oklahoma
, Ditch Witch, AutoCrowd, Modularmatic, Jet Trac, Roto Witch, Subsite, Fluid Miser, Sidekick, Perma-Soil, Super Witch, Super Witch II, and Pierce Airrow are registered trademarks of The Charles Machine Works, Inc.
, Ditch Witch, AutoCrowd, Modularmatic, Jet Trac, Roto Witch, Subsite, Fluid Miser, Sidekick, Perma-Soil, Super Witch, Super Witch II, and Pierce Airrow are registered trademarks of The Charles Machine Works, Inc. CMW, Power Pipe, The Underground, and The Underground Authority Worldwide are pending trademarks of The Charles Machine Works, Inc. CMW, Power Pipe, The Underground, and The Underground Authority Worldwide are pending trademarks of The Charles Machine Works, Inc. U.S. Patent No. 5,065,098; 4,881,083. Other U.S. and foreign patents pending. U.S. Patent No. 5,065,098; 4,881,083. Other U.S. and foreign patents pending. 300SR/ST - CONTENTS 5 300SR/ST - CONTENTS 5 CONTENTS CONTENTS SUPPORT . 1 SUPPORT . 1 Serial Number Record . 1 Service Procedure . 2 Serial Number Record . 1 Service Procedure . 2 FOREWORD . 3 FOREWORD . 3 RECEIVER . 7 RECEIVER . 7 Overview . 7 Single Key Controls . 8 2nd Function Controls . 10 Display . 12 Setup . 15 Overview . 7 Single Key Controls . 8 2nd Function Controls . 10 Display . 12 Setup . 15 TRANSMITTER . 17 TRANSMITTER . 17 Overview . 17 Controls and Indicators . 18 Setup . 19 Overview . 17 Controls and Indicators . 18 Setup . 19 SAFETY . 21 SAFETY . 21 Safety Alert Classifications . 22 Safety Alerts . 23 Safety Alert Classifications . 22 Safety Alerts . 23 6 300SR/ST - CONTENTS 6 300SR/ST - CONTENTS OPERATION . 25 OPERATION . 25 Choose Signal Type . 25 Choose Antenna Configuration . 27 Choose Frequency . 27 Recognize Common Signal Problems . 28 Locate Line: Active Location . 30 Locate Line: Beacon . 37 Locate Line: Passive Location . 39 Choose Signal Type . 25 Choose Antenna Configuration . 27 Choose Frequency . 27 Recognize Common Signal Problems . 28 Locate Line: Active Location . 30 Locate Line: Beacon . 37 Locate Line: Passive Location . 39 CARE AND ERROR CODES . 45 CARE AND ERROR CODES . 45 General Care . 45 Error Codes . 46 General Care . 45 Error Codes . 46 SPECIFICATIONS . 47 SPECIFICATIONS . 47 300 Receiver . 47 300 Transmitter . 50 300 Receiver . 47 300 Transmitter . 50 WARRANTY . 51 WARRANTY . 51 300SR/ST - RECEIVER OVERVIEW 7 300SR/ST - RECEIVER OVERVIEW RECEIVER OVERVIEW OVERVIEW 7 RECEIVER
+ _ 2ND 2ND The Subsite 300SR receiver is designed to locate buried pipes, lines, and cables. Several frequencies and modes of operation are available to suit your specific locating needs. The Subsite 300SR receiver is designed to locate buried pipes, lines, and cables. Several frequencies and modes of operation are available to suit your specific locating needs. Available passive modes include 50Hz or 60Hz power, and radio. Available passive modes include 50Hz or 60Hz power, and radio. Available active modes include 8 kHz or 29 kHz. Available active modes include 8 kHz or 29 kHz. As an option, a 29 kHz beacon mode is available for use with certain Ditch Witch Subsite beacons to locate plastic pipes. As an option, a 29 kHz beacon mode is available for use with certain Ditch Witch Subsite beacons to locate plastic pipes. 8 300SR/ST - RECEIVER SINGLE KEY CONTROLS 8 300SR/ST - RECEIVER SINGLE KEY CONTROLS SINGLE KEY CONTROLS SINGLE KEY CONTROLS On/Off Turns unit on and off. Press once to turn on. Press again to turn off. Antenna Select On/Off Turns unit on and off. Press once to turn on. Press again to turn off. Antenna Select Selects peak or null antenna mode. Selects peak or null antenna mode. Press once to change mode. Press again to return to previous mode. si0006h.eps Press once to change mode. Press again to return to previous mode. si0006h.eps Up Arrow Up Arrow Press to increase manual gain (increase signal) incrementally from 25 to 100. Press and hold to increase manual gain
(increase signal) more quickly. If signal is below 25, press once to increase gain (increase signal) to approximately 50. Press to increase manual gain (increase signal) incrementally from 25 to 100. Press and hold to increase manual gain
(increase signal) more quickly. If signal is below 25, press once to increase gain (increase signal) to approximately 50.
300SR/ST - RECEIVER SINGLE KEY CONTROLS Down Arrow Press to decrease manual gain (decrease signal) incrementally from 75 to 0. Press and hold to decrease manual gain
(decrease signal) more quickly. If signal is above 75, press once to decrease gain (decrease signal) to approximately 50. 9 300SR/ST - RECEIVER SINGLE KEY CONTROLS 9 Down Arrow Press to decrease manual gain (decrease signal) incrementally from 75 to 0. Press and hold to decrease manual gain
(decrease signal) more quickly. If signal is above 75, press once to decrease gain (decrease signal) to approximately 50. Depth Depth Press once to estimate depth of properly located signal source. Press once to estimate depth of properly located signal source. IMPORTANT: See OPERATION for information on locating signals. si0007h.eps IMPORTANT: See OPERATION for information on locating signals. si0007h.eps Press and hold while pressing another button to enable 2nd function of that button. 2nd functions are described on the following page. Press and hold while pressing another button to enable 2nd function of that button. 2nd functions are described on the following page.
10 300SR/ST - RECEIVER 2ND FUNCTION CONTROLS 10 300SR/ST - RECEIVER 2ND FUNCTION CONTROLS 2ND FUNCTION CONTROLS 2ND FUNCTION CONTROLS To use these functions, press and hold the first button indicated, then press the second button. To use these functions, press and hold the first button indicated, then press the second button. Battery Life Battery Life Shows percent of battery life remaining. Shows percent of battery life remaining. c00ic098h.eps c00ic098h.eps Units of Measurement Units of Measurement Changes the units of measurement in which the depth is displayed. Available displays are ft/in or cm/m. Changes the units of measurement in which the depth is displayed. Available displays are ft/in or cm/m. IMPORTANT: Press this key sequence with the unit off. IMPORTANT: Press this key sequence with the unit off. c00ic102h.eps c00ic102h.eps 300SR/ST - RECEIVER 2ND FUNCTION CONTROLS Frequency 11 300SR/ST - RECEIVER 2ND FUNCTION CONTROLS 11 Frequency Selects frequency mode: power (60 Hz or 50 Hz), radio, or active
(8 kHz or 29 kHz). Selects frequency mode: power (60 Hz or 50 Hz), radio, or active
(8 kHz or 29 kHz). c00ic099h.eps Volume c00ic099h.eps Volume Turns volume on or off. Turns volume on or off. c00ic100h.eps Backlight c00ic100h.eps Backlight Turns backlight on or off. Turns backlight on or off. c00ic101h.eps c00ic101h.eps 12 DISPLAY Mode 300SR/ST - RECEIVER DISPLAY 12 300SR/ST - RECEIVER DISPLAY DISPLAY Mode The receiver can be configured to operate in four modes described below. The icon for the currently selected mode is shown along the bottom of the display. The receiver can be configured to operate in four modes described below. The icon for the currently selected mode is shown along the bottom of the display. Power Power Allows receiver to trace live 50 Hz or 60 Hz power lines. Allows receiver to trace live 50 Hz or 60 Hz power lines. IMPORTANT: Current must be flowing through the line. si0008h.eps IMPORTANT: Current must be flowing through the line. si0008h.eps Radio Radio Allows receiver to trace lines that pick up and radiate very low frequency (VLF) radio waves. Allows receiver to trace lines that pick up and radiate very low frequency (VLF) radio waves. si0009h.eps si0009h.eps Transmitter Transmitter Allows receiver to trace lines that have had a 29 kHz or 8 kHz signal placed on them by a transmitter. Allows receiver to trace lines that have had a 29 kHz or 8 kHz signal placed on them by a transmitter. si0010h.eps si0010h.eps Beacon Beacon This optional mode allows receiver to trace nonmetallic pipes and conduits with 29 kHz beacon. This optional mode allows receiver to trace nonmetallic pipes and conduits with 29 kHz beacon. si0011h.eps si0011h.eps 300SR/ST - RECEIVER DISPLAY Antenna 13 300SR/ST - RECEIVER DISPLAY 13 Antenna The receiver has two antenna modes described below. The icon for the currently selected mode is shown on the left side of the display. The receiver has two antenna modes described below. The icon for the currently selected mode is shown on the left side of the display. Peak Peak Signal strength peaks when receiver is over the line being located. Signal strength peaks when receiver is over the line being located. Null Null Signal drops to minimum strength when receiver is over the line being located. Gives a more precise response when locating lines in uncongested areas. IMPORTANT: In congested areas, confirm location by using peak antenna. Signal Strength Signal strength is shown by bars at top of display and in numeric display. Signal drops to minimum strength when receiver is over the line being located. Gives a more precise response when locating lines in uncongested areas. IMPORTANT: In congested areas, confirm location by using peak antenna. Signal Strength Signal strength is shown by bars at top of display and in numeric display. ss1122h.eps ss1122h.eps 14 Gain Gain (amount of signal amplification) is shown by bars below signal strength indicator. Gain increases to the right. Depth Estimated depth displays when depth button is pressed. Receiver can display depth the following ways:
Depth up to 47 in Display inches 48 in and deeper feet/inches up to 99 cm cm 100 cm and deeper meters 300SR/ST - RECEIVER DISPLAY 300SR/ST - RECEIVER DISPLAY 14 Gain Gain (amount of signal amplification) is shown by bars below signal strength indicator. Gain increases to the right. ss1123h.eps ss1123h.eps ss1124h.eps Depth Estimated depth displays when depth button is pressed. Receiver can display depth the following ways:
Depth up to 47 in Display inches 48 in and deeper feet/inches up to 99 cm cm 100 cm and deeper meters ss1124h.eps IMPORTANT: If three dashes or three dots appear in the display, the receiver is experiencing an error. See CARE AND ERROR CODES. IMPORTANT: If three dashes or three dots appear in the display, the receiver is experiencing an error. See CARE AND ERROR CODES. 300SR/ST - RECEIVER SETUP SETUP Install Batteries Use six C-cell alkaline batteries in receiver. To install:
1. Unscrew battery cover. 2. Insert batteries as shown. 3. Close and tighten battery cover. 4. Check operation. Check Operation Always check that receiver is operating before leaving for jobsite and after every battery change. To check operation:
1. Turn on receiver. ss1134h.eps 15 300SR/ST - RECEIVER SETUP 15 SETUP Install Batteries Use six C-cell alkaline batteries in receiver. To install:
1. Unscrew battery cover. 2. Insert batteries as shown. 3. Close and tighten battery cover. 4. Check operation. Check Operation Always check that receiver is operating before leaving for jobsite and after every battery change. To check operation:
1. Turn on receiver. ss1134h.eps 2. Entire display will light briefly. ss1126h.eps 2. Entire display will light briefly. ss1126h.eps 3. Display will show last used setting. 3. Display will show last used setting. 16 300SR/ST - RECEIVER 16 300SR/ST - RECEIVER 300SR/ST - TRANSMITTER OVERVIEW 17 300SR/ST - TRANSMITTER OVERVIEW 17 TRANSMITTER TRANSMITTER OVERVIEW OVERVIEW POWER OUTPUT ON/
OFF POWER OUTPUT ON/
OFF ss1130h.eps ss1130h.eps The Ditch Witch Subsite 300ST transmitter is designed to place signals on target lines. It can be configured to send 8 kHz or 29 kHz frequencies. It places a signal on the line through either direct connection, induction clamping, or broadcast modes. The Ditch Witch Subsite 300ST transmitter is designed to place signals on target lines. It can be configured to send 8 kHz or 29 kHz frequencies. It places a signal on the line through either direct connection, induction clamping, or broadcast modes. 18 300SR/ST - TRANSMITTER CONTROLS AND INDICATORS 18 300SR/ST - TRANSMITTER CONTROLS AND INDICATORS CONTROLS AND INDICATORS CONTROLS AND INDICATORS ON/OFF Button Turns unit on and off. Press once to turn on. Press again to turn off. POWER OUTPUT Button Selects low or high power output. ON/OFF Button Turns unit on and off. Press once to turn on. Press again to turn off. POWER OUTPUT Button Selects low or high power output. On power up, the 300ST defaults to low power output. si0012h.eps On power up, the 300ST defaults to low power output. si0012h.eps Press once to change to high. Press again to change to low. Power Output LEDs Display which power output is currently functioning. Press once to change to high. Press again to change to low. Power Output LEDs Display which power output is currently functioning. Green LED indicates low power. Red LED indicates high power. si0013h.eps Green LED indicates low power. Red LED indicates high power. si0013h.eps si0014h.eps si0014h.eps
300SR/ST - TRANSMITTER SETUP SETUP Install Batteries Use six D-cell alkaline batteries in transmitter. To install:
1. Unscrew battery cover. 2. Insert batteries as shown. 3. Close and tighten battery cover. 4. Check operation. ss1135h.eps 19 300SR/ST - TRANSMITTER SETUP 19 SETUP Install Batteries Use six D-cell alkaline batteries in transmitter. To install:
1. Unscrew battery cover. 2. Insert batteries as shown. 3. Close and tighten battery cover. 4. Check operation. ss1135h.eps Check Operation Check Operation Always check that transmitter is operating before leaving for jobsite and after every battery change. Always check that transmitter is operating before leaving for jobsite and after every battery change. To check operation:
1. Turn on transmitter. To check operation:
1. Turn on transmitter. 2. Transmitter will beep and green LED will light. 2. Transmitter will beep and green LED will light. NOTICE: If both LEDs flash and transmitter beeps repeatedly, batteries are low. NOTICE: If both LEDs flash and transmitter beeps repeatedly, batteries are low. 20 300SR/ST - TRANSMITTER 20 300SR/ST - TRANSMITTER 300SR/ST - SAFETY 21 300SR/ST - SAFETY SAFETY 21 SAFETY Follow these guidelines before operating any jobsite equipment:
Follow these guidelines before operating any jobsite equipment:
Read and follow all safety precautions. Read and follow all safety precautions. Complete proper training and read operators manual before using equipment. Complete proper training and read operators manual before using equipment. Use equipment only as directed. Use equipment only as directed. Contact One-Call (888-258-0808) and any utility companies which do not subscribe to One-Call. Have all underground pipes and cables located and marked before sweeping area. Classify jobsite based on its hazards and use correct tools and machinery, safety equipment, and work methods for jobsite. Contact One-Call (888-258-0808) and any utility companies which do not subscribe to One-Call. Have all underground pipes and cables located and marked before sweeping area. Classify jobsite based on its hazards and use correct tools and machinery, safety equipment, and work methods for jobsite.
Wear personal protective equipment.
Wear personal protective equipment. Check that equipment is in good condition, and test leads are clean and have no cracked insulation. Contact your Ditch Witch Subsite dealer if you have any question about operation, maintenance, or equipment use. Check that equipment is in good condition, and test leads are clean and have no cracked insulation. Contact your Ditch Witch Subsite dealer if you have any question about operation, maintenance, or equipment use.
22 300SR/ST - SAFETY SAFETY ALERT CLASSIFICATIONS 22 300SR/ST - SAFETY SAFETY ALERT CLASSIFICATIONS SAFETY ALERT CLASSIFICATIONS SAFETY ALERT CLASSIFICATIONS These classifications and the icons defined on the following pages work together to alert you to situations which could be harmful to you, jobsite bystanders or your equipment. When you see these words and icons in the book or on the machine, carefully read and follow all instructions. YOUR SAFETY IS AT STAKE. These classifications and the icons defined on the following pages work together to alert you to situations which could be harmful to you, jobsite bystanders or your equipment. When you see these words and icons in the book or on the machine, carefully read and follow all instructions. YOUR SAFETY IS AT STAKE. Watch for the three safety alert levels: DANGER, WARNING and CAUTION. Learn what each level means. Watch for the three safety alert levels: DANGER, WARNING and CAUTION. Learn what each level means. which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury. indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury. indicates an imminently hazardous situation if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury. indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury. indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury. indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury. indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, Watch for two other words: NOTICE and IMPORTANT. Watch for two other words: NOTICE and IMPORTANT. NOTICE can keep you from doing something that might damage the machine or someones property. It can also alert you against unsafe practices. NOTICE can keep you from doing something that might damage the machine or someones property. It can also alert you against unsafe practices. IMPORTANT can help you do a better job or make your job easier in some way. IMPORTANT can help you do a better job or make your job easier in some way. 300SR/ST - SAFETY SAFETY ALERTS SAFETY ALERTS 23 300SR/ST - SAFETY SAFETY ALERTS 23 SAFETY ALERTS Incorrect procedures could result in death, injury, or property damage. Learn to use equipment correctly. Incorrect procedures could result in death, injury, or property damage. Learn to use equipment correctly. NOTICES:
NOTICES:
Electric shock or equipment damage can result if transmitter is connected to live cable. Have qualified personnel disconnect both ends of cable before working. Electric shock or equipment damage can result if transmitter is connected to live cable. Have qualified personnel disconnect both ends of cable before working. Turn off transmitter when connecting or moving ground stake. Turn off transmitter when connecting or moving ground stake. If target depth and location are critical, confirm by hand-
digging. If target depth and location are critical, confirm by hand-
digging. Jobsite hazards could cause death or serious injury. Use correct equipment and work methods. Use and maintain proper safety equipment. Jobsite hazards could cause death or serious injury. Use correct equipment and work methods. Use and maintain proper safety equipment. Moving traffic - hazardous situation. Death or serious injury could result. Avoid moving vehicles, wear high visibility clothing, post appropriate warning signs. Moving traffic - hazardous situation. Death or serious injury could result. Avoid moving vehicles, wear high visibility clothing, post appropriate warning signs.
24 300SR/ST - SAFETY SAFETY ALERTS 24 300SR/ST - SAFETY SAFETY ALERTS 300SR/ST - OPERATION CHOOSE SIGNAL TYPE 25 300SR/ST - OPERATION CHOOSE SIGNAL TYPE 25 OPERATION OPERATION CHOOSE SIGNAL TYPE CHOOSE SIGNAL TYPE The 300SR can detect two types of signals:
The 300SR can detect two types of signals:
Active signals are placed on a target line with the transmitter and detected by the receiver. As an option, an active signal from a beacon can also be detected by the receiver. Passive signals reside on the target line and are read by receiver. Active signals are placed on a target line with the transmitter and detected by the receiver. As an option, an active signal from a beacon can also be detected by the receiver. Passive signals reside on the target line and are read by receiver. Read the descriptions on the next page and determine the signal type to use for your job. Read the descriptions on the next page and determine the signal type to use for your job.
26 Active 300SR/ST - OPERATION CHOOSE SIGNAL TYPE 26 Active 300SR/ST - OPERATION CHOOSE SIGNAL TYPE There are three ways to place active signals on a target line with a transmitter:
There are three ways to place active signals on a target line with a transmitter:
Direct connection (preferred method) requires a connection to be made directly onto target line. Induction clamp requires placing an optional induction clamp around target line. Broadcast method requires no connection and sends current into lines near the transmitter. Direct connection (preferred method) requires a connection to be made directly onto target line. Induction clamp requires placing an optional induction clamp around target line. Broadcast method requires no connection and sends current into lines near the transmitter. Beacon Beacon If equipped, trace non-metallic pipes or conduits by locating and following a 29 kHz beacon signal. If equipped, trace non-metallic pipes or conduits by locating and following a 29 kHz beacon signal. Passive Passive Some utility lines pick up signals from the environment and carry them as detectable signals. These passive signals can be power signals or radio signals. Some utility lines pick up signals from the environment and carry them as detectable signals. These passive signals can be power signals or radio signals. IMPORTANT: No depth estimates are available in this mode. IMPORTANT: No depth estimates are available in this mode.
300SR/ST - OPERATION CHOOSE ANTENNA CONFIGURATION 27 300SR/ST - OPERATION CHOOSE ANTENNA CONFIGURATION 27 CHOOSE ANTENNA CONFIGURATION CHOOSE ANTENNA CONFIGURATION The 300SR receiver has two antenna configurations:
The 300SR receiver has two antenna configurations:
Antenna Description When to use Antenna Description When to use peak null Uses two horizontal antenna to detect signal. Response is highest at strongest signal. Uses a vertical antenna to detect signal. Response is lowest when receiver is over the line. This is the preferred configuration for most applications. Use primarily to verify the location of a target line after it has been located with the peak antenna. peak null Uses two horizontal antenna to detect signal. Response is highest at strongest signal. Uses a vertical antenna to detect signal. Response is lowest when receiver is over the line. This is the preferred configuration for most applications. Use primarily to verify the location of a target line after it has been located with the peak antenna. CHOOSE FREQUENCY CHOOSE FREQUENCY Receiver Receiver Set the 300SR receiver to one of the following frequencies:
Set the 300SR receiver to one of the following frequencies:
power (50 Hz or 60 Hz) radio active (8 kHz or 29 kHz) Transmitter power (50 Hz or 60 Hz) radio active (8 kHz or 29 kHz) Transmitter Your 300ST transmitter was configured at the time of purchase to send either 8 kHz or 29 kHz signals. Your 300ST transmitter was configured at the time of purchase to send either 8 kHz or 29 kHz signals.
28 300SR/ST - OPERATION RECOGNIZE COMMON SIGNAL PROBLEMS 28 300SR/ST - OPERATION RECOGNIZE COMMON SIGNAL PROBLEMS RECOGNIZE COMMON SIGNAL PROBLEMS RECOGNIZE COMMON SIGNAL PROBLEMS Distortions in the electromagnetic field around a line can affect location and depth accuracy. Tees, bends, parallel lines, crossing lines, or large metallic objects can distort signals. Distortions in the electromagnetic field around a line can affect location and depth accuracy. Tees, bends, parallel lines, crossing lines, or large metallic objects can distort signals. NOTICE: If target depth and location are critical, confirm by hand-
digging or vacuum excavation. NOTICE: If target depth and location are critical, confirm by hand-
digging or vacuum excavation. Learn to recognize the following kinds of distortion:
Learn to recognize the following kinds of distortion:
Shadows Shadows Shadows, also called blind spots, often happen when a metallic object partially obstructs signal, or a signal from a parallel line interferes with target signal. Shadows, also called blind spots, often happen when a metallic object partially obstructs signal, or a signal from a parallel line interferes with target signal. False Signals False Signals False signals describe situations where the receiver indicates a line location where there is no line. False signals often happen when a line tees or bends, runs parallel to the target line, or crosses the target line. False signals describe situations where the receiver indicates a line location where there is no line. False signals often happen when a line tees or bends, runs parallel to the target line, or crosses the target line. IMPORTANT: Generally, the receiver shows less distortion in peak antenna configuration. IMPORTANT: Generally, the receiver shows less distortion in peak antenna configuration. 300SR/ST - OPERATION RECOGNIZE COMMON SIGNAL PROBLEMS 29 300SR/ST - OPERATION RECOGNIZE COMMON SIGNAL PROBLEMS 29 Secondary (Ghost) Signals Secondary (Ghost) Signals A typical beacon signal pattern shows a main signal and two weaker secondary signals. Identify beacon location at the main signal. Familiarity with beacon signal patterns will lessen the effect of ghost signals. A typical beacon signal pattern shows a main signal and two weaker secondary signals. Identify beacon location at the main signal. Familiarity with beacon signal patterns will lessen the effect of ghost signals. ss1138h.eps ss1138h.eps 30 300SR/ST - OPERATION LOCATE LINE: ACTIVE LOCATION 30 300SR/ST - OPERATION LOCATE LINE: ACTIVE LOCATION LOCATE LINE: ACTIVE LOCATION LOCATE LINE: ACTIVE LOCATION Setup Setup Follow setup procedures for the type of locating you will be doing:
direct connection, induction clamp, or broadcast induction. Follow setup procedures for the type of locating you will be doing:
direct connection, induction clamp, or broadcast induction. Direct Connection Direct Connection Jobsite hazards could cause death or serious injury. Use correct equipment and work methods. Use and maintain proper safety equipment. Jobsite hazards could cause death or serious injury. Use correct equipment and work methods. Use and maintain proper safety equipment. NOTICE: Electric shock or equipment damage can result if transmitter is connected to live cable. Contact qualified utility personnel and follow all local standards and restrictions for disconnecting and grounding lines. NOTICE: Electric shock or equipment damage can result if transmitter is connected to live cable. Contact qualified utility personnel and follow all local standards and restrictions for disconnecting and grounding lines. To set up transmitter for direct connection:
To set up transmitter for direct connection:
1. Drive ground stake. 2. Plug cable into transmitter. 3. Hook black cable to ground stake. 4. Hook clip to line. 5. Turn on transmitter. 1. Drive ground stake. 2. Plug cable into transmitter. 3. Hook black cable to ground stake. 4. Hook clip to line. 5. Turn on transmitter. NOTICE: Turn off transmitter when connecting or moving ground NOTICE: Turn off transmitter when connecting or moving ground 300SR/ST - OPERATION LOCATE LINE: ACTIVE LOCATION stake. 31 300SR/ST - OPERATION LOCATE LINE: ACTIVE LOCATION 31 stake. 32 Induction Clamp 300SR/ST - OPERATION LOCATE LINE: ACTIVE LOCATION 32 300SR/ST - OPERATION LOCATE LINE: ACTIVE LOCATION Induction Clamp Jobsite hazards could cause death or serious injury. Use correct equipment and work methods. Use and maintain proper safety equipment. Jobsite hazards could cause death or serious injury. Use correct equipment and work methods. Use and maintain proper safety equipment. NOTICE: Electric shock or equipment damage can result if transmitter is connected to live cable. Contact qualified utility personnel and follow all local standards and restrictions for disconnecting and grounding lines. NOTICE: Electric shock or equipment damage can result if transmitter is connected to live cable. Contact qualified utility personnel and follow all local standards and restrictions for disconnecting and grounding lines. To set up transmitter for use with induction clamp:
To set up transmitter for use with induction clamp:
1. Plug cable into transmitter. 2. Place clamp around target line. 3. Turn on transmitter. 1. Plug cable into transmitter. 2. Place clamp around target line. 3. Turn on transmitter. 1137h.eps 1137h.eps 300SR/ST - OPERATION LOCATE LINE: ACTIVE LOCATION Broadcast Induction 33 300SR/ST - OPERATION LOCATE LINE: ACTIVE LOCATION 33 Broadcast Induction To set up transmitter for broadcast induction:
To set up transmitter for broadcast induction:
1. Remove cable, stake, clamp and any other metal objects 1. Remove cable, stake, clamp and any other metal objects from transmitter. from transmitter. 2. Place transmitter in line with suspected line. 2. Place transmitter in line with suspected line. 3. Turn on transmitter. 3. Turn on transmitter. 1136h.eps 1136h.eps 34 Technique 300SR/ST - OPERATION LOCATE LINE: ACTIVE LOCATION 34 300SR/ST - OPERATION LOCATE LINE: ACTIVE LOCATION Technique IMPORTANT: Follow steps 1-3 for all types of active location. For reference, the illustration below shows direct connection method. If using broadcast induction, ensure that transmitter is in line with and above suspected line, as shown on previous page. IMPORTANT: Follow steps 1-3 for all types of active location. For reference, the illustration below shows direct connection method. If using broadcast induction, ensure that transmitter is in line with and above suspected line, as shown on previous page. 1. Walk in an arc approximately 25 ft (7.5 m) around transmitter. 1. Walk in an arc approximately 25 ft (7.5 m) around transmitter. 2. Hold the receiver as shown. 2. Hold the receiver as shown. 3. Identify location of line by finding the spot with the strongest signal response. 3. Identify location of line by finding the spot with the strongest signal response. m 5 ft 7 .5 2 m 5 ft 7 .5 2 ss1131h.eps ss1131h.eps 300SR/ST - OPERATION LOCATE LINE: ACTIVE LOCATION 35 300SR/ST - OPERATION LOCATE LINE: ACTIVE LOCATION 35 4. Rotate the receiver to determine which direction the line runs. IMPORTANT: Receiver indicates the strongest signal when the handle is perpendicular to the target line. 5. Set the receiver on the ground. 4. Rotate the receiver to determine which direction the line runs. IMPORTANT: Receiver indicates the strongest signal when the handle is perpendicular to the target line. ss1132.eps ss1132.eps 5. Set the receiver on the ground. 6. Press depth button when the line has been located. 6. Press depth button when the line has been located. IMPORTANT: When estimating depth for pipe, depth shown is to the center of the pipe. IMPORTANT: When estimating depth for pipe, depth shown is to the center of the pipe. 7. Continue to trace the line and take depth estimates every few 7. Continue to trace the line and take depth estimates every few paces. paces. 8. Retrace the line and mark with appropriate flags or paint. 8. Retrace the line and mark with appropriate flags or paint. 36 300SR/ST - OPERATION LOCATE LINE: ACTIVE LOCATION 36 300SR/ST - OPERATION LOCATE LINE: ACTIVE LOCATION Special Situations Situation Signal is lost. Signal varies from low to high and is unstable. You are near a power line and are receiving interference such as unstable depth readings, blank display, etc. Receiver does not function properly. What to try Walk in a circle to detect a tee or bend in the line. Mark as a hand-dig area. Sweep the area in power mode. If receiver gives a strong signal response, a power line is interfering with transmitter signal. Receiver gain could be set too high or low. Lower or raise gain to locate the line. Also ensure that receiver is set to the correct mode. Special Situations Situation Signal is lost. Signal varies from low to high and is unstable. You are near a power line and are receiving interference such as unstable depth readings, blank display, etc. Receiver does not function properly. What to try Walk in a circle to detect a tee or bend in the line. Mark as a hand-dig area. Sweep the area in power mode. If receiver gives a strong signal response, a power line is interfering with transmitter signal. Receiver gain could be set too high or low. Lower or raise gain to locate the line. Also ensure that receiver is set to the correct mode. Target line has connections to other lines. Disconnect target line from other lines. Target line has connections to other lines. Disconnect target line from other lines. Signal is transferring to other lines. Lower the power level. Use direct connection, if possible, or use induction clamp. Move the ground stake away from the target line and away from other buried lines. Apply signal at the point where the target line is farthest from the other lines. Signal is transferring to other lines. Lower the power level. Use direct connection, if possible, or use induction clamp. Move the ground stake away from the target line and away from other buried lines. Apply signal at the point where the target line is farthest from the other lines. Three dashes appear on the display. See CARE AND ERROR CODES. Three dashes appear on the display. See CARE AND ERROR CODES.
300SR/ST - OPERATION LOCATE: BEACON LOCATE: BEACON 37 300SR/ST - OPERATION LOCATE: BEACON 37 LOCATE: BEACON If equipped, trace non-metallic pipes or conduits by locating and following a 29 kHz beacon signal. If equipped, trace non-metallic pipes or conduits by locating and following a 29 kHz beacon signal. IMPORTANT: Large metal objects and other signals (such as railroad signals or overhead power lines) can distort signal. IMPORTANT: Large metal objects and other signals (such as railroad signals or overhead power lines) can distort signal. Setup To set up for beacon location:
Setup To set up for beacon location:
1. Follow beacon manufacturers instructions on battery installation and testing beacon operation. 1. Follow beacon manufacturers instructions on battery installation and testing beacon operation. 2. Attach beacon to plumbers snake or flex rod. 2. Attach beacon to plumbers snake or flex rod. 38 300SR/ST - OPERATION LOCATE: BEACON 38 300SR/ST - OPERATION LOCATE: BEACON Technique 1. Turn on receiver. Technique 1. Turn on receiver. 2. Set antenna to peak. Set frequency to beacon mode. 2. Set antenna to peak. Set frequency to beacon mode. 3. Place the beacon into the pipe and move it down the pipe. 3. Place the beacon into the pipe and move it down the pipe. 4. To locate the beacon, circle over its approximate location in 4. To locate the beacon, circle over its approximate location in the pipe. the pipe. 5. To identify the location of beacon, find the spot with the 5. To identify the location of beacon, find the spot with the strongest signal response. 6. Rotate the receiver to determine which direction the beacon runs. IMPORTANT: Receiver indicates the strongest signal when handle is parallel with and directly over the beacon. strongest signal response. 6. Rotate the receiver to determine which direction the beacon runs. IMPORTANT: Receiver indicates the strongest signal when handle is parallel with and directly over the beacon. 7. Press the depth button. ss1133h.eps 7. Press the depth button. ss1133h.eps NOTICE: When estimating depth with a beacon in nonmetallic pipe, depth shown will be to the center of the beacon, not to the top of the pipe. NOTICE: When estimating depth with a beacon in nonmetallic pipe, depth shown will be to the center of the beacon, not to the top of the pipe. 8. Continue to track the beacon and take depth readings. Mark 8. Continue to track the beacon and take depth readings. Mark pipe location with paint. pipe location with paint. 300SR/ST - OPERATION LOCATE LINE: PASSIVE LOCATION 39 300SR/ST - OPERATION LOCATE LINE: PASSIVE LOCATION 39 LOCATE LINE: PASSIVE LOCATION LOCATE LINE: PASSIVE LOCATION Setup Setup To set up for passive location, turn on receiver. Choose the power or radio frequency, and select the best antenna configuration for your job. See Choose Antenna Configuration earlier in this chapter. To set up for passive location, turn on receiver. Choose the power or radio frequency, and select the best antenna configuration for your job. See Choose Antenna Configuration earlier in this chapter. Always check receiver battery level at startup. Always check receiver battery level at startup. Electric shock. Contacting electric lines will cause death or serious injury. Know location of lines and stay away. Electric shock. Contacting electric lines will cause death or serious injury. Know location of lines and stay away. NOTICE: Lines with no AC current flowing through them are hard to detect and dangerous because they still have voltage. To locate, turn on an appliance to cause current flow and use power mode, or use active or radio search methods. Do not use direct connect. NOTICE: Lines with no AC current flowing through them are hard to detect and dangerous because they still have voltage. To locate, turn on an appliance to cause current flow and use power mode, or use active or radio search methods. Do not use direct connect. 40 Technique Survey the Site 300SR/ST - OPERATION LOCATE LINE: PASSIVE LOCATION 40 300SR/ST - OPERATION LOCATE LINE: PASSIVE LOCATION Technique Survey the Site Make a visual check of the site for signs of buried lines such as:
Make a visual check of the site for signs of buried lines such as:
recent trenching buried line markers recent trenching buried line markers overhead lines that run down poles and underground overhead lines that run down poles and underground gas meters valve sights drains or manhole covers Sweep the Site Search the site by walking a grid pattern while holding receiver close to the ground. IMPORTANT: Keep the receiver vertical. gas meters valve sights drains or manhole covers Sweep the Site Search the site by walking a grid pattern while holding receiver close to the ground. IMPORTANT: Keep the receiver vertical. Focus the Signal Focus the Signal Move the receiver over the detected signal to find the strongest signal response. If using peak antenna mode, rotate the receiver until the signal is strongest. Strongest signal indicates line direction. Move the receiver over the detected signal to find the strongest signal response. If using peak antenna mode, rotate the receiver until the signal is strongest. Strongest signal indicates line direction.
300SR/ST - OPERATION LOCATE LINE: PASSIVE LOCATION Trace the Line Walk along the suspected path while moving the receiver back and forth across the area. IMPORTANT: Keep receiver handle perpendicular to the suspected line path. 41 300SR/ST - OPERATION LOCATE LINE: PASSIVE LOCATION 41 Trace the Line Walk along the suspected path while moving the receiver back and forth across the area. IMPORTANT: Keep receiver handle perpendicular to the suspected line path. ss1132.eps ss1132.eps Mark the Line Mark the Line Sweep, focus, and trace all detected signals in the area. Mark line paths with colored paint or flags. See the chart below for standard color markings for line locations or check local regulations. Utility electric gas/oil Color red yellow Marking Symbol
-E-
-G-
Sweep, focus, and trace all detected signals in the area. Mark line paths with colored paint or flags. See the chart below for standard color markings for line locations or check local regulations. Utility electric gas/oil Color red yellow Marking Symbol
-E-
-G-
communications orange
-TEL- or -TV-
communications orange
-TEL- or -TV-
water sewer blue green
-W-
-S-
water sewer blue green
-W-
-S-
42 300SR/ST - OPERATION LOCATE LINE: PASSIVE LOCATION 42 300SR/ST - OPERATION LOCATE LINE: PASSIVE LOCATION Special Situations Situation Signal is lost. Signal varies from low to high and is unstable. Receiver does not function properly. Three dashes appear on the display when depth button is pressed. What to try Walk in a circle to detect a tee or bend in the line. Check the transmitter connection. If connection is good and signal is still unstable, mark as a hand-dig area. Receiver gain could be set too high or low. Lower or raise gain to locate the line. See CARE AND ERROR CODES. Special Situations Situation Signal is lost. Signal varies from low to high and is unstable. Receiver does not function properly. Three dashes appear on the display when depth button is pressed. What to try Walk in a circle to detect a tee or bend in the line. Check the transmitter connection. If connection is good and signal is still unstable, mark as a hand-dig area. Receiver gain could be set too high or low. Lower or raise gain to locate the line. See CARE AND ERROR CODES. 300SR/ST - OPERATION FCC Statement -- Internal Transmitter 43 300SR/ST - OPERATION FCC Statement -- Internal Transmitter 43 FCC Statement -- Internal Transmitter FCC Statement -- Internal Transmitter This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection 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:
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection 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. Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. Increase the separation between equipment and receiver. Increase the separation between equipment and receiver. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. Section 15.19 (a) (1) states: Receivers associated with the operation of a licensed radio service, e.g. FM broadcast under Part 73 of this chapter, land mobile operation under Part 90, etc., shall bear the following statement in a conspicuous location on the device: This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the condition that this device does not cause harmful interference. Changes or modifications not expressly approved in writing by The Charles Machine Works, Inc. may void the users authority to operate this equipment. Section 15.19 (a) (1) states: Receivers associated with the operation of a licensed radio service, e.g. FM broadcast under Part 73 of this chapter, land mobile operation under Part 90, etc., shall bear the following statement in a conspicuous location on the device: This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the condition that this device does not cause harmful interference. Changes or modifications not expressly approved in writing by The Charles Machine Works, Inc. may void the users authority to operate this equipment.
44 300SR/ST - OPERATION FCC Statement -- Internal Transmitter 44 300SR/ST - OPERATION FCC Statement -- Internal Transmitter 300SR/ST - CARE AND ERROR CODES GENERAL CARE 45 300SR/ST - CARE AND ERROR CODES GENERAL CARE 45 CARE AND ERROR CODES CARE AND ERROR CODES Under normal operating conditions, receiver needs only minor maintenance. Following these care instructions can ensure longer equipment life. Under normal operating conditions, receiver needs only minor maintenance. Following these care instructions can ensure longer equipment life. GENERAL CARE GENERAL CARE Do not drop the equipment. Do not drop the equipment. Do not expose the equipment to high heat (such as in the rear window of a car). Clean equipment with a damp cloth and mild soap. Never use scouring powder. Do not expose the equipment to high heat (such as in the rear window of a car). Clean equipment with a damp cloth and mild soap. Never use scouring powder. Do not immerse in any liquid. Do not immerse in any liquid. Inspect housing daily for cracks or other damage. If housing is damaged, contact your Ditch Witch Subsite dealer for replacement. Inspect housing daily for cracks or other damage. If housing is damaged, contact your Ditch Witch Subsite dealer for replacement.
46 300SR/ST - CARE AND ERROR CODES ERROR CODES 46 300SR/ST - CARE AND ERROR CODES ERROR CODES ERROR CODES If three dashes appear in the display when pressing the depth button, one of the following could be possible:
The receiver is detecting a signal above it and cannot estimate depth. This message is usually caused by interfering signals. Try relocating target signal. Line is too deep for depth estimate. Mark as a hand-dig area. ss1125h.eps ERROR CODES If three dashes appear in the display when pressing the depth button, one of the following could be possible:
The receiver is detecting a signal above it and cannot estimate depth. This message is usually caused by interfering signals. Try relocating target signal. Line is too deep for depth estimate. Mark as a hand-dig area. ss1125h.eps Line is too shallow for depth estimate. Select lowest usable transmitter power level or lift receiver high enough to return display to normal operation. Relocate line and verify with null antenna. Line is too shallow for depth estimate. Select lowest usable transmitter power level or lift receiver high enough to return display to normal operation. Relocate line and verify with null antenna. If three dots appear in the display when pressing the depth button, contact your Ditch Witch Subsite dealer. If three dots appear in the display when pressing the depth button, contact your Ditch Witch Subsite dealer. ss1139h.eps ss1139h.eps
300SR/ST - SPECIFICATIONS 300 RECEIVER 47 300SR/ST - SPECIFICATIONS 300 RECEIVER 47 SPECIFICATIONS SPECIFICATIONS 300 RECEIVER L W 300 RECEIVER L W H H Dimensions Length Width Height Operating weight U.S. 11.5 in 4.0 in 27.5 in 5.0 lb Metric 700 mm 100 mm 290 mm 2.3 kg Dimensions Length Width Height Operating weight U.S. 11.5 in 4.0 in 27.5 in 5.0 lb Metric 700 mm 100 mm 290 mm 2.3 kg 48 300SR/ST - SPECIFICATIONS 300 RECEIVER 48 300SR/ST - SPECIFICATIONS 300 RECEIVER Operation Operating temperature range Antenna configurations Audio output Operating modes Metric
-20C to 50C U.S.
-4F to 122F peak, null speaker Active line: 8 kHz or 29 kHz Beacon (locate/depth only): 29 kHz option only Passive line: 50 Hz or 60 Hz, no depth available Radio: passive locate only, no depth available Locating ranges Lines Beacons Maximum depth ranges**
Active line 5%
Active line 10%
Beacon 5%
LCD backlight 15 ft 10 ft 4.6 m 3 m
.5 - 10 ft
.15 - 3 m 10 ft and deeper 3 m and deeper
.5 - 10 ft
.15 - 3 m LED (green) Operation Operating temperature range Antenna configurations Audio output Operating modes Metric
-20C to 50C U.S.
-4F to 122F peak, null speaker Active line: 8 kHz or 29 kHz Beacon (locate/depth only): 29 kHz option only Passive line: 50 Hz or 60 Hz, no depth available Radio: passive locate only, no depth available Locating ranges Lines Beacons Maximum depth ranges**
Active line 5%
Active line 10%
Beacon 5%
LCD backlight 15 ft 10 ft 4.6 m 3 m
.5 - 10 ft
.15 - 3 m 10 ft and deeper 3 m and deeper
.5 - 10 ft
.15 - 3 m LED (green)
**Locators are calibrated to these tolerances under ideal test field conditions. Actual operating field conditions may have signal distortions or may contain noise sources which result in depth estimate accuracy that is less than specified.
**Locators are calibrated to these tolerances under ideal test field conditions. Actual operating field conditions may have signal distortions or may contain noise sources which result in depth estimate accuracy that is less than specified. 300SR/ST - SPECIFICATIONS 300 RECEIVER 49 300SR/ST - SPECIFICATIONS 300 RECEIVER 49 Batteries Batteries 6 C-cell alkaline Batteries Batteries 6 C-cell alkaline Battery life (continuous use at 70F [21C]) approximately 40 hours Battery life (continuous use at 70F [21C]) approximately 40 hours Battery saver unit shuts off after 5 minutes of inactivity Battery saver unit shuts off after 5 minutes of inactivity 50 300SR/ST - SPECIFICATIONS 300 TRANSMITTER 50 300SR/ST - SPECIFICATIONS 300 TRANSMITTER 300 TRANSMITTER 300 TRANSMITTER L W L W OFF ON/
OUTPUT POWER OFF ON/
OUTPUT POWER H H 300TRANSMITTER 300TRANSMITTER ss1128h.eps ss1128h.eps Dimensions Length Width Height Operating weight Operation Operating temperature range Maximum power output Operating modes: 8 kHz or 29 kHz Batteries Batteries Battery life (continuous use at low power level) U.S. 12.25 in 4.5 in 9.25 in 5.0 lb U.S.
-4F to 122F 1 watt Metric 311 mm 114 mm 235 mm 2.3 kg Metric
-20C to 50C 1 watt 6 D-cell alkaline approximately 150 hours Dimensions Length Width Height Operating weight Operation Operating temperature range Maximum power output Operating modes: 8 kHz or 29 kHz Batteries Batteries Battery life (continuous use at low power level) U.S. 12.25 in 4.5 in 9.25 in 5.0 lb U.S.
-4F to 122F 1 watt Metric 311 mm 114 mm 235 mm 2.3 kg Metric
-20C to 50C 1 watt 6 D-cell alkaline approximately 150 hours 300SR/ST - WARRANTY 51 300SR/ST - WARRANTY 51 WARRANTY WARRANTY Ditch Witch Subsite Electronics Limited Product Warranty Policy Ditch Witch Subsite Electronics Limited Product Warranty Policy Warranty Periods New Product Warranty Periods New Product A twelve-month period starts on the date of delivery to the end user:
A twelve-month period starts on the date of delivery to the end user:
Trackers: 750 Tracker Transmitters: 300ST, 950T, 75T Fault Finders: AF1, FT12 Remote Displays: 750 Display Receivers: 300SR, 950R, 75R, EML Trackers: 750 Tracker Transmitters: 300ST, 950T, 75T Fault Finders: AF1, FT12 Remote Displays: 750 Display Receivers: 300SR, 950R, 75R, EML A six-month period starts on the date of delivery to the end user:
Beacons: 11B, 86B, 86BH, 86BHL, SBRP, 822B, 822BH, 910B A six-month period starts on the date of delivery to the end user:
Beacons: 11B, 86B, 86BH, 86BHL, SBRP, 822B, 822BH, 910B A three-month period starts on the date of delivery to the end user:
A three-month period starts on the date of delivery to the end user:
Beacons: BI Accessories: cables, clamps, canoes, and adapters Beacons: BI Accessories: cables, clamps, canoes, and adapters Used Product (Cosmetics) Used Product (Cosmetics) A three-month warranty starts on the date of delivery to the end user. (Non-
returnable) All used products have an RS added after the serial number. A three-month warranty starts on the date of delivery to the end user. (Non-
returnable) All used products have an RS added after the serial number. Service and Repair Service and Repair A one-month warranty on labor starts on the date the unit is repaired, and a three-
month warranty on parts starts on the date the unit is repaired for all products. A one-month warranty on labor starts on the date the unit is repaired, and a three-
month warranty on parts starts on the date the unit is repaired for all products. Extended Warranty Extended Warranty The extended warranty may be purchased at the time the equipment is sold or within thirty days of ownership. The extension is for an additional twenty-four months, for a total coverage of thirty-six months. The extended warranty may be purchased at the time the equipment is sold or within thirty days of ownership. The extension is for an additional twenty-four months, for a total coverage of thirty-six months. 52 300SR/ST - WARRANTY 52 300SR/ST - WARRANTY Details and Exclusions Details and Exclusions The warranty includes only Ditch Witch Subsite products and accessories that are manufactured and distributed by Ditch Witch Subsite Electronics. The warranty compensates on defects in material or workmanship. The warranty includes only Ditch Witch Subsite products and accessories that are manufactured and distributed by Ditch Witch Subsite Electronics. The warranty compensates on defects in material or workmanship.
Defects will be determined through inspection by Ditch Witch Subsite
Defects will be determined through inspection by Ditch Witch Subsite Electronics or authorized repair centers. Original purchaser must make the defective item available for inspection within 30 days of the date the part fails. The warranty is limited to replacement of the defective part. The replacement part may be new or remanufactured. Repair and removal of defective part and installation will be at no charge when product or item is delivered to Ditch Witch Subsite Electronics or an authorized repair center. The product or item will be returned at no charge for return freight. The warranty periods do not represent the useful life of Ditch Witch Subsite Electronics products and accessories. If Ditch Witch Subsite products are purchased for commercial purposes, as defined by the commerical code, no warranties extend beyond the specific terms set forth in this limited warranty. All other provisions of this limited warranty apply, including duties imposed. Electronics or authorized repair centers. Original purchaser must make the defective item available for inspection within 30 days of the date the part fails. The warranty is limited to replacement of the defective part. The replacement part may be new or remanufactured. Repair and removal of defective part and installation will be at no charge when product or item is delivered to Ditch Witch Subsite Electronics or an authorized repair center. The product or item will be returned at no charge for return freight. The warranty periods do not represent the useful life of Ditch Witch Subsite Electronics products and accessories. If Ditch Witch Subsite products are purchased for commercial purposes, as defined by the commerical code, no warranties extend beyond the specific terms set forth in this limited warranty. All other provisions of this limited warranty apply, including duties imposed.
Ditch Witch Subsite products have been tested to deliver acceptable
Ditch Witch Subsite products have been tested to deliver acceptable performance in most conditions. This limited warranty applies to the original purchaser only. Some states or jurisdictions do not allow exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so above limitation may not apply. This limited warranty gives original purchaser specific rights that vary from state to state or jurisdiction to jurisdiction. The Ditch Witch Subsite Equipment Registration Form must be completed for each serial numbered product and submitted to Ditch Witch Subsite Electronics. The information on the form is used to establish the warranty period start date. performance in most conditions. This limited warranty applies to the original purchaser only. Some states or jurisdictions do not allow exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so above limitation may not apply. This limited warranty gives original purchaser specific rights that vary from state to state or jurisdiction to jurisdiction. The Ditch Witch Subsite Equipment Registration Form must be completed for each serial numbered product and submitted to Ditch Witch Subsite Electronics. The information on the form is used to establish the warranty period start date.
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When the Ditch Witch Subsite Equipment Registration Form is not processed
When the Ditch Witch Subsite Equipment Registration Form is not processed and received by Ditch Witch Subsite Electronics, the Ditch Witch Subsite shipping date is used to establish the warranty period start date. Product inspection and estimates may require that the unit be disassembled and tested. and received by Ditch Witch Subsite Electronics, the Ditch Witch Subsite shipping date is used to establish the warranty period start date. Product inspection and estimates may require that the unit be disassembled and tested.
Out-of-warranty inspection costs include labor accrued at the full labor rate plus
Out-of-warranty inspection costs include labor accrued at the full labor rate plus return freight. Approved out-of-warranty repair costs include parts, labor accrued at full labor rate, plus return freight. return freight. Approved out-of-warranty repair costs include parts, labor accrued at full labor rate, plus return freight. Revision D, March 2002 Revision D, March 2002
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1 | Effective |
2002-06-21
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1 | Applicant's complete, legal business name |
Charles Machine Works Inc, The
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1 | FCC Registration Number (FRN) |
0006882450
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1 | Physical Address |
1959 West Fir Avenue
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Perry, Oklahoma 73077
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United States
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h******@tuvam.com
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1 | TCB Scope |
A1: Low Power Transmitters below 1 GHz (except Spread Spectrum), Unintentional Radiators, EAS (Part 11) & Consumer ISM devices
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ITQ
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1 | Equipment Product Code |
CMW-300ST
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1 | Name |
G**** D**** W********
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1 | Title |
EMC Engineer
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1 | Telephone Number |
580-5********
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580-5********
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g******@ditchwitch.com
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1 | Does this application include a request for confidentiality for any portion(s) of the data contained in this application pursuant to 47 CFR § 0.459 of the Commission Rules?: | Yes | ||||
1 | Long-Term Confidentiality Does this application include a request for confidentiality for any portion(s) of the data contained in this application pursuant to 47 CFR § 0.459 of the Commission Rules?: | No | ||||
if no date is supplied, the release date will be set to 45 calendar days past the date of grant. | ||||||
app s | Cognitive Radio & Software Defined Radio, Class, etc | |||||
1 | Is this application for software defined/cognitive radio authorization? | No | ||||
1 | Equipment Class | DCD - Part 15 Low Power Transmitter Below 1705 kHz | ||||
1 | Description of product as it is marketed: (NOTE: This text will appear below the equipment class on the grant) | 300ST Transmitter | ||||
1 | Related OET KnowledgeDataBase Inquiry: Is there a KDB inquiry associated with this application? | No | ||||
1 | Modular Equipment Type | Does not apply | ||||
1 | Purpose / Application is for | Original Equipment | ||||
1 | Composite Equipment: Is the equipment in this application a composite device subject to an additional equipment authorization? | No | ||||
1 | Related Equipment: Is the equipment in this application part of a system that operates with, or is marketed with, another device that requires an equipment authorization? | No | ||||
1 | Is there an equipment authorization waiver associated with this application? | No | ||||
1 | If there is an equipment authorization waiver associated with this application, has the associated waiver been approved and all information uploaded? | No | ||||
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TUV SUD America - Product Service
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J******** S****
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651-6********
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651-6********
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