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Instructions, Functions and Warranty Information

Pipe & Cable Locator

Variable Frequency Series

User ManualUser Manual

(920) 347.1788 www.ssilocators.com

No part of this manual may be reproduced, copied, modified or adapted, without the prior written consent of

the SubSurface Instruments, Inc.

Please contact SubSurface Instruments, Inc. to request permission for reproduction and use of this manual

for training purposes.

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Table of Contents............................................... 03

Introduction ....................................................... 04

Disclaimer of Liability ......................................... 04

Important Notices .............................................. 04

Compliance ....................................................... 05

Prepare for Use ................................................. 06

Programming Frequencies .................................. 07

PL-VF3 Transmitter Controls and Indicators .......... 08

PL-VF10 Transmitter Controls and Indicators......... 09

Direct Connect................................................... 10

Hard Coupler Connection................................... 10

Inductive Connection.......................................... 11

Blind Search ...................................................... 11

Selecting the Tracing Signal................................ 12

Receiver Controls & Indicators ............................ 13

Remote Controls ................................................ 14

Selecting the Locating Mode .............................. 15

Peak Locating Mode .......................................... 15 - 16

Null Locating Mode ........................................... 16

Left/Right Auto-Gain Mode ................................ 17

Absolute Signal Strength .................................... 17

Gain Level Indication ......................................... 17

Passive 50/60 Hz Locating................................. 18

Passive Radio Frequency Locating....................... 18

Passive Rectifier CP Locating............................... 18

Push Button Depth.............................................. 19

Depth Measurement 45º Angle Method.............. 20

Current Measurement......................................... 21

Tilted Magnetic Field Identification...................... 21

Locating a Sonde or Camera Head..................... 22

Attaching a Push Device to the Sonde................. 22

Locating a Sonde............................................... 23

Depth Measurement Camera Head or Sonde...... 24

A-Frame Controls & Indicators ............................ 25

Fault Locating with A-Frame .............................. 26 - 27

Fault Beneath Paved Surface ............................. 28

PL-VF3 Transmitter & Receiver Specifications........ 29

PL-VF10 Transmitter & Receiver Specifications...... 30

Factory Service.................................................. 31

Warranty........................................................... 31

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Congratulations on the purchase of your new SubSurface Instruments, Inc. PL-VF Series Cable, Pipe &

A-Frame Locator. The PL-VF Locator is specially designed to detect conductors such as buried pipes &

cables. This device may detect buried power cables, CATV cables, gas and water pipes, sewer lines,

telecommunication lines, fiber optic cables with sheath, sondes, inspection camera transmitters. You have

chosen a quality product that is designed for years of field use without the need for annual or periodic

calibration and service.

The basic principle of the locator's operation is as follows:

The TransmiTTer emits a signal to a conductive cable or pipe. The receiver detects the electromagnetic field

that is generated by the transmitted signal. You can locate the relative position of the buried utility by

following the tracing signal.

To help ensure the best locating results, please read & understand the manual in its entirety before using

the product.

SubSurface Instruments, Inc. Shall not be liable to Distributor, Re-Seller, or any other person for any

incidental, indirect, special, exemplary or consequential damages, or injury of any type whatsoever, and

caused directly or indirectly by Products sold or supplied by SubSurface Instruments, Inc..

Failure to follow these warning could result in serious injury or death.

Only persons qualied and trained to operate cable & pipe locators may operate this equipment.

Follow appropriate safety procedure, your companies policies and applicable safety codes and/or laws.

Do not connect to utilities, cables or pipes without authorization and training.

Use tool only for intended purpose as described in this manual

Do not expose tool to rain or moisture.

Do not expose to hazardous chemicals, hazardous gas or explosive environment.

SHOCK HAZARD - Lethal voltages may be present at the transmitter's output. Turn off transmitter before

touching test lead or any un-insulated conductor. Make connection to ground and target conductor before

turning on transmitter.

SHOCK HAZARD - Do not connect to live voltage or active utility lines. De-energize any circuits in or around

the work area.

This tool is designed to detect electromagnetic eld emitted from cables and buried metallic utilities. There are

buried cables, pipes, and utilities this instrument CANNOT detect.

LOCATING is not an exact science. The only certain way to be sure of the existence, location, or depth of

buried utilities is to carefully expose (dig up) the utility.

WARNING!

introduCtion

disClaimer ofliability

important notiCes

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fCC ComplIanCe Statement

This equipment complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.

Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

(1) The equipment may not cause harmful interference.

(2) The equipment must accept any interference received, including interference that may

cause undesired operation.

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant

to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful

interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses,

and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction

manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a

residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the

interference at this own expense.

Modifications: Any modifications made to this equipment not approved by SubSurface Instruments, Inc.

may void the authority granted to the user by the FCC to operate this equipment.

InduStry Canada ComplIanCe Statement

CAN ICES-3(A) Class A Notice:

This Class A digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.

Avis NMB-003, Classe A:

Cet appareil numérique de la classe A est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada

ComplianCe

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Unpack your new PL-VF Locator. Make sure there is no shipping damage and all the parts are included.

Locate the battery compartment on the back of the of the receiver and on the bottom of the TransmiTTer.

Open the compartments using a Phillips screwdriver. If your unit is a rechargeable system, remove the

terminal isolation paper to allow the battery spring to contact the battery terminal.

If the unit is configured for alkaline batteries, Install the six alkaline “C” batteries as marked in the receiver

and twelve “D” (10W TX) or 8 "C" (3W TX) batteries as marked in the TransmiTTer.

For rechargeable units, please charge for at least 5 hours before use. Remove the terminal isolation paper

inside the battery compartments to allow the battery spring to contact the battery terminal.

Note: For longer battery life and reliable operation under adverse conditions, use only alkaline batteries.

Note: The battery type used must be selected in the programming menu of the transmitter and the receiver.

For instructions on how to navigate through the menu, please see page 7.

This instrument is under warranty for 1 year from the date of delivery against defects in

material and workmanship (EXCEPT BATTERIES). We will repair or replace products that

prove to be defective during warranty period.

By registering your unit online at http://www.ssilocators.com/warranty-registration within

one month (30 Days) of purchase, SubSurface Instruments, Inc. will extend the warranty

period from 1 year to 4 years.

This warranty is void if, after having received the instrument in good condition, it is subjected to abuse,

unauthorized alterations or casual repair.

No other warranty is expressed or implied. The warranty described in this paragraph shall be in lieu of

any other warranty, including but not limited to, any implied warranty of merchantability or fitness for a

particular purpose. We are not liable for consequential damages.

Please Fill up all the fields on our online registration to keep better track of your

warranty and allow us to help you with any questions or concerns in a better and

accurate way.

SubSurface Instruments Team.

prepare for use

sCan the Qr Code to register online

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To select the desired frequency set for Software verSIonS 3.43 and Greater:

• Press and hold depressed the power onButton.

• Pressing the frequenCy Button will toggle through available configurations. Repeat pressing until 'U5' is displayed in

the Frequency Indicator section of the LCD.

• Release the power onButton. 'PRO' will be displayed on the LCD.

• Press the frequenCy Button to toggle through the available frequencies.

• To select and store the desired frequency press and hold the frequenCy Button for 2 seconds. The count of the

selected frequency will be displayed on the LCD.

• Continue to toggle through and select the desired frequencies,

• Press the power onButton to shut the unit off. This will save the selected frequencies for availability during normal

operation.

The PL-VF operating modes, frequencies and other functions are user programmable and can be changed at anytime

through a quick selection process in the programming menu.

To select the programming options for Software verSIonS 5.7 and Greater:

• With the unit on, press and hold the power onbutton for 2 seconds. Once released "PRO"' will be displayed

at the top of the LCD.

• To scroll through the main menu headings, press the frequenCy Key.

• To enter a selection's sub-menu press the uparrow (GaIn up) Key.

• To browse a selection’s menu, press the frequenCy.

• Once the desired option is selected, exiting the sub-menu will save the selection.

• To exit a selection's sub-menu use the down arrow (GaIn down)button.

• Exit the programming menu from the main menu by pressing the power onbutton. This returns the receiver to

the normal operation mode.

Changing preset funCtions, modes & freQuenCies

reCeiver

transmitter

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TX OUTPUT JACK

The Red/Black Cord and Hard Coupler connects here to create a circuit on the buried utility.

FREQUENCY SELECTOR

This button toggles through the available frequencies. The selected frequency is displayed on the LCD.

When dual frequency transmission options are selected, indicated by the F1 & F2 icons to the right

large numeric segments, the frequencies will flash from one to another.

SIGNAL INDICATOR (visual & audible)

The Signal Indicator symbol flashes to indicate signal output.

The quick triple beep audible tone indicates the circuit is open and no signal is being transmitted. A

steady continuous beep indicates a closed circuit and signal is transmitted . When the indicator blinks

4 times per second, it is indicating a nearly short circuit. When the indicator blinks 1 time every 10

seconds, it is indicating a nearly open circuit.

ON/OFF & OUTPUT SIGNAL LEVEL CONTROL

The ON/OFF & OUTPUT SIGNAL LEVEL CONTROL turns the unit on. With a short press it will adjust

the power output from the Transmitter. There are 3 selections on the standard power settings. Holding

down the Output Signal Level button for 2 Seconds will turn the unit off.

High Power Output is a SHOCK HAZARD - Lethal voltages at the transmitter's output. Turn off

transmitter before touching test lead or any un-insulated conductor. Make connection to ground and

target conductor before turning on transmitter.

SIGNAL INFORMATION SELECTOR

The unit can display the relative resistance, current and voltage of the transmitted signal. The resistance

is based on the feed back from the selected frequency and is not an actual impedance meter. The

selections can be toggled by pressing the SIGnal InformatIon button.

WARNING!

Output Signal Indicator

Inactive Port

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DFF

kHz

F. 1

F. 2

DFF

kHz

F.1

F.2

Frequency Selector

Battery Condition Indicator

Signal Indicators

Power On & Off &

Output Signal

Level Control

Tx Output Jack

Frequency

Indicator

Relative Resistance,

Voltage, Current

pl-vf3 transmitter Controls & indiCators

CAUTION

Lethal Voltages May Be Present

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CAUTION

Lethal Voltages May Be Present

OUTPUT JACK

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TX OUTPUT JACK

The Red/Black Cord, Hard Coupler connects here to create a circuit on the buried utility.

FREQUENCY SELECTOR

This button toggles through the available frequencies. The selected frequency is displayed on the LCD.

When dual frequency transmission options are selected, indicated by the F1 & F2 icons to the right

large numeric segments, the frequencies will flash from one to another.

SIGNAL INDICATOR (visual & audible)

The Signal Indicator symbol flashes to indicate signal output.

The quick triple beep audible tone indicates the circuit is open and no signal is being transmitted. A

steady continuous beep indicates a closed circuit and signal is transmitted . When the indicator blinks

4 times per second, it is indicating a nearly short circuit. When the indicator blinks 1 time every 10

seconds, it is indicating a nearly open circuit.

ON/OFF & OUTPUT SIGNAL LEVEL CONTROL

The ON/OFF & OUTPUT SIGNAL LEVEL CONTROL turns the unit on. With a short press it will adjust

the power output from the Transmitter. There are 3 selections on the standard power settings. Holding

down the Output Signal Level button for 2 Seconds will turn the unit off.

High Power Output is a SHOCK HAZARD - Lethal voltages at the transmitter's output. Turn off

transmitter before touching test lead or any un-insulated conductor. Make connection to ground and

target conductor before turning on transmitter.

SIGNAL INFORMATION SELECTOR

The unit can display the relative resistance, current and voltage of the transmitted signal. The resistance

is based on the feed back from the selected frequency and is not an actual impedance meter. The

selections can be toggled by pressing the SIGNAL INFORMATION button.

WARNING!

pl-vf10 transmitter Controls & indiCators

Load Rate IndicatorOutput Level IndicatorLi-Ion Battery AC Recharge Port

Tx Output Jack

Frequency Selector

Power On &

Output Signal

Level Control

Relative Resistance,

Volt, Current

Battery

Condition Indicator

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Direct Connection is the most reliable method of signal application. This method is relatively free of

interference. The greatest amount of signal strength can be achieved by this method. Low, mid, and

high frequency may be used. The far end of the utility must be grounded.

Connect the red teSt Cord to an existing ground

point or an exposed metallic section of the utility.

Place the Ground rod approximately 10 feet

from this point, at an angle of 90º to the buried

cable or pipe. Push the Ground rod into the

ground 8 to 10 inches. Connect the BlaCK teSt

Cord to the Ground rod.

Plug the red/Black TesT cord into the tX

output JaCK. Select the desired frequency. The

Signal Output Indicator will flash once signal is

established.

The Hard Coupler is very easy to use, and services do not have to be interrupted. The operation range

is shorter than for Direct Connection methods. The tracing signal can be affected by neighboring cables

and pipes. The Red/Black Test Cord or the Ground Rod Prove (GPR) are not needed for this method.

Successful coupler operation requires an insulated conductor that is grounded on both near and far

ends.

Clamp the Hard Coupler around the cable.

It is important to connect the coupler around

the cable needing to be traced. Connect the

coupler around the wire closer to the outgoing

cable not near the system ground. The result

will be a stronger signal. By connecting near

the grounding, the range will also be shorter,

and difficulty may arise determining one cable

from another.

Plug the Coupler into the tX output JaCK.

Some couplers are frequency specific, others can operate on medium and high frequencies.

CAUTION DO NOT CONNECT TO LIVE OR

ENERGIZED POWER CABLES

Transmitter

Red cord connects to utility

(unbond this end for best results)

Buried Utility

to Locate

Far end of

buried utility

must be bonded

Black cord connects

to transmitter ground rod

Transmitter

Inductive Coupler

Wraps Utility

Buried Utility

to Locate

Far End of

Buried Utility

Must Be Bonded

Near End of

Buried Utility

Must Be Bonded

direCt ConneCtion

hard Coupler ConneCtion

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