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RIDGID SeekTech ST-33Q+ Operator's Manual

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  • Page 1 Operator’s Manual ST-33QR SeekTech WARNING! Read this Operator’s Man- ual carefully before using this tool. Failure to under- stand and follow the con- ST-33QR SeekTech tents of this manual may result in electrical shock, Serial fire and/or serious injury. Original Instructions – English – 1 GlobalTestSupply www.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Introduction Regulatory Statements ............................... 4 Safety Symbols ................................4 General Safety Rules Work Area Safety ................................ 5 Electrical Safety ................................5 Personal Safety ................................5 Equipment Use and Care ............................6 Battery Use and Care ..............................6 Specific Safety Information ST-33Q+ Safety ................................
  • Page 3 Customizing Settings Auto-shutdown Setting .............................. 24 Frequencies ................................24 Custom Frequencies ..............................25 Odometer.................................. 26 Reset to Factory Default ............................27 Software Updating ST-33Q+ Software ............................. 27 Maintenance Cleaning ................................... 28 Accessories ................................28 Transport and Storage .............................. 28 Service and Repair ..............................29 Disposal ..................................

  • Page 4: Regulatory Statements

    Introduction Safety Symbols In this operator’s manual and on the product, safety sym- The warnings, cautions, and instructions dis- bols and signal words are used to communicate import- cussed in this operator’s manual cannot cover ant safety information. This section is provided to im- all possible conditions and situations which prove understanding of these signal words and symbols.

  • Page 5: General Safety Rules

    General Safety Rules Personal Safety • Stay alert, watch what you are doing, and use com- WARNING mon sense when operating equipment. Do not use Read all safety warnings and instructions. Failure to equipment while you are tired or under the influence of follow the warnings and instructions may result in drugs, alcohol, or medication.

  • Page 6: Equipment Use And Care

    Equipment Use and Care Battery Use and Care • Do not force equipment. Use the correct equipment • Use equipment only with specifically designated for your application. The correct equipment will do the battery packs. Use of any other battery packs may job better and safer at the rate for which it is designed.

  • Page 7: Specific Safety Information

    ST-33Q+ to reduce RIDGID-SeekTech receiver to find buried conductors the risk of electrical shock, fire, or other serious in- such as pipes, cables, and wires. Connect the ST-33Q+ jury.

  • Page 8: Specifications

    Components Specifications Weight without batteries 5 kg [11 lb] Grounding Stake Dimensions Lead Clip Depth 202 mm [8 in] Width 432 mm [17 in] Height 421 mm [16.6 in] 0.4 m – 7.6 m Coil cable length [1.4 ft – 25 ft] Output power Display Screen 18 V Li-Ion battery/...

  • Page 9: Keypad Legend

    Keypad Legend Screen Icon Legend Name Function Icon Definition Toggle between Inductive Available Frequencies Inductive Mode and Direct Connect Mode Key Mode. Frequency not available, in use, or locked Up Arrow Key Move up or increase. Activate a frequency or select Sub Menus Select Key highlighted menu choices.

  • Page 10: Pre-Operation Inspection

    Pre-Operation Inspection Work Area and Equipment Set Up WARNING WARNING Before each use, inspect the ST-33Q+ and correct Set up the ST-33Q+ and work area in accordance any problems to reduce the risk of serious injury with these procedures to reduce the risk of serious from electrical shock, fire, and other causes and to injury from electrical shock, fire, and other causes prevent damage to the ST-33Q+.

  • Page 11: Kick Stand Positioning

    If the internal temperature reaches 80°C [176°F], signal output is immediately sus- pended. Power off the ST-33Q+ to avoid damage and in- jury and contact a RIDGID Independent Authorized Ser- vice Center before using the ST-33Q+ again. English – 11 GlobalTestSupply www.

  • Page 12: Powering The St-33Q

    Powering the ST-33Q+ D-Cell Battery Power New alkaline D-cell batteries, with a load of 100 Ω at a WARNING frequency of 8 kHz and a power level of 100 mA, can Disconnect external leads from any energized utility power the ST-33Q+ for approximately 17.5 hours. Actual before opening the battery compartment.

  • Page 13: Operating Instructions

    Operating Instructions Bluetooth Connection Bluetooth connectivity with a SeekTech SR-24 receiv- ® WARNING er or other Bluetooth enabled SeekTech receiver allows users to remotely set frequencies, output power, turn the ST-33Q+ on and off, or know if the ST-33Q+ has turned off unexpectedly.
  • Page 14 Bluetooth Connection Range The ST-33Q+ and SR-24 work best when kept with- Connecting the Devices in 200 m [656 ft] of each other while connected by Bluetooth. The quality of the connection between devic- To connect the devices, follow these steps: es may be affected by a number of factors including dis- 4.
  • Page 15 Disconnecting the Devices Once a connection is made, the transmitter automatically powers on. When connected, the Bluetooth icon is vis- The two devices remain connected until manually discon- ible on both the transmitter’s and the receiver’s screens. nected. To disconnect the devices, follow these steps: On the transmitter, a chain link image confirms that the 1.
  • Page 16 Powering the Transmitter Transmitter Control Screen When the two units are connected with Bluetooth, pow- When the devices are connected, you can see the trans- ering the receiver on or off automatically powers the mitter’s screen from the receiver. The transmitter control transmitter on or off.
  • Page 17 Direct Connect Mode and Inductive Mode Output Power To remotely set the transmitter to direct connect mode or Higher output settings produce a stronger signal for the inductive mode using the receiver, open the transmitter receiver, but reduces battery life for the transmitter. Only control screen.

  • Page 18: Locate

    Locate 3. Follow the instructions in the receiver’s Operator’s Manual to power on and use the receiver. Ensure Note: When the ST-33Q+ is powered on and in Direct the frequency on the receiver matches the ST-33Q+. Connect Mode, only hold the cable leads by the plas- If the receiver signal increases when held near the tic sheathing.

  • Page 19: Direct Connect Mode

    Direct Connect Mode 3. At the target conductor, scrape away any dirt, paint, corrosion, or other coatings and attach the other Direct Connect Mode is most commonly used when the cable lead clip with either the teeth or the magnet. target utility is readily accessible.

  • Page 20: High Output Mode

    High Output Mode Inductive Clamp Mode Higher output settings produce a stronger signal for the Read the Operator’s Manual for the Inductive Clamp be- receiver, but reduces battery life. Only use 1,000 mA fore using it with the ST-33Q+. It includes important safe- High Output Mode if using an 18 V Li-Ion rechargeable ty information and operating instructions.

  • Page 21: Inductive Mode

    Inductive Mode 3. Place the jaws of the inductive clamp around the target conductor, ensuring that they close com- Disconnect the lead clips from any external conductors pletely. The LEDs on the clamp are lit when the jaws before switching the ST-33Q+ to Inductive Mode. If the are closed and the ST-33Q+ is powered on.
  • Page 22 Self-Tuning Transmitter 2. Press the Power key to power on the ST-33Q+. Press the Inductive Mode key to toggle the In Inductive Mode, the ST-33Q+ self-tunes by modifying ST-33Q+ between Direct Connect Mode and Induc- its own circuit to resonate at a frequency that matches tive Mode.

  • Page 23: Air-Coupling

    Air-Coupling Testing for Air-Coupling Any transmitter in Inductive Mode generates a field To test for air-coupling, tilt the locator at a 45 degree through the air around it; including the ground under- angle towards the ST-33Q+ and ensure the lower an- neath.

  • Page 24: Helpful Hints

    Customizing Settings Helpful Hints • As a general guideline, using lower frequencies with Access the Tools Menu from the Main Menu to the least amount of current and a clear signal will customize the following settings: produce the best locating results. Start with a low frequency if tracing long distances or when receiving LCD Setting too much bleed-over onto other utilities.

  • Page 25: Custom Frequencies

    Custom Frequencies 3. Move all the way to the left of the screen to access a drop-down list stored frequencies. Press the Up The ST-33Q+ can accept 40 custom frequencies for use and Down Arrow keys to move through the list. in either Direct Connect Mode or Inductive Clamp Mode.

  • Page 26: Odometer

    Odometer Editing a Custom Frequency Select the Odometer option from the Tools To edit a custom frequency, highlight it in the frequency Menu to make changes used for system diagnosis or to list and press the Frequency key access operations data. When the editing screen appears, press the Up and Down Arrow keys to edit each digit.

  • Page 27: Reset To Factory Default

    Software Reset to Factory Default Note: Restoring the factory default settings will not erase Software updates for the ST-33Q+ are released through user-defined frequencies or reset the Odometer stored HQ. You must register your ST-33Q+ in HQ’s Equipment values. Locker to receive updates. From the Information screen, press the Select key bring up the option to restore the ST-33Q+ to the default factory settings.

  • Page 28: Maintenance Cleaning

    ST-33Q+. To reduce the risk of serious injury, only use accesso- ries specifically designed and recommended for use with the ST-33Q+. • RIDGID SeekTech SR-20 • RIDGID SeekTech SR-24 • RIDGID SeekTech SR-60 • SeekTech Inductive Clamp 3.

  • Page 29: Service And Repair

    For information on your nearest RIDGID Independent RIDGID rechargeable batteries. Service Center or any service or repair questions: In the U.S. and Canada, RIDGID and other battery sup- pliers use the Call2Recycle® program network of over 30,000 collection locations to collect and recycle re- chargeable batteries.

  • Page 30: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Problem Solution Check orientation of batteries. ST-33Q+ will not power on. Check that batteries are charged. Check that the battery contacts are clean and unbent. Check that the circuit is complete. Check that the transmitter is in the correct mode. See the descriptions for Direct Connect Mode, Inductive Mode, and Inductive Clamp Mode.
  • Page 31 Appendix: Frequencies Used by Other Manufacturers Frequencies Used by Other Manufacturers Company Named Frequencies Exact Measured Frequency 577 Hz 577 Hz 8 kHz 8,192 Hz 3M Dynatel 33 kHz 32,768 Hz 200 kHz 200,000 Hz 820 Hz 821 Hz Fisher Labs 8.2 kHz 8,217 Hz 82 kHz...

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