Check The Receiver; Operation; Useful Operating Tips; Direct-Connect Method - RIDGID SeekTech ST-305 Operator's Manual

SeekTech ST-305

Check the Receiver

Confirm that the transmitter and receiver are set to the same
frequency� Hold the receiver near the transmitter cables and
confirm a signal is being received�

Operation

Useful Operating Tips

• The lower the resistance, the more current will be put on
the line� A good circuit is one that allows enough current
to flow so that the locator gets a solid, clear signal�
• To help lower the resistance of the circuit, scrape away
dirt, paint, and corrosion before connecting to the target
conductor or to the grounding spike�
• A good ground has lower resistance, which allows more
current and a stronger signal� For a better connection
to ground, insert the grounding spike as far as possible�
Moist ground is a better conductor than dry soil, so try
wetting the area if necessary�
• The transmitter's leads can act as antennas, broadcast-
ing a strong signal� If locating close to the transmitter,
keep the leads short by stowing the excess length on
the transmitter's body� This will reduce the amount of
interfering signals from the leads�
• Where possible, place the transmitter away from the
area of the intended locate� This is especially true in
Inductive Mode, to avoid coupling through the air with
the receiver�
• Start by using the lowest frequency and the least
amount of current needed to effectively illuminate the
line� Lower frequencies travel farther because they do
not dissipate as quickly� Higher frequencies generally
make it easier to illuminate a line, but they don't travel
as far and are much more likely to couple onto other util-
ity lines, distorting the signal and reducing the accuracy�

Direct-Connect Method

1� Attach the ST-305 line transmitter to ground and to the
target line�
2� Remove the ground stake from the end of the unit and
insert it into the ground� Connect one of the cable leads
to the grounding spike� The leads are universal, so
either may be used for the ground connect the other
lead to the target conductor�
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3� Power the ST-305 ON by pressing the Power Key� A
multiple-tone will sound on powering up� After a short
silence, the unit will begin beeping regularly indicating
current is flowing�
Figure 5 – Connecting the ST-305 Ground Stake
Figure 6 – Connecting the ST-305 using the clip
Figure 7 – Connecting the ST-305 using the
magnet
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