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Operator’s Manual WARNING! Read this Operator’s Manual carefully before using this tool. Failure to understand and follow the contents of this manual may result in electrical shock, fire and/or serious personal injury. Serial Original Instructions – English – 1...
Electrical Safety Personal Safety Equipment Use and Care Battery Use and Care Service Specific Safety Information ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 4 SeeSnake CS6 Safety Description, Specifications, and Standard Equipment ����������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 5 Description Standard Equipment Components �������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 6 Keypad Overview Pre-Operation Inspection ����������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 8 Work Area and Equipment Set Up ���������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������...
Introduction General Safety Rules Read all safety warnings and instructions� Failure to fol- The warnings, cautions, and instructions discussed low the warnings and instructions may result in electric in this operator’s manual cannot cover all possible shock, fire, and/or serious injury� conditions and situations that may occur�...
SeeSnake CS6 Safety • Keep handles dry, clean, and free from oil and grease� • Only power the CS6 with the specified battery or a This allows for better control of the equipment.
To SeeSnake CS6 Specifications prevent contamination from toxic or infectious material, do not eat or smoke while operating or handling drain in- Weight without battery 1.6 kg [3.6 lb] spection equipment. Dimensions: • Always use appropriate personal protective equip- Length 361.7 mm [14.2 in]...
Components Keypad Transmitter Clip-on Terminal USB Port Speaker Microphone Figure 3 – Connections Microphone LED Brightness Key Photo Key Main Menu Key Image Flip Key Video Key Text Key Arrow Keys Serial Number Label SeeSnake System Kick Stand Connector Figure 1 – Side View Sonde Key Autolog Key Job Review Key...
Keypad Overview Control the brightness of the LEDs in the camera. Press to LED Brightness step up or down through vari- ous brightness levels or press CS6 Keys and Functions once and use the Arrow Keys to adjust brightness. Icon Name Function During live feed, the Image...
Pre-Operation Inspection 4. Evaluate the work area and erect barriers as necessary to keep bystanders away. Bystanders can distract the WARNING operator during use. If working near traffic, erect cones or other barriers to alert drivers. Placement Place the CS6 so the keypad is easy to reach and the display is facing away from direct sunlight.
Operating Instructions Connecting to your SeeSnake Reel 1. Unwrap the SeeSnake System Cable, pull back the WARNING locking sleeve, and match the System Cable plug to the SeeSnake System Connector on the CS6. 2. Join the connectors by aligning the cable ridge (Item 1) and guide pins (Item 2) to the guide socket and pushing the connector straight in (Figure 6).
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Locating the Camera Using the Sonde pressing the Select Key. Video and Autolog video can be recorded simultaneously Press the Sonde Key to toggle the Sonde on and off. You and independently of each other. Both recording types can may see interference lines on the screen caused by the 512 be started and stopped without affecting the other.
Settings Burn text into the video layer while video recording. Press the Text Key on the unit to open a text box and insert text Press the Main Menu Key to access the submenus de- using the Arrow Keys and the Select Key. scribed in Table 4.
HQ for free from hq.seesnake.com. Figure 12 – Report Preview in SeeSnake HQ Content in HQ can be uploaded to RIDGID Connect, an online service for storing and sharing inspection media and reports. To learn more about RIDGID Connect, visit ridgidconnect.com.
CS6� Other accessories may become hazard- operate� ous when used with the CS6� To reduce the risk of seri- Service and repair of the SeeSnake CS6 must be performed ous injury, only use accessories specifically designed by a RIDGID Independent Authorized Service Center. For and recommended for use with the CS6�...
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Troubleshooting Problem Probable Fault Solution No power to SeeSnake Check power is correctly plugged in. No live feed coming from Check alignment and pins of connection from CS6 to the Connection faulty camera SeeSnake Reel. 18 V Li-Ion battery low Recharge battery.
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