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UtiliGuard® 2

Operator's

Manual

Issue 2.1

790-1231

CMW®

Original Instruction

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Page 1 UtiliGuard® 2 Operator’s Manual Issue 2.1 790-1231 CMW® Original Instruction...
Page 2: Table Of Contents
UtiliGuard 2 Operator’s Manual Overview - 1 Overview Chapter Contents Serial Number Location ..... 2 System Components ......6 •...
Page 3: Serial Number Location
UtiliGuard 2 Operator’s Manual Overview - 2 Serial Number Location Serial Number Location Record serial numbers and date of purchase in spaces provided. Serial numbers are located as shown. Item Date of manufacture Date of purchase Receiver serial number Transmitter serial number...
Page 4: System Components
Overview - 3 System Components System Components Receiver Model Standard Features UtiliGuard 2 Classic Over 70 preset frequencies, configuration software UtiliGuard 2 Over 70 preset frequencies, configuration software integrated GPS, metrics and logging UtiliGuard 2 Advanced Over 70 preset frequencies, configuration software, integrated GPS, metrics and logging, receiver/transmitter communication, offset depth, Ambient Interference Measurement (AIM®)
Page 5: Accessory Ports
PC to update software and/or change user configuration. Transmitter Active location device port (1) is intended for use with only Subsite-approved accessories. Mini-USB port (2) is intended for use when connecting to a PC to update software and/or change user configuration.
Page 6: Intended Use
This system is intended for operation only according to the instructions in this manual. Operate equipment in temperatures from -4° to 122°F (-20° to 50°C). Contact your Subsite dealer for provisions required for operating in extreme temperatures. Use in any other way is considered contrary to the intended use.
Page 7: Regulatory Notices
UtiliGuard 2 Operator’s Manual Overview - 6 Regulatory Notices Regulatory Notices IMPORTANT: Other compliance statements and marks may be viewed on equipment display screen(s). United States This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Page 8: Eu Declaration Of Conformity
Hereby, Charles Machine Works declares that the radio equipment type UtiliGuard buried utility locating equipment is in compliance with Directive 2014/53/EU. The full extent of the EU declaration of conformity is available by visiting https:// subsite.com/about-us/contact-us or by emailing a request to service@subsite.com. Interference All tracking and locating equipment is subject to electromagnetic interference.
Page 9 UtiliGuard 2 Operator’s Manual Overview - 8 About This Manual...
Page 10: Foreword
The descriptions and specifications in this manual are subject to change without notice. The Charles Machine Works, Inc. reserves the right to improve equipment. Some product improvements may have taken place after this manual was published. For the latest information on Subsite equipment, see your Ditch Witch dealer.
Page 11 Copyright 2020, 2022, 2024 by The Charles Machine Works, Inc. and Ditch Witch, and DrillLok are registered trademarks of The Subsite, Charles Machine Works, Inc. This product and its use may be covered by one or more patents at http://patents.charlesmachine.works.
Page 12 UtiliGuard 2 Operator’s Manual Contents - 11 Contents Overview Equipment serial number, information about the type of work this equipment is designed to perform, basic equipment components, and how to use this manual Foreword Part number, revision level, and publication date of this manual and factory contact information Safety Equipment safety alerts and emergency procedures...
Page 13 UtiliGuard 2 Operator’s Manual Contents - 12...
Page 14: Safety
UtiliGuard 2 Operator’s Manual Safety - 13 Safety Chapter Contents Safety Alert Classifications ....14 Guidelines ....... 15 Safety Alerts .
Page 15: Safety Alert Classifications
UtiliGuard 2 Operator’s Manual Safety - 14 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.
Page 16 UtiliGuard 2 Operator’s Manual Safety - 15 Guidelines Guidelines Misuse of equipment can cause death or serious injury. Read and understand operator’s manual and all other safety instructions before use. Follow these guidelines before operating any jobsite equipment: • Complete proper training. •...
Page 17: Safety Alerts
UtiliGuard 2 Operator’s Manual Safety - 16 Safety Alerts Safety Alerts Electrical equipment. Contact will cause death or serious injury. Read and understand operator’s manual. Know emergency procedures. To help avoid injury: • Check that equipment is in good condition and that test leads are clean and have no cracked insulation.
Page 18: Controls
UtiliGuard 2 Operator’s Manual Controls - 17 Controls Chapter Contents IMPORTANT: For control information for accessories, see page 47. Receiver ....... . . 18 •...
Page 19: Receiver
UtiliGuard 2 Operator’s Manual Controls - 18 Receiver Receiver Keypad e24om001w20.eps IMPORTANT: Keypad buttons perform several functions, depending on operating mode. Item Description IMPORTANT 1. Volume/Power To adjust volume, press. When using menu, press to return to locate screen. To turn on or off, press and hold.
Page 20 UtiliGuard 2 Operator’s Manual Controls - 19 Receiver Item Description IMPORTANT 6. Frequency/ To move through enabled When using menu, press to move to Direction enable frequencies, press. next screen or select option. To home direction, press and See “Enable Frequency” on page 39. hold.
Page 21: Display
UtiliGuard 2 Operator’s Manual Controls - 20 Receiver Display Locating Display IMPORTANT: UtiliGuard Classic shown on the left and UtilGuard 2 and UtiliGuard 2 Advanced shown on the right. User interface can be changed in options menu. 1. Gain 8. Range estimator 2.
Page 22 UtiliGuard 2 Operator’s Manual Controls - 21 Receiver Item Description IMPORTANT 4. Compass Compass needle displays orientation of utility. 5. Direction arrow Arrow indicates direction to utility. Length of arrow changes based on distance to utility. Arrow changes to center diamond when receiver is positioned directly above utility.
Page 23 UtiliGuard 2 Operator’s Manual Controls - 22 Receiver Item Description IMPORTANT 10. Logging indicator Lights when logging is See “Log with GPS and MyUtiliGuard active. Application” on page 45. Lights when data point is successfully sent. Lights when data point failed to send.
Page 24 1. Battery level indicator 5. Antenna configuration indicator 2. Direction enable indicator* 6. Frequency 3. Volume indicator 7. GPS status indicator** 4. Mode indicator *UtiliGuard 2 Classic only **UtiliGuard 2 Advanced only Item Description IMPORTANT 1. Battery level Indicates battery level.
Page 25 UtiliGuard 2 Operator’s Manual Controls - 24 Receiver Item Description IMPORTANT 4. Mode indicator Lights when line mode is See “Select Mode” on page 38. selected. Lights when auto-gain mode is selected. Lights when beacon mode is selected. Lights when power mode is selected.
Page 26: Menu
UtiliGuard 2 Operator’s Manual Controls - 25 Receiver Menu Item Description IMPORTANT Configuration menu To configure receiver, Frequency, mode, and antenna select. configuration can be adjusted in this screen. See “Prepare Equipment” on page 33. Settings menu To customize settings, Language, units of measurement, select.
Page 27: Transmitter
UtiliGuard 2 Operator’s Manual Controls - 26 Transmitter Transmitter Keypad e24om003w20.eps IMPORTANT: Keypad buttons perform several functions, depending on operating mode. Item Description IMPORTANT 1. Power/Volume To adjust volume, press. When using menu, press to return to previous screen. To turn on or off, press and hold.
Page 28: Display
UtiliGuard 2 Operator’s Manual Controls - 27 Transmitter Display e24om004w20.eps IMPORTANT: Transmitter displays status of selected options as well as active frequency and meter reading. 1. Accessory indicator 8. Communication indicator* 2. Power output level indicator 9. Frequency 3. USB indicator 10.
Page 29 UtiliGuard 2 Operator’s Manual Controls - 28 Transmitter Item Description IMPORTANT 4. Battery indicator Indicates battery level. 5. Power output Lights when power output Animated symbol indicates power status indicator has reached regulation. output is still regulating. Lights when power output has been interrupted.
Page 30: Menu
UtiliGuard 2 Operator’s Manual Controls - 29 Transmitter Menu Item Description IMPORTANT Frequency To enable frequency, See “Enable Frequency” on page 39. press. Settings menu To customize settings, Backlight, meter options, press. communication preference and power output can be adjusted in this screen.
Page 31 UtiliGuard 2 Operator’s Manual Controls - 30 Transmitter...
Page 32: Locate
UtiliGuard 2 Operator’s Manual Locate - 31 Locate Chapter Contents For additional precautions, see “Safety” chapter. IMPORTANT: For locate information using accessories, see page 47. Prepare Operator ......32 Prepare Equipment .
Page 33: Prepare Operator
UtiliGuard 2 Operator’s Manual Locate - 32 Prepare Operator Prepare Operator Jobsite hazards. Exposure can cause death or serious injury. Use correct equipment and work methods. Use and maintain appropriate safety equipment. To help avoid injury: • Wear personal protective equipment including safety eye wear. •...
Page 34: Prepare Equipment
UtiliGuard 2 Operator’s Manual Locate - 33 Prepare Equipment Prepare Equipment This equipment allows configuration of frequencies, modes, and antenna functions based on jobsite and preference. Configurations can be saved, locked, and unlocked using configuration software. Link Receiver to Transmitter IMPORTANT: •...
Page 35 UtiliGuard 2 Operator’s Manual Locate - 34 Prepare Equipment Direct Connect Method Jobsite hazards. Exposure can cause death or serious injury. Use correct equipment and work methods. Use and maintain appropriate safety equipment. To help avoid injury: • Contact qualified utility personnel and follow all standards and requirements for disconnecting and grounding cables.
Page 36 UtiliGuard 2 Operator’s Manual Locate - 35 Prepare Equipment Live Power Adapter Jobsite hazards. Exposure can cause death or serious injury. Use correct equipment and work methods. Use and maintain appropriate safety equipment. To help avoid injury: • Only use this mode if properly qualified to work on live power conductors. •...
Page 37 UtiliGuard 2 Operator’s Manual Locate - 36 Prepare Equipment Induction Clamp Method Jobsite hazards. Exposure can cause death or serious injury. Use correct equipment and work methods. Use and maintain appropriate safety equipment. To help avoid injury: • Contact qualified utility personnel and follow all standards and requirements for disconnecting and grounding cables.
Page 38 UtiliGuard 2 Operator’s Manual Locate - 37 Prepare Equipment Broadcast Induction Method IMPORTANT: Ensure transmitter is away from large metal objects. 1. Remove cable, ground stake, clamp and any other metal objects from transmitter. 2. Position transmitter parallel to and directly above suspected utility as shown.
Page 39: Select Mode
UtiliGuard 2 Operator’s Manual Locate - 38 Prepare Equipment Select Mode UtiliGuard 2 receivers detect active and passive signals. Select mode based on jobsite and preference. Active Signal This mode is used to locate signals from a transmitter or beacon. Method Description IMPORTANT...
Page 40: Measure Ambient Interference
UtiliGuard 2 Operator’s Manual Locate - 39 Prepare Equipment Measure Ambient Interference IMPORTANT: • This feature is only available when using UtiliGuard 2 Advanced receiver. • When a frequency is highlighted, realtime interference is displayed. Ambient Interference Measurement (AIM) measures interference on the jobsite. For best active signal locating, select a frequency with the lowest interference.
Page 41: Locate Active Signal
UtiliGuard 2 Operator’s Manual Locate - 40 Locate Active Signal Locate Active Signal 1. Facing away from transmitter, walk in an arc approximately 25’ (A, 7.5m) around transmitter, as shown. 2. Rotate receiver and observe screen: 2.1 Target utility is located where signal response (1) is strongest.
Page 42: Direction Enable
UtiliGuard 2 Operator’s Manual Locate - 41 Locate Active Signal Direction Enable IMPORTANT: • Must be in low power output, line mode and at a frequency below 10kHz to use direction enable. • Power output is reduced when direction enable is in use. Direction enable allows the operator to set a reference for current flow on a target utility.
Page 43: Offset Depth
UtiliGuard 2 Operator’s Manual Locate - 42 Locate Active Signal Offset Depth IMPORTANT: Offset depth is only available when using UtiliGuard 2 Advanced receiver. Offset depth uses available data to estimate horizontal distance (X) and depth (D). It is useful for locating a target utility that cannot be accessed from directly above due to obstruction.
Page 44: Locate Passive Signal
UtiliGuard 2 Operator’s Manual Locate - 43 Locate Passive Signal Locate Passive Signal IMPORTANT: Utilities are difficult to detect with no current flowing through them. If possible, use active signal modes. 1. Survey the site for signs of buried utilities such as: •...
Page 45: Peak Signal Method
UtiliGuard 2 Operator’s Manual Locate - 44 Locate Beacon Signal Locate Beacon Signal IMPORTANT: • Interference will distort signal. See “Interference” on page 7. • Total field antenna configuration must be used when locating beacon signal. See “Select Antenna Configuration” on page 38. 1.
Page 46: Null Point Method
UtiliGuard 2 Operator’s Manual Locate - 45 Log with GPS and MyUtiliGuard Application Null Point Method IMPORTANT: Null point method is useful for locating deep beacons. 1. Circle over approximate location. 2. Follow small circle (1) to the null point indicated by the crosshairs (2).
Page 47: Troubleshooting
UtiliGuard 2 Operator’s Manual Locate - 46 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting IMPORTANT: If utility depth and location are critical, confirm by careful hand digging or soft excavation. Distortions in the electromagnetic field around a utility can affect location accuracy. Tees, bends, parallel utilities, crossing utilities, and large metallic objects can distort signals.
Page 48: Accessories
UtiliGuard 2 Operator’s Manual Accessories - 47 Accessories Chapter Contents For additional precautions, see “Safety” chapter. IMPORTANT: This chapter contains information for operating specific accessories. For more information on standard operation, see “Controls” and “Locate” chapters. EML Accessory ......48 •...
Page 49: Eml Accessory
UtiliGuard 2 Operator’s Manual Accessories - 48 EML Accessory EML Accessory This accessory is used to locate electronic markers. It allows users to find any standard electronic marker used to mark specific locations for future locating. Controls Receiver Keypad e24om024w20.eps Item Description IMPORTANT...
Page 50 UtiliGuard 2 Operator’s Manual Accessories - 49 EML Accessory Receiver Display e24om016w20.eps Item Description IMPORTANT 1. Marker ball Water Blue (145k) indicator Non-potable water Purple (66.3k) Waste water Green (121k) Communications Black/Orange (77.0k) Phone Orange (101k) Yellow (83.0k) Power Red (169k, non-EU only) Red/Blue (134k, EU only) 2.
Page 51: Locate Markers
UtiliGuard 2 Operator’s Manual Accessories - 50 EML Accessory Locate Markers Set Up 1. Place receiver wand into recess of EML accessory. 2. Insert strap (1) through buckle (2). 3. Tighten strap using buckle ratchet (3) as shown. NOTICE: Do not over-tighten. 4.
Page 52: Fault Finder Accessory
UtiliGuard 2 Operator’s Manual Accessories - 51 Fault Finder Accessory Fault Finder Accessory IMPORTANT: Fault mode is only available when using direct connect method. This accessory locates earth return faults that are created when a utility directly contacts the earth. It is useful for locating faults on direct-buried power, telephone, cable, and sheathed tracer wire.
Page 53: Locate Faults
UtiliGuard 2 Operator’s Manual Accessories - 52 Fault Finder Accessory Receiver Display 28.2 28.2 263k 263k 263k 263k (2630) (2630) e24om019w20.eps Item Description IMPORTANT 1. Fault mode Indicates fault mode is indicator active. 2. Homing indicator Lights when homing is required.
Page 54 UtiliGuard 2 Operator’s Manual Accessories - 53 Fault Finder Accessory Set Up Transmitter IMPORTANT: • If fault is present, impedance reading will be less than 50kΩ. Impedance reading of more than 100kΩ indicates no significant fault exists on the utility. •...
Page 55 UtiliGuard 2 Operator’s Manual Accessories - 54 Fault Finder Accessory Locate Fault IMPORTANT: Keep fault probe and receiver oriented the same direction while fault finding. 1. Locate utility. IMPORTANT: If location is unknown, draw straight line between two disconnected ends of isolated utility (1, 4).
Page 56: Receiver Clamp Accessory
UtiliGuard 2 Operator’s Manual Accessories - 55 Receiver Clamp Accessory Receiver Clamp Accessory NOTICE: When connecting to power lines, place around insulated conductors only. IMPORTANT: This accessory can only be used in line mode or power mode. Use mode key to select. This accessory is used to identify a target utility in a vault or utility box with multiple utilities.
Page 57: Stethoscope Accessory
UtiliGuard 2 Operator’s Manual Accessories - 56 Stethoscope Accessory Stethoscope Accessory NOTICE: When connecting to power lines, place around insulated conductors only. IMPORTANT: This accessory can only be used in line mode or power mode. Use mode key to select. This accessory is used to identify utilities in cabinets with multiple utilities.
Page 58 UtiliGuard 2 Operator’s Manual Accessories - 57 Stethoscope Accessory 3. Select desired frequency. 4. Grip stethoscope by handle and position head (2) as close to target utility (1) as possible as shown.
Page 59 UtiliGuard 2 Operator’s Manual Accessories - 58 Stethoscope Accessory...
Page 60: Maintenance
UtiliGuard 2 Operator’s Manual Maintenance - 59 Maintenance Chapter Contents For additional precautions, see “Safety” chapter. General Care ......60 Change Batteries .
Page 61: General Care
Clean with damp cloth and mild soap. • Do not immerse in liquid. • Inspect housing daily for cracks or other damage. If damaged, contact your Subsite Electronics dealer for replacement. Change Batteries Misuse of equipment can cause death or serious injury.
Page 62 UtiliGuard 2 Operator’s Manual Maintenance - 61 Change Batteries Receiver 1. Remove battery cover. 2. Remove batteries. 3. Insert 2 D-cell batteries as shown. 4. Replace battery cover. Transmitter 1. Remove battery cover. 2. Insert 10 D-cell batteries as shown. IMPORTANT: Lithium-ion battery pack can be used.
Page 63 UtiliGuard 2 Operator’s Manual Maintenance - 62 Change Batteries...
Page 64: Specifications
UtiliGuard 2 Operator’s Manual Specifications - 63 Specifications Chapter Contents Receiver ....... . . 64 Transmitter .
Page 65 UtiliGuard 2 Operator’s Manual Specifications - 64 Receiver Receiver Dimensions (Classic, Standard, Advanced) Metric Height 27.2 in 69.1 cm Length 12.8 in 32.5 cm Width 4.8 in 12.2 cm Weight 4.8 lb 2.2 kg Dimensions (RTK) Metric Height 27.7 in 70.3 cm Length 14.2 in...
Page 66 UtiliGuard 2 Operator’s Manual Specifications - 65 Receiver Operation Metric Depth Max autodepth 20.0 ft 6.0 m Max forced depth 40.0 ft 12.0 m Batteries Metric Type D-cell alkaline Life* Classic: approximately 30 hours continuous use/60 hours intermittent use Standard/Advanced: approximately 20 hours continuous use/40 hours intermittent use RTK: approximately 8 hours continuous use/16 hours intermittent use *If operating at 70°F (21°C).
Page 67 UtiliGuard 2 Operator’s Manual Specifications - 66 Transmitter Transmitter Dimensions Metric Height 10.0 in 25.4 cm Length 12 in 30.5 cm Width 7.8 in 19.8 cm Weight 7.7 lb 3.5 kg Operation Metric IP rating: IP65 Operating temperature -4°F to 122°F -20°C to 50°C Max power output Batteries...
Page 68: Support
Return damaged parts to dealer for inspection and warranty consideration if in warranty time frame. All repairs must be done by an authorized Subsite repair facility. Repairs done elsewhere will void warranty.
Page 69: Warranty
IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR USE ARE EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMED. IN NO EVENT SHALL SUBSITE, THE CHARLES MACHINE WORKS, INC., OR ANY AUTHORIZED SERVICING AUTHORITY BE RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY LOSSES, INCLUDING CONSEQUENTIAL AND INCIDENTAL DAMAGES,...
Page 70 Consult your local Subsite dealer for extended warranty options. Warranty Details For information regarding this warranty policy, contact Subsite Product Support at (800)846-2713 ext. 1; mail us at 1950 W. Fir, Perry, OK 73077; or contact your local dealer. April 2021...
Page 71 UtiliGuard 2 Operator’s Manual Warranty - 70 Resources...

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