Prototek Rodder Sonde Carrier Instructions

: September 11, 2024
: Prototek

Table of Contents

Prototek Rodder Sonde Carrier
Product Information
Product Usage Instructions
How to Use
Spring Carrier
References
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Prototek Rodder Sonde Carrier

Product Information

Specifications:

Product Name: Prototek Spring Carriers
Compatible with: Prototek DuraSonde Transmitters
Manufacturer: Prototek Corp.
Contact: 800-541-9123
Website: prototek.net

Product Usage Instructions

Step 1: Unscrewing the Black Delrin End
To unscrew the black delrin end, follow these steps:

Hold the spring in one hand.
Place the set screw on the spanner wrench up against the end of the top spring.
With the spanner wrench leaning against a hard surface, turn the spring slightly to release tension.
With the other hand, turn the delrin until it comes off.
If you don’t release the tension of the spring, the delrin end will stay locked in place.

Step 2: Installing the Battery and Using the Spring Carrier
Follow these steps to use the spring carrier:

Put your battery in your sonde.
Slip it into the spring carrier and screw the delrin end back on tight.
Attach it to your push rodder or sewer machine and begin your locate.
The gaps in the coil will allow for full signal strength.

Step 3: Removing the Battery

When finished with your locate, repeat step one to remove the battery from the transmitter.
Note: Off-brand transmitters may not fit inside the spring carrier.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ):

Q: Can I use this spring carrier with any transmitter?
A: The Prototek Spring Carriers are specifically designed to work with Prototek DuraSonde Transmitters. Off-brand transmitters may not fit correctly inside the carrier.

How to Use

Step 1: To unscrew black delrin end, hold spring in one hand and place the set screw on the spanner wrench up against the end of the top spring. With the spanner wrench leaning against a hard surfaceturn the spring slightly to release tension and with the other hand turn the delrin until it comes off. If you don’t release the tension of the spring the delrin end will stay locked in place
Step 2: Put your battery in your sonde, slip it into the spring carrier and screw the delrin end back on tight. Attach to your push rodder or sewer machine and begin your locate. The gaps in the coil will allow for full signal strength.
Step 3: When finished with your locate repeat step one and remove battery from transmitter
Prototek Spring Carriers are made to work with Prototek DuraSonde Transmitters. Off brand transmitters may not fit inside spring.