Safety Information, About This Manual, Intended Use | 3M 2273ME-iD

Safety Information

Please read, understand and follow all safety information contained in these instructions prior to the use of the 3M Cable/Pipe/Fault Advanced ME-Series Locator. Retain these instructions for future reference.

Intended Use

The 3M Cable/Pipe/Fault Advanced ME-Series Locator is used to identify the placement of underground utility lines. The system must be installed as specified in the 3M Cable/ Pipe/Fault Advanced Locator 2250ME/2273ME Series Operator Manual. It has not been evaluated for other uses or locations. If this equipment is used in a manner not specified by 3M, the protections provided by the equipment may be impaired.

mWARNING

If this equipment is used in a manner not specified by 3M, the protections provided by the equipment may be impaired.

Explanation of Signal Word Consequences

mWarning: Indicates hazardous situation which if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.

mCaution: Indicates hazardous situation which if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury.

Explanation of Product Safety Label Symbols

Do not throw away in normal trash.

cWarning: Risk of electric shock

About This Manual

There are two basic models included in the 3M Dynatel Locator 2200M Series. The 2250ME is designed for cable/pipe locating. The 2273ME is designed for cable/pipe and fault locating. The iD option (read/write capability to 3MTM EMS iD Markers) is available for both models. There are three transmitter options: 3 Watt, 5 Watt, or 12 Watt. This instruction manual will include all features. All instructions are applicable to all products, unless noted.

In order to demonstrate all available functions, the illustrations depict the 2273ME-iD receiver unit and the 12-watt transmitter. The 2250ME may vary from the illustrations shown.

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Contents

3M Dynatel Contents 78-8130-6151-8-E About This Manual Safety InformationIntended Use Transmitter Battery Installation Quick Start Cleaning Receiver Battery InstallationAA Alkaline Batteries Twist cap to open battery compartment Service and Accessories Transmitter Keypad and Connector Definitions Rechargeable Battery Maximum Transmitter Output Receiver Key Pad Definitions Menu Screens Main Menu 78-8130-6151-8-E Configuring The Receiver Setting the Receiver ClockSelect Depth Units Selecting a Language Menu 6 + MoreSK + Setup SK + + More» SK + Locate Freq SK Menu 6 + MoreSK + Setup SK + + More» SK + Tone Freq SKEnabling/Disabling Frequencies Selecting External Jack Frequencies Tone Frequencies Filtering Power Frequency Interference Selecting Locating Audio Transmitter Connections Buried Cables And PipesDirect Connect Method Dyna-Coupler Method Induction Method Mode + Directional Peak DirPk SK Toggle Mode + DirNull SK ToggleReceiver Modes Directional Peak Mode + Spl Pk SK Toggle Mode + IndPk SK ToggleSpecial Peak Inductive Peak IndPk Expanded Mode Depth and Current Estimate Frequencies PowerActive Passive Locating in Directional Peak ModeAuxiliary 78-8130-6151-8-E 78-8130-6151-8-E Locating Active Duct Probes Sondes Determining ADP Depth Transmitter Setup Buried Sheath Faults Earth/Return FaultsPinpointing the Buried Fault Green Band Model Initial Configuration 3M Electronic Markers 3M EMS iD Markers Alert Mode 3M Dynatel Models 2250ME-iD and 2273ME-iD only Menu 6 + Setup SK + Marker Type SKLocating 3M EMS Markers Enabling/Disabling Marker Types Single Marker Locate Dual Marker Locate Marker Depth Estimate ID Marker Depth Depth of Passive, Non-iD Marker Creating New Templates Menu 6 + Data/Templat SK + User Templat SK 78-8130-6151-8-E Editing Templates Menu 6 + Write Mode SK Writing iD Markers Modifying Marker Data to be Programmed Reading iD Markers GPS Operation Activation KeySerial Number and Software Version Inputting the GPS Activation Key Menu SK + Setup SK + More SK + More SK + Com SK Toggle Capturing the GPS Coordinates Capture Mode / ModeCommunicating with the GPS unit Path Mapping with GPS Create Trace Templates Sending Path Information to GPS Device Select Com Port SettingMenu6 + Com SK + GIS SK or PDA SK Reviewing Marker History Read HistoryWrite History SK Menu 6 + Data/Templat SK + Read History SK Connection Diagrams Aerial Faults ToningOther Applications Cable Identification Help Mode Receiver Setup3M Dynatel PC Tool Kit Menu 6 + More SK + Help SK Product Description And Optional Accessories Self Test Of ReceiverProduct Description Menu 6 + More SK + Self Test SK Package Contents Optional 3M Dynatel Accessories Receiver Specifications Specification Near-Surface 60 cm 24 Ball Marker M 40 in Pwr, Wtr Transmitter Specifications External DC sourceMax w/external DC source 40% Track and Trace Solutions