Minelab F1A4 Service Manual

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Operations Manual Page 10 Figure 4 - The F1A4 Shaft Assembly PDF created with FinePrint pdfFactory trial version http://www.fineprint.com

Operations Manual Page 11 4. Unpacking and Assembly a. Open the shipping container and remove the carry bag. b. Open the carry bag and check all

Operations Manual Page 12 Figure 5 - Control Box Configurations PDF created with FinePrint pdfFactory trial version http://www.fineprint.com

Operations Manual Page 13 4.2 Control Box (see Figure 5) The Control Box can be positioned in one of three locations: • it can be placed in its co

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Operations Manual Page 15 4.3 Armrest (see Figure 6) To assemble the armrest: a. Insert the sharp end of the arm strap through one of the slots at

Operations Manual Page 16 P0019-DLead-AcidBattery Pack(Optional)Control BoxSnaplocksBattery CoverSnaplocksBattery CoverControl BoxSnaplocksBattery Cov

Operations Manual Page 17 4.4 Battery Pack (see Figure 7) The F1A4 can be powered by one of two battery packs. NOTE: Before connecting or disconne

Operations Manual Page 18 4.5 Comfort Adjustments (see Figure 8) a. Releasing the upper camlock lever at the top end of the main shaft permits up to

Operations Manual Page 19 5. Operating Instructions 5.1 Control Panel Description (see Figure 9) All controls are located on the Control Panel. P

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Operations Manual Page 20 5.1.2 Noise Cancel Noise Cancel negates the effects of electro-magnetic interference. Installations such as local televisio

Operations Manual Page 21 5.2 Detector Settings Operators should be aware of other electronic equipment being used in the immediate locality that

Operations Manual Page 22 5.2.2 Noise Cancel Procedure When the detector gives a repetitive warble without the coil being moved, perform the followi

Operations Manual Page 23 5.2.3 Ground Balance Procedure (see Figure 10) Ensure that the Noise Cancel and Audio Reset procedures have been performe

Operations Manual Page 24 5.3 Detector Sounds The threshold tone is a safety tone and must be present to ensure correct operation of the detector.

Operations Manual Page 25 c. Ground Noise - is an irregular broad noise that is difficult or impossible to pinpoint when moving the coil over the

Operations Manual Page 26 CAUTION Follow established standing operating procedures at all times, and use the supplied test piece to confirm that the d

Operations Manual Page 27 5.5 Sweeping the Coil a. While sweeping the coil it is important to keep it parallel to and at a constant height from t

Operations Manual Page 28 c. Advance forward another sweep distance and approach the coil from each side. Notice when the target signal is first h

Operations Manual Page 29 Figure 16 ° Determining the Outline of the Target d. Note if the pitch rises or falls at each interval around t

Operations Manual Page 3 LIST OF CONTENTS 1. Introduction ... 5 2.

Operations Manual Page 30 5.8 Operating Multiple Detectors in Close Proximity When two or more F1A4 detectors are operating in close proximity it is

Operations Manual Page 31 6. Care of the F1A4 Detector The F1A4 Detector is a high quality electronic instrument that is finely engineered and hous

Operations Manual Page 32 6.1 Operator Repairs 6.1.1 Replacing the Nylon Bolt, Nylon Nut or Friction Washers on the Coil (See Figure 19) Remove the

Operations Manual Page 33 6.1.4 Replacing the Handgrip (See Figure 21) To remove the old Handgrip, unthread the Hand Strap and remove the Strap Jam

Operations Manual Page 34 COIL 200mm F1A4NYLON NUT, WING BLACKLOWER SHAFFRICTION WASHERSKID PLATEFRICTION WASHERFigure 19 - F1A4 COIL ASSEMBLY PARTSN

Operations Manual Page 35 Figure 20 - F1A4 CONTROL BOX ASSEMBLY PARTSBATTERY COVERCONTROL BOXDUST CAPDUST CAP PDF created with FinePrint pdfFacto

Operations Manual Page 36 Figure 21 - F1A4 HANDLE ASSEMBLY PARTSHANDGRIP FOAMHAND STRAPSTRAP JAMMERHANDLE MOULDINGLOCKPIN CONTROL BOXSERVICE KIT, CAM

Operations Manual Page 37 P0085-CARMSTRAP PATHSEE FIGURE 21SERVICE KIT, CAMLOCK LOWERSERVICE KIT, CAMLOCK UPPERARMRESTARMSTRAPMAIN SHAFT F1A4Figu

Operations Manual Page 38 OPERATIBAG CONTROL BOXTEST PIECE MINE DETECTOR EARSETCONTROL BOX'D' CELL BATTERIES (4)FIELD GFigure 23 - F1A4 PA

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Operations Manual Page 4 Figure 1 - The F1A4 Mine Detector PDF created with FinePrint pdfFactory trial version http://www.fineprint.com

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Operations Manual Page 5 1. Introduction The Minelab range of metal detectors has been developed to meet the needs of today“s mine and explosive or

Operations Manual Page 6 2. Specification Packed length 710 mm Operating Length 1200 mm min - 1450 mm max. Weights Shipping weight 4.0

Operations Manual Page 7 Accessories (optional) Rechargeable Batteries Battery Charger 6V SLA Battery Charger (Commercial) F Series Batte

Operations Manual Page 8 OPERATIONS MANUAL F1A4BAG CONTROL BOXTEST PIECE MINE DETECTOR BAG COMPACTEARSETCONTROL BOXARMREST'D' CELL BATTERIE

Operations Manual Page 9 3. List of Parts (see Figure 3) The F1A4 Mine Detecting Set comprises the following parts: This list is not comprehensive: