A Cable Locator (CAT) is used for cable avoidance
before any excavation work is carried out and is essential to avoid
injury or even death. Cat & Geny devices are used by most because
many people are killed or injured every year so using the equipment
properly is essential. For an enhanced performance the use of th Signal
Generator (Genny) which applies a signal to a cable or metal pipe so
that harder to reach services can be traced.
A Signal Clamp is an easy and safe way to
connect the Genny to a cable or a pipe in order to get an accurate
tracing. It may also be useful to have a clamp in difficult or unsafe
conditions where there is a live power cable or telecoms. It is
recommended because precision is key when looking for cables and pipes
that are underground. The cost and risks involved with striking a gas
pipe are not worth thinking about so correct use of the equipment is
essential.
- Select mode
- Set the sensitivity to maximum
- Hold on/off trigger in the on position
- Search in grid pattern show
- When the signal is detected, move the CAT forward and back and turn the sensitivity down until only the peak response can be heard and seen.
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