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6. Take advantage of the lighting to keep track of
where the camera is headed. If the particular pipe
you are inspecting is easier to evaluate with other than
the maximum lighting, periodically maximize the light-
ing (using the dimmer knob) to get a look at what lies
ahead. Be aware of any obstructions, such as a
crushed section of pipe or excessive hard build-up,
that may prevent retrieval of the camera.
7. When you place the camera head into the pipe re-
member, as the materials of pipe vary, it will be
necessary to adjust the lighting settings to maxi-
mize picture quality. For example, white PVC pipe
requires less lighting than black ABS. As experience
is gained with the system, operators will learn that
slight adjustments in these settings can highlight
problems within a pipe. Always use the minimum il-
lumination required to prevent excessive heat build-up
and to maximize picture quality.
8. Adjustment of the contrast and brightness set-
tings on the monitor, as well as the light dimmer
after the camera is within the pipe, can greatly in-
crease picture quality. This is particularly important
when your customer is supervising, and when making
recordings.
Figure 14 – Improper Use of Camera to Clear Obstructions
WARNING
Do not clear obstructions with the camera head!
This may cause premature failure to your camera
head. The SeeSnake ® is a diagnostic tool that iden-
tifies problems. Other tools should be used to
make effective repairs. It should never be used to
clear obstructions. See Figure 14.
9. Whenever possible, lay the system on its back feet
for even greater stability. This is also preferred
when on a rooftop (entry through a roof vent), over-
head entry, or hillside. See Figure 15.
Standard and Mini SeeSnake Diagnostic Equipment
Ridge Tool Company
Figure 15 – Reel Can Be Positioned On Its Back for
Greater Stability
10. If local 120V (or 230V) AC power for the monitor is
not available, you can operate the system using a
voltage converter that plugs into your vehicle's
cigarette lighter. They convert your vehicles 12 volt
DC to 120 volts (or 230V) AC.
11. The system can travel through multiple 45 and 90
degree bends and wyes. Do not, however, try to
force it through a P-trap or Tee if there is a large
amount of resistance.
12. If you are planning to use line locating equipment
with your camera, be sure to use only SeeSnake
in-line transmitters. The SeeSnake
specifically designed for years of service, and does not
interfere with the camera's ability to travel bends.
Taping a non-SeeSnake
cable will interfere with the camera's ability to negoti-
ate bends and endanger the transmitter - as well as
the camera head - to getting hung-up in the line.
13. Do not attempt to remove or store push cable on
the reel solely by turning the reel itself. Release the
brake enough so that you can manually push or pull
cable from the reel and wind or unwind it. If for some
unusual reason the drum should not turn, do not try to
pull the push cable out of the reel. This will force the
cable to collapse down around the hub causing un-
necessary stress on the cable.
14. Be careful in Tee-entries not to fold the camera
back on itself, this could cause the camera to
stick.
The camera head can get HOT!
CAUTION
When finished with your inspection, or if taking a
prolonged break in the middle of the inspection,
turn off the system.
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transmitter is
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transmitter to the push
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