3M CablePipeFault Locator 25502573 Series User Manual

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Step 6. Press Output Level [T-5] for high or maximum output level.
Step 7.  The Indicator Flag will light in the Digital Display [T-4] above the Output 
Level  icon when in high output power level and flash when in maximum output 
power level.
Step 8.  The Digital Display [T-4] will alternately flash between 577 and 200K.
2. Receiver Setup
Step 1.  Press On/Off [1] to power the receiver on.
Step 2.  Press Menu/OK  [5].
Step 3.  Press Tone/Ext  [SK] to select  Tone mode.
Step 4.  Connect a second coupler to the Receiver’s External Jack [15] ([14] for 2550 
locator) using the 3M
™ Earth Contact Frame cable (4 ft. (1.2m) cable) or 
another coupler cable.
Step 5.  Press Freq [SK Toggle] to select the highest transmitter frequency (200K).
Step 6.  Check the first cable in the group by clamping the coupler around the cable.
Step 7.  Press Gain [3] down and observe the numerical Signal Strength [9] ([8] for 
2550 locator).
Step 8.  Remember the Signal Strength [9] ([8] for 2550 locator) value and continue by 
clamping the coupler around the next cable in the group.
 
− If the Signal Strength [9] ([8] for 2550 locator) is greater than the previous 
observation, press Gain [3] down.
 
− If the Signal Strength [9] ([8] for 2550 locator) is less than before, ignore it.
 
− After checking all the cables in the group, the cable with the highest Signal 
Strength [9] ([8] for 2550 locator) reading is the target cable.
20.  Help Mode
Menu/OK [5:Toggle to MAIN MENU] + >>More [SK:4] +  [SK:7]
The help display contains basic information about the unit and its operation. It is 
designed to be a quick reference guide.
•  Press the double up/down arrows [SK] to navigate between sections.
 
− The single up/down arrows [SK] will scroll the display line by line. 
						

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21. 3M™ Dynatel™ PC Tool Kit and Locator Software 
Upgrades
Locator software upgrades are periodically released and can be downloaded, free of 
charge, at www.3M.com/dynatel . Located under the Software Updates section, the 
software link is titled Dynatel M-Series Locator PC Tools. To download the software, 
click on the link and then select 3M
™ Dynatel™ M-Series Underground Locator PC Tools. 
Selecting this link will display the latest software downloads as well as any Release 
Notes related to the current software release.
Once downloaded to your PC, double click the file and an auto-installer will install the C 
Tool desktop software. Double click the Dynatel PC Tool Kit icon on the desktop. Using 
the provided RS232 cable, or RS232-to-USB adapter cable, connect the Serial Port [14] 
on the locator to the PC and power the locator on. Click the Upgrade Software button in 
PC Tools to begin upgrade. Do not disconnect or power off the locator while the upgrade 
is in progress. Wait until the software indicates that the installation was successful. This 
will take approximately 6 to 7 minutes to complete. 
The  Dynaltel PC Tool Kit provides the user an excellent interface between the receiver 
and a PC. This software utility provides the tools by which the user can:
•  Upgrade the receiver to the latest software revision
•  Program one or multiple receivers to best suit specific user configurations
•  Load an alternate language into the receiver
•  Utilize the 3M
™ iD Marker utility to:
 
− Create templates for writing data to iD markers, or create Trace Templates for GPS 
path tracing when connected to a GPS device.
 
− Download iD marker data that has been written or read by the receiver for 
documentation databases.
Embedded in the desktop software is the most current software for the receiver, which 
affords the user the option of upgrading the unit without returning the unit to the 
3M Service and Repair Center.
Please refer to the operating instructions included with the software.
22.  Self Test of Receiver
Menu/OK [5:Toggle to MAIN MENU] + >>More [SK:4] + S/N# [SK:6]
This operation performs a self-test on the receiver.
The receiver will display current information about the unit (model number, serial 
number, software revision, and hardware revision).
• Press  Run [SK] to start the self test.
 
− A status bar will appear while the self test is running.
 
− Results will appear on the display when the test is complete.
 
− Press Exit [SK] to return to MAIN MENU. 
						

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23. Product Description And Optional Accessories
A. Product Description
2550
2573
12-watt transmitter
Direct Connect Cable Clip Size: For U.S. models only: C= Communication Clip only; 
U=Utility Clip only; For Export models only: U for 2550E or CU for 2573E=Communication and Utility Clips
iD=Locates electronic markers, including read/write 3M
™ iD Marker capability.
2550 Pipe/Cable Locator; 2573 Cable/Pipe/Fault LocatorE = Export version; no designation = U.S. version
Example: 2573-ID/U12
Description: 3M
™ Dynatel™ Cable/Pipe/Fault Locator 2573 with marker locating 
capability (including reading and writing to 3M iD Markers); U.S. version; Utility direct 
connect cables (clips), 12-Watt Transmitter (see Section 23B for the additional items 
included with this part number).
Several standard configurations are available. Please see the following chart, then 
contact your 3M Distributor or 3M Representative for assistance in product selection. 
3M Customer Service can be reached at 1-800-426-8688.
Note: The “/” in the Product Description is replaced by a “-” for the non-iD version 
locators.
B.  Standard Configurations
Cable/Pipe Locate
Earth Return Fault Locate
Electronic Marker Locate
US Receiver
International Receiver
US 12W Transmitter
International 12W Transmitter
Direct Connect Cable - Communication clips
Direct Connect Cable - Utility clips
3" Coupler
4.5" Coupler
Coupler Cable
A Frame
A Frame Cable
Ground Rod
2200RB Rechargeable Battery
Cigarette Lighter Adapter Cbale
2200M Carrying Bag
ManualUS Version Locators2550-U12x xx xxx xxxxx2550-ID/U12x xx x xxx xxxxxExport Version Locators2550E-U12x xxxx xx xxxxx2550E-ID/U12x xxxxx xx xxxxxUS Version Fault Finders2573-C12xx xxxxxxxx xx2573-U12xx xx xxxxxxxxxx2573-ID/C12xxxx xxxxxxx xx2573-ID/U12xxxx x xxxxxxxxxxExport Version Fault Finders2573E-CU12xx xxxxx xxxxxxxx2573E-ID/CU12xxx xxxxx xxxxxxxx 
						

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C. Optional 3M™ Accessories for 3M Dynatel™ Locators
Item Part Number
Direct Connect Cables, Small Clip, 1/4" (6.4mm), 
Communications version, 10' (3 m) cable length 2892
Direct Connect Cables, Large Clip, 5/8" (15.8 mm), Utility 
version, 10’ (3 m) cable length 2876
Direct Connect Cables, Small Clip, 1/4" (6.4 mm), 
Communications version, 5’ (1.5 m) cable length 9012
Ground Extension Cable 9043
Dyna-Coupler Clamp 3" (75 mm) 3001
Dyna-Coupler Clamp 4.5" (114 mm) 4001
Dyna-Coupler Clamp 6" (150 mm) w/ pouch 1196
Locator Coupler Accessory Kit, 3" (75 mm) 
(Includes 3" (75 mm) Dyna-Coupler, Coupler Cable and Coupler Pouch)
3019
Locator Coupler Accessory Kit, 4.5" (114 mm)
(Includes 4.5" (114 mm) Dyna-Coupler, Coupler Cable and 
Coupler Pouch)
4519
Locator Coupler Accessory Kit, 6" (150 mm)
(Includes 6" (150 mm) Dyna-Coupler, Coupler Cable and Coupler Pouch)
1196/C
Coupler Cable 12' (3.6 m) 9011
Rechargeable Battery (12-volt DC) 2200RB
Cigarette Lighter Adapter Cable (12-volt DC) 457-594-000
Carrying Bag 2500
33 kHz Sonde (ADP; Active Duct Probe) 3229
Earth Contact Frame (A-Fame) 3014
Earth Contact Frame (A-Fame) Cable 9026
Ground Rod, Stainless Steel 8006 
						

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24. Receiver Specifications
Item Specification
Modes Trace View 
Directional Peak
Directional Null
Special Peak 
Induction Peak
Frequency Response:
 Active 577 Hz
1 kHz
8 kHz
33 kHz
82 kHz
200 kHz
 Passive 31.5 kHz (CATV)
15 – 30 kHz (LF)
 Power 50 Hz, 5th and 9th harmonic of 50 Hz
60 Hz, 5th and 9th harmonic of 60 Hz
(100 / 120 Hz) rectified power
 Auxiliary 333 Hz
512 Hz
560 Hz
User Defined Frequencies Four
Display LCD
Gain Control Manual and Automatic
Weight w/batteries 4–5 lbs. (1.8–2.3 kg) (model dependent)
Battery Qty. and size 8 AA (LR6)
Battery Life 30 hours average
Depth Accuracy ±2% ± 2 in. (5 cm) for 0–60 in. (0-1.5 m)
±6% ± 2 in. (5 cm) for 60–120 in. (1.5–3.0 m)
±10% ± 2 in. (5 cm) for 120–180 in. (3.0 m–4.5 m)
Depth Range 0–360 in. (0–914 cm)
Marker depth accuracy  ± 15% ± 2 in. (5 cm)
Maximum Program Range  
3M iD Markers
 Near-Surface
  Ball Marker
 Full-Range  
6 in (15 cm)
12 in (30 cm)
24 in (61 cm) 
						

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ItemSpecification
Read Range 3M
™ iD Markers
 Near-Surface
  Ball Marker
 Full-Range  3 ft (0.9 m)
5 ft (1.5 m)
8 ft (2.4 m)
Detection Depth 3M Non-iD (Passive) 
Markers
  Near Surface
  Ball Marker
 Mid-Range
 Full-Range  
2 ft (0.6 m)
5 ft (1.5 m)
6 ft (1.8 m)
8 ft (2.4 m) 
						

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25. 12-Watt Transmitter Specifications
Item Specification
Trace Mode  577 Hz
1 kHz
8 kHz
33 kHz
82 kHz
200 kHz
Fault Mode   
(2573 models only) 10/20 Hz -Fault signal 
577 Hz / 33 kHz -Trace signal
Note: The fault locating limit is 2.0MΩ
, although the transmitter's ohm-
meter mode can display a fault resistance up to 10MΩ .
Tone Mode   
(2573 models only) 577 Hz and 200 kHz pulsing at 8 Hz
Induction Mode  8 kHz 
33 kHz
82 kHz
200 kHz
Output Power 
(in Direct Connect mode) Normal setting: 0.5 W
High setting: 3 W @ 577 Hz, 1 kHz, 8 kHz, 33 kHz; 1 W @ 82 kHz, 200 kHz
Maximum setting: 12 W @ 577 Hz, 1 kHz, 8 kHz; 10 W @ 33 kHz; 1 W @ 82 
kHz, 200 kHz (with external DC power source)
Output Voltage (Maximum) 70 Vrms
Output Protection 240 Vrms
Weight w/batteries  w/ alkaline batteries only: 5.2 lbs (2.4 kg)
w/ rechargeable battery (2200RB) and alkaline batteries: 9.2 lbs (4.2 kg)
Battery Qty. and size  For Normal and High Output Power: 6 "C" size, Alkaline (LR14)
For Maximum Output Power: Rechargeable Battery (2200RB), 12V-6AH, 
Sealed Maintenance-Free Lead (Pb)-Acid Battery   
(See safety information below.)
Typical Battery Life  Normal Output Power level: 50 hours 
High Output Power level: 10 hours 
Typical transmitter specified battery life (listed above) is increased by 40% 
when using the 2200RB Rechargeable Battery (12 volt). Using the 2200RB 
bypasses the alkaline batteries.
Maximum Output Power level: 4 hours (Maximum Output Power level 
achieved using 2200RB Rechargeable Battery.)
External DC Power  9–18 V DC 
Rechargeable Battery Fuse 5 Amp / 32 Volt
Littelfuse MINI
® Blade # 0297005
Cigarette Lighter Adapter 
Cable Fuse 4 Amp/Fast Blow 250V 
						

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26. Environmental and Regulatory Specifications
Item Specification
Standard IP54
Regulatory FCC compliant, FCC Part 15
Operating Temperature -4°F to 122°F (-20°C to 50°C)
Storage Temperature -4°F to 158° F (-20°C to 70°C)
27. Rechargeable Battery Information
UN2800 classification as “Batteries, wet, Non-Spillable, and electric storage” 
as a result of passing the Vibration and Pressure Differential Test described in 
DOT [49 CFR 173.159(d) and IATA/ICAO [Special Provision A67].
! CAUTION
To reduce the risks associated with environmental contamination and possi\
ble injury:
The 12W transmitter utilizes the 2200RB rechargeable battery for the Maximum Output Power 
level. This is a maintenance-free sealed lead (Pb)-acid battery.
•  Replace the battery if the acid solution leaks.
•  The batteries are not serviceable.
•  Do not disassemble batteries.
•  Do not remove vent caps.
•  Do not rest tools or cables on batteries.
•  Store lead-acid batteries with adequate ventilation.
•  Do not heat batteries above 140°F (60°C)
•  Never recharge batteries in an unventilated, enclosed space.
•  Spent batteries must be treated as hazardous waste. Dispose of batteries and electronic 
components in accordance with all regulations.
•  Do not incinerate batteries.
•  Always remove/disconnect batteries when not in use or storing for long periods of time. 
						

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 the date of purchase of the   
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