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Prizm™ II • III • IV * V
Prizm
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White’s Electronics, Inc.
1011 Pleasant Valley Road
Sweet Home, OR 97386
USA
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Part Number 621-0476
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Guide to this Manual
Assembly........................................................................................................ 4
Batteries.......................................................................................................... 6
Getting Started - Prizm II, III, IV............................................................... 8
Prizm™ II Controls...........................................................................10
Prizm™ III Controls..........................................................................12
Prizm™ IV Controls.........................................................................14
Prizm™ V Controls...........................................................................16
Displays...........................................................................................................18
Optional Accessories..................................................................................19
Service.............................................................................................................21
Warranty.........................................................................................................24
Target Recovery...........................................................................................27
Notes................................................................................................................28
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White’s Electronics, Inc.
1011 Pleasant Valley Road
Sweet Home, OR 97386
USA
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To Assemble
1. Remove all parts from shipping carton (see diagram next page).
2. Use nonmetallic washers (between round search coil and clevis
fiber rod), and fiber bolt and thumbnut to secure search coil to fiber
rod.
3. Unlock Camlock on “S” rod, insert fiber rod into curved rod, line up
buttons into one of adjustment holes. Twist Camlock to LOCK.
4. Unravel search coil cable and wind around rods (first revolution
over top of rod). Plug search coil cable connector into control box. Screw finger tight to secure. Secure cable to fiber rod near search
coil (first revolution) with small hook and loop strap provided. Allow
slight cable slack (prior to first revolution) to allow search coil tilting.
5. Grip by handle, with arm in elbow cup, and sweep search coil over
floor. If necessary for comfort, unlock camlock, compress buttons
and reposition fiber rod. If necessary, elbow cup is also adjustable for
comfort.
6. A large nylon strap is provided. When woven through the slots in
the arm cup, additional leverage is provided. Insert smoothest section first (left slot for right-handed individuals, right slot for left-handed individuals) hook and loop facing up. Fold tab at end of rougher
loop into “T” to lock this end. Insert opposite end through second
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Assembly Diagram
Search Coil
Fiber Bolt
Search Coil Cable
Display
Thumbnut
Control Buttons
Non-metallic
Washers
Fiber Rod
Camlock
Handle
Search Coil Cable
to Control Box Connector
“S” Rod
Elbow Cup
Large Nylon Strap
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Batteries
1. Open battery door by pressing elongated button on back of
display and flipping open door. 2. Install two 9-volt alkaline batteries taking note of (+) and (-) positions (only fit one way), close door.
3. Press ON/OFF button. Battery Door
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Search Coil Cable to Control Box Connector
Display
4. Batteries that are weak, or become weak during use, will automatically indicate Low Batt. with a battery icon on the left center
portion of the display. Replace with two good quality alkaline 9-volt
transistor batteries. Low volume beep, without a Low Bat display
indication, requires only the one battery on the headphone jack
side of the compartment be replaced.
5. One may expect about 20 hours of continuous searching with
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mittent use, temperature, control settings, target indications, battery
quality, battery condition upon purchase, and shelf life. One may add
or subtract as much as 50% depending upon the above variables. It is
always wise to carry back up batteries when traveling far from home. 6. Good quality rechargeable transistor 9-volt batteries may be
purchased separately for use in your Prizm. Typically rechargeable
transistor 9-volts will fall short of 20 hour continuous search time by
as much as 30%. Expensive types may exceed this alkaline life rating. Either way their rechargeable option is desirable for avid (everyday)
searching. White’s Electronics, Inc. has chosen not to compete in the
transistor 9-volt rechargeable battery market. We would suggest
common reputable brands and retailers for such systems.
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Getting Started (Prizm™ II, III, IV, V)
1. Once assembled with good batteries installed, press ON/
OFF.
2. Due to the many metals used in modern construction it is
best to use and practice outdoors.
3. Sweep the round search coil from side to side over ground
evenly (near to or touching ground surface) keeping it very
close to the ground throughout each pass and overlapping
each pass as if mopping a floor. About two seconds per pass
from left to right, and two seconds returning from right to left
is necessary for the Prizm to perform as designed. Sweeping
too slowly (significantly less
than two seconds per pass)
will deter good performance. It is also necessary for the
round search coil to be moving (sweeping) for the Prizm
to detect and identify metals. Once an interesting signal has
been located, (Step #6) the P/P
(pinpoint) button can be used
to allow much slower search
coil movement isolating exactly
where to dig.
4. Solid repeatable beeps and
repeatable display after several
passes indicates an interesting
metal target. 5. Broken, sputter, or inconsistent beeps and display, indicates
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likely uninteresting metal targets. Ignore these targets.
6. Once a solid repeatable beep and display indication are located, press P/P button and “X” area to pinpoint exactly where
to dig. Press P/P again to continue searching.
7. Sweeping the round search coil over the ground, recognizing solid repeatable beeps and display indications from broken
or inconsistent ones, pinpointing, and digging all take practice. Be patient. To speed the learning curve bury a nail, coin, and
other items an inch or two in the ground and practice locating,
recognizing the different sounds and display indications, and
pinpointing.
8. You must have permission to search both public and private
property from the owners or person in charge of managing
the property. In most cases, you can locate the owner through
City Hall or the County Seat. It is important for the future of
metal detecting that you take care in digging. Unsightly holes
are dangerous to people and livestock as well as detrimental
to continued use of detectors. Fill all holes and remove all
trash you encounter. Some areas have restrictions on the size
and type of digging tool you may use which may present additional challenges. Check with your Dealer, Area Detecting
Club, Local Police, or Parks & Recreations Department.
9. Known and marked historical sites are certainly “Off Limits”
to metal detector use. Educate yourself, follow the laws in your
area, and always aid Law Enforcement and Archeologists to
further promote this great hobby. With research and thought,
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Prizm™ II Controls
1. ON/OFF turns the Power ON and OFF. Batteries that are
weak, or become weak during use, will automatically indicate
Low Batt. with a battery icon on the left center portion of the
display. Replace with two good quality alkaline 9-volt transistor batteries. Remove batteries for storage beyond two
weeks.
2. SENS (sensitivity) adjusts the responsiveness to metals,
ground, and external electrical interference. The Sensitivity level is continuously shown on the display. The further to the
right the fill towards taller bars, the higher the selected sensitivity setting. Use the SENS Up arrow button to increase, down
arrow button to decrease. Use the highest level that behaves
predictably. Use lower levels for areas the Prizm™ behaves unpredictably or is unstable (false signals without the presence
of metal). Areas of high power electrical lines or extremely
mineralized soil conditions will likely require lower SENS levels. Areas of little electrical activity, and dry beach sand, usually
allow high SENS settings, and thus more detection depth. Standard settings work well in typical conditions.
3. P/P activates pinpoint mode for better item location. P/P
can also be used for searching when iron and steel is desired as well as all other metals. Once P/P has been pressed
(tapped) all types of metals respond with a beep that is basically the same. No adjustments can be made while in the
P/P mode. Press a second time prior to continued searching
to return the Prizm to Discrimination, which varies the beep
according to the DISC setting. Holding the P/P button during
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4. DISC (discrimination) selects the acceptance or rejection
(regarding audio beep) of each category on the display from
iron to z1 (zinc cent). The current settings are indicated continuously on the display as a speaker in a circle with a slash
through it directly under each category selected as a rejection. For more jewelry, except for iron, accept as many categories as
you can endure digging. Press DISC arrow up to increase the
rejection categories and arrow down to decrease the rejection
categories. Prizm™ II Display
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Prizm™ III Controls
In addition to the features of the Prizm™ II, the Prizm™ III
has an additional feature 1. The depth of coin-sized metals is automatically indicated on
the lower left-hand portion of the display. 2. Metals larger or smaller than typical coin size will skew
this indication slightly. For example, a pop can will indicate
very shallow, however, may in fact be found quite deep in the
ground. A metal much smaller than a coin will indicate quite
deep, however, be found to be quite shallow in the ground. Whatever the finding regarding a particular size, the results
will be consistent, repeated time and time again. If a metal indicates an inch and after digging three inches it is still not
located, that item is larger than a typical coin. If pop cans are
common to the area disregard.
3. Typically lighter metals like the aluminum pull tab will
remain fairly shallow. A TAB indication that indicates fairly
shallow is likely a TAB. However, gold is heavy (typically sinks
more deeply into the ground) and may also indicate in the
TAB area of the display. A TAB indication that indicates fairly
deep should be dug, at least until determined that deep tabs
are also common to the area. Older more collectable coins
are found at greater depths in the ground. Deep indications
that have questionable tone and display indications are more
worthy of investigation compared to questionable tone and
display indications that produce shallow depth indications.
4. Regardless of the metal detector used, when searching, you
are going to dig some trash metals. Use the tone, display, and
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depth reading, to hedge the odds against trash and for valued
metal items. 5. The depth indicates from 8 inches at the right towards 0
inches to the left. Prizm™ III Depth Display
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Prizm™ IV
In addition to the features of the Prizm™ II and Prizm™ III the
Prizm™ IV has additional features 1. Tone I.D. (Tone Identification) is engaged when the Tone
I.D. note is displayed. Press TONE I.D. to disable/enable. At
minimum DISC, three different tones now indicate the display
categories, “large” Iron “Low Tone”, Foil & TAB “Medium Tone”,
ALL coins “High Tone”. This Tone I.D. feature makes the operator immediately aware of the likely category of the metal item
without looking at the display. Display categories selected for
rejection with the DISC control either produce no beep at all
or a broken inconsistent beep. In addition, a very low tone indicates metal overload when too close to a large metal object. Prizm™ IV display with three tones indicated for
three categories.
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2. Smart Notch. Press Smart Notch. With DISC control set at
FOIL or below, pull tabs are eliminated. With DISC control at
Nickels or above, Nickels are accepted. Smart Notch either
eliminates TAB or accepts Nickels. A missing or added DISC
symbol indicates Smart Notch is engaged.
The DISC categories are linear in that as DISC is increased first
IRON is rejected, then FOIL, then 5 Cent, etc. from left to right
based on these metals electrical properties.
However, one may wish to reject a category higher on the
scale while accepting one lower on the scale. Prior to Prizm™,
such a feature was only available on high-end metal detectors.
With the Prizm™ IV & V, the two most common needs for such rejection are available automatically with the Smart Notch
feature.
Once Smart Notch is pressed, the Prizm™ IV automatically
selects the notch appropriate for the current DISC setting. If
DISC is increased to Nickels or above, the Nickel category is
accepted even if the DISC is set high enough to reject the TAB
category. At lower DISC setting, Foil or below, the TAB category is rejected even though the DISC setting isn’t set high
enough to reject TABS. Increasing or decreasing the DISC
control automatically switches between these two different
Smart Notch options.
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Prizm™ V
In addition to the features of the Prizm™ II, Prizm™ III, and
Prizm IV, the Prizm™ V has additional features 1. Multi Tone (Tone Identification) is engaged when the musical note is displayed. Tap Multi Tone to disable / enable. At
minimum DISC, eight different tones now indicate the display
categories, from iron, at the lowest tone, to 50 cents at the
highest tone. This Multi Tone feature makes the operator
immediately aware of the likely category of the metal item
without looking at the display. Display categories selected
for rejection with the DISC control either produce no beep at
all or a broken inconsistent beep. In addition, a very low tone
indicates metal overload when too close to a very large metal
object.
Prizm™ V display with eight tones indicated
for eight categories.
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Prizm™ V
2. Press and hold Multi Tone a few seconds (instead of tapping) to enable three tone Tone ID (like Prizm IV). An operator
may wish to limit the tone range to three tones, good targets
at the higher tone, questionable foil range targets at the medium tone, and iron at the lowest tone.
3. VCO (Voltage Controlled Oscillator) Pinpointing. VCO produces a progressively higher pitched tone as the target signal
becomes progressively stronger during pinpointing.
Press Pinpoint to activate the pinpoint mode. Then press TONE ID to enable or disable VCO pinpointing.
VCO is a feature that only operates in the Pinpoint mode. When ON, the stronger the target response, the higher the
pitch of the sound.
VCO is an excellent aid to pinpointing. Slowly “X” the loop over
the suspected target area. The highest pitch sound indicates
the center of the target.
At the point of the highest pitch sound, the target depth feature indicates its most accurate depth.
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Smart Notch Display
The Prizm™ Display, and information above the Display, provide a wealth of information about the metal target.
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Displays
1. Eight distinct target categories are listed across the top of
the display and indicate the most common metals found within these categories. It is important to understand the display information should only be consulted after a solid repeatable
audio tone “beep” has been located.
2. A specific metals category is dictated by that metals exact
content, size, and shape. The reference label above the display provides a comparison of known metals. Identical metal
items indicate identical display categories. Similar metal items
produce similar display categories. And different metal items produce different display categories. Different types of metal
may, however, share the same category based on their electrical characteristics (size, shape, exact content). For example,
small aluminum foil and small gold jewelry may indicate in the
same category. The display simply tells you the most common
items for that specific category. One must use this information as a guide. Consistency is the key. For example, if three or
more bullets are dug at the same display indication, one can
assume these bullets are common to that specific area and
further identical indications are highly likely to be additional
bullets of the same size/type within that specific area being
searched. If those particular bullets are not of interest, one
may choose to ignore (not dig) any further identical indications within that area.
3. Low battery condition is automatically listed on the display
in the form of a battery icon. Low battery indicates you need
to replace the batteries. One may expect about 20 hours of
continuous searching with two good quality alkaline batteries. Battery life will vary with intermittent use, temperature, control
settings, target indications, battery quality, battery condi⇠
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tion upon purchase, and shelf life. One may add or subtract
as much as 50% depending upon the above variables. It is
always wise to carry back up batteries when traveling far from
home.
4. Control status is also shown on the display. P/P All Metal on
is indicated in the center of the display. Sensitivity setting on
the lower right. Discrimination settings on the upper portion
under each display category. Prizm™ III and IV shows depth
indication on the lower left. Prizm™ IV also indicates the status
of the Smart Notch and Tone I.D. features.
5. Metal overload is indicated in all modes by a very low pitch
tone. Lift the search coil and resweep target since target errors can occur when target is too strong.
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Accessories
Accessories available for your Prizm™ will enhance convenience and your searching experience. 1. Digging Tool You can use a garden trowel, however, detector-specific digging tools and aprons for storing finds,
developed over the last 60 years, are more durable,
effective, easier on the environment, and on your
person. Sand scoops are recommended for sand as
digging is difficult in these conditions. 2. Headphones
Headphones with a 90 degree plug in jack, and
volume controls are highly recommended for use
with your Prizm™. Headphones increase battery
life, your ability to hear the metal detector signals,
privacy, and avoid unnecessary attention. The
Prizm™doesn’t have a volume control, this is more
noted when headphones are used. Headphone
volume controls allow tuning to your hearing
needs.
3. Search Coil Covers
The bottom of the search coil is subject
to wear, more noted in sandy or rocky
conditions. A search coil cover snaps onto
the bottom of the search coil and prevents
wearing out the bottom of the search coil.
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4. Carry Case
Damage during storage and travel
may well exceed damage during
searching. Convenient storage/
carry bags allow all the related
equipment to be kept together
for use at a moments notice
and protect the detector from incidental damage.
5. Books and Videos A photo is worth a thousand words. Books and videos can speed the
learning curve immensely. Draw
from the years of experience of
those who have went before you.
6. Search Coil Steady Bracket
Water or high grass sometimes make it difficult to maintain the
correct search coil to rod angle. The search coil steady bracket
adjusts and locks this position. 7. Bullseye® Pinpointer
Speeds target recovery and ease by
pinpointing within a fraction of an inch
the target within the hole, dirt, sand or
gravel.
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Repair Service
White’s reputation has been built on quality products backed
by quality service. Our factory Authorized Service Centers are
factory trained and equipped. They offer the same quality
service as the factory. Service before and after the sale is the
cornerstone of our customer relations.
Before shipping detectors for service A. Contact your Dealer. There may be a quick, simple fix or
explanation that will prevent having to send the detector in for
service.
B. Double check the obvious, such as batteries, and try the detector in another area to be sure there is not outside electrical interference.
C. Be sure to send all necessary parts with your detector, such as search coils and batteries as these items can result in
symptoms.
D. Always include a letter of explanation about your concern,
even if you have talked to the Service Center by telephone.
E. Take care in packaging your detector for shipping. Always
insure your package, and always keep a receipt of shipping.
F. Clearly state in your explanation with the detector how you
would like any incidental or consequential costs to be handled
such as return shipping, accessories, overnight shipping, service outside of the two year warranty, etc.
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Authorized Service Centers
In the unlikely event your detector requires service please
note our following Authorized Service Centers;
1. White's Electronics
1011 Pleasant Valley Rd.
Sweet Home, OR 97386
(541) 367-6121
FAX (541) 367-6629
[email protected]
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2. Electronic Exploration
575 West Harrison
Lombard, IL 60148
(630) 620-0618
FAX (630) 620-1005
Toll-Free 800-392-3223*
[email protected]
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SC 3. Centreville Electronics
9859 Fairview Avenue
MS AL GA
Manassas, VA 20110
(703) 367-7999
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LA
FAX (703) 367-0868
FL
Toll Free 888-645-0202
[email protected]
USA, All Of Americas, Pacific Rim
Centerville Electronics 9859 Fairview Ave. Manassas, VA 20110
Toll Free: 888-645-0202, Or Toll: 703-367-7999
Fax: 703-367-0868 E-Mail: [email protected]
Electronic Exploration 575 West Harrison Lombard, IL 60148
Toll Free: 800-392-3223, Or Toll: 630-620-0618
Fax: 630-620-1005 E-Mail: [email protected]
White’s Electronics, Inc. 1011 Pleasant Valley Road Sweet Home, OR 97386
Toll: 541-367-6121 Extension 128
E-Mail: [email protected]
Web Site: www.whiteselectronics.com
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UK, Europe, Northern Asia, Africa, Near East, Mid East
White’s UK Ltd. 35J Harbour Road
Inverness, Scotland IV1 1UA
Telephone: (011)441-463-223-456
Fax: 441-463-224-048
E-Mail: [email protected]
Web Site: www.whites.co.uk
Australia, New Zealand, Far East, Southern Pacific Rim
Finders PTY. LTD 90 Broadway Dunolly, Victoria 3472
Telephone: (61) 03-5468-1333
Fax: (61) 03-5468-1130
E-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: www.finders.com.au
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Warranty
If within two years (24 months) from the original date of purchase, your White’s detector fails due to defects in either material or workmanship, White’s will repair or replace at its option,
all necessary parts without charge for parts or labor. Simply return the complete detector to the Dealer where you
purchased it, or to your nearest Authorized Service Center. The
unit must be accompanied by a detailed explanation of the
symptoms of the failure. You must provide proof of date-ofpurchase before the unit is serviced.
This is a transferable manufacturer warranty, which covers
the instrument two years from the original purchase date,
regardless of the owner.
Items excluded from the warranty are batteries, accessories
that are not standard equipment, shipping/handling costs
outside the continental USA, Special Delivery costs (Air Freight,
Next Day, 2nd Day, Packaging Services, etc.) and all shipping/
handling costs inside the continental USA 90 days after
purchase.
White’s registers your purchase only if the Sales Registration
Card is filled out and returned to the factory address by your
dealer soon after original purchase. The purpose of recording
this information is to keep you up-to-date regarding White’s
ongoing research & development.
The warranty does not cover damage caused by accident, mis-
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use, neglect, alterations, modifications, unauthorized service,
or prolonged exposure to corrosive compounds, including salt.
Duration of any implied warranty (e.g., merchantability and
fitness for a particular purpose) shall not be longer than the
stated warranty. Neither the manufacturer or the retailer shall
be liable for any incidental or consequential damages. Some
states however, do not allow the limitation on the length of
implied warranties, or the exclusion of incidental or consequential damages. Therefore, the above limitations may not
apply to you.
In addition, the stated warranty gives you specific legal rights,
and you may have other rights which vary from state to state.
The foregoing is the only warranty provided by White’s as the
manufacturer of your metal detector. Any “extended warranty”
period beyond two years, which may be provided by a Dealer
or other third party on your detector, may be without White’s
authority, involvement and consent, and might not be honored by White’s Electronics, Inc.
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Warranty Transfer
If for any reason you should sell your Prizm™ prior to the date
the warranty expires, the remaining warranty is transferable. This transfer is authorized by calling 1-800-547-6911, and getting an Authorization Number.
Simply fill out the following information, including the Authorization Number, seal it in a stamped envelope, and send it to
White’s Electronics, 1011 Pleasant Valley Road, Sweet Home,
Oregon 97386. The remaining warranty period will then be
available to the new owner.
The Warranty Statement applies to both the original owner as
well as any secondary owners.
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WARRANTY TRANSFER
Original Owner:
Name: _________________________________________
Address (Which appears on the original warranty card):
_______________________________________________.
_______________________________________________
Instrument Serial Number: _________________________
Original Purchase Date:____________________________
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New Owner:
Name: _________________________________________
Address: _______________________________________
_______________________________________________.
_______________________________________________
Comments: _____________________________________.
_______________________________________________.
Distributor Authorization Code: ___________________
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Target Re⇢cov⇢ery
The following “Hinged Door Method” of digging is widely recommended to minimize damage to lawns. Careful recovery
in multiple-use well-groomed areas is the responsibility of all
metal-detector users.
#1. After locating a good #2. Using a sturdy dig-
#3. Cut through the turf,
being careful to cut
around the target
and not damage it.
target (metal),
pinpoint the
center. If your
instrument has
depth reading, take note
of the depth. Practice on
surface metals with the
loop held several inches
ging tool, preferably a
trowel or
knife, cut a
horseshoeshaped size
plug around
the pinpointed
target. Leave an uncut
hinge area to keep the
grass in place.
#4. Use your digging
tool to pry the turf flap
up and hinge it over. Your pinpointed target now
rests downside up.
#5. Check for the target visually, and with your
detector, to see if the
target is in the flap
or remains
in the
hole.
#6. A pinpointing probe
can be used to speed the
process of finding the
target in the
flap or in
the hole.
#7. If additional dirt
#8. After recovering the
target, the dirt can then
easily be replaced with a
minimum of spreading.
#9. Replace the turf
flap and step on it firmly. Once completed very little indication
of digging
should be
seen.
needs to be removed from
the hole,place it on a drop
cloth.
It is very important for the future of metal de⇢tect⇢ing that you use care
in digging - - • Check with your Dealer, Area Club, Local Police, or Parks & Recreations Dept.
• Some areas may have rules on the size and type of digging tools allowed.
• Be aware of the rules, and respect the laws and restrictions in your area.
• Unsightly holes are dangerous to people and livestock, and detrimental to the continued use of detectors.
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