C.A.T & Genny

Most of our cable avoidance tools are Radiodetection, either; C.A.T 3 or eC.A.T 4 & Gennys. Operating principles of each are similar.

You should test your C.A.T & Genny each day it's used

Procedure for functionality test (please watch the video)

Check both eC.A.T4+ and Genny have been tested within the previous 12 months

Check that the eC.A.T4+ and Genny are not damaged in anyway and make sure the Genny has the accompanying red and black leads and an earthing spike as a minimum – report to office immediately if they are damaged or missing items and request further instruction

Test the eC.A.T4+ and Genny by following the below procedure

• • Place the Genny on the ground, switch on and check for an audible sound. If no sound is heard or the low battery warning light is flashing, replace the batteries before use.

  • Switch on the C.A.T by squeezing the trigger, checking for an initial ‘chirp.’ A low tone indicates low batteries. If no sound is heard, replace the batteries before use.

  • Rotate the C.A.T function switch and check that the appropriate letter is displayed in each position of the switch.

  • Set the C.A.T to Genny mode at maximum sensitivity, hold at waist height pointing toward the Genny with the flattest part of the housing parallel to the ground and check that the C.A.T can detect the Genny up to 15m away with a clearly audible sound.