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1. The camera can almost always be pushed farther
when grip-style rubber gloves are worn. It is much
easier to get a grip on dirty push cable, and the
gloves also keep sludge off the hands.
2. Properly positioning the equipment and pushing of
the cable will save time, be more comfortable, and
minimize the potential for equipment damage. Refer
to Figures 12 and 13.
a.Set the monitor in an area where it is unlikely to
fall, and where it can be viewed while you are
pushing the camera. A good location is right next
to the cleanout or entry point. Be sure to keep it
from getting wet.
b.Set the reel about 3' to 5' (1-2 meters) from the
entry. This will provide ample cable to grasp and
will develop momentum without having a lot of
slack dragging on the ground. Slack can be alle-
viated by putting friction on the reel using the
brake. If it is set correctly, push cable will only
come off the reel when you pull on it.
c. When pushing, the end of your stroke should be as
close to the entry as possible. Standing too far back
with an excess of cable between your hands and the
entry may cause the cable to fold on itself outside the
entry and damage the cable (Figure 12).
Figure 12
d.Folding the push cable on the sharp edge of an
entry can cause it to snap. Extreme caution must
be used to minimize the chance of bending the
push cable on sharp corners. This can cause push
cable failure, and all operators should be aware of
this. If the camera just does not seem to want to go
any farther, DO NOT FORCE THE CAMERA! If an-
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Keep hands
close to
entry
other entry is available, try it or run water down the line
as explained below. See Figure 13.
NOTE! Hands should be close to the line opening. DO
NOT catch the cable on the edge of an entry and
continue to push.
3. Always try to run water down the pipe undergoing
inspection. This will keep the system much cleaner,
and allow you to push noticeably farther with less
friction. This will also help you locate the bottom of the
pipe. This can be accomplished by feeding a hose
with a small amount of flow into the entry or occa-
sionally flushing a toilet that drains to the pipe. If the
water is preventing you from seeing an area of im-
portance, temporarily turn it off.
DO NOT PUSH
CABLE IN THIS
MANNER!
Figure 13 – Improper Pushing of Cable
4. When inspecting a pipe, it is usually necessary to
give a little extra push in the bends. Back the cam-
era head approximately 8" from the bend, if
necessary, and give it a quick push, "popping" the
camera through a turn, using the least amount of
force required. Try to be as gentle as possible, and do
not hammer or snap the camera head through cor-
ners. After some practice, you may learn that the
best way to inspect a section of pipe is to push the
camera through quickly, then draw the camera back
home slowly and evenly. It is always easier to control
the camera when pulling than when pushing.
5. Make sure the sapphire window is clean prior to
entry. Some users claim that a slight film of detergent
on the lens minimizes the possibility of grease sticking
to the port. If necessary, take advantage of any stand-
ing water in the pipe to wash the front of the camera
by jiggling it in the water.