Classic SL problem??

[coinhunter1952]

I have (3) Classic SL detectors. On one of them when I pass a quarter beneath the coil it shows up on the visual screen as a dime/penny 95% of the time. But when I pass the quarter under the coils of the other two it's reads the quarter just fine. Anybody have an idea what the problem might be? Should I ship it back to White's for a check up? The detector is almost brand new and only used a few times. Thanks.

 

[thebeatmachine]

There is a trimmer inside that will re-adjust the ID to the way you want it. If you don't like pulling things apart maybee send it to White's so they can pull it apart right.

 

[George W]

Any info on the Two trimmer pods next to each other in the DFX? I had seen them in there when I replaced the speaker under warranty with Whites ok.. Can't help but wonder if I can get this to ID a bit better.. Just a thought.. George

 

[Monte]

[size=large]did you swap the coils to see if it is caused by an out-of-spec coil? That can be the cause, and is the first thing to check.

If not, then it's just a matter of having it properly calibrated. I DO NOT suggest anyone tinker with the internal trimmers, other than the GB trimmer (under the flag) or the Threshold trimmer (VR-4), unless they know WHAT they do and HOW TO DO IT.

Many models, various brands, that's I have acquired used through the years that didn't seem to work quite right and I found the cause to be attributed to a former owner/user tinkering with the innards with nothing more than a guess and try attitude. It was no wonder some people had owned them and not been pleased with their performance.

Check the search coils first and see if it's a coil issue. If not, and it professionally calibrated.

Monte[/size]

 

[coinhunter1952]

Yes, I swapped coils, tried new batteries and it still does the same. I think I'll contact White's and ship the detector to them. Thank you for your reply.

 

[coinhunter1952]

I contacted a White's repair center and they told me I could adjust the trimmer myself, but use caution and not turn it very far. I proceeded and only turned the trimmer about 1/16 of an inch and it worked perfectly, the quarter now reads in the proper block on the visual ID screen. Everything seems to be in working order after a few test. I want to thank all of those that replied to my problem. Thank you and good luck in your treasure hunting.