Had an odd issue with the AT Pro today

[Eric in RI]

I arrived at my local park, geared up, turned the machine on and the coil wouldn't register any metal targets. The machine was quiet as could be. I took off the 5x8 coil and connected the 8x11 coil. Fired the machine up and again, nothing. After a few curse words, I popped out the battery pack and put it back in, turned the machine back on and it started working. I disconnected the 8x11 coil, reconnected the 5x8, turned the machine on again and it worked no problem. Has anyone had this happen before? My machine is out of warranty and I was afraid I was going to have to send it in for repairs on my dime. I hunted with it for 2 hours without any further issues. Any input would be appreciated. Thanks and HH!

 

[Newfields]

Sounds like it was some issue with the battery pack. After you put it back in it started performing. It may have not been fully seated is my best guess.

 

[GroundScanner]

Call Garretts and tell them the problem . I had the same problem and called Garretts and the lady on the phone sent me 2 new battery holders. I have not had any problems after that. GS

 

[mtdoramike]

Don't be afraid to send it in on "your dime". Garrett is standup folks and you will be surprised by them every time. I have sent machines in to them that I bought second hand and years out of warranty and the most I ever paid was for shipping one way.


mike

 

[John-Edmonton]

Sounds like the battery holder. I always do the tongue test to see if the connections are lined up or a battery might be reverse polarity. If there is no power, I double check my battery's polarity and turn each battery to see make sure a good contact is made. If still no power, I often times give the battery holder a slight twist, which often times fixes the problem.flat. Also, make sure the springs are making contact and are not compressed flat.