Is The Cold Draining Your Batteries Prematurely? If So...Try This: :cam: :nerd:

[John-Edmonton]

These methods work well on the Garrett GTI Series and the Garrett ACE Series metal detectors. If you swing another make or model, you will have to try a different approach, but the same principles prevail. Keeping the batteries warm keeps them running longer, and keeping the electronics warm, keeps the LCD from slowing down and the knobs from getting stiff. Remember to read your manual and operate your detector at the recommended temperature range. If your detector permanently malfunctions from operating in the cold, it could void your warranty. Now having said that, I have run my ACE 250 at - 25 with no problems, and -10 with my GTI & GTA models.

Supplies - Some air activated hand warmers (Wal-Mart)
- Duck tape
- Bubble wrap (small bubble type)

GTI Series Below:

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Grab one of those hand warmers, activate as per the instructions written on the package, set behind the LCD as shown, cover with some bubble wrap (helps insulate the hot-pack)then apply duck tape to secure it. Make sure you cover the whole hot-pack.

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To save the battery life, us the same procedure as above, only attach the hot pack underneath the battery pack.

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[marcomo]

I have run my ACE 250 at - 25 with no problems, and -10 with my GTI & GTA models.

John, I have to admit I'd be worried about a lot more than my detector batteries staying warm at -25 degrees.

I just started last spring, and your vast knowledge has helped me a lot a already. Hope you don't mind me coming back to the well again...

What are some of the other ways you cope with the cold when detecting?

I'm particularly wondering how do you handle the frozen ground?

You are some hearty stock, my friend. I'll be detecting in the cold this winter, but the only place I'll be if it's -25 is right next to the fireplace!