Minelab GO-FIND Series Metal Detector
Instruction Sheet and Basic Concepts
BASIC CONCEPTS OF DETECTION
QUICK START GUIDE
STEP 1. POWER ON
Turn on your detector. The LCD screen will illuminate with various icons.
[Icon: Power Switch] Power Switch
STEP 2. START DETECTING
Move the coil over the ground in a side-to-side motion. The detector will beep and sound when it finds a metal object.
[Icon: Sound Waves] Element Found
SWEEP LEVEL
Keep the coil 1 to 2 inches (2 to 3 cm) above and parallel to the ground at all times.
[Diagram: Coil parallel to ground, 1-2 inches above surface]
SWEEP SPEED
Move the coil over the terrain with a side-to-side motion. An average sweep speed is 1 to 2 seconds from left to right.
[Diagram: Side-to-side sweep motion of detector coil]
OVERLAPPING SWEEP
Slightly overlap the previous sweep to ensure complete ground coverage.
[Diagram: Overlapping sweep patterns for full coverage]
SPACING
The recommended distance is 50 feet (15 m) of separation when multiple users are scanning the area.
[Diagram: Indication of 50 ft / 15 m spacing between users]
ADJUSTMENT
The detector should be aligned with your forearm and feel light and comfortable when held.
[Diagram: Detector handle aligned with user's forearm for ergonomic grip]
TREASURE VISUALIZATION (GO-FIND 40/60 ONLY)
The treasure visualization LEDs illuminate when a metal object is detected. As you get closer to the target, more LEDs light up. RED indicates an iron metal object (possibly trash). GREEN indicates a non-ferrous metal object (possibly treasure). ORANGE indicates the pinpoint mode for all metal objects.
The LEDs will illuminate from left to right when pinpoint mode is off.
[Diagram: Treasure visualization LEDs illuminating from left to right]
The LEDs will illuminate towards the center when pinpoint mode is on. This helps identify the exact location of the object.
[Diagram: Treasure visualization LEDs illuminating towards the center]
ICON DESCRIPTIONS
When a metal object is detected, the corresponding icon will flash on the control panel to indicate the target type. If the icon is off (not visible), then these types of objects will not be detected.
- Iron objects: e.g., iron objects, nails, and horseshoes. [Icon: Horseshoe]
- Low-value coins / Aluminum foil: e.g., aluminum foil and low-value coins. [Icon: Foil]
- Rings / Pull tabs: e.g., rings, pull tabs, and low-value coins. [Icon: Ring]
- High-value coins / Screw caps: e.g., high-value coins and screw caps. [Icon: Coin]
CONTROL PANEL
Detailed description of control panel elements:
- 1) POWER SWITCH (ON/OFF): [Icon: Power Switch] Turns the detector on and off.
- 2) HEADPHONE OUTPUT: [Icon: Headphone Jack] Socket for button headphones.
- 3) SENSITIVITY: [Icon: Sensitivity Up] Increase for greater detection depth. May need to be reduced if there is high noise interference or false signals.
- 4) PINPOINT (GO-FIND 40/60 only): [Icon: Pinpoint] Determines the exact location of a target.
- 5) VOLUME: [Icon: Volume] Adjusts the audio volume.
- 6) BACKLIGHT (GO-FIND 40/60 only): [Icon: Backlight] Illuminates the display.
- 7) SEARCH MODE: [Icon: Search Mode] Detects and rejects specific metal objects.
- 8) DEPTH INDICATION: [Icon: Depth Indicator] Indicates target depth: Low | Medium | Deep.
- 9) TREASURE VISUALIZATION LED (GO-FIND 40/60 only): [Icon: Treasure LEDs] Red and green LEDs help quickly identify treasure from trash.
- 10) SEARCH ICONS (x4): Icons representing different target types.
- 11) BATTERY LEVEL: [Icon: Battery Level] Indicates remaining battery power.
- 12) BLUETOOTH (GO-FIND 40/60 only): [Icon: Bluetooth] For wireless connectivity.
AUDIO OUTPUT: 1/8" connector with speaker on the rear.
[Diagram: Control Panel Layout with numbered callouts for all elements]
SEARCH MODES
The SEARCH modes allow you to search for specific groups of metal objects, accepting or rejecting detection. No need to dig trash – only treasure! Change between different modes using the FIND button. [Icon: Magnifying Glass]
GO-FIND 20: Select between 2 search modes.
1) [Icon: Search Mode 1]
2) [Icon: Search Mode 2]
GO-FIND 40: Select between 3 search modes.
1) [Icon: Search Mode 1]
2) [Icon: Search Mode 2]
3) [Icon: Search Mode 3]
GO-FIND 60: Select between 4 search modes.
1) [Icon: Search Mode 1]
2) [Icon: Search Mode 2]
3) [Icon: Search Mode 3]
4) [Icon: Search Mode 4]
THE DETECTOR BEEPS
The detector beeps when an object is detected. This sound is heard through the detector's speaker or via button headphones connected to the audio output socket (refer to the control panel diagram).
GO-FIND 20: 2 different acoustic tones.
[Diagram: Acoustic tones for GO-FIND 20 (Low, High)]
GO-FIND 40: 3 different acoustic tones.
[Diagram: Acoustic tones for GO-FIND 40 (Low, Medium 1, High)]
GO-FIND 60: 4 different acoustic tones.
[Diagram: Acoustic tones for GO-FIND 60 (Low, Medium 1, Medium 2, High)]
- LOW TONE: Iron objects (like nails) produce the lowest tone.
- MEDIUM TONE 1 (GO-FIND 40/60 only): Less valuable metals produce a lower medium tone.
- MEDIUM TONE 2 (GO-FIND 60 only): More valuable metals produce a higher medium tone.
- HIGH TONE: Silver and copper objects produce the highest tone.
SETUP
STEP 1. Your GO-FIND detector requires no assembly or tools. Simply remove the detector from the box. Remove the locking tape.
[Diagram: Detector being removed from box, locking tape visible]
STEP 2. Press the red unlock button [Icon: Red Unlock Button] on both sides to release the handle.
[Diagram: Close-up of red unlock button on handle]
WARNING: Damage may occur if the unlock button is not pressed when releasing the handle.
STEP 3. Use 4 x 1.5V AA batteries (LR6) (not included). [Icon: AA Batteries]
[Diagram: 4 AA batteries being inserted into compartment]
STEP 4. Slide the armrest to the desired length (typically, just below your elbow).
[Diagram: Armrest being slid to desired length]
STEP 5. Deploy the search coil to detect parallel to the ground (refer to Basic Concepts). Tighten the butterfly nut [Icon: Butterfly Nut] to secure the coil's position. Be careful not to overtighten.
[Diagram: Search coil deployed, hand tightening butterfly nut]
STEP 6. Extend the lower shaft completely until it clicks into place (or leave it sunk for a shorter detector length). Refer to 'Basic Concepts of Detection' to adjust to the correct length.
To retract the shaft, give a firm tap on the base of the coil.
[Diagram: Lower shaft extending until it clicks; separate note on retracting shaft]
STEP 7. Release the cam lock lever to adjust the upper shaft to the desired length and height.
[Diagram: Cam lock lever released for upper shaft adjustment]
STEP 8. Adjust the armrest strap so it fits snugly around your arm.
[Diagram: Armrest strap being adjusted for snug fit]
INCLUDED ACCESSORIES (supplied with GO-FIND 60 model only):
Button headphones [Icon: Headphones], Digging tool [Icon: Shovel], Phone holder [Icon: Phone Holder].
WARNING: This device contains moving parts. Be careful when adjusting components. Do not lean on the detector when in use, as it is not designed to support your weight.
[Icon: Waterproof Coil] Waterproof Coil
APPLICATION DOWNLOAD
Download the Minelab GO-FIND app from:
- www.itunes.com [Icon: Apple App Store]
- play.google.com [Icon: Google Play Store]
NOTE: The GO-FIND app works only with GO-FIND 40/60. The Pro App is free with the GO-FIND 60.
COMPATIBLE WITH BLUETOOTH SMART
The GO-FIND 40/60 are compatible with BLUETOOTH SMART on mobile operating systems iOS 8 and Android 4.3 and above.
WARRANTY TERMS
This product has a 2-year warranty from the date of purchase. Please visit www.minelab.com for more warranty information.
COMPLIANCE
User Information (FCC Part 15.105)
NOTE: Class B Devices
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
- Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver.
- Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
WARNING: Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by Minelab Electronics may void the user's authority to operate this equipment.
[Icon: CE Mark] CE
CONTACT
North and South America
Minelab Americas Inc
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E: info@minelabamericas.com
Asia Pacific
Minelab Electronics Pty Ltd
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E: minelab@minelab.com.au
Europe
Minelab International Ltd
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E: minelab@minelab.ie
Middle East and Africa
Minelab MEA General Trading LLC
T: +971 4 254 9995
E: minelab@minelab.ae
Website: www.minelab.com
Part No. 4901-0199-1
CODE OF ETHICS
- Respect the rights and property of others.
- Observe laws, whether national, state, or local.
- Never destroy historical or archaeological treasures.
- Leave the terrain and vegetation as you found it.
- Always obtain permission before searching sites.
- Always fill in holes after digging.
