Camera Head
Introduction
Removing the camera head may be needed for service, troubleshooting, or to inspect components inside the spring.
This page explains how to remove and install a camera head on a SeeSnake camera reel.
Tools & Materials
- SeeSnake Spanner Wrench
- Pliers
Contents
Removing a Camera Head
Step 1
Snap the spanner wrench onto the spring, just behind the camera.
Step 2
Align the notch inside the spanner wrench with the end of the spring coil.
Step 3
Unscrew the spring from the camera.
Step 4
Loosen the locking sleeve with a pair of pliers.
Step 5
Unthread the locking sleeve from the camera.
Step 6
Pull the camera straight out of the sonde’s socket.
Notice: To avoid damaging the camera’s connector pins, do not bend or twist while pulling the camera out of the connector.
Installing a Camera Head
Step 1
Align the camera head pins with the sonde’s socket and push together.
Step 2
Thread the locking sleeve onto the camera and tighten by hand.
Step 3
Make sure the safety cables are straight when you screw the camera onto the spring. In order do so, backwind the camera 2 turns (counter-clockwise).
Step 4
Thread the spring onto the camera until the end of the spring is flush against the camera head.
Notice: Do not over-tighten the spring.
Part Catalog Numbers
For camera head information, contact your local service center. Find your nearest service center here.
Additional Troubleshooting Guides
How to remove and install the spring on a SeeSnake camera reel. Removing the spring may be needed for service, troubleshooting, or to inspect components inside the spring.
How to remove an existing transmitter in your SeeSnake camera reel and install a new FleXmitter® part for SeeSnake systems such as the Standard, Mini, Mini Pro, Compact C40, Compact M40, Compact2, rM200A, and rM200B.
