Heath Consultants Aqua-Scop User Manual

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SOUND LEVEL INTENSITY AT DIFFERENT TEST POINTS

(Figure 13)

For the pinpointing of the leak, the Ground Microphone will be placed

as exactly as possible over the water main or service with test points a

maximum of 6’ apart. All noises received are to be compared with each

other. The approach to the leak will be recognized by a higher intensity and

increase of the noise. Above the point of leakage the intensity will reach

a maximum. As you pass the leak the intensity will decrease. The meter

reading will show the same result as the Audio test.

Example of a Pinpointing Situation:

(Figure 14)

In the example of the preliminary detection (Figure 14), a leak near the point

of measurement number 6 was anticipated. For final pinpointing with the

Ground Microphone, the section between points 4 and 7 will be checked at

close intervals (3’ to 6’), and near point 6 you will find a very strong noise.

This is the source of the leakage. When doing such examinations with the

Ground Microphone you should extend the test pattern as the leak may

cause false noises. Some examples from practical use are detailed later in

this Guide.