I am a new member and this is my first post. I bought a used Garrett GTA 1000 detector. It appeared to be in excellent shape but I am having a problem with it. The audio signal cuts in and out at random even with the coil over a metal target and held absolutely still. I noticed that the two battery holders, when removed, were both broken. I felt sure that this was the problem. I called Garrett and they sent me two new ones. I just installed them today and I still have the problem. I noticed that when I wiggle the cord that runs from the coil to the control console, up near where it screws into the console, I can make the signal stop and start. Obviously, with this intermittent signal it is impossible to use the machine. I don't know if it is a bad cord, or what else it could be. The cord is permanently attached to the coil so it looks as though the cord alone can't be replaced. I cleaned all fittings and contact points thoroughly, and I am using new batteries. Does anyone have any suggestions ? Thanks in advance for responding.
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Don't take no for an answer and ask for a replacement machine. It seems like that one went through some kind of accident in order to crack 2 battery packs and a coil wire. I would not trust the rest of the machine now. Take down the serial number and any secret marks you can locate, so that you don't get the same machine back. Look for something like a scratches on the unit that would identify it was the same unit. Be polite but be firm. I hope you got it from someone that you can get your money back.
Don't know what you paid for it but i'd give Garrett a call and get an estimate on a repair charge.....good luck!
