Laser Distance Measure Model No. 40-6001 Instruction Manual Congratulations on your choice of this Laser Distance Measure. We suggest you read this instruction manual thoroughly before using the instrument. Save this instruction manual for future use. This is a Class II laser tool and is manufactured to comply with CFR 21, parts 1040.10 and 1040.11 as well as international safety rule IEC 285.
Table of Contents 1. Kit Contents . . . . . . . . . . pg. 2 2. Safety Information. . . . . . pg. 3 3. Location/Content of Warning Labels . . . . . . . . pg. 4 4. Location of Parts/ Components . . . . . . . . pg. 5-7 5. Start Up - Battery Installation Instructions . . . . . . . . pg. 9-10 6. Using the Product . . pg. 11-29 7. Technical Specifications . pg. 30 8. Product Warranty . . . . . pg. 31 9. Warranty Registration . . pg. 32 1.
2. Safety Information Please read and understand all of the following instructions, prior to using this tool. Failure to do so, may void the warranty. CAUTION! Class II Laser Product Max. Power Output: ≤ 1mW Wavelength: 640-660nm THIS TOOL EMITS LASER RADIATION. DO NOT STARE INTO BEAM. AVOID DIRECT EYE EXPOSURE. ATTENTION • • • • • • • • • • • • IMPORTANT Read all instructions prior to operating this laser tool. Do not remove any labels from tool. Do not stare directly at the laser beam.
3. Location/Content of Warning Labels 4 ©2013 Johnson Level & Tool - Rev.
4. Location of Part/Components 1 2 1. 2. 3. Tripod Thread 1/4 - 20 Battery Cover Wrist Strap Bracket 3 ©2013 Johnson Level & Tool - Rev.
4 5 6 7 8 10 11 12 13 9 14 4. 5. 6. 7. LCD Display Measure Button Add/Unit of Measure Measure Function Area Volume Stake-Out 8. Countdown Measure/ Memory Recall 6 15 9. Laser Emitting Window 10. Subtract/Back-Light 11. Power Button/Clear/Escape 12. Indirect Measurement/Pythagoras 13. Measuring Reference Position/ Continuous Laser Mode 14. Receiver Window 15. Battery Cover ©2013 Johnson Level & Tool - Rev.
1. Active Laser Indicator 2. Indirect Measuring Single Pythagoras Double Pythagoras Double Pythagoras (Partial Height) 3. Measuring Function Area Measuring Volume Measuring 4. Measurement Reference Position ©2013 Johnson Level & Tool - Rev. 3 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. Add and Subtract Maximum Display Minimum Display Stake Direction Indicator Main Screen and Units of Measure 10. Countdown Measuring Timer 11. Memory Counter 12. Battery Status 13.
Measuring Reference Range Range is specified between a minimum 2-inches to a maximum of 165-feet with an accuracy of 1/16”. Longer ranges will be found by the instrument but a variance in the accuracy may exist. At night or dusk the range may be greater than during daylight or if the target has poor reflective properties. Target Surfaces Measuring errors may occur when aiming at surfaces composed of colorless liquids (e.g. water), glass, Styrofoam or similar semi-permeable surfaces.
5. Start Up - Battery Installation 1. 2. 3. 4. Remove battery compartment lid. Insert 2-”AA” batteries observing correct polarity. Close battery compartment lid. Replace battery when the flashes on screen. When this icon appears there are approximately 100 measurements remaining. Note Use only alkaline batteries. If the instrument will not be used for an extended time, remove the batteries to protect against corrosion. Power Button Press and release Power Button to power up.
Backlight Press and hold the button for two seconds to activate backlight. Repeat this step to turn off backlight. Automatic Shutoff Laser will turn off after 30 seconds Unit will turn off after 3 minutes 10 ©2013 Johnson Level & Tool - Rev.
6. Using the Product Tip: Place a white sheet of paper over the targeted measuring surface if error message Err02 occurs to improve the return signal. Measuring Measuring Modes Your Laser Distance Measure has four measuring modes: Length Area/Square Volume/Cube Indirect/Pythagoras Units of Measure This instrument has seven units of measure. The desired unit of measure can be set by pressing and holding for two seconds.
Measurement Reference Position Default measurement setting is from the rear of the instrument for all modes. Be sure to adjust the measuring reference position prior to engaging a measuring calculation mode. Press to scroll through the reference point options Front Middle - Tripod Thread (Size 1/4”-20 ) Rear Indicator for reference Tripod Thread Single Distance Measuring Press and release to power up. Direct Laser Beam to Target. Press and release .
Measuring with Countdown Timer Press and release . icon will appear on screen with default setting of three second countdown timer. Press and release to activate laser (if inactive.) Direct the laser beam towards the target and hold steady. Press and release to activate the countdown timer. Measurement will be recorded on screen. Repeat these steps for each measurement. Countdown measuring may be used during any measuring function (e.g. Pythagorean, area, volume, etc).
To add another measurement to sum (repeat same measurement sequence) to tally. To subtract a value in the tally sequence press button. This laser distance measure has the capability to add or subtract area, volume or indirect measurement calculations. For example, if you need the square footage of four rooms this instrument will allow you to add each area calculation together to sum the dimensions of the four rooms. The same holds true for volume or indirect measurement modes.
Continuous Measuring This mode will take continuous measurements as you move closer or further away from the target. Minimum working range is 2-inches. Maximum working range is 165-feet. Press and hold the button to activate continuous measuring mode. To pause Continuous Measuring mode press or . To resume Continuous Measuring mode press or to exit Continuous Measuring mode press .
Area Measurement (Square2) Press Power Button to turn power on. Press button to enter Area mode. A rectangle icon will appear on the upper left side of screen. Observe flashing line for each required measurement (Length & Width). Follow flashing line instructions on screen to measure width & length. Press and release button to record measurements. Area calculation will be presented in sub value position at top of screen.
For better visibility press and hold the backlight button the backlight. to activate It is recommended that you test this function prior to taking important measurements. Simply write down each Area calculation on a piece of paper and add (or subtract) the Area calculations along with the Laser Distance Measure. This will familiarize you with the process of how the calculations are determined. Follow the Area measurement instructions above to enter Area mode.
Volume Measurement (Cube3) Press Power Button to turn power on. Press and release button two times. A 3- dimensional rectangle icon will appear on the upper left side of screen. Observe flashing line for each required measurement (Length, Height & Width). Follow flashing line instructions on screen to measure length, width & height. Press and release button to record measurements. Volume calculation will be presented in sub value position at top of screen.
To tally (or sum) the Volume calculations of multiple rooms use the following steps: Suggestions: Be sure you have the desired unit of measure selected. For better visibility press and hold the backlight button the backlight. to activate It is recommended that you test this function prior to taking important measurements. Simple write down each Volume calculation on a piece of paper and add (or subtract) the Volume calculations along with the Laser Distance Measure.
You will now see the previous Volume calculation at the top row being added to the most recent Volume calculation in the middle row. The sum of both Volume calculations will be displayed in the bottom row. Follow this sequence to continue tallying additional Volume dimensions.
First Press for Single Pythagoras Calculates distance between Point 1 and Point 2 Second Press for Double Pythagoras (Summary) Calculates distance between Point 1 and Point 3 Third Press for Double Pythagoras (Partial Measurement) Calculates distance between Point 1 and Point 2 Indirect Measurement 1 (2 shot measurements FULL Height) Press and release Indirect Measure button once to enter mode. Position instrument by observing flashing line on screen.
Indirect Measurement 2 (3 shot measurements FULL Height) Press and release Indirect Measure button twice to enter Mode. Aim laser at target-observe flashing lines on screen. Press and release Measure button to record first measurement. Hold instrument position and pivot to aim laser at second target observing flashing line on screen. Press and release Measure button to record second measurement. Hold instrument position and pivot to aim laser at third target.
Press and release Measure button to record second measurement. Hold instrument position and pivot to aim laser at third target. Press and release Measure button to record third measurement. Pythagoras calculation (partial height) will be presented in main screen position at bottom. Note: Unit of measure for each Pythagoras function is capable of being displayed in decimal (feet, inches or metric) or inches and feet to 1/32. Simply press and hold to scroll through each unit of measure.
Follow the Indirect measurement instructions above to enter Indirect measurement mode. Once the first Indirect measurement calculation is taken it will be displayed in the bottom row on the LCD screen. Press and release the button. Upon pressing the button the LCD screen will be cleared however the Indirect measurement calculation is stored. The Indirect measurement mode will remain active on the LCD screen Take the second Indirect measurement.
Stake-out Stake-out mode is designed to mark off repetitive equal distances. For example, fence post installation or framing. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. To use Stake-out, you have to set one value or “stake” in memory. Turn the unit on. Press and release three times to enter the first stake setting. Press to increase your value. Press to decrease your value. Hold for two seconds to shift to positions. Once value is set, press to enter.
Memory Recall This instrument stores your last 20 measurements in order recognizing their unit of measure and measuring mode. Press and hold the Press or measurements. button. buttons to scroll up or down through the recorded Memory Reset Feature While the laser distance measure instrument is off, the memory may be erased by following these steps: Press and hold the While holding Release button. press the power button . as you see the screen turn on and them immediately off.
Indoor & Outdoor Measurements This model is designed to take measurements indoors under normal settings. The measuring surfaces and ambient light are critical factors to the quality of measurement (indoors and outdoors). Outdoor measurement capability may be limited due to sunlight/UV ray interference.
Error Codes Code Description Err01 Distance is outside of measuring range Err02 Err03 Reflected signal is too weak Out of display range Err04 Pythagorean theorem calculation error Err05 Err06 Low Battery Temperature is outside of working range Err07 Ambient light is too strong 28 Solution Measure in a shorter distance or longer distance Measure on a better surface Maximum Value: 99,999 Split up measurement area into smaller segments.
Tips from the Pro’s Take more than one measurement in critical situations where accuracy needs to be greater than an estimation measurement. Take 3-4 measurements from the same position to compare consistency of each reading. Prior to important measurements verify that the instrument is in proper working order and take sample measurements of a known distance to verify accuracy. To accurately measure from the rear of the instrument, use a scrap piece of drywall or other flat material.
7. Technical Specifications Measure Range* 2” - 165’ Accuracy* ± 1/16” Measure Speed* 0.5 seconds Laser Type 650 nm, ± 10nm, Class II, ≤ 1mW Power Supply 2-“AA” Alkaline Batteries (included) Battery Life 10,000 measurements Dimensions Working Temperature 4.7” x 2.2” x 1.
8. Product Warranty Johnson Level & Tool offers a two year limited warranty on our laser distance measure products. You can obtain a copy of the limited warranty for a Johnson Level & Tool product by contacting Johnson Level & Tool's Customer Service Department as provided below or by visiting us online at www.johnsonlevel.com. The limited warranty for each product contains various limitations and exclusions. NOTE: The user is responsible for the proper use and care of the product.
9. Warranty Registration You will need to locate the serial number for your product that is located inside the battery compartment. PLEASE NOTE THAT IN ADDITION TO ANY OTHER LIMITATIONS OR CONDITIONS OF JOHNSON LEVEL & TOOL'S LIMITED WARRANTY, JOHNSON LEVEL & TOOL MUST HAVE RECEIVED YOUR PROPERLY COMPLETED WARRANTY CARD WITHIN 30 DAYS OF YOUR PURCHASE OF THE PRODUCT OR ANY LIMITED WARRANTY THAT MAY APPLY SHALL NOT APPLY AND THERE SHALL BE NO WARRANTY.
