8488H-English_Manuals 11/11/14 2:36 PM Page 1 Electronic Self-Leveling Horizontal Exterior Rotary Laser Kit Model No. 40-6551 ! Instruction Manual Congratulations on your choice of this Electronic Self-Leveling Horizontal Exterior Rotary Laser. We suggest you read this instruction manual thoroughly before using the instrument. Save this instruction manual for future use. This is a Class IIIa laser tool and is manufactured to comply with CFR 21, parts 1040.10 and 1040.
8488H-English_Manuals 11/11/14 2:36 PM Page 2 Table of Contents 1. Kit Contents 2. Features and Functions 3. Safety Instructions 4. Location/Content of Warning Labels 5. Location of Parts/Components 6. Operating Instructions 7. Using the Product 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. Self-Check & Fine Calibration Technical Specifications Application Demonstrations Care and Handling Product Warranty Warranty Registration Accessories Trouble Shooting 1.
8488H-English_Manuals 11/11/14 2:36 PM Page 3 3. Safety Instructions Please read and understand all of the following instructions, prior to using this tool. Failure to do so, may void the warranty. DANGER! Class IIIa Laser Product Max. Power Output: ≤ 5mW Wavelength: 625-645nm 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.
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8488H-English_Manuals 11/11/14 2:36 PM Page 6 6. Operating Instructions IMPORTANT: It is the responsibility of the user to verify the calibration of the instrument before each use. Battery Installation Note: Always check to be sure that the laser is off before removing and replacing battery packs. Alkaline Battery Pack Installation 1. Put 4 “C” batteries into the battery pack according to polarity direction. 2. Attach the battery pack to the laser. Ni-MH Rechargeable Battery Charging Using the 6.
8488H-English_Manuals 11/11/14 2:36 PM Page 7 (4) Used (discharged) batteries are hazardous waste and should be disposed of properly. Before Using the Laser When you charge the new battery or one which has not been used for long periods of time, it may not reach full charge until after you have discharged it fully in use and recharge it several times. Instrument Usage 1. Put in Ni-MH rechargeable battery pack, or 4 “C” alkaline battery pack. 2.
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8488H-English_Manuals 11/11/14 2:36 PM Page 9 Power On/Off 1. Press the power on/off button to power the laser on. The power LED will light up and the laser will electronically selflevel itself, with rotation occurring once the unit is level at 600 rpms. The laser will automatically enter into the Tilt mode and the Tilt LED will flash slowly for 30 seconds then become solid. 2. Press the power on/off button again to power off. Low Battery Indication If the power LED is flashing, the battery is low.
8488H-English_Manuals 11/11/14 2:36 PM Page 10 turn off the tilt mode and will allow the laser to re-level and start rotating again. Press the tilt mode button again to enter tilt mode. Vibrate V-W-S Button Press the Vibrate V-W-S button and the Vibrate V-W-S LED will turn on, which means the laser is in vibrate mode. Vibrate mode allows continuous operation during high winds, vibrations and shocks. Slight movements are ignored and the laser only enters Tilt mode if significant movement occurs.
8488H-English_Manuals 11/11/14 2:36 PM Page 11 Detector Usage Two-Sided Laser Detector with Clamp Model No. 40-6715 The 40-6715 laser detector is an indispensable accessory when using rotary laser levels. The main function of the detector is to detect the position of the laser signals that are transmitted by rotary lasers. This detection quickly and precisely provides the user with the horizontal and vertical references.
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8488H-English_Manuals 11/11/14 2:36 PM Page 13 (b) Display 1. Power on symbol 2. Low battery indicator 3. Fine/Coarse symbol 4. Beeper symbol 5. Position indication arrows Power Key: Turn on/off the power Fine/Coarse Accuracy Key: Switch detecting accuracy LED Key: Turn on/off the LCD’s light Volume Key: Cycles between high, low and off 3. Operation Guide (a) Battery Installation • Open the battery cover door by turning the battery cover screw counter-clockwise.
8488H-English_Manuals 11/11/14 2:36 PM Page 14 4. Operating Instructions Power On Press the power key to turn the unit on. The LCD display will illuminate all the indicator segments for 0.5 second (Fig.2). When the indicator segments are no longer illuminated, the detector is ready for use. Figure 2 Note: The LCD display will still have the power, detection and sound indicators illuminated (Fig. 3).
8488H-English_Manuals 11/11/14 2:36 PM Page 15 Detecting Laser Level Signals While detecting laser signals, the LCD will display as follows: (take the set-up state of high sound and fine detection as an example) Laser signal Laser signal Laser signal The laser signal is down The laser signal is up Horizontal bar indicated on-grade No laser signal is detected Sound: rapid short beeps Sound: slow short beeps Sound: continuous sound Sound: no sound When the laser signal is near the on-grade mark, t
8488H-English_Manuals 11/11/14 2:36 PM Page 16 2. When detecting a vertical laser signal, it is important to have the vertical bubble vial centered, as the deflection of the receive will influence its receiving accuracy. 3. Keep the reception window facing the laser while detecting. 4. Hold the unit stable while detecting. LED Function Power on and press the LED key, the LCD will now be backlit.
8488H-English_Manuals 11/11/14 2:36 PM Page 17 Rod Clamp Connecting to the rod clamp. Connecting to the grade rod. 5. Detector Maintenance • Keep the unit, particularly the reception window, clean. If it does get dirty, use a cloth to wipe it clean.
8488H-English_Manuals 11/11/14 2:36 PM Page 18 8. Self-Check and Fine Calibration IMPORTANT: It is the responsibility of the user to verify the calibration of the instrument before each use. The instrument must be self-checked before operation. If the accuracy is found beyond tolerance, user can make adjustment according to directions as follows. X-Direction Accuracy Self-Check 1. For clarity, we define the direction of handle as X-direction, and the other direction as Y-direction 2.
8488H-English_Manuals 11/11/14 2:36 PM Page 19 Y-direction self-check with the same method as X-direction self-check, and mark point C and point D by turns. 7. If point C and point D are within 1/32" at 50’, the accuracy is within tolerance. Otherwise reference section 12 of this document. Fine Calibration via Remote Control (sold separately) 1. Access calibration mode by simultaneously pressing the “Power” and “Tilt” buttons on the keypad. 2.
8488H-English_Manuals 11/11/14 2:36 PM Page 20 X-axis Calibration 1. Place the unit into calibration mode as discussed above. 2. Position the unit so that the X-axis is directing to the target. 3. Press “X/Y” key on the remote control to toggle calibration control to the X-axis. 4. Press the “UP Arrow” and “Down Arrow” buttons respectively to adjust the laser height to coincide with the zero position of the target. 5.
8488H-English_Manuals 11/11/14 2:36 PM Page 21 9. Technical Specifications Laser Wavelength Laser Classification Maximum Power Output Accuracy Interior Range Exterior Range Auto-Leveling Range Power Supply Battery Life Dimensions Weight Working Temperature Center Screw Thread Rotation Speed IP Protection Class ©2015 Johnson Level & Tool 635nm±10nm Class IIIa ≤5mW ±1/8"/100 ft. (±1mm/10m) Up to 200 ft. (60m) diameter depending on light conditions Up to 2000 ft.
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8488H-English_Manuals 11/11/14 2:36 PM Page 23 11. Care and Handling • This laser unit is a precision tool that must be handled with care. • Avoid exposing unit to shock vibrations and extreme temperatures. • Before moving or transporting the unit, make sure that the unit is turned off. • Remove the batteries when storing the unit for an extended time (more than three months) to avoid damage to the unit should the batteries deteriorate. • Always store the unit in its case when not in use.
8488H-English_Manuals 11/11/14 2:36 PM Page 24 NOTE: The user is responsible for the proper use and care of the product. It is the responsibility of the user to verify the calibration of the instrument before each use. For further assistance, or if you experience problems with this product that are not addressed in this instruction manual, please contact our Customer Service Dept. In the U.S., contact Johnson Level & Tool’s Customer Service Department at 888-9-LEVELS.
8488H-English_Manuals 11/11/14 2:36 PM Page 25 14. Accessories Johnson® accessories are available for purchase through authorized Johnson® dealers. Use of non-Johnson® accessories will void any applicable limited warranty and there will be NO WARRANTY. If you need any assistance in locating any accessories, please contact our Customer Service Department. In the U.S., contact Johnson Level & Tool’s Customer Service Department at 888-9-LEVELS.
8488H-English_Manuals 11/11/14 2:36 PM Page 26 15. Trouble Shooting • If the unit does not turn on or turns off after a short time, clean the battery terminals. Alkaline: Check the battery polarity or install new alkaline batteries. Rechargeable: Attempt to recondition the batteries by charging for 12-14 hours, unplug the unit and then turn the unit on until battery runs out. Repeat this process 2-3 times.
8488H-English_Manuals 11/11/14 2:37 PM Page 27 • If the unit will not take a charge, does the battery charger LED light change to red as soon as it is plugged in? If no, it is most likely an issue with the charger. If the unit is within the warranty period, contact Johnson Level & Tool’s customer service department to request a replacement charger under warranty. If the unit is not within the warranty period, go to www.johnsonlevel.com to purchase a new charger.
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