Centre Point CP-R30R User manual

CP-R30R
ROTARY LASER
INSTRUCTION MANUAL

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Read the following safety instructions
before attempting to operate this product.
Keep these instructions in a safe place or store
in the carry case for future reference.
SAVE ALL WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS
FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
WARNING!
Read and understand all instructions.
• Use the laser only with the specifically designated
batteries.
• Store the laser out of reach of children and other
untrained persons. Lasers are dangerous in the
hands of untrained users.
• Use only accessories that are recommended for
your model.
• Tool service must be performed only by qualified
repair personnel. Repairs, service or maintenance
performed by unqualified personnel will void the
warranty. Only approved and authorised service
technicians can carry out warranty repairs.
• Do not use optical tools such as a telescope or
transit to view the laser beam. Serious eye injury
could result.
• Do not place the laser in a position which may
cause anyone to intentionally or unintentionally
stare into the laser beam. Serious eye injury could
result.
• Do not position the laser near a reflective surface
which may reflect the laser beam toward anyone’s
eyes. Serious eye injury could result.
• Do not use optical tools to view the laser beam.
• Do not set up the tool at a position where the laser
beam can cross any person at head height.
• Do not let children come in contact with the laser.
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Safety

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CAUTION!
Class 2 Laser Product.
• Never look into the laser beam directly
and intentionally.
• Do not use optical tools to view the laser beam.
• Do not set up the tool at a position where the
laser beam can cross any person at head height.
• Do not let children come in contact with the laser.
• Turn the laser off when it is not in use. Leaving
the laser on increases the risk of staring into the
laser beam.
• Do not operate the laser around children or allow
children to operate the laser. Serious eye injury
may result.
• Do not remove or deface warning labels.
• Position the laser securely on a level surface.
Damage to the laser or serious injury could result
if the laser falls.
WARNING!
DO NOT DISASSEMBLE THE LASER.
There are no user serviceable parts inside.
Disassembling the laser will void all warranties on
the product. Do not modify the product in any way.
Modifying the tool may result in hazardous laser
radiation exposure.
Safety (continued)
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Please ensure the following items are included with your optical level.
If anything is missing please contact your retailer.
Centre Point
CP-R30R
Remote control Detector & clamp Laser target Laser glasses
Charger Rechargeable battery
pack (laser level)
1x 9v alkaline
battery (detector)
2x AAA alkaline
batteries (remote)
Carry case
INCHES CM
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Item Checklist

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Rotating laser port
Protective lighthouse
Control panel
Charging port
Laser Overview: Front

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5/8” x 11 thread for
horizontal operation
on a tripod
Battery thumb screw
Charging port
Laser Overview: Base

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SC AN
RPM
Power
Tilt alarm indicator
Power indicator
Grade adjustment
Grade adjustment
Grade adjustment
Tilt alarm
Manual / automatic mode
Scanning mode
Manual / automatic mode indicator
Counter clockwise rotation
Clockwise rotation Speed control
Laser Overview: Control Panel

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Manual / automatic mode
Button indicator
Counter clockwise rotation
Scanning mode
Clockwise rotation
Speed control
Grade adjustment
Grade adjustment
Grade adjustment
Grade adjustment
Remote Control Overview: Front

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Battery compartment
Remote Control Overview: Back

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Sound on / off
Coarse / fine detection
LCD display screen
Laser sensor
Speaker
Power
Detector Overview: Front

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Battery indicator
Arrow indicator
Arrow indicator
Centre alignment
Detection mode: fine
Speaker indicator
Detection mode: course
Detector Overview: LCD Screen

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Battery compartment
Staff clamp thread
LCD display screen
Detector Overview: Back

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Indoor charger
• The indoor charger is for indoor use only.
• Do not store in locations where moisture can be
present or where the chargers could be exposed
to extreme temperatures.
• If a charger becomes damaged, stop using
immediately and seek a replacement.
WARNING: Only use the supplied charger.
Using an incorrect charger will void the
warranty. Do not charge alkaline batteries.
POWER SUPPLY
Rechargeable battery pack
• The instrument is supplied with a rechargeable
Ni-MH battery pack that is located in the base of
the instrument.
• The rechargeable battery pack is supplied only
partially charged. Charge the rechargeable battery
pack before use. Keep the rechargeable battery
pack in the carry case when not in the laser level.
• The power indicator light will flash when the
battery is low. The instrument should be re-
charged as soon as possible.
• Battery pack capacity decreases at low
temperatures; a depleted pack may not function
when cold.
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Using Your Laser

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Charging the rechargeable battery pack
• Insert the charger into one of the two charging
ports. The charging ports are located on the
battery pack and underneath the control panel.
Progress will be shown by the power indicator
display on the charger as below:
Red (flashing) = Charger and battery are not
connected.
Red (constant) = Battery is charging
Green (constant) = Battery is charged
• Charging time is approximately 5 hours for a
depleted battery.
The battery pack does not need to be inserted
in the laser whilst charging via the port on the
battery pack.
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Using Your Laser (continued)

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Removing and inserting the rechargeable battery pack
• Loosen the battery thumb screw on the base
of the instrument and remove the battery pack.
• Insert the battery pack, ensuring the metal pins
are aligned. Tighten the battery thumb screw.
WARNING: Do not attempt to disassemble
the battery pack.
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Using Your Laser (continued)
SET UP
• Select a place as close as practical to the
work site. Ensure the location is clear of traffic.
• Place the laser on a level surface such as a bench
or mount.

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Mounting to a construction tripod
The construction tripod is an optional
accessory which can be purchased
from your retailer.
• Extend the tripod legs to the required height and
then spread the legs wide enough so that the
tripod platform is stable.
• Place the laser level onto the tripod with the
lighthouse facing upwards and thread the yoke
into the base until firm. Do not over tighten as this
may cause damage to the laser level or tripod.
WARNING! Attaching the instrument to
a tripod without the correct thread size
as your instrument may cause damage.
Instructions are for a domed
or flat construction tripod only.
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Using Your Laser (continued)
HORIZONTAL MEASUREMENT SET UP
Level surface set up
• Select a place as close and practical to the work
site as possible, and ensure that the location is
clear of traffic.
• Place the laser level onto a reasonably level surface
with the lighthouse facing upwards.
VERTICAL MEASUREMENT SET UP
Level surface set up
• Select a place as close and practical to the work
site as possible, and ensure that the location is
clear of traffic.
• Place the laser level onto a reasonably level surface
with the lighthouse facing upwards.

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Using Your Laser (continued)

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Speed control
• Press the speed control button to cycle through
various rotational speeds.
• The speed control indicator will flash slowly when
speed is slow and fast when speed is increased.
Scanning mode
• To focus the laser beam between two points press
the scanning mode button.
• Pressing the button multiple times will adjust the
angle of the beam.
• To cancel scan mode press the scanning mode
button several times to cycle through to full
rotation.
OPERATION
Powering on
• Press the power button once and the instrument
will power on and begin automatically self-
levelling. When this levelling process is complete,
the penta prism inside the lighthouse will start
rotating.
• If the instrument is outside the self levelling range
the instrument will not level causing the laser beam
to flash continuously. If this occurs, reposition the
instrument onto a level surface until the instrument
can level off.
Powering off
• Press the power button once and the instrument
will power off.
Using Your Laser (continued)

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Rotation direction
• Whilst the instrument is in scanning mode press
the clockwise or counter clockwise button to
change the rotation of the laser head button to
change the rotation of the laser head.
Tilt alarm
• Once the instrument has been levelled off, the tilt
alarm can be enabled by pressing the tilt alarm
button. The tilt alarm indicator light will flash
continuously whilst active.
• If the instrument is disturbed while the alarm is
active the instrument will stop rotating and will
need to be powered off and on again to reset its
level position.
Setting up a grade / slope
• To create a slope / grade, enter into manual mode
by pressing the manual / automatic mode button
on either the instrument or remote control.
• The manual / automatic mode indicator on the
instrument will light up when manual mode is
active.
• To adjust the grade, press the grade adjustment
arrows on either the instrument or remote control.
• To cancel out of manual mode press the manual /
automatic mode button.
When in manual mode the instrument will not
self level and correct for vibrations and/or
disturbances.
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Using Your Laser (continued)

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POWER SUPPLY
• The remote is powered by two AAA alkaline
batteries.
Battery replacement
• Remove the battery door cover.
• Insert the battery according to polarity and replace
the battery door.
OPERATION
• Ensure the instrument is turned on and the laser
head is rotating.
• Press the speed control button to increase or
decrease the speed of the laser head rotation.
• To focus the laser beam between two points press
the scanning mode button. Pressing the button
multiple times will adjust the angle of the beam.
• Press the clockwise or counter clockwise button
to change the rotation of the laser head while the
instrument is in scan mode.
• To create a grade / slope press the grade
adjustment arrows.
Using Your Remote