Empire eLGC User manual

Cat. no. eLGC
25M GREEN SELF-LEVELING
CROSS LINE LASER
Operator’s manual
WARNING! To reduce the risk of injury, user must read and understand the operator’s manual.

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GENERAL POWER TOOL SAFETY WARNINGS
WARNING! Read and understand all instructions.
Failure to follow all instructions listed below, may result in
electric shock, re, and/or serious personal injury. Save all
warnings and instructions for future reference.
■Save these instructions. The operator’s manual
contains important safety and operating instructions.
LASER SAFETY
WARNING! The product produces visible laser
beams that are emitted from the product.
■Laser light - Do not stare into the beam or view
directly with optical instruments. Do not point the
laser light at others. The laser light can cause eye
damage.
WORK AREA SAFETY
■Ensure that adequate safeguards are implemented
at the work site (e.g. surveying site when measuring
on roads, construction sites, etc.).
■Avoid dangerous environments. Avoid extended
exposure to rain, snow, damp, or wet locations. Do
not use the product in the presence of explosive
atmospheres (gaseous fumes, dust, or flammable
materials).
PERSONAL SAFETY
■Do not allow persons who are unfamiliar with the
product and this operator’s manual to operate the
product. The product can be dangerous in the hands of
untrained users.
■Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance
at all times. This enables better control of the product in
unexpected situations.
BATTERY USE AND CARE
■The product is designed to be powered by 4-AA
batteries properly inserted into the product. Do not
attempt to use with any other voltage or power supply.
■Do not leave batteries within the reach of children.
■Do not mix new and used batteries. Do not mix
brands (or types within brands) of batteries.
■Do not mix rechargeable and non-rechargeable
batteries.
■Install the batteries according to its polarity (+ / –)
diagrams.
■Properly dispose of used batteries immediately.
■Do not incinerate or dismantle batteries.
■Under abusive conditions, liquid may be ejected
from the battery, avoid contact. If contact with the
battery liquid accidentally occurs, flush with water.
If the liquid comes in contact with the eyes, seek
medical help. Liquid ejected from the battery may
cause irritation or burns.
SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES FOR LASER LEVELS
■Watch out for erroneous results if the product is
defective or if it has been dropped, misused, or
modified.
■Do not dispose the product or batteries together
with household waste material. Product and
batteries that have reached the end of their life must be
collected separately and returned to an environmentally
compatible recycling facility.
■Ensure that the product magnets are securely
mounted to a metal surface. Magnet strength may
not hold on to thin metal surfaces, causing the
product to fall.
■Maintain labels and nameplates. These carry
important information. If unreadable or missing, contact
EMPIRE customer service for a free replacement.
■The product conforms to the most stringent
requirements of the relevant Electromagnetic
Compatibility (EMC) Standards and Regulations.
Yet, the possibility of causing interference in other
devices cannot be totally excluded.
CAUTION! The use of controls, adjustments, or
performance of procedures other than those specified
in this manual may result in hazardous radiation
exposure.
■Make sure to turn off the product after use. When
the product is not used for a long period, remove the
batteries before placing it in storage.
SPECIFICATIONS
Catalogue No................... eLGC
Voltage............................. 6 V (4xAA) NEDA 15 A IEC LR6
Laser................................ Class 2
Max power....................... < 8 mW
Wavelength...................... 510 - 530 nm
Beam divergence............. 1 rad
Storage temperature........ -20°C to 40°C
Working range ................. 25 m
Visible range.................... 25 m
Accuracy.......................... 6 mm @ 10 mm
Settle Time....................... < 4 seconds
Tripod mount ................... 1/4"-20
Ingress protection............ IP54
Drop rating....................... 1 m
Leveling ........................... Auto ±4° side to side, front to back
Operating temperature .... -10°C to 40°C
SYMBOLOGY
Volts
Direct current
Laser radiation
Do not stare into beam class 2 laser
product.
To reduce the risk of injury, read the
operator’s manual.

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Regulatory Compliance Mark (RCM).
The product meets applicable
regulatory requirements.
FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION
1. Laser aperture
2. On/o󰀨 switch
3. Magnets (not shown)
4. Integrated mount
5. Battery compartment
6. Threaded insert (not shown)
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Made in
China
25M GREEN SELF-LEVELING
CROSS LINE LASER
CAT.NO.: eLGC
SER. 912303 SSSSSS MJJJJ
6 V (4xAA) NEDA 15 A IEC LR6
ASSEMBLY
Changing the battery
Use only alkaline batteries. Do not use zinc-carbon
batteries. If the laser will not be used for a long time, remove
the batteries as a protection against corrosion.
Change the batteries when the low battery indicatior ashes.
To change the batteries:
1. Lift the latch to open the battery door.
2. Insert 4 AA batteries according to the +/- polarity
marked in the compartment.
3. Install the battery door securely.
Low battery indication
To indicate low battery (about 30 minutes of battery life
remaining), the laser lines ash:
■In ON mode - 3 times every 4 seconds
■In ON mode- 3 times every 8 seconds
The low battery indicator ashes continue until the batteries
are removed and replaced.
During self-leveling, the out-of-level indicator (ashes 3
times per second) overrides the low battery indictor.
*Battery life may vary by brand and age. Replace the
batteries as soon as possible.
OPERATION
WARNING! To reduce the temporary e󰀨ects on the
vision, do not look directly into the laser when it is on.
CAUTION! The use of controls, adjustments, or
performance of procedures other than those specied in this
manual may result in hazardous radiation exposure.
NOTE: Perform the accuracy eld check procedure
immediately upon unboxing each new product and before
exposure to the jobsite conditions. See “Accuracy Field
Check” section for information.
Turning the product on/o󰀨
To turn on the laser and unlock the pendulum, slide the
switch to the desired position. Two perpendicular lines will
immediately be emitted from the apertures.
WARNING! Do not look directly into the laser
apertures.
ON The laser turns on and unlocks the
pendulum to enable self-leveling.
ON The laser turns on but does not unlock the
pendulum (self-leveling is disabled). The
laser lines ash once every 8 seconds to
indicate that the projected lines are not
level or plumb.
NOTE: The ON mode disables self-
leveling and therefore is not intended for
projecting a level or plumb line.
OFF The laser turns o󰀨 and locks the pendulum.
When not in use, turn o󰀨 the product and
store it in the protective carrying case.
Using the product
1. For best results, place the product on a work surface
that is:
●sturdy
●level (within 4 degrees of true level)
●free of vibrations
2. Turn on the product.
3. In ON mode, the product will self-level when
placed on surfaces within 4 degrees of true level.
4. The product is ready once the emitted lines are
continuous and no longer moving on the work surface.
5. If the product cannot achieve a level state (i.e., the
work surface is > 4 degrees o󰀨 true level), the laser
points ash rapidly (3 ashes per second). Relocate or
adjust the work surface.

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Troubleshooting
If the product does not turn on:
■Ensure that the batteries are inserted correctly according
to the +/- polarity marked in the compartment.
■Replace batteries that may be at the end of its life.
■Ensure that the product’s internal temperature is within
the specified operating ranges. If the product is stored
in excessive heat or cold, allow at least 2 hours to
acclimate it to the ambient temperature before turning
on the product.
■Ensure that the switch is in the ON position.
If problem persists, please contact EMPIRE customer
service for support.
ACCURACY FIELD CHECK
NOTE: Perform the accuracy field check procedure
immediately upon unboxing each new product
and before exposure to the jobsite conditions. See
“Accuracy Field Check” for information. Should any
deviation from the listed product accuracy be found, contact
EMPIRE customer service. Failure to do so could result in
rejection of the warranty claim.
Inuences on accuracy
Ambient temperature gradients can impact laser accuracy.
For accurate and repeatable results, perform the following
procedure with the laser elevated o󰀨 the ground and placed
in the centre of the working area.
Abusive treatment of the product, such as excessive impacts
from drop, can also lead to deviations in product accuracy.
Therefore, it is recommended to conduct the eld check
procedure after any impact or before completing any critical
jobs.
Checking the horizontal height accuracy
A free measuring distance of approximately 20.12 m on
a rm surface between two walls or structures A and B is
required for this check.
Mount the product to a commercially available tripod for
easy adjustment.
1. Securely mount the product within 0.30 m of wall A.
A B
20.12 m
0.30 m
2. Turn the product to ON mode.
3. Direct the front laser beam against the nearest wall A
and allow it to self-level. Mark the centre of the laser
cross on the wall (point I).
4. Rotate the product 180° without changing the height,
allow it to self-level, and mark the centre of the laser
cross on the opposite wall B (point II).
A180° B
5. Move the product within 0.30 m of wall B. Turn the
product to ON mode and align the laser cross in the
general direction of point II on wall B.
0.30 m
A B
6. Adjust the height of the product (using the tripod or
by adding shims, if required) to align the laser cross
directly onto point II on wall B. Allow the product to
self-level.
7. Rotate the product 180° without changing the height,
allow it to self-level, and mark the centre of the laser
cross on wall A (point III). Point III should be aligned as
vertically above or below point I on wall A as possible.
B
d
A180°
8. The distance between points I and III on wall A is the
height deviation (d) of the product. This distance should
not exceed 6.35 mm (max) at 10.06 m (25.40 mm at
40.24 m). For the measuring distance of 2 x 20.12 m =
40.24 m, the maximum allowable deviation (d) is: 40.24
m x ±6.35 mm ÷ 10.06 m = ±25.40 mm.

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Checking the horizontal leveling accuracy
A free measuring space of approximately 10.06 m x 10.06
m on a rm surface between two walls or structures A and B
is required for the check.
Mount the product to a commercially available tripod for
easy adjustment. Securely mount the product on one side
of the room and centred between walls A and B. Direct the
laser lines toward the other side of the room such that the
horizontal line appears on both walls A and B. Allow the
product to self-level.
1. At a distance of 5.03 m from the laser, mark the centre
of the horizontal line on Wall A (Point I). Do the same
on Wall B (Point II).
A
10.06 m
B
5.03 m
2. Move the laser 10.06 m toward the opposite wall and
rotate the laser 180°. Allow the product to self-level.
3. Adjust the height of the product (using the tripod or
by adding shims, if required) such that the centre of
the horizontal line is projected exactly against the
previously marked point II on wall B. Ensure that the
product is self-leveled after alignment.
4. Mark the centre of the horizontal line on wall A (point
III). Make sure that point III is aligned as vertical as
possible above or below point I.
5. The distance d between marked points I and III on wall
A indicates the actual deviation (d) of the product.
A
B
10.06 m
5.03 m
d
6. For the measuring distance of 2 x 10.06 m = 20.12
m, the maximum allowable deviation (d) is: 20.12 m x
±6.35 mm ÷ 10.06 m = ±12.70 mm. Thus, the di󰀨erence
d between points I and III should not exceed 12.70 mm
(max) at 20.12 m.
Checking the vertical leveling accuracy
A door opening with approximately 2.44 m of space on each
side of the opening is required for this check.
1. Securely mount the product 2.44 m from one side of
the door opening.
2. Turn the product to ON mode.
3. Position the product with the laser cross towards the
door opening. Allow the product to self-level.
4. Mark the centre of the vertical laser line on the oor in
the middle of the door opening (point I), at a distance
of 2.44 m beyond the door opening (point II), and at the
upper edge of the door opening (point III).
2.44 m 2.44 m
2.15 m
5. Move the product directly behind point II on the other
side of the door. Align the vertical laser line so that the
centre is directly aligned with points I and II.
6. Mark the centre of the vertical line at the upper edge of
the door opening (point IV).
7. Measure the height of the door opening.
8. The distance between points III and IV on the upper
door opening is the vertical deviation (d) of the product.
d

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9. The maximum vertical deviation (d) is: dmax = 2 X H
(door opening) x ±6.35 mm ÷ 10.06 m
Example: for a door opening height of 2.15 m, the
maximum permitted deviation (d) is: dmax = 2 x 2.15 m
x ±6.35 mm ÷ 10.06 m = ±2.71 mm.
Therefore, the measurement between points III and IV
on the upper door opening should not exceed 2.71 mm
in a 2.15 m doorway.
MAINTENANCE
WARNING! To reduce the risk of injury, always
remove the battery before performing any maintenance.
Never disassemble the product.
Maintaining the product
Maintain the product. If damaged, have the product repaired
before use. Accidents may be caused by poorly maintained
products.
WARNING! To reduce the risk of personal injury
and damage, never immerse the product in liquid or
allow liquid to flow inside them.
Cleaning the product
Keep the product handles clean, dry, and free of oil or
grease. Use only mild soap and a damp cloth to clean the
product since certain cleaning agents and solvents are
harmful to plastics and other insulated parts. Some of these
include gasoline, turpentine, lacquer thinner, paint thinner,
chlorinated cleaning solvents, ammonia and household
detergents containing ammonia. Never use ammable or
combustible solvents around products.
Cleaning the lenses
Blow o󰀨 loose particles with clean compressed air. Carefully
wipe the surface with a cotton swab moistened with water.
Repairs
The product has limited serviceable parts. Do not open the
housing or disassemble product. Contact EMPIRE customer
service for support.
ACCESSORIES
WARNING! Use products only with specifically
designated accessories. Other accessories may create
risk of injury.
SERVICE – AUSTRALIA
1300-361-505
Monday – Friday 8am-5pm AEST
Or visit empiretools.com.au/support/contact-us
SERVICE – NEW ZEALAND
0800-279-624
Monday – Friday 6am-5pm AEST
Or visit empiretools.co.nz/support/contact-us
DISTRIBUTED BY
Techtronic Industries Australia Pty Ltd
31 Gilby Road, Mt. Waverly, 3149 VIC
www.empiretools.com.au
1300 361 505
Techtronic Industries N.Z. Ltd
Unit C, 70 Business Parade South,
Highbrook, Auckland, 2013,
New Zealand
www.empiretools.co.nz
0800 279 624
EMPIRE® PRODUCT LIMITED WARRANTY
Every EMPIRE® product is warranted to the original purchaser only to
be free from defects in material and workmanship. Subject to certain
exceptions, EMPIRE® will repair or replace any the product which,
after examination, is determined by EMPIRE® to be defective in
material or workmanship for the time period indicated below*. Return
of the product to EMPIRE®, freight prepaid and insured, or the place
of purchase is required. A copy of the proof of purchase should be
included with the return product. This warranty does not apply to
damage that EMPIRE® determines to be from misuse, alterations,
abuse, normal wear and tear, lack of maintenance or accidents.
*For products bearing the Limited Lifetime Warranty icon, the warranty
period for those products is the lifetime of the product** unless
otherwise noted. For products bearing the Limited 5-Year Warranty
icon, the warranty period for those products is ve (5) years from the
date of purchase. For products bearing the Limited 1-Year Warranty
Icon, the warranty period for those products is one (1) year from the
date of purchase.
**The warranty period for an ANZ EMPIRE® eLGC is three (3) years
from the date of purchase.
ACCEPTANCE OF THE EXCLUSIVE REPAIR AND REPLACEMENT
REMEDIES DESCRIBED HEREIN IS A CONDITION OF THE CON-
TRACT FOR THE PURCHASE OF EVERY EMPIRE® PRODUCT. IF
YOU DO NOT AGREE TO THIS CONDITION, YOU SHOULD NOT
PURCHASE THE PRODUCT. IN NO EVENT SHALL EMPIRE® BE
LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL OR
PUNITIVE DAMAGES, OR FOR ANY COSTS, ATTORNEY FEES,
EXPENSES, LOSSES OR DELAYS ALLEGED TO BE AS A CON-
SEQUENCE OF ANY DAMAGE TO, FAILURE OF, OR DEFECT IN
ANY PRODUCT INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, ANY CLAIMS
FOR LOSS OF PROFITS. SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW THE
EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUEN-
TIAL DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION OR EXCLUSION
MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU. THIS WARRANTY IS EXCLUSIVE
AND IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER EXPRESS WARRANTIES, WRITTEN
OR ORAL. TO THE EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, EMPIRE®
DISCLAIMS ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING WITHOUT
LIMITATION ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY
OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR USE OR PURPOSE; TO THE
EXTENT SUCH DISCLAIMER IS NOT PERMITTED BY LAW, SUCH
IMPLIED WAR-RANTIES ARE LIMITED TO THE DURATION OF THE
APPLICABLE EXPRESS WARRANTY AS DESCRIBED ABOVE.
SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON HOW LONG AN
IMPLIED WAR-RANTY LASTS, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION MAY
NOT APPLY TO YOU, THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC
LEGAL RIGHTS, AND YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS
WHICH VARY FROM STATE TO STATE.
This warranty applies to product sold in Australia and NZ only.

00698000415Q1-01
Distributed by:
Techtronic Industries Australia Pty Ltd
31 Gilby Road, Mt. Waverly, 3149 VIC
www.empiretools.com.au
1300 361 505
Techtronic Industries N.Z. Ltd
Unit C, 70 Business Parade South,
Highbrook, Auckland, 2013,
New Zealand
www.empiretools.co.nz
0800 279 624