GeoMax Zeta125 User manual

GeoMax Zeta125 Series
User Manual Version 2.0
English

Introduction
The Zeta125 pipe laser series is built to withstand the harsh environment of
the construction site.
The integrated Li-Ion battery with internal charge control provides a long
operating time. The battery can be recharged while the instrument is work-
ing.
The functional range makes it easy to use and quick to align desired slope
for all pipe laying applications.
The laser offers a large grade setting from –10% to +40%. The line control
adjustment can be done with the remote control even at far distances.
The Zeta125S versions have an automatic cross axis levelling and an extra
scan beam for aligning and to orientate the laser beam direction.
About the instru-
ment
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Model Description
Zeta125 Red beam pipe laser, Laser class 2
Zeta125 Red beam pipe laser, Laser class 3R
Zeta125S Red beam pipe laser with active cross axis compensation
Zeta125G Green beam pipe laser, Laser class 2M
Zeta125G Green beam pipe laser, Laser class 3R
Zeta125SG Green beam pipe laser with active cross axis compensa-
tion
This manual contains important safety directions as well as instructions for
setting up the product and operating it. Refer to 1 Safety Directions for fur-
ther information.
Read carefully through the User Manual before you switch on the product.
The content of this document is subject to change without prior notice.
Ensure that the product is used in accordance with the latest version of this
document.
Models of the
GeoMax Zeta125
Series
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Name Description
User Manual All instructions required in order to safely operate
and handle the product throughout its life cycle
can be found here.
☞Read and follow the User Manual before using the product.
☞Keep all documentation for future reference!
Available Docu-
mentation
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Table of Contents
1 Safety Directions 7
1.1 General 7
1.2 Definition of Use 8
1.3 Limits of Use 9
1.4 Responsibilities 11
1.5 Hazards of Use 12
1.6 Laser Classification 21
1.6.1 Laser Class 1 22
1.6.2 Laser Class 2/Laser Class 2M 24
1.6.3 Laser Class 3R 27
1.7 Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) 35
1.8 FCC Statement, Applicable in U.S. 38
2 Container Contents 40
3 Product Overview 41
3.1 Batteries 43
3.1.1 Operating Principles 43
3.1.2 Changing the Battery 44
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3.1.3 Charging the Battery 46
3.2 Basic Handling 48
3.3 Remote Control 58
4 Menu 63
5 Care and Transport 70
5.1 Maintenance 70
5.2 Transport 70
5.3 Storage 71
5.4 Cleaning and Drying 72
6 Technical Data 74
6.1 Technical Data 74
6.2 Conformity to National Regulations 78
6.3 Dangerous Goods Regulations 78
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1 Safety Directions
1.1 General
The following directions enable the person responsible for the product, and
the person who actually uses the equipment, to anticipate and avoid opera-
tional hazards.
The person responsible for the product must ensure that all users under-
stand these directions and adhere to them.
The symbols used in this manual have the following meanings:
Type Description
DANGER
Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if
not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
WARN-
ING
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation or an unin-
tended use which, if not avoided, could result in
death or serious injury.
Description
Symbols
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Type Description
CAUTION
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation or an unin-
tended use which, if not avoided, may result in minor
or moderate injury.
NOTICE Indicates a potentially hazardous situation or an unin-
tended use which, if not avoided, may result in appre-
ciable material, financial and environmental damage.
☞Important paragraphs which must be adhered to in
practice as they enable the product to be used in a
technically correct and efficient manner.
1.2 Definition of Use
•The instrument projects a collimated beam of laser light for the pur-
poses of alignment of gravity flow pipelines
•The red laser beam can be detected by viewing it on an opaque red
target
•The green laser beam can be detected by viewing it on an opaque
blue target
•Remote control of product
Intended use
Safety Directions 8

•Use of the product without instruction
•Use outside of the intended use and limits
•Disabling safety systems
•Removal of hazard notices
•Opening the product using tools, for example screwdriver, unless this
is permitted for certain functions
•Modification or conversion of the product
•Use after misappropriation
•Use of products with recognisable damage or defects
•Use with accessories from other manufacturers without the prior expli-
cit approval of GeoMax
•Inadequate safeguards at the working site
•Controlling of machines, moving objects or similar monitoring applica-
tion without additional control and safety installations
1.3 Limits of Use
Suitable for use in an atmosphere appropriate for permanent human habit-
ation. Not suitable for use in aggressive or explosive environments.
Reasonably fore-
seeable misuse
Environment
Safety Directions 9

WARNING
Working in hazardous areas, or close to electrical installations or
similar situations
Life Risk.
Precautions:
▶Local safety authorities and safety experts must be contacted by the
person responsible for the product before working in such conditions.
The following advice is only valid for battery charger, power adapter and
car adapter.
Suitable for use in dry environments only and not under adverse condi-
tions.
☞
Environment
Safety Directions 10

1.4 Responsibilities
GeoMax AG, CH-9443 Widnau, hereinafter referred to as GeoMax, is
responsible for supplying the product, including the user manual and ori-
ginal accessories, in a safe condition.
The person responsible for the product has the following duties:
•To understand the safety instructions on the product and the instruc-
tions in the User Manual
•To ensure that it is used in accordance with the instructions
•To be familiar with local regulations relating to safety and accident
prevention
•To inform GeoMax immediately if the product and the application
become unsafe
•To ensure that the national laws, regulations and conditions for the
operation of the product are respected
Manufacturer of
the product
Person respons-
ible for the
product
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1.5 Hazards of Use
NOTICE
Dropping, misusing, modifying, storing the product for long periods
or transporting the product
Watch out for erroneous measurement results.
Precautions:
▶Periodically carry out test measurements and perform the field adjust-
ments indicated in the User Manual, particularly after the product has
been subjected to abnormal use as well as before and after important
measurements.
WARNING
Inadequate securing of the working site
This can lead to dangerous situations, for example in traffic, on building
sites and at industrial installations.
Precautions:
▶Always ensure that the working site is adequately secured.
▶Adhere to the regulations governing safety, accident prevention and
road traffic.
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CAUTION
Not properly secured accessories
If the accessories used with the product are not properly secured and the
product is subjected to mechanical shock, for example blows or falling, the
product may be damaged or people can sustain injury.
Precautions:
▶When setting up the product, make sure that the accessories are cor-
rectly adapted, fitted, secured, and locked in position.
▶Avoid subjecting the product to mechanical stress.
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For the AC/DC power supply and the battery charger:
WARNING
Electric shock due to use under wet and severe conditions
If unit becomes wet it may cause you to receive an electric shock.
Precautions:
▶If the product becomes humid, it must not be used!
▶Use the product only in dry environments, for example in buildings or
vehicles.
▶Protect the product against humidity.
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For the AC/DC power supply and the battery charger:
WARNING
Unauthorised opening of the product
Either of the following actions may cause you to receive an electric shock:
•Touching live components
•Using the product after incorrect attempts were made to carry out
repairs.
Precautions:
▶Do not open the product!
▶Only GeoMax authorised service centres are entitled to repair these
products.
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WARNING
Inappropriate mechanical influences to batteries
During the transport, shipping or disposal of batteries it is possible for inap-
propriate mechanical influences to constitute a fire hazard.
Precautions:
▶Before shipping the product or disposing it, discharge the batteries by
the product until they are flat.
▶When transporting or shipping batteries, the person in charge of the
product must ensure that the applicable national and international
rules and regulations are observed.
▶Before transportation or shipping, contact your local passenger or
freight transport company.
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WARNING
Exposure of batteries to high mechanical stress, high ambient tem-
peratures or immersion into fluids
This can cause leakage, fire or explosion of the batteries.
Precautions:
▶Protect the batteries from mechanical influences and high ambient
temperatures. Do not drop or immerse batteries into fluids.
WARNING
Short circuit of battery terminals
If battery terminals are short circuited e.g. by coming in contact with jew-
ellery, keys, metallised paper or other metals, the battery can overheat and
cause injury or fire, for example by storing or transporting in pockets.
Precautions:
▶Make sure that the battery terminals do not come into contact with
metallic objects.
The following advice is only valid for battery charger, power adapter and
car adapter.
☞
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WARNING
Unauthorised opening of the product
Either of the following actions may cause you to receive an electric shock:
•Touching live components
•Using the product after incorrect attempts were made to carry out
repairs
Precautions:
▶Do not open the product!
▶Only GeoMax authorised service centres are entitled to repair these
products.
WARNING
Wet or moisture conditions
The housing around the battery has wiring which may produce a short-cir-
cuit.
Precautions:
▶Do not be place the battery system in water or expose it to moisture,
lubricants, solvents or any other liquid.
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CAUTION
Before any cleaning procedure, ensure that the instrument is switched off
and the battery has been removed.
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WARNING
If the product is improperly disposed of, the following can happen:
•If polymer parts are burnt, poisonous gases are produced which may
impair health
•If batteries are damaged or are heated strongly, they can explode and
cause poisoning, burning, corrosion or environmental contamination
•By disposing of the product irresponsibly you may enable unauthor-
ised persons to use it in contravention of the regulations, exposing
themselves and third parties to the risk of severe injury and rendering
the environment liable to contamination
Precautions:
▶
The product must not be disposed with household
waste.
Dispose of the product appropriately in accordance
with the national regulations in force in your country.
Always prevent access to the product by unauthor-
ised personnel.
Product-specific treatment and waste management information can be
received from your GeoMax dealer.
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