Johnson Level & Tool 40-6006 User manual

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Laser Distance Measure
Model No. 40-6006
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 CRF 21,
parts 1040.10 and 1040.11 as well as international safety rule IEC 285.
The laser also complies with EMC Test according to EN61000-6-3;
2001+A11:2004, EN 6100-6-1:2011, EN 6100-4-2, EN 61000-4-3, EN
60825, FCC Test according to PART 15.
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Table of Contents
1.Kit Contents . . . . . . . . . pg. 2
2.Safety Information . . . pg. 2-3
3.Location/Content of
Warning Labels . . . . . . . pg. 3
4.Location of Parts/
Components . . . . . . . pg. 4-6
5.Start Up - Battery Installation
Instructions . . . . . . . . . . pg. 7
6.Using the Product . . pg. 8-16
7.
Technical Specifications pg. 17
8.Product Warranty. . . . . pg. 18
9.Product Registration . . pg. 19
1. Kit Contents
Description for Model 40-6006 Qty.
Laser Distance Measure 1
“AAA” Alkaline Batteries 2
Instruction Manual with Warranty Card 1
Strap 1
Soft-Sided Pouch 1
2. Safety Instructions
Please read and understand all of the following instructions, prior
to using this tool. Failure to do so, may void warranty.
CAUTION!
Class II Laser Product
Max. Power Output: ≤1mW
Wavelength: 640-660nm
THIS T L EMITS LASER RADIATI N.
D N T STARE INT BEAM.
AV ID DIRECT EYE EXP SURE.
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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.
• Do not project the laser beam directly into the eyes of others.
• Do not set up laser tool at eye level or operate the tool near a reflective surface as
the laser beam could be projected into your eyes or into the eyes of others.
• Do not place the laser tool in a manner that may cause someone to unintentionally
stare into the laser beam. Serious eye injury may result.
• Do not operate the tool in explosive environments, i.e. in the presence of gases or
flammable liquids.
• Keep the laser tool out of the reach of children and other untrained persons.
• Do not attempt to view the laser beam through optical tools such as telescopes as
serious eye injury may result.
• Always turn the laser tool off when not in use or left unattended for a period of time.
• Remove the battery when storing the tool for an extended time (more than 3 months) to
avoid damage to the tool should the batteries deteriorate.
• Do not attempt to repair or disassemble the laser tool. If unqualified persons attempt
to repair this tool, warranty will be void.
• Use only original Johnson
®
parts and accessories purchased from your Johnson
®
authorized dealer.
3. Location/Content of Warning Labels
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4. Location of Part/Components
1. LCD Display
2. Power On/Measure/
Continuous Measure Button
3. Function Button
Add
Subtract
Area
Volume
Indirect/Pythagoras
4. Clear/Power Off Button
5. Warning Label
6. Battery Cover
7. Laser Emitting Window
8. Receiver Window
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1. Active Laser Indicator
2. Measurement Reference Position
3. Sub-Screen
4. Main Screen
5. Battery Status
6. Indirect/Pythagoras Measuring
7. Area/Volume Measuring
8. Single/Continuous Measuring
9. Unit of Measure
LCD Display
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Measuring Reference
Range
Range is specified between a minimum 2-inches to a maximum of
100-feet with an accuracy of 1/16".
Target Surfaces
Measuring errors may occur when aiming at surfaces composed
of colorless liquids (e.g. water), glass, Styrofoam or similar semi-
permeable surfaces. Aiming at high gloss surfaces may deflect the
laser beam and lead to measurement errors.
Hazards of Use
Be aware that errors in distance measurements may occur if the
instrument is defective or has been dropped, been misused or
modified.
Note
Conduct periodic test measurements to ensure the instrument is
measuring accurately and consistently. This is most important if the
instrument has been exposed to abnormal use. Always confirm
accuracy before and during important measurements. Keep the laser
distance measure optic clean and inspect for damage.
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5. Start Up - Battery Installation
1. Remove battery compartment cover.
2. Insert 2-“AAA” batteries observing correct polarity.
3. Close battery compartment cover.
4. Battery status will be shown in start up screen.
Battery has 100% power
Battery has about 60% power
Battery has about 25% power
Battery has 5% power and a new
batteries are required.
Note
Use only alkaline batteries. If the instrument will not be used for an
extended time, remove the batteries to protect against corrosion.
To Power n the Unit
Press the power on/measure/continuous measure button to turn
on the unit.
The LCD and laser beam will turn on, the unit will beep once.
To Power ff the Unit
Press the clear/power off button once to clear the previous mode.
The unit will beep once.
old the button for 3 seconds to power off the unit. The unit will
give a long beep.
Automatic Shutoff
Laser will turn off after approximately 30 seconds
Unit will turn off after 3 minutes of inactivity
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Settings
The 40-6006 has two menu settings:
1. Units of Measure
2. Measurement Reference Position
To enter menu settings:
With the unit turned FF, press and release the + buttons
simultaneously.
Units of Measure
LCD will display UNIT – there are seven units of measure
1. Press the button to change the units of measure from:
Feet only in decimal (ft)
Inches only in decimal (in)
Feet and inches in fractions of 1/16" (in)
Feet and inches in fractions of 1/8" (in)
Feet and inches in fractions of 1/4" (in)
Feet and inches in fractions of 1/2" (in)
Meters (m)
2. To exit units of measure and enter the reference position, press the
button once to enter the reference setting or the button
to begin operations.
6. Using the Product
Measurement Reference Position
There are two reference positions for the 40-6006
1. Front
2. Rear
To enter the reference position settings:
1. Enter menu settings as described above.
2. Press the button to move from units to reference.
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Single Distance Measuring
1. Press the measure button to turn on the unit.
2. Point the laser beam to the target.
3. While holding the unit steady, press the measure button again
to make the measurement.
4. Unit will beep once, measurement will be displayed on the main
screen and the laser beam will turn off.
5. Press the button again, the laser beam will turn on and the first
measurement will go to the sub-screen.
6. Point the laser beam to the next target and press the button
again. The new measurement will be displayed on the main screen
and the prior measurement on the sub-screen.
7. This can be repeated over and over again.
8. To clear, push the button once and the unit will beep once.
9. To power off, press the button for 3 seconds. The unit will give
a long beep.
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3. Press the button to switch from the front of the unit to the
rear of the unit.
4. To exit, press the button to begin operations
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Continuous Measuring
1. After the unit is powered on, hold the button in for 2 seconds,
the LCD display will change from single ( ) to continuous
( ) display.
2. This mode will take continuous measurements as you move closer
or farther away from the target.
3. Minimum working range is 2", maximum working range is 100’.
4. Press the button once to hold the continuous measuring mode.
Press to resume continuous measuring mode.
5. Press the button to clear this mode.
Adding Measurements
1. To add additional measurements after taking the first measurement,
press the function button once.
2. The first measurement will move to the sub-screen and the laser
beam will be on. The add sign (+) by the main screen will be flashing.
3. Point the laser beam to the next target and press the button.
4. The first measurement will be displayed on the sub-screen and the
combined measurements will be displayed on the main screen.
5. To add additional measurements, press the button again.
The (+) sign will be on and the combined measurements will move
to the sub-screen.
6. Press the button and the new measurement will be displayed
on the sub-screen and total measurement on the main screen.
7. Repeat as often as desired.
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Subtracting Measurements
1. To subtract additional measurements after taking the first
measurement, press the function button twice.
2. The first measurement will move to the sub-screen and the laser
beam will be on. The subtract sign (–) by the main screen will be
flashing.
3. Point the laser beam to the next target and press the button.
4. The first measurement will be displayed on the sub-screen and the
combined measurements will be displayed on the main screen.
5. To subtract additional measurements, press the button twice
again. The (–) sign will be on and the combined measurements will
move to the sub-screen.
6. Press the button and the new measurement will be displayed
on the sub-screen and total measurement on the main screen.
7. Repeat as often as desired.
Area, Volume & Indirect (Pythagoras) Measurements
1. To move from line, to area, to volume, to indirect measurements in a
continuous loop, hold in the function button. Releasing the
button will select the desired measurement.
2. To move from one measurement to the next, hold the button in
for 2 seconds.
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Area Measurement (Square2)
1. With unit turned on, hold down the button until the area symbol
( ) is displayed.
2. Press the button once to measure the width. The bottom area
symbol line will be flashing.
3. Press the button a second time to measure the length. The right
side area symbol line will be flashing.
4. The area will be displayed on the main screen in square feet. Area
symbol will be flashing.
Volume Measurement (Cube3)
1. With the unit turned on, hold the button until the volume
symbol, 3 dimensional icon ( ) is displayed.
2. Press the button once to measure the width. The bottom
volume symbol line will be flashing.
3. Press the button a second time to measure the length. Right
side volume symbol line will be flashing.
4. Press the button a third time to measure the height. Side
volume symbol line will be flashing.
5. The volume will be displayed on the main
screen in cubic feet.
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Indirect (Pythagorean Theorem)
1 With the unit turned on, hold the button until the indirect symbol,
triangle icon ( ) is displayed.
2. The calculation is based on Pythagorean Theorem a2+ b2= c2.
3. Follow the order of the flashing lines.
Note: For accurate measurements the instrument’s position must be
held constant. For example, note the position of your hand when
taking first measurement. Do not move your hand when preparing to
take the second measurement. Simply pivot your wrist (keeping
instrument in same position) to align the next target. Then record
next measurement.
4. Press the button once to record the first measurement.
5. Press the button a second time to record the second
measurement.
6. The sum of both indirect measurement calculations will be
displayed on the main screen.
Calculate di tance between
Point 1 and Point 2
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Indoor & utdoor Measurements
This model is designed to take measurements indoors and outdoors
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. Please note that in some situations the unit may have
difficulty reading the surface you try to measure if lighting or sunlight
is intense and/or the surface being measured does not reflect the
laser beam appropriately.
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Error Codes
Code Description Solution
Err01 Distance is outside of measuring range Measure in a shorter
distance or longer distance
Err02 Reflected signal is too weak Measure a better surface
Err03 Out of display range Maximum Value: 99,999
Split up measurement area
into smaller segments.
Err04
Pythagorean theorem calculation error Check and verify value or the
sequence of measurements
is correct
Err05 Low Battery Install a new battery
Err06
Temperature is outside of working range Measure in an environment
within specified working
temperature range
Err07 Ambient light is too strong Measure in a darker place
(shadow target)
Measurement Errors
Error messages will appear if the unit’s receiver is not getting a
sufficient laser return signal.
Common surfaces that could cause an error reading:
- Water or other fluids
- Translucent to clear surfaces like glass or acrylic
- Porous or dark surfaces may require longer reading times or
cause an error reading
- Moving surfaces or objects such as curtains
- ighly reflective or angled surfaces may deflect the laser
beam signal
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Tips from the Pro’s
Take more than one measurement in critical situations where accuracy
needs to be greater than an estimation measurement. Take three to
four 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
to 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. Extend the material off the
corner and butt the LDM up to the material. Then take measurement.
Place a white sheet of paper over the targeted measuring surface if
error message Err02 occurs to improve the return signal.
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7. Technical Specifications
Measure Range* 2" - 100’
Accuracy* ± 1/16"
Measure Speed* 0.5 seconds
Laser Type 660nm, ± 10nm, Class II, ≤1mW
Power Supply 2 - “AAA” Alkaline Batteries (included)
Battery Life Up to 10,000 measurements
Dimensions 4.33" x 1.77" x 1.18"
(145 x 32 x 22 mm)
Working Temperature 23°F to 104°F (-5°C to +40°C)
Storage Temperature -4°F to 140°F (-20°C to +60°C)
Auto Shut-off Laser Approximately 30 seconds
Auto Shut-off Main Power Approximately 3 minutes
IP Protection Class 54
*The working range and accuracy is dependent on how well laser
light is reflected from the surface for the target and with increased
brightness of the ambient light intensity measuring accuracy may
deteriorate.
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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.
For further assistance, or if you experience problems with this product
that are not addressed in this instruction manual, please contact our
Customer Service Department.
In the U.S., contact Johnson Level & Tool’s Customer Service
Department at 888-9-LEVELS.
In Canada, contact Johnson Level & Tool’s Customer Service
Department at 800-346-6682.
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9. Product Registration
Enclosed with this instruction manual you will find a warranty
registration card to be completed for your product. You will need to
locate the serial number for your product that is located inside the
battery compartment door. 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.
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