Johnson Level & Tool 1455-0000 User manual

6.5'' Digital Level
Model No. 1455-0000
Instruction Manual
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this instruction manual thoroughly before using the instrument. Save this
instruction manual for future use.
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Table of Contents
1. Kit Contents
Description Qty.
6.5" Digital evel 1
“AAA” Alkaline Batteries 2
Knurled Screw (M4x20) 1
2. Features and Functions
• Angle inclination in 2 construction languages – units of measure
(degrees and percent)
• Working range of angle measurement 4 x 90°
• Hold-function to freeze measurement
• Measures in absolute or relative measurements
1. Kit Contents
2. Features and Functions
3. ocation of Parts/Components
4. Operating Instructions
5. Calibration
6. Using the Product
7. Technical Specifications
8. Care and Handling
9. Product Warranty

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3. Location of Parts/Components
LCD Di play
Battery Cover

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Battery Installation
1. Make sure the digital level is turned off.
2. Open the battery compartment. Remove the old batteries and install
2 “AAA” alkaline batteries.
3. Close the battery compartment.
Notes:
1. Be sure to match up polarities when installing 2 “AAA” batteries.
2. Always remove the batteries before storing the instrument.
4. Operating Instructions
IMPORTANT: It is the responsibility of the user to verify
the calibration of the instrument before each use.

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1. Press the On/Off and C button at the same time to enter calibration
mode. The CD will display - - - -.
2. Put the unit on a flat surface, such as a table, with the CD upright and
facing the operator as shown in picture 1.
5. Calibration
IMPORTANT: It is the responsibility of the user to verify
the calibration of the instrument before each use.
DE G
%
ON/OFF
C M
HOL D
Pic. 1

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3. Press the On/Off button once, the - - - - symbol on the CD will begin
to flash as shown in picture 2.
4. The CD will display - - 2 - - (see picture 3).
5. Rotate the digital level 180° horizontally so the CD is now facing away
from the operator face up in the same location as it was before (see
picture 4). Press the On/Off button again. The - - 2 - - symbol will
flash. When the - - 2 - - symbol stops flashing, the digital level is
calibrated.
ON/OFF
C M
HOL D
DE G
%
ON/OFF
C M
HOL D
Pic. 2
Pic. 3
Pic. 4

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6. sing the Product
LCD Di play
On/Off Button
Hold Button
Calibrate/Ab olute/
Relative Button
Degree/Percent
Mode Button
There are four buttons on this instrument. They are (from left to right):
On/Off Button
Calibrate/Absolute/Relative Button
Degree/Percent Mode Button
Hold Button

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ON/OFF Button
Push this button once to turn the unit on.
Push this button again to turn the unit off.
Calibrate/Absolute/Relative Button
In calibration mode
Push the On/Off button to toggle through the calibration procedure (see
calibration in section 5).
In measure mode
Push the C button to change from Absolute to
Relative modes.
In absolute mode the symbol is visible on
the right side of the CD.
In relative mode
In relative mode the symbol is not shown.
ON/OFF
C
DEG
%%
DEG
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Degree/Percent Mode Button
With the unit turned on and in either relative or absolute mode, push this
button to toggle between:
Degree or percent .
Hold Button
To take a measurement in an unreadable position, a position where the
CD can not be seen, or, if you want to lock the CD reading in place
while recording the reading, use the Hold Button.
With the unit on and in any mode, press the H button one time and the H
symbol will begin to flash.
Once the digital level has remained still for 6
seconds, the H symbol will be solid and the
measurement reading will be locked on the CD.
The unit will be able to toggle between degrees and percent in hold
mode, but the unit cannot be switched from absolute to relative mode
while in hold mode.
To exit hold mode, press the H button again.
DEG
%%
DEG
%
M
HOLD
DEG
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Directional Arrows
When the right end of the unit is
higher than the left end, the left
arrowhead points downward and
the right arrowhead points upward.
Absolute & Relative Modes
Absolute Mode
With the digital level calibrated
and the absolute symbol visible,
place the unit on the surface to be measured.
Relative Mode
Allows the digital level to set any angle as 0.0 reference point.
With the unit in absolute mode, set the digital level on the first object.
Press the C button to switch from absolute to relative mode.
The CD will display 0.0.
Place the digital level on the
second object.
The CD will now display the
angle read-out difference
between object one and two.
DEG
%
DEG
%
25
DEG
%
ON/OFF
CM
HOLD
DEG
%
The angle
readout i 25°
in Ab olute
Mode.
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60
25
DEG
%
ON/OFF
C M
HOLD
DEG
%
ON/OFF
CM
HOLD
DEG
%
DEG
%
The angle readout i 0°in
Relative Mode.
The angle
readout i 35°in
Relative Mode.

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7. Technical Specifications
Accuracy: ± 0.1º for 0º and 90º,
and ± 0.2º for all others
Resolution: 0.1º
Working Range: 4 x 90º
Power Supply: 2 “AAA” alkaline batteries (included)
Battery ife: Approximately 100 hours of
continuous use
Auto Shut Down Time: After approx. 3 minutes with no movement
Dimensions 6.5" x 2.09" x 0.98"
(165 x 53 x 25 mm)
Weight: 0.529 lbs (0.24Kg)
Working Temperature 37°F to 114°F (5°C to + 50°C)
8. Care and Handling
• 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 battery when storing the unit for an extended time
(more than three months) to avoid damage to the unit should
the battery deteriorate.
• Avoid getting the unit wet.

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• Keep the unit dry and clean. Remove any moisture or dirt with a
soft, dry cloth.
• Do not use harsh chemicals, strong detergents or cleaning solvents
to clean the unit.
9. Product Warranty
Johnson evel & Tool offers a one year limited warranty on each its
products. You can obtain a copy of the limited warranty for a Johnson
evel & Tool product by contacting Johnson evel & 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. 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 evel & Tool’s Customer Service
Department at 888-9- EVE S.
In Canada, contact Johnson evel & Tool’s Customer Service
Department at 800-346-6682.