Johnson 40-6515 User manual

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Self-Leveling Rotary Laser Level
Model Nos. 40-6515, 40-6516 and 40-6517
Instruction Manual
Congratulations on your choice of this Self-Leveling Rotary Laser
Level. We suggest you read this instruction manual thoroughly before
using the instrument. Save this instruction manual for future use.
This is a Class a laser tool and is manufactured to comply
with CFR 21, parts 1040.10 and 1040.11 as well as international
safety rule EC 285.
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Table of Contents
1. Kit Contents
2. Features and Functions
3. Safety nstructions
4. Location/Content
of Warning Labels
5. Location of Parts/Components
6. Operating nstructions
7. Using the Product
8. Self-Check & Fine Calibration
9. Technical Specifications
10. Application Demonstrations
11. Care and Handling
12. Product Warranty
13. Warranty Registration
14. Accessories
1. Kit Contents
For Model No. 40-6515
Description Qty.
Self- Leveling Rotary Laser Level 1
“AA” Alkaline Batteries 4
Tinted Glasses 1
nstruction Manual with Warranty Card 1
Soft Sided Carrying Case 1
For Model No. 40-6516
Description Qty.
Self- Leveling Rotary Laser Level 1
“AA” Alkaline Batteries 4
Tinted Glasses 1
Detector with 9V Battery and Clamp 1
nstruction Manual with Warranty Card 1
Hard Shell Carrying Case 1
For Model No. 40-6517
Description Qty.
Self- Leveling Rotary Laser Level 1
“AA” Alkaline Batteries 4
Tinted Glasses 1
Detector with “AAA” Batteries and Clamp 1
Magnetic Target 1
Elevating Tripod 1
Wall/Ceiling Mount 1
8’ Grade Rod 1
nstruction Manual with Warranty Card 1
Hard Shell Carrying Case 1
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2. Features and Functions
• Self-leveling with magnetically dampened compensation system.
• f laser is out of its self-leveling range, rotation stops and alarm
sounds.
• Projects a horizontal laser plane.
• Projects a vertical laser plane with a simultaneous 90° split
beam.
• Laser rotation speed is 200 (L), 400 (M), 600 (H) RPM.
• lluminated vertical vial.
• Water and dust resistant.
3. Safety Instructions
Please read and understand all of the following instructions, prior
to using this tool.
DANGER!
Class a Laser Product
Max. Power Output: ≤5mW
Wavelength: 625-645nm
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
look 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 batteries 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. f unqualified persons attempt
to repair this tool, warranty will be void.
• Use only original Johnson®parts and accessories purchased from your Johnson®
authorized dealer. Use of non-Johnson®parts and accessories will void warranty.
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4. Location/Content of Warning Labels
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5. Location of Part/Components
Rotating Laser
Output Widow
Keypad
Lock Knob –
Compensator/
Transportation
Battery Door
DC 6V Outlet
(6V Adapter not
included)
5/8” – 11 Screw
Thread
90° Split Beam Laser
Output Window
Vertical Vial
Charging LED
Vertical Vial Adjustment
Knob
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6. perating Instructions
IMP RTANT: t is the responsibility of the user to verify the
calibration of the laser before each use.
Alkaline Battery Installation
Note: Always check to be sure that the on/off switch is in the off
position before removing and replacing batteries.
1. nstall alkaline batteries into the battery case according to the
polarity illustrated in the battery compartment.
2. Place the battery door back and tighten the screw.
Bubble Adjustment While in Use Vertically
1. Turn the lock knob counter-clockwise to off position to “LOCK” the
compensator. The laser is now operating in a “manual mode”
and is not self-leveling.
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2. Turn the vertical adjustment knob to center the bubble in the
vertical vial.
7. Using the Product
Keypad
When the laser is in the horizontal position, the laser will not
power on until the compensator/transportation lock knob is
turned to the “ n” position.
Power Key: Press this key to power on/off the laser.
Power LED: Lighted LED mean power-on
Extinguished LED means power-off
Flashing LED means weak battery voltage
Rotating speed
switch key Power Key
Low speed LED
Middle speed LED
High speed LED
Power LED
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Rotating speed switch key
Note: When starting the unit, the laser will be in the high-speed rotating status.
When switching the rotating speed, the corresponding LED will light up.
ut of Level
Set the lock knob to the on position. Power on. During the process of
self-leveling, if the laser is tilted to exceed its self-leveling range, it
will stop rotating and will give a sound alarm.
600 (H)
High speed
400 (M)
Middle speed
200 (L)
Low speed
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Application Methods
nstall the alkaline batteries into the instrument. Put the laser on a
platform or connect the laser to a tripod using the 5/8” - 11 screw
thread.
Note:
1. To use the laser in the self-leveling status, please set the lock knob
to the on position.
2. While the laser is in the vertical status (manual mode), please set
the lock knob to off position.
3. Power on the laser and select your desired speed by pressing the
keys on the keypad.
4. After operations or before moving the unit, please power off and
lock the laser first.
Use on a platform
Connect the laser with the tripod using the 5/8” - 11 screw thread
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Detector Usage (included in Model No. 40-6516)
1. Tech ical Specificatio s
Detecting precision Fine: ±0.039" (±1mm)
Coarse: ±0.098" (±2.5mm)
Turn-off timer 10 minutes
Three types of sound
Size 6.614" x 2.677" x 0.905" (168 X 68 X 23mm)
2. Compo e ts
(a) Structure
1. Display window
2. Buzzer
3. Receiving window
4. Reference rabbet
5. Sound button
6. Coarse/Fine detection button
7. Power button
8. Threaded hole
9. Battery-box cap
(b) Display
1. Power symbol
2. Low battery symbol
3. Coarse/Fine detection symbol
4. Sound symbol
5. Detecting position symbol
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3. Operatio Guide
(a) nstallation of battery
• Open the battery-box cap and connect the cable inside with the
two polarities of the 9V battery.
Note: Take the battery out if the detector if not used for a long time.
• Put the 9V battery into the battery box and close the battery-box cap.
(b) Turn on/off
• Press the on/off button. When Power symbol is
displayed, the detector is ready for coarse
detection.
• When low battery symbol is displayed, change
the battery.
• Press the on/off button again to turn off the
detector.
c) Using the clamp holder
1. clamp bolt
2. screw
• Position the detector on the clamp
holder using the screw of the clamp
holder.
• Position the clamp holder on rod
using the clamp bolt of the clamp
holder.
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(d) Detection
1. Coarse detection
• Aim the receiving window at the
rotating laser. Loosen the clamp bolt
and move the detector up and down
to receive the laser scanning signals
transmitted by the rotating laser.
• When the detector displays like Fig. (A),
move the detector slightly down as
indicated by the arrow. When it displays
like Fig. (B), move it slightly up as
indicated by the arrow.
• When Fig. (C) is displayed, the detector is level with the rotating
laser beam.
• Tighten the clamp bolt and note the position on the grade rod by the
rabbet. This mark will be the horizontal reference in the coarse mode.
2. Fine detection
1. power symbol
2. fine detection symbol
• Press coarse/fine detection button. The
detector is ready for fine detection.
• Move the detector slightly up and down
like the coarse detection procedure.
• When the detector displays like Fig 6, it is
level with the rotating laser beam.
• Tighten the clamp bolt and note the position on the grade rod by the
rabbet. This mark will be the horizontal reference in the fine detection.
Figure 6
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e) Sound function
• f the detector is working in a circumstance that makes it difficult to
use the display function, the sound function can be used instead.
• Press the sound function button. The sound symbol is displayed
which means it is in sound mode.
• When the sound signal has a rapid sound, move the detector
slightly up.
• When the detector has a short sound, move it slightly down.
• When the detector makes a continuous sound, it is level with the
rotating laser beam.
• f there is no sound heard, the detector is not receiving a laser
signal.
(f) Turn-off timer
• The detector will automatically turn off if it has not received laser
signal for 10 minutes
(g) Detector Maintenance
• When you are done using the detector, return it to its carrying case.
• Keep the detector, particularly the detecting window, clean. f
detector becomes dusty, use a clean cloth to gently wipe it clean.
• Avoid knocking the detector over or allowing it to fall on the
ground.
• Although the detector is rain resistant, you should avoid
submerging the unit in water or other liquids. f the detector
comes into contact with water or other liquids, wipe it dry
immediately.
• Do not use detector around fire or expose it to fire in any way.
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1. Tech ical Specificatio s
Detecting accuracy: ±1.5mm (<50m) ±2.5mm (>50m)
Turn-off timer 6 min ±1min
Power 2 “AAA” Batteries
Battery life 45 hours of continuous use
Sound function Short sound and solid sound
LED indication Upper red, middle orange, middle green,
down red
Size 4.645” x 2.637” x 0.984”
(118mm x 67mm x 25mm)
Weight 0.253 lbs. (115g)
Detector Usage (included in Model No. 40-6517)
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2. Compo e ts
(a) Exterior nstruction
1) Holding Cord
2) Signal ndicator
3) Horn
4) Horizontal Vial
5) Detecting Window
6) Reference Front Marker
7) Power Key
8) Reference Back Marker
9) Connection Port
10) Battery Door
(b) Display When first turning the detector on, the middle signal
indicator turns red first and then turns green. f the
horn gives two short sounds and the detector powers
off automatically, it means that the battery voltage is
seriously low and it is necessary to replace the battery
immediately. When turning the power on and the down
signal indicator flashes, it means that the battery is low
and it is necessary to replace the battery.
Power Key: Turn on/off the detector
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3. Operatio Guide
Battery nstallation
1. Open the battery cover and put
the batteries into the battery case
according to the polarity shown in
the battery slot.
2. Slide the battery cover back.
Note: Take the batteries out when the unit is not in use for a
long time.
4. Detecti g Methods
1. This detector can detect a red rotating laser beam.
2. Press the Power Key once , the middle signal indicator will
quickly turn red first and then turns green. t will beep once
to indicate that the detector is ON.
While detecting, the signal indicators show as follows:
The lower red
LED is on
Sound: Single short
sound
Laser Line Laser Line Laser Line Laser Line
The upper red
LED is on
The middle LED
is orange
The middle LED
is green
All LEDs
are off
Sound: Single short
sound
Sound: Single short
sound
Sound: Solid sound Sound:
No Sound
The laser beam is
up
The laser beam is
down
The laser beam is close
to center
The laser beam is
exactly to center
No laser
beam is
detected
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Note:
1. While detecting a horizontal laser beam, it is necessary to
have the horizontal bubble vial centered, as the tilt of the
detector will influence its receiving accuracy.
2. Keep the detecting window facing
the rotating laser.
3. Keep the detector still while
detecting the laser beam
4. When the laser beam is centered,
mark at the front reference marker.
5. When the detector does not
receive a laser signal for 6
minutes, and there are no
buttons pushed during these
6 minutes, the middle signal
indicator will turn green first
and then turn red. The horn
will give two short sounds and
the detector will power off automatically.
Horizontal Vial
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5. Accessories Usage
• Connecting to the grade rod bracket
• Connecting to the grade rod
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6. Mai te a ce
• Keep the detector, particularly the detecting window, clean. f unit
becomes dusty, use a clean cloth to gently wipe it clean.
• Avoid knocking the detector over or allowing it to fall on the
ground.
• Although the detector is rain resistant, you should avoid
submerging the unit in water or other liquids. f detector comes
into contact with water or other liquids, wipe it dry immediately.
• Do not use detector around fire or expose it to fire in any way.
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