Johnson 40-6557 User manual

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Electr nic Self-Leveling H riz ntal &
Vertical R tary Laser Kit
Model Nos. 40-6557 & 40-6546
Instruction Manual
Congratulations on your choic of this El ctronic S lf-L v ling Horizontal &
V rtical Rotary Las r kit. W sugg st you r ad this instruction manual thor-
oughly b for using th las r. Sav this instruction manual for futur us .
This tool emits one rotating laser beam plus one plumb beam and is ideal for
laying out indoor or outdoor construction projects.
This is a Class IIIa laser tool and is manufactured to comply with CFR 21, parts
1040 .10 and 1040 .11 as well as international safety rule IEC 285.
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Table of Contents
1. Kit Contents
2. Features and Functions
3. Safety Instructions
4. Location/Content
of Warning Labels
5. Location of Parts/Components
6. Operating Instructions
7. Using the Product
8. Self-Check & Fine Calibration
9. Technical Specifications
10. Application Demonstrations
11. Care and andling
12. Product Warranty
13. Warranty Registration
14. Accessories
15. Trouble Shooting
1. Kit Contents
Description odel No. 40-6557 Qty.
Electronic Self-Leveling orizontal & Vertical Red Beam Rotary Laser 1
Detector with Clamp & 9V Battery 1
Tinted Glasses 1
Target 1
Li-ion battery adapter 1
Alkaline battery compartment (batteries not included) 1
Remote Control with 9V Battery 1
Li-ion rechargeable battery pack 1
Instruction Manual with Warranty Card 1
ard-Shell Carrying Case 1
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Description odel No. 40-6546 Qty.
Electronic Self-Leveling orizontal & Vertical Green Beam Rotary Laser 1
Li-ion rechargeable battery pack 1
Alkaline battery compartment (batteries not included) 1
Li-ion battery adapter 1
Remote Control with 9V Battery 1
Wall/Ceiling Mount 1
Tinted Glasses 1
Target 1
Instruction Manual with Warranty Card 1
ard-Shell Carrying Case 1
2. Features and Functions
• Large electronic self-level range: The unit works when within
±5°. When beyond the ±5° leveling range, the laser beam flashes,
rotation of the beam stops, and an audible alarm activates.
• Vertical and horizontal working modes: electronic self-leveling in
both horizontal and vertical mode with one rotating laser beam
and one 90º split beam.
• Three rotational speeds: 0, 300 and 800 RPM
• Scan function adjusts the scan size and direction.
• Out-of-level alarm ensures the working accuracy.
• Fine self-calibration function
• In “Tilt Mode” the laser will stop rotating and flash when bumped
to ensure work accuracy.
• Slope function allows the user to perform slope in both
X & Y axis.
• Dust and rain protection IP 66
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3. Safety Instructions
Please read and understand all of the following instructions, prior
to using this tool. Failure to do so, may void the warranty.
odel 40-6557
odel 40-6546
DANGER!
Class IIIa Laser Product
Max. Power Output: ≤5mW
Wavelength: 625-645nm
THIS TOOL E ITS LASER RADIATION.
DO NOT STARE INTO BEA .
AVOID DIRECT EYE EXPOSURE.
DANGER!
Class IIIa Laser Product
Max. Power Output: ≤5mW
Wavelength: 522-542nm
THIS TOOL E ITS LASER RADIATION.
DO NOT STARE INTO BEA .
AVOID DIRECT EYE EXPOSURE.
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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. 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. Use of non-Johnson®parts and accessories will void warranty.
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4. Location/Content of Warning Labels
odel 40-6557 odel 40-6546
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5. Location of Part/Components
Laser Output Window
Rotating ead
Remote Receiving
andle
Keypad
Vertical Bubble Vial
Folding Vertical
Support Bracket
Vertical 5/8" Thread ole
orizontal 5/8" Thread ole
Screw for Battery Cover
Battery Cover
Leveling Knob for Vertical Status
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6. Operating Instructions
I PORTANT: It is the responsibility of the user to verify the
calibration of the instrument before each use.
Notes:
• Always check to make sure that the laser is in the off position
(when power indicator LED is not lit) before removing and
replacing batteries.
• Both Li-ion and “C” alkaline batteries can be used in the unit’s
battery compartment.
Alkaline Battery Installation
Put 3 “C” alkaline batteries into the alkaline battery pack according
to polarity direction, then insert the battery pack into the laser.
Rechargeable Battery Installation
Insert the rechargeable battery into the laser.
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Charging the Rechargeable Batteries
Insert the charger into an AC outlet and into the rechargeable battery
pack, the rechargeable battery is now charging. The charger
indication light is red when it is charging, and it turns green when
the battery is full.
Charging directly to rechargeable battery pack
Charging to the laser
Note:
When the power indicator light is flashing on the laser, the battery is
low. Charge the rechargeable battery every two or three months
if the laser will be unused for a long period of time.
Laser Usage
1. Put in Li-ion rechargeable battery pack, or 3 “C” alkaline battery
pack (alkaline batteries not included), or connect the battery
adapter to the unit’s power jack.
2. Place the laser on a platform or tripod, connecting with tripod to
the 5/8" screw thread at the bottom of the laser.
Charger indicator light
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Note: If the laser is inclined beyond the self-leveling range, the
laser will deliver an audible alarm. You will need to re-position the
laser inside of its self-leveling range.
3. Press power button on the laser to turn the laser power on, and
press operation buttons on control panel or use remote control to
adjust to your desired working status. (Note: Remote will not
power unit on.)
4. After finishing operation or before moving the laser, turn the
power off.
7. Using the Product
Place the unit on a relatively level surface like a tripod, floor, etc
during operation.
Operating Panels
5. TILT Mode LED
6. TILT Mode Button
7. Scan/DOT Counterclockwise Button
8. Slope Axis-Direction LED’s
9. Remote On/Off LED
10. Remote On/Off Button
11. Reset TILT Mode Button
12. Power LED
13. Power On/Off Button
14. Rotating Speed Button
15. Slope Mode LED
16. Manual/Slope Button
17. Manual Mode LED
1. Scan/DOT Clockwise Button
2. Vibrate/V-W-S Button
3. Vibrate/V-W-S Button LED
4. Scan Button
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LED Functions
Power LED
LED On = power on
LED Off = power off
LED Flashing = low battery
Tilt ode LED
LED Flashing Slowly = TILT ready mode
LED On = TILT mode is on
LED Flashing Quickly = TILT alarm mode is on and .I. may have
changed
LED Off = TILT mode is turned off
Slope ode LED
LED On = single-axis slope mode is on
LED Off = single-axis slope mode is off
anual ode LED
LED On = dual-axis slope mode is on
LED Off = dual-axis slope mode is off
Remote Control Panel
operating panel for calibration (located
beneath the sliding nameplate panel of
the remote control)
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Slope Axis-Direction LED
For X, Y, Z LED’s, when one axis is in slope setting status, its corre-
sponding LED will be on
Vibrate/V-W-S LED
LED On = vibrate mode is on
LED Off = vibrate mode is off
Power On/Off
1. Press the power button to power on. The power indicator
LED will light up and the laser will automatically level
itself, with rotation occurring once the unit is level.
2. Press the power button again to power off.
3. Pressing the red power button on the remote will power down the
laser beam and rotating beacon, but does not power off the laser.
The power indicator LED will flash twice.
Low Battery Indicator
If the power LED is blinking, it means the battery is low. To ensure
operation, replace batteries or charge the rechargeable battery pack.
Alarm If Beyond Range
If the laser is inclined beyond its auto-leveling range of ±5°, it will deliver an
audible alarm, rotation will stop and the laser beam will flash. You will
need to re-position the laser within its self-leveling range.
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Tilt ode
After turning on the laser, the laser will self-level and begin to
rotate. The TILT symbol LED will blink for 30 seconds after the
laser begins to rotate. During these 30 seconds if the laser is moved,
the laser will stop rotating, re-level and begin to rotate again. After 30
seconds, the TILT symbol LED will stop blinking and will become solid.
If the laser is moved when the TILT symbol LED is solid, the laser will
stop rotating. The laser beam will blink on and off and the TILT symbol
LED will blink quickly alerting the user that the height of instrument ( .I.)
may have been changed. Pressing the level vial button on the
laser keypad or remote will allow the laser to re-level and start rotating
again and the TILT mode will repeat. If the laser is operating in manual
mode and the TILT button is pressed, the laser will exit manual mode.
Speed Adjustment
After unit electronically self-levels, it rotates at its highest
speed (800rpm). Press the speed adjustment button (see figure) on
either the laser keypad or remote to change the rotating speed to its
low speed (300rpm) and 0rpm.
Note: During the self-leveling sequence, this key is not functional.
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Scan ode
1. Press the scan mode button (see figure) on either the
laser keypad or remote to activate scan mode and scan
angle is 180º.
2.
First press - 180º; Second press - 90º; Third press - 45º; Fourth
press - 10º; Fifth press - 45º; Sixth press - 90º; Seventh Press - 180º.
3. To return to rotating, press the speed adjustment button.
Rotating the Scan Line
1. Press the clockwise button on either the laser keypad
or remote and the scan line moves to the right.
2. Press the counter-clockwise button and the scan line moves to
the left.
Vibrate/V-W-S ode
Push this button once to activate the vibrate mode. Note: If
laser is in manual mode, pushing the V-W-S button will
exit manual mode. Also the TILT mode will automatically be on
and can not be turned off. In this mode, the laser will not react to
slight vibration near the laser. To turn the V-W-S mode off, push
the button again.
anual ( an) Slope ode
1. Press the slope mode button once (see figure) on the laser
keypad to enter into the X-direction single slope mode.
The X and Slope LED will turn on. This will put the laser into
single axis slope mode.
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- Press the button on the remote control to choose the slope
direction for X or Y direction. Then press on the remote
control to adjust the slope value. When the X LED is lit, the
X-axis is in slope mode and the Y-axis is in auto-leveling. When
the Y LED is lit, the Y-axis is in slope mode and the X-axis is
auto-leveling.
2. Press the Man/Slope mode button again to select manual/dual slope
mode. The Man LED will turn on.
- Press the button on the remote control to choose the slope
direction for X or Y direction. Then press on the remote
control to adjust the slope value. When the X LED is lit, the
X-axis is in slope mode and the Y-axis is inactive. When the Y
LED is lit, the Y-axis is in slope mode and the X-axis is inactive.
3. Another press of the Man/Slope mode button exits the slope mode.
Note: When laser is in slope mode, Vibrate and TILT mode can be
active. When laser is in manual mode, Vibrate and TILT mode is
turned off.
4. In vertical mode - using single-axis slope allows the operator to
move the vertical laser line 5º to the left and right.
Reset TILT ode
Press this button on the laser or remote control when the laser has
been moved in TILT mode to return to self-leveling TILT mode.
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Timed Auto-off Function
Turn the unit on using the power button on the instrument keypad.
Press the power button once on the remote control. The unit is now
in sleep mode. The rotating beacon and laser beam will be
powered down.
If the unit is in sleep mode for 30 continuous minutes, the unit turns off
automatically. With a second press of the power button on remote control,
the unit exits sleep mode and enters self-level mode.
Remote Control Shield Button
The remote control function is on when the laser is turned on
and the remote control LED is off. Press this button on the
laser keypad and the remote control LED goes on. The laser
does not receive a remote control signal.
Using the Laser in the Vertical ode
Set the laser on a flat surface with the keypad
facing up. Flip the folding vertical support
bracket to the up position. The rotating laser
beam will rotate directly over the cross line
on the vertical bracket, which is positioned
directly above the metal foot.
Install the laser on a tripod using the 5/8"
vertical thread hole on the side of the laser.
The folding support bracket does not need to
be flipped to the up position.
Place on Flat Surface
Place on Tripod
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When the laser is vertical, adjust the vertical
reference beam over the vertical support
bracket by adjusting the vertical leveling
knobs to center the bubble vial.
Remote Keypad
Notes:
1. The rotating speed button, scan button and scan clockwise/
counterclockwise button on the remote control are the same as
the buttons on the laser.
2. When the laser is in the Man/Slope mode, press the slope adjust-
ment button on the remote control to adjust the inclined angle of
laser plane (or laser line).
Adjust the vertical
leveling knob to center
the bubble vial.
1. Scan Function Mode Button
2. Slope Axis Direction Selection Button
3. Rotating Speed Button
4. TILT Reset Button
5. Self-Calibration Axis Selection Button
6. Self-Calibration Adjustment Button
7. Self-Calibration Confirmation Button
8. Sleep Mode Button
9. Slope Adjustment Buttons
10. Scan Clockwise/Counterclockwise Buttons
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1. Technical Speci ications
Detecting accuracy: Fine: ±0.039" (±1mm)
Coarse 1: ±0.098" (±2.5mm)
Coarse 2: ±0.394" (±10mm)
Automatic Shut-off: 6 minutes ±1 minute
Power Supply: 9V battery, 30 hrs continuous use
(with LCD illumination off)
Sound indicator: slow short beep, rapid short beep
and continuous sound
LED display: down arrow, up arrow, horizontal
on grade bar
Dimensions: 6.30" x 3.35" x 1.10" (160 x 85 x 28mm)
Weight: 1 lb. (0.45kg)
Others: Rain and dust resistant
Detector Usage
Two-Sided Laser Detector with Clamp odel No. 40-6715
Th 40-6715 las r d t ctor is an indisp nsabl acc ssory wh n
using rotary las r l v ls. Th main function of th d t ctor is to
d t ct th position of th las r signals that ar transmitt d by rotary
las rs. This d t ction quickly and pr cis ly provid s th us r with th
horizontal and v rtical r f r nc s.
This product f atur s high s nsitivity, a doubl -fac d display, low
pow r consumption, good r liability and asy manipulation. It can b
us d with most typ s of rotating las rs.
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2. Components
(a) Exterior Instruction
1) orizontal vial
2) Front display window
3) Front on grade mark
4) Vertical vial
5) LED key
6) Power key
7) Beeper
8) Reception window
9) Fine/Coarse accuracy key
10) Beeper key
11) Back display window
12) Back on grade mark
13) Bracket screw thread
14) Battery cover screw
15) Battery cover
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(b) Display
1. Power on symbol
2. Low battery indicator
3. Fine/Coarse symbol
4. Beeper symbol
5. Position indication arrows
Power Key: Turn on/off the power
Fine/Coarse Accuracy Key: Switch detecting accuracy
LED Key: Turn on/off the LCD’s light
Volume Key: Cycles between high, low and off
3. Operation Guide
(a) Battery Installation
• Open the battery cover door by turning the
battery cover screw counter-clockwise.
Put the battery into the battery case noting the polarity shown in
the battery compartment.
• Put the battery cover door back, and tighten the screw.
Note: 1) Remove the battery when the unit is being stored for a
long time.
2) When the low battery indicator is displayed, change the
battery soon.
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