Kapro 962 User manual

Prolaser Multi Beam
Orbital laser
Model No. 962
165'/50m
Up to 50m/165'
4 AA
INCLUDED
User Manual
Manual del usuario
Manuel d'utilisation
Руководство по эксплуатации

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Thank you for purchasing Kapro’s 962 Prolaser®Multi Beam
Orbital laser. You now own one of the most advanced laser
tools available. This manual will show you how to get the
most out of your laser tool.
APPLICATIONS
The 962 Prolaser®Multi Beam Orbital laser is an Indoor /
Outdoor laser level with 3 laser diodes that emits a horizontal
circular line, vertical line and two plumb dots. The laser is
innovatively designed for a very broad range of Professional
and DIY jobs, including:
• Hanging cabinets and shelves.
• Setting oor and wall tiles
• Drywall and acoustic ceilings installation.
• Framing and aligning windows and doors
• Leveling electrical outlets, plumbing and studs
• Leveling slopes for stairs, rails, roofs and more (manual
mode).
NOTE
Keep this user manual for future reference.
EN
165'/50m
Up to 50m/165'
4 AA
INCLUDED

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CONTENTS
• Features 4
• Safety instructions 5-6
• Battery installation & Safety 7-8
• Overview 9
• Operating instructions 10-12
• Maintenance 13
• Field calibration test 14-23
• Specications 24
• Warranty 25

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FEATURES
• This laser emits 1 horizontal 360° and 1 vertical beams,
that intersect on the wall in front of the device, as well as
two plumb laser dots - on the oor and on the ceiling.
• Self-leveling in automatic mode when the laser is
positioned within its self-leveling range which is ±3º
• Visual warning when the laser level is out of leveling
range.
• Pulse mode emits pulses that can be detected by a
detector.
• Max. indoor working range - 30m (100')
• The max. detectable range of the laser in pulse mode is
50m (165').
• For optimal vertical line viewing : position the laser at
least 2 meters from the wall.
• Manual mode allows angular layout/marking.
• IP65 Rated for water and dust protection.
• Locking mechanism to protect the pendulum during
transportation.
• 1/4" tripod thread (5/8" thread on the mount)
• Shock resistant rubber over molded casing.
• Multi-purpose magnetic mount.
NOTE
This device contains precision components
sensitive to external shock, impact or falls
that may compromise its functionality. Handle
with care to maintain its accuracy.

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING
This product emits radiation classied as Class
II according to EN 60825 -1
The laser radiation can cause serious eye injury
• Do not stare into the laser beam
• Do not position the laser beam so that it unintentionally
blinds you or others.
• Do not operate the laser level near children or let
children operate the laser level.
• Do not look into a laser beam using magnifying optical
devices such as binoculars or a telescope,since it will
increase the level of eye injury.
WARNING: This product contains lead in soldered
joints and certain Electrical parts contain chemicals
which are known to the State of California to cause
cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm.
(California Health & Safety Code Section 25249.6- Proposition 65)

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• Do not remove or deface warning labels on the laser level.
• Do not disassemble the laser level, laser radiation can
cause serious eye injury.
• Do not drop the unit.
• Do not use solvents to clean the laser unit.
• Do not use in temperatures below -10°C or above 45°C
(14°F to 113°F)
• Do not operate the laser in explosive atmospheres such
as ammable liquids, gases or dust. Sparks can cause
ignition.
• When not in use remove the battery, engage the
pendulum lock and place the laser in the carrying pouch.
• Make sure the pendulum lock mechanism is engaged
before transporting the laser.
NOTE
If the Pendulum lock mechanism is not
engaged before transportation, internal
mechanical damage may occur.

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The 962 Prolaser®Multi Beam Orbital laser®uses 4 standard
AA batteries.
Installation
1. Press down the ledge of the battery cover.
2. Insert 4 new AA batteries of the same brand according to
the polarity diagram on the battery cover.
3. Reclose the battery cover.
BATTERY INSTALLATION & SAFETY

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Replace the batteries if the beam/battery indicator (b) starts
to ash instead of emitting a steady light.
WARNING: Battery can deteriorate, leak or explode and
can cause injury or re.
1. Do not shorten the battery terminals.
2. Do not dispose of battery into household waste.
3. Do not dispose of battery in re.
4. Defective or dead batteries must be disposed according
to local regulations.
5. Keep the batteries out of children's reach.

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1. On/Off Locking Switch
2. Keypad
a. Beam Selector/Manual mode button
b. Beam / Battery indicator
c. Pulse Mode button
d. Pulse Mode indicator
3. Horizontal laser beam window
4. Forward vertical laser beam window
5. Down plumb dot window
6. Battery cover
7. 1/4” tripod mount
OVERVIEW

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Working in Automatic mode (self-leveling):
In automatic mode the laser level will level itself in ± 3°
range and will project horizontal 360° beam, vertical beam
and 2 plumb dots.
1. Remove the laser level from the case and place it on a
solid, at, vibration free surface or on a tripod.
2. Push the locking switch #1 to the ON position. The laser
level will project all the beams: a 360° horizontal beam,
vertical beam and 2 plumb dots. The beam indicator (b)
will turn on.
3. Press the beam selector button (a) to choose the required
laser beams by cycle:
All beams => Horizontal beam only => Vertical beam
only => Horizontal + Vertical beams => Plumb dots only
=> All beams.
4. If the initial inclination of the laser level is beyond ± 3°
and the automatic mode is activated, the laser beams will
ash. In this case reposition the laser level on a more
level surface.
5. Before moving the laser level, turn the locking switch
#1 to the OFF position, this will lock the pendulum and
protect your laser level.

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Working in Manual mode:
In Manual mode the 962 self-leveling mechanism is disabled
and the laser beams can be set at any slope required.
1. Verify that the locking switch #1 is on the OFF position.
2. Press and hold the beam selector button (a) for 3
seconds, to activate the manual mode. The laser level will
project all the beams: a 360° horizontal beam, vertical
beam and 2 plumb dots that will ash every 3 sec. to
let you know that the beam is not leveled. The beam
indicator (b) will turn on.
3. To mark a slope, tilt the laser to the desired angle.
4. To choose a beam, briey press the beam selector button
(a) - it will change the beams by cycle:
All beams => Horizontal beam only => Vertical beam
only => Horizontal + Vertical beams => Plumb dots only
=> OFF.
5. The last click on the beam selector button (a) will switch
OFF all the beams and the beam indicator (b) will turn off.
6. While in Manual mode, turning the locking switch #1 from
OFF to ON will turn off the Manual mode. The automatic
self – leveling mode will be activated (if the laser level is
within the self – leveling range).

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Working in Pulse mode with a detector:
For outdoor work under direct sunlight or bright conditions,
and for extended indoor ranges up to 50 meters, use the
pulse mode with a Detector. When the pulse mode is
activated the laser beams will ash at a very high
frequency (invisible to the human eye). This will allow the
detector to detect the laser beams.
1. The pulse mode can be activated both in Automatic and
in Manual mode.
2. Turn on the laser level (to the required mode).
3. Press the Pulse mode button (c) to activate it. The Pulse
mode indicator (d) will turn on. Visually, the intensity
of the beam will be reduced slightly.
4. Turn on the detector and search for the laser beam.
5. You can choose a different beam, by pressing on the
beam selector button (a), while you are in Pulse Mode.
6. To switch the Pulse Mode off, press the Pulse mode
button (c) and the Pulse mode indicator (d) will turn off.

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MAINTENANCE
To maintain the accuracy of your project, check the accuracy
of your laser level according to the eld calibration tests
procedures.
• Change the battery when the laser beams begins to dim.
• Wipe the aperture lens and the body of the laser level with
a clean soft cloth. Do not use solvents.
• Although the laser level is dust and dirt resistant to a
certain degree, don't store in dusty places as long term
exposure may damage internal moving parts.
• If the laser level is exposed to water, dry the laser level
before returning it to the carrying case to prevent
corrosion damage.
• Remove the battery if the laser level is unused for a long
period of time to prevent corrosion damage.

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FIELD CALIBRATION TEST
This laser level left the factory fully calibrated. Kapro
recommends the user check the accuracy of the laser
periodically, especially if the unit falls or is mishandled.
1. Check the height accuracy of the horizontal beam.
2. Check the leveling accuracy of the horizontal beam.
3. Check the leveling accuracy of the vertical beam.
4. Check the accuracy of the plumb line.
1. Checking the Height Accuracy of the Horizontal
beam. (Up and down deviation)
1. Set up the laser on a tripod or on a at stable surface
between two walls Aand B, approximately 5meters/16
feet apart.
2. Position the laser level approximately 0.5 meter from
wall A.
3. Unlock the pendulum and press the button to project the
horizontal and the vertical cross beams towards wall A.
4. Mark the center of the cross beams on the wall as a1
(see gure # 1).
5. Turn the laser 180° towards wall Band mark the center
of the cross beams as b1 on the wall (see gure 2).

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6. Move the laser level towards wall B and position it
approximately 0.5 meter from wall B.
7. Mark on wall B the center of the cross beams as b2
(see gure 3).

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8. Turn the laser 180° towards wall A, and mark on the
wall the center of the cross beams as a2 (see gure 4).
9. Measure the distances:
Δa= |a2-a1|
Δb= |b1-b2|
10.The difference | Δa – Δb| should be no more than
3 mm,if otherwise send the laser level to a qualied
technician for repair.
2. Checking the Level Accuracy of the Horizontal beam.
(Side to side inclination)
1. Set up the laser on a tripod or on a at surface at a
distance of approximately 1.5 meters from a 5 meter/
16 feet long wall.
2. Unlock the pendulum and press the button to project the
horizontal and the vertical cross beams towards the wall
approximately at the center of it.

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3. Mark point a1 on the wall, in the middle of the horizontal
line at the left side of the wall (see gure 5).

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4. Turn the laser level counterclockwise until the cross-
section of the beams moves approximately 90°, mark
a point a2 on the wall near a1 in the middle of the
horizontal beam (see gure 6).
5. The distance between a1 and a2, should be no more
than 1.5 mm, if otherwise send the laser level to a
qualied technician for repair.

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3. Checking the Accuracy of the Vertical beam.
1.
Hang an approximately 4 meter /13 feet plumb line on a wall.
2. After the plumb line has settled, mark point a1 on the
wall, behind the plumb line, near the plumb cone.
(see gure 7).
3. Set up the laser on a tripod or on a at surface in front of
the wall at a distance of approximately 2 meter/ 6.5 feet.
4. Unlock the pendulum, and press the button to project the
vertical beam towards the plumb line.
5. Turn the laser so that the vertical beam will merge
with the plumb line below the hanging point.