Kapro Prolaser 883 User manual

Prolaser®3D All-Lines
Model No. 883
Li-ion
165'/50m RECHARGEABLE
Up to 60m/200'
4 AA
INCLUDED
User Manual
Manual del usuario
Manuel d'utilisation
Руководство по эксплуатации

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Thank you for purchasing Kapro’s 883 Prolaser®3D All- Lines.
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 883 Prolaser®3D All- Lines is a laser level with 3 red diodes,
that emits 3 circular lines. 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 installation and hanging acoustic ceilings
• Framing and aligning windows and doors
• Leveling electrical outlets, plumbing and studs
• Accurately laying out right angles for ooring, fences, gates,
decks, pergolas and gazebos.
• Leveling slopes for stairs, rails, roofs and more. (manual mode)
NOTE
Keep this user manual for future reference.
EN
Li-ion
165'/50m RECHARGEABLE
Up to 60m/200'
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
• Specifications 24
• Warranty 25

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FEATURES
• This laser tool automatically determines the horizontal
and vertical plans.
• This laser emits 1 horizontal 360° and 2 orthogonal 360°
vertical red beams, that intersect on 4 walls, oor and
ceiling.
• Self-leveling in automatic mode when the laser is
positioned within its self-leveling range which is ±2.5º
• 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 - 30 m (100’) with red goggles.
• The max. detectable range of the laser in pulse mode is
60m (200’).
• Manual mode allows angular layout/marking.
• IP65 Rated for water and dust protection.
• Locking mechanism to protect the pendulum during
transportation.
• 1/4" and 5/8" tripod threads.
• Shock resistant rubber over molded casing.
• Multi-purpose magnetic mount.
• Battery compartment for optional use with 4 AA Alkaline
batteries.
• Charger.
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 classified 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)
NOTE
The red goggles are intended to enhance the
visibility of the laser beam. They will not pro-
tect your eyes against laser radiation.

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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 50°C
(14°F to 122°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 883 Prolaser®3D All- Lines offers 2 power supply options:
a rechargeable Li-Ion battery pack or 4 AA Alkaline batteries
(battery compartment included).
Installation
1. Press down the latch of the battery cover.
2. Insert the Li-Ion battery pack or the battery compartment with
the 4 AA Alkaline batteries, with the terminal contacts forward,
according to the shape of the battery compartment.
3. Close the battery cover.
BATTERY INSTALLATION & SAFETY
Li- Ion batteryAlkaline batteries
Battery
compartment

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Charge the Li- Ion battery or use new AA Alkaline batteries if
the beam/ battery indicator (b) starts to ash instead of emitting
a steady light.
NOTE: Connecting the charger with the charging adaptor to
the power (without the battery) will show a steady green LED
indicator with a small blinking dot. During the charging the LED
indicator (on the charging adaptor)
will be red and then green,
once fully charged.
1. Charger
2. Charging adaptor
3. LED indicator
4. Rechargeable battery
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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OVERVIEW
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2
a
db
c
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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. Side vertical laser beam window
6. Battery cover
7. 1/4” tripod mount
8. 5/8” tripod mount

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Working in Automatic mode (self-leveling):
In automatic mode the laser level will level itself in a ± 2.5°
range and will project 1 horizontal 360° or/and 2 vertical
360° red beams.
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 a 360° horizontal beam. The beam
indicator (b) will turn on.
3. Press the beam selector button (a) - it will turn on a 360°
vertical side beam instead of the horizontal beam.
4. An additional click on the beam selector button will turn
on a 360° vertical front beam in addition to the side vertical
beam.
5. One more click on the beam selector button (a) will switch
on the horizontal beam in addition to the vertical beams.
6. An additional click on the beam selector button (a) will
switch off the two vertical beams.
7. If the initial inclination of the laser level is beyond ± 2.5°
and the automatic mode is activated, the laser beams will
ash. In this case reposition the laser level on a more level
surface.
8. 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 883 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 Manual mode button (a) for 3 seconds, to activate
the manual mode. The laser level will project a 360° horizontal
beam 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 another beam, briey press the beam selector
button (a) - it will turn on a 360° vertical side beam instead of
the horizontal beam.
5. An additional click on the beam selector button (a) will add a
360° forward vertical ashing beam.
6. One more click on the beam selector button (a) will switch on
the horizontal beam in addition to the vertical beams.
7. Next click on the beam selector button (a) will switch OFF all
the beams and the beam indicator (b) will turn off.
8. 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 60 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 a bit reduced.
4. Turn on the detector and search for 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 cross created by the lateral
(#5) and the horizontal lines.
2. Check the height accuracy of the cross created by the
longitudinal (#4) and the horizontal lines.
3. Check the accuracy of the forward vertical beam.
4. Check the accuracy of the side vertical beam.
5. Check the perpendicularity between the 2 vertical beams.
1.Checking the Height Accuracy of the cross created by
the lateral (#5) Horizontal lines.
(Up and down deviation)
1) Set up the laser on a table or on the oor between 3 walls
A, B and C. The distance between A and Bshould be
approximately 5 meters.
2) Position the laser level approximately 0.5 meters from wall A
and 2 meters from wall C.
3) Unlock the pendulum and press the Beam Selector (a),
twice to project all 3 lasers beams.
4) Direct the cross lines of the horizontal beam and the side
vertical beam (# 5) towards wall A.
5) Mark on wall Athe center of the cross beams as a1,
and on wall Cmark the center of the cross beam as c1
(see gure # 1).

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6) Turn the laser 180° towards wall B. Reposition the laser and
verify that the 2 vertical lines pass through a1 and c1.
7) Mark on wall Bthe center of the cross beams as b1
(see gure # 2).
A B
Figure # 1
C
a1
0.5m
c1
X
2m
X
approximately 5m
A B
Figure # 2
C
a1
0.5m
c1
X
2m
b1
X
X
180°

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8) Without turning the laser level, lock the pendulum and move
the laser level towards wall Band position it approximately
0.5 meter from wall B.
9) Unlock the pendulum and press the Beam Selector (a) twice
to project all 3 lasers beams.
10) Verify that the vertical line passes through a1and b1.
11) On wall B, mark the center of the cross beams as b2
(see gure# 3).
12) Turn the laser 180°. Reposition the laser and verify that the
2 vertical lines pass through b2 and a1.
13) On wall A, mark the center of the cross beams as a2
(see gure # 4).
A
B
Figure # 3
C
a1
0.5m
X
2m
b1
X
b2
X

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14) Measure the distances:
Δa= |a2-a1|
Δb= |b1-b2|
15) The difference | Δa – Δb| should be no more than 3 mm,
otherwise send the laser level to a qualied technician for
repair.
A
B
Figure # 4
C
a2
0.5m
X
2m
b1
X
b2
X
a1
X
180°

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2. Checking the Height Accuracy of the cross created by
the longitudinal (#4) and horizontal lines.
(Up and down deviation)
1) Set up the laser on a table or on the oor between 3 walls
A, B and C. The distance between Aand Bshould be
approximately 5 meters.
2) Position the laser level approximately 0.5 meters from wall A
and 2 meters from wall C.
3) Unlock the pendulum and press the Beam Selector (a) twice,
to project all 3 lasers beams.
4) Direct the cross lines of the horizontal beam and the forward
vertical beam (#4) towards wall A.
5) Repeat the previous marking procedures from paragraph 5 - 15
3. Checking the Accuracy of the forward Vertical beam (#4).
1) Hang an approximately 3 meter long 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 # 5).

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3) Set up the laser on a tripod or on a solid surface in front of the
wall, at a distance of approximately 2 meters.
4) Unlock the pendulum and press the button to project the
vertical forward beam (#4) towards the plumb line.
5) Turn the laser, so the vertical beam will merge with the
plumb line below the hanging point.
6) Mark point a2 on the wall, in the middle of the vertical beam
at the same height as a1. (see gure # 6).
a1
Figure # 5
# הנומת 5
X
approximately 3m

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7) The distance between a1 and a2, should be no more than
1mm, otherwise send the laser level to a qualied technician
for repair.
4. Checking the Accuracy of the side Vertical beam (#5).
For the second vertical beam, repeat the previous marking
procedures from paragraph 1 -7.
a1
Figure #6
# הנומת 6
X
2m
a2 X
X