Kapro Prolaser Vector 873 User manual

Prolaser®Vector
Model No. 873
User Manual
Manual del usuario
Manuel d'utilisation
Руководство по эксплуатации
3AA
165'/50m NOT INCLUDED

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Thank you for purchasing Kapro’s 873 Prolaser®Vector.
You now own one of the most advanced laser tools available.
This manual will show how to get the most out of your laser
tool.
APPLICATIONS
The 873 Prolaser®Vector is innovatively designed for a very
broad range of professional and DIY jobs, including:
• Aligning tiles, cabinets, borders, moldings and trims
• Door and window installation
• All types of DIY jobs, including hanging shelves, pictures
and more
NOTE
Keep this user manual for future reference.
3AA
165'/50m NOT INCLUDED
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CONTENTS
• Features 4
• Safety instructions 5-6
• Battery installation 7
• Overview 8
• Operating instructions 9-11
• Maintenance 12
• Field calibration test 13-14
• Specifications 15
• Warranty 16

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FEATURES
• 1 Horizontal and 2 vertical lines at 90° intersections -
forward and on the ceiling
• 165’ (50m) outdoor range with detector
• “Tilt” mode for angular layout/marking
• Strong folding legs for angle mounting in manual mode
and height adjustment
• Self-leveling mechanism
• Visual and audible “out of level” warning
• 1/4" tripod thread
• Shock resistant rubber casing
• Compactsize–tsinyourtoolbox

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING
The product is a class II laser.
Laser radiation: Serious eye injury could be
caused by looking directly into the beam or by
projecting the beam into the eyes of others
• The use of protective eyewear is recommended
• Always position the laser beam so that it does not
cause anyone to directly stare into it.
• 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
equipment, such as binoculars or a telescope, as this
will increase the level of eye injury.

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• Do not remove or deface warning labels on the laser level.
• Do not take the unit apart.
• Do not drop the unit.
• Do not use solvents to clean the laser unit.
• Do not use in temperatures below 14°F or above 113°F
(-10°C to 45°C)
• Do not use in combustible environments such as in the
 presenceofammableliquids,gasesordust.
• When not in use, turn off the power, remove the batteries,
engage the lock-protect mechanism and place the laser in
the carrying pouch.
• Make sure the lock-protect mechanism is engaged before
transporting the laser.

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1. Press down on the latch and remove the battery cover.
2. Insert 3 new AA batteries of the same brand according to
the polarity diagram on the inside of the battery compartment.
3. Replace the battery cover.
BATTERY INSTALLATION

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OVERVIEW
1. On/Off switch
2. Metal legs
3. Rubber sleeve of metal legs
4. Keypad
a. Manual Mode d. Manual Mode indicator
b. Beam Selector e. Laser beam indicator
c. Pulse Mode f. Pulse (detector) mode
5. Horizontal window
6. Vertical window-1
7. Vertical window-2
8. Battery cover
9. 1/4" tripod adapter

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Working in Automatic mode (self-leveling):
In manual mode the 873’s self-leveling mechanism is disengaged
The laser level can project a horizontal line, 1 or 2 vertical lines or
all beams simultaneously with an intersection in front of the unit and
on the ceiling.
1.Removethelaserfromthecaseandplaceitonaat,vibration
free surface or tripod.
2.Turn ON/OFF switch to ON.
The laser level will generate the crossed horizontal and vertical
lines and the laser beam indicator will light.
3.Choose the beams you want to use by pushing the Beam Selector.
4.Before moving the laser level be sure to switch laser to the
OFF position which engages the lock protect mechanism.

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Working in Manual mode:
In manual mode the 873’s self-leveling mechanism is disengaged
so that you can set the laser lines at any slope you require.
1.Removethelaserfromthecaseandplaceitonaat, 
vibration free surface or tripod.
2. Press manual mode button. The manual mode indicator is lit
and the unit projects crossed lines without self-leveling.
3. Choose the beams you want to use by pushing the Beam
Selector.
4. Now you can tilt the laser as needed to mark the desired
slope. Use the folding legs to adjust the angle and the height.
5. To turn the laser off, press the Manual button again.
6. Before moving the laser level be sure to switch laser to the
OFF position which engages the lock protect mechanism.