Lasertec HV2G User manual

HV2G
ROTARY LASER
INSTRUCTION MANUAL

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SAFETY
Read the following safety instructions before
attempting to operate this product.
Keep these instructions in a safe place or store
in the carry case for future reference.
SAVE ALL WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS
FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
WARNING: Read and understand all
instructions.
▪Use the laser only with the specically
designated batteries.
▪Store the laser out of reach of children and
other untrained persons. Lasers are dangerous
in the hands of untrained users.
▪Use only accessories that are recommended
for your model.
▪Tool service must be performed only by
qualied repair personnel. Repairs, service
or maintenance performed by unqualied
personnel will void the warranty. Only
approved and authorised service technicians
can carry out warranty repairs.
▪Do not use optical tools such as a telescope
or transit to view the laser beam. Serious eye
injury could result.
▪Do not place the laser in a position which
may cause anyone to intentionally or
unintentionally stare into the laser beam.
Serious eye injury could result.
▪ Do not position the laser near a reective
surface which may reect the laser beam
toward anyone’s eyes. Serious eye injury
could result.
▪Do not use optical tools to view the laser
beam.
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▪Do not set up the tool at a position where
the laser beam can cross any person at head
height.
▪Do not let children come in contact with the
laser.
▪ Turn the laser o when it is not in use. Leaving
the laser on increases the risk of staring into
the laser beam.
▪Do not operate the laser around children or
allow children to operate the laser. Serious eye
injury may result.
▪Do not remove or deface warning labels.
▪Position the laser securely on a level surface.
Damage to the laser or serious injury could
result if the laser falls.
WARNING: DO NOT DISASSEMBLE
THE LASER. There are no user serviceable
parts inside. Disassembling the laser will
void all warranties on the product. Do not
modify the product in any way. Modifying
the tool may result in hazardous laser
radiation exposure.
CAUTION: Class 3 Laser Product
▪Never look into the laser beam directly and
intentionally.
▪Do not use optical tools to view the laser
beam.
▪Do not set up the tool at a position where
the laser beam can cross any person at
head height.
▪Do not let children come in contact with
the laser.
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ITEM CHECKLIST
Please ensure the following items are included with your laser level.
If anything is missing please contact your retailer.
Remote control
Lasertec HV2R Laser glasses
Carry case3m sta
Tripod
Laser targetDetector & clamp Mount
INCHES CM
1
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
2
3
4x AA rechargeable
batteries (laser level)
Charger
1x 9V alkaline
battery (detector)
2x AAA alkaline
batteries (remote)

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Rotating laser port
Charging port
Control panel
LASER OVERVIEW: FRONT
Battery screw

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LASER OVERVIEW: BASE
5/8” x 11 thread for
horizontal operation
on a tripod
Battery screw
Battery door
Vertical mounting point

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LASER OVERVIEW: CONTROL PANEL
Power
Tilt alarm indicator
Power indicator
Tilt alarm
Manual / automatic mode
Manual / automatic
mode indicator

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Manual / automatic mode
Button indicator
Grade adjustment
Grade adjustmentGrade adjustment
Grade adjustment
REMOTE CONTROL OVERVIEW

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Grade adjustment
Grade adjustment
REMOTE CONTROL OVERVIEW: BACK
Battery compartment

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Sound on / off
Coarse / fine detection
LCD display screen
Laser sensor
Speaker
Power
DETECTOR OVERVIEW: FRONT

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DETECTOR OVERVIEW: BACK
Battery compartment
Staff clamp thread
LCD display screen

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POWER SUPPLY
USING YOUR LASER
▪The instrument is supplied with four AA
Ni-Mh batteries as its standard power
source.
▪The instrument can also be powered by
four AA alkaline batteries.
Rechargeable Ni-Mh batteries
▪The instrument is supplied with a
rechargeable Ni-Mh batteries that are
located in the base of the instrument.
▪The rechargeable batteries are supplied
only partially charged. Charge the
rechargeable batteries before use.
▪Battery capacity decreases at low
temperatures; depleted batteries may not
function when cold.
Indoor charger
▪ The indoor charger is for indoor use only.
▪Do not store in locations where moisture
can be present or where the charger could
be exposed to extreme temperatures.
▪ If a charger becomes damaged,
stop using immediately and seek a
replacement.
WARNING: Only use the supplied
charger. Using an incorrect charger
will void the warranty. Do not
charge alkaline batteries.
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▪Unscrew and remove the battery cover
door and the batteries.
▪Insert the batteries according to polarity
and replace the battery door.
Removing & inserting the rechargeable
batteries
Charging the rechargeable batteries
▪ Insert the charger into the charging port on
the instrument. Progress will be shown by
the power indicator display on the charger
as below:
Red (flashing) = Charger and battery
are not connected.
Red (constant) = Battery is charging
Green (constant) = Battery is charged
▪ Charging time is approximately 5 hours for
depleted batteries.
POWER SUPPLY (continued)

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Tripod set up
▪Select a place as close and practical
to the work site as possible, and ensure
that the location is clear of traffic.
▪Extend the tripod legs to the required
height and then spread the legs wide
enough so that the tripod platform is
stable.
▪Place the laser level onto the tripod
with the lighthouse facing upwards and
thread the yoke into the base until firm.
Do not over tighten as this may cause
damage to the laser level or tripod.
Level surface set up
▪Select a place as close and practical
to the work site as possible, and ensure
that the location is clear of traffic.
▪Place the laser level onto a reasonably
level surface with the lighthouse facing
upwards.
HORIZONTAL MEASUREMENT SET UP

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Level surface set up
▪Select a place as close and practical to
the work site as possible, and ensure that
the location is clear of traffic.
▪Place the laser level onto a reasonably
level surface with the control panel facing
upwards.
Tripod set up
▪Select a place as close and practical to
the work site as possible, and ensure that
the location is clear of traffic.
▪Extend the tripod legs to the required
height and then spread the legs wide
enough so that the tripod platform is
stable.
▪Connect the mount to the back of the
laser (see page 18-19).
▪Place the instrument onto the tripod
with the control panel facing upwards
and thread the yoke into the mount on the
back of the instrument until firm. Do not
over tighten as this may cause damage to
the instrument or tripod.
VERTICAL MEASUREMENT SET UP

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Tilt alarm
▪Once the instrument has been levelled off
the tilt alarm can be enabled by pressing
the tilt alarm button on the instrument.
The tilt alarm indicator light will flash
continuously whilst active.
▪If the instrument is disturbed while the
alarm is active the instrument will stop
rotating and will need to be powered off
and on again to reset its level position.
OPERATION
Powering on
▪ Press the power button once and the
instrument will power on and begin
automatically self-levelling. When this
levelling process is complete, the penta
prism inside the lighthouse will start rotating.
▪If the instrument is outside the self levelling
range the instrument will not level causing
the laser beam to flash continuously. If this
occurs, reposition the instrument onto a level
surface until the instrument can level off.
Powering off
▪Press the power button once and the
instrument will power off.

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Setting up a grade / slope
▪ To create a slope / grade, enter into
manual mode by pressing the manual
/ automatic mode button on either the
instrument or remote control.
▪The manual / automatic mode indicator
on the instrument will light up when manual
mode is active.
▪ To adjust the grade, press the grade
adjustment arrows on either the instrument
or remote control. These arrows will adjust
the grade on either the x-axis or y-axis.
▪ To cancel out of manual mode press the
manual / automatic mode button.
When in manual mode the instrument
will not self level and correct for
vibrations and/or disturbances.
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Power supply
▪The remote is powered by two AAA
alkaline battery.
Battery replacement
▪Remove the battery door cover.
▪Insert the battery according to polarity and
replace the battery door.
Remote operation
▪Ensure the instrument is turned on and the
laser head is rotating.
▪To create a grade / slope press the grade
adjustment arrows.
USING YOUR REMOTE
OPERATION (continued)

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Power supply
▪The detector is powered by a 9V alkaline
battery.
Mounting the staff clamp
▪Insert the staff clamp screw into the staff
clamp thread.
▪Rotate the nut until the clamp is secured
in place.
Battery replacement
▪Remove the battery door cover.
▪Insert the battery according to polarity and
replace the battery door.
USING YOUR DETECTOR
Detector operation
▪Switch the detector on by pressing the
power button. The speaker will beep once
indicating the instrument is operating.
▪The LCD screen will display the battery
level, detection mode and speaker function.
▪To change between coarse and fine mode
press the coarse / fine mode button
▪Move the detector into the path of the laser
beam.
▪Hold the detector upright for horizontal
beams. Rotate the detector 90° for vertical
beams.
▪The direction arrows or level line on the LCD
screen will indicate the position of the laser
beam. The detector will emit a constant beep
once the level position has been located.

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Detector position for horizontal beams Detector position for vertical beams
USING YOUR DETECTOR (continued)

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MOUNT OVERVIEW
Screw fixing point
Hook
Screw fixing point
5/8” x 11 thread for
vertical operation
on a tripod
5/8” x 11 thread for
vertical operation
on a tripod
Locking lever