Leica Rugby 260SG User manual

Leica Rugby
260SG / 270SG / 280DG
User Manual
Version 1.0
English

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Rugby 260SG / 270SG / 280DG, Introduction
Introduction
Purchase Congratulations on the purchase of a Rugby instrument.
This manual contains important safety directions as well as instructions for setting
up the product and operating it. Refer to "10 Safety Directions" for further informa-
tion.
Read carefully through the User Manual before you switch on the product.
Product
identification
The model and the serial number of your product are indicated on the type plate.
Enter the model and serial number in your manual and always refer to this informa-
tion when you need to contact your agency or Leica Geosystems authorized service
workshop.
Type-Serial No.: 260-_______________
270-_______________
280-_______________
Date of purchase: ____________________

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Symbols The symbols used in this manual have the following meanings:
Type Description
Danger Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
Warning Indicates a potentially hazardous situation or an unintended use
which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
Caution Indicates a potentially hazardous situation or an unintended use
which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury
and/or appreciable material, financial and environmental
damage.
Important paragraphs which must be adhered to in practice as
they enable the product to be used in a technically correct and
efficient manner.

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Rugby 260SG / 270SG / 280DG, Table of Contents
Table of Contents
In this manual Chapter Page
1Introduction 7
2 Features and Functions 10
3 Setup 13
3.1 General Setup 13
3.2 Setup Options 14
3.3 Additional Setup Options 20
4 Operation 22
4.1 General 22
4.2 Entering Grade 23
4.3 Rugby 260SG Used at Grade 25
4.4 Lay Down Mode 25
4.5 Identification of the Axes 27
4.6 Slope - Percent of Grade 27
4.7 Alignment of the Axes 28

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5 Checking Level Accuracy 29
5.1 Procedure 29
5.2 Adjusting Level Accuracy 31
6 Checking Lay Down Accuracy 33
6.1 Procedure 33
7 Accessories 35
7.1 Batteries 35
7.2 Remote Control 38
8 Troubleshooting 42
8.1 Screen Explanations 42
8.2 Troubleshooting Suggestions 45
9 Care and Transport 47
9.1 Transport 47
9.2 Storage 48
9.3 Cleaning and Drying 49

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Rugby 260SG / 270SG / 280DG, Table of Contents
10 Safety Directions 50
10.1 General 50
10.2 Intended Use 50
10.3 Limits of Use 52
10.4 International Limited Warranty 52
10.5 Responsibilities 53
10.6 Hazards of Use 54
10.7 Laser Classification 61
10.7.1 Rugby 260SG / 270SG 62
10.7.2 Rugby 280DG 65
10.8 Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) 68
10.9 FCC Statement, Applicable in U.S. 71
11 Technical Data 75

Rugby 260SG / 270SG / 280DG, Introduction 7
1 Introduction
General
information
This manual contains operating and setup procedures for common applications. Its
purpose is to describe the features of the Rugby and how the Rugby operates. The
manual is not intended to describe specific applications. Contact your local dealer or
Leica Geosystems for information specific to your jobsite requirements.
The Rugby grade laser is designed to serve your needs in a wide variety of applica-
tions.
It is a proven tool for increased production with substantial reduction of labour, time
and material costs. It can be used to accurately control sloped or level grading,
trenching, open cut mining, dredging, contouring of levees, general construction and
excavation.

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Rugby 260SG / 270SG / 280DG, Introduction
Features Feature Rugby 260SG Rugby 270SG Rugby 280DG
90° Plumb beam 
Vertical operation 
RF remote control 
Dual grade to ± 15% 
Single grade to ± 15% 
Fully automated grade control 
Single grade to ± 10%
(semi-automatic)

Beam masking 
Bright, visible beam 
Large, intuitive, graphic display 
Simple, five-button operation 

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Area of application
* The Rugby 260SG is fully automatic at level and manual at grade.
Single grade
The Rugby 260SG* and 270SG are single
grade lasers and are capable of producing an
accurate plane of laser light for applications
which require level (1) or single slope (2).
Dual grade
The Rugby 280DG is a dual grade laser and
is capable of producing an accurate plane of
laser light for applications that require
level (1), single slope (2) or dual slope (3).
1
2
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Rugby 260SG / 270SG / 280DG, Features and Functions
2 Features and Functions
Overview
a) POWER button
b) X/Y button
c) UP button
d) Xbutton (Rugby 260SG and
270SG only)
e) Easy grip handle
f) LCD display
g) STAR button
h) DOWN button
i) Charger input
j) Tripod mount
a
b
c
f
g
h
e
i
j
d