Leica Rugby 55 User manual

Rugby 55
User Manual
Version 1.0
English

IIRugby 55
Introduction
Congratulations on the purchase of a new Rotating Laser product.
Product The Rugby 55 is a laser tool for interior, general construction and other leveling
applications. It is engineered and built with the latest innovations in the laser
tool industry. It is designed to be easy to set up, simple to operate and highly
dependable.
This manual contains important safety directions as well as instructions for
setting up the product and operating it. Refer to "9 Safety Directions" for
further information.
Read carefully through the User Manual before you switch on the product.
Product Identifica-
tion
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
information when you need to contact your agency or Leica Geosystems
authorized service workshop.
Type: _______________
Serial No.: _______________

IIIRugby 55
Symbols The symbols used in this manual have the following meanings:
Trademarks All trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
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 unin-
tended use which, if not avoided, could result in death or
serious injury.
Caution Indicates a potentially hazardous situation or an unin-
tended 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 prac-
tice as they enable the product to be used in a technically
correct and efficient manner.

IVRugby 55
Table of Contents
In this manual Chapter Page
1Description of the System .......................................................1-1
2Basic Operation .......................................................................2-1
3Accessories..............................................................................3-1
4Applications .............................................................................4-1
5Batteries ..................................................................................5-1
6Accuracy Adjustment ...............................................................6-1
7Troubleshooting.......................................................................7-1
8Care and Transport ..................................................................8-1
9Safety Directions .....................................................................9-1
10 Technical Data .......................................................................10-1
Index .................................................................................................i-1

1-1Rugby 55Description of the System
1Description of the System
1.1 Features
Precision Designed to maintain its accuracy on the toughest of jobs, the Rugby 55
projects a rotating beam usable up to 150 meters (500 feet) with a receiver.
Simplicity The Rugby 55 is designed to be versatile, easy to operate and having features
that serve both the interior and general construction contractor well. A bright,
visible beam, variable head speed, scanning motion, horizontal and vertical
self-leveling, split beam and great battery life, combine to provide consistent
value for the professional contractor.
Ruggedness Engineered for construction environment, the Rugby 55 will provide reliable
performance day after day.

1-2Rugby 55Description of the System
1.2 Rugby Components
a) Window assembly and rotating head
b) Membrane switch panel
c) Battery door and locking knob
d) Charge port with LED (rechargeable models)
e) Carrying handle (on back)
f) 5/8”-11 mounting holes (on back and bottom)
g) Positioning guides
a
b
c
d
e
f
g

1-3Rugby 55Description of the System
1.3 Rugby 55 Membrane Switch Panel
a) Low Battery LED
b) Left / Right Positioning Buttons
c) Scanning Button
d) Head Speed Button (rps)
e) X/Y Axis Level Indication LED’s
f) Power Button
g) CW / CCW Arrow Buttons
a
b
c
d
e
f
g

1-4Rugby 55Description of the System
1.4 Case Component Locator, Interior Case
a) Wall mount bracket
b) Spare battery holder
c) Alkaline batteries
d) Remote control
e) Ceiling grid targets
f) User manual
g) Receiver
h) Rugby 55
i) Accessories compartment
a
b
c
d
e
f
g
h
i

1-5Rugby 55Description of the System
1.5 Case Component Locator, Standard Case
a) User manual
b) Accessories and second receiver
c) Spare batteries, D-cells
d) Spare battery pack, NiMH
e) Receiver
f) Rugby
a
b
c
d
e
f

2-1Rugby 55Basic Operation
2Basic Operation
In this chapter Topic Page
2.1 Introduction ........................................................................2-2
2.2 The LED Indicators ..............................................................2-3
2.3 The Switch Buttons .............................................................2-4
2.4 Special Features..................................................................2-6
2.5 Manual Mode with cross axis self-leveling ..........................2-9
2.6 The Elevation Alert (H.I.) Function ....................................2-12