Milwaukee M12 C4PLA User manual

OPERATOR'S MANUAL
Cat. No.
M12 C4PLA
M12™ CROSS + 4 POINTS LASER
WARNING
To reduce the risk of injury, user must read and understand operator's manual.

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GENERAL POWER TOOL
SAFETY WARNINGS
WARNING
Read all safety warnings, instruc-
-
tions provided with this power tool. Failure to
follow all instructions listed below may result in
Save all
warnings and instructions for future reference.
The term "power tool" in the warnings refers to your
mains-operated (corded) power tool or battery-oper-
ated (cordless) power tool.
LASER SAFETY
WARNING
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SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES FOR
LASER LEVELS
•Watch out for erroneous results if the tool is
defective or if it has been dropped, misused or
•Do not dispose of tool or batteries together with
excessive temperature. -
perature above 130°C (265°F) may cause explosion.
•Follow all charging instructions and do not charge
the battery pack or tool outside the temperature
Charging im-
household waste material! Tool and batteries that
have reached the end of their life must be collected
separately and returned to an environmentally
compatible recycling facility.
•Ensure tool magnets are securely mounted to
a metal surface. Magnet strength may not hold
on thin metal surfaces, causing the tool to fall.
•When
instrument will not be used for a long period, place
it in storage after removing batteries.
CAUTION
performance of procedures other
Use of controls or adjustments or
-
ous radiation exposure.
This device complies with AS/NZS 60825.1,
Class 2 Laser.
WORK AREA SAFETY
PERSONAL SAFETY
•Laser light - Do not stare into beam or view
directly with optical instruments. Do not point
laser light at others. Laser light can cause eye
damage.
•Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or
dark areas invite accidents.
•Do not operate power tools in explosive atmo-
liquids, gases or dust. Power tools create sparks
which may ignite the dust or fumes.
•Keep children and bystanders away while operat-
ing a power tool. Distractions can cause you to lose
control.
BATTERY TOOL USE AND CARE
•Do not allow persons unfamiliar with the tool,
these safety instructions, and the tool's opera-
tor's manual to operate the tool. This tool can be
dangerous in the hands of untrained users.
•Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and
balance at all times. This enables better control
of the tool in unexpected situations.
manufacturer. A charger that is suitable for one type
with another battery pack.
battery packs. Use of any other battery packs may
•When battery pack is not in use, keep it away
from other metal objects, like paper clips, coins,
keys, nails, screws or other small metal objects,
that can make a connection from one terminal
to another. Shorting the battery terminals together
•Under abusive conditions, liquid may be ejected
from the battery; avoid contact. If contact ac-
cidentally occurs, flush with water. If liquid
contacts eyes, additionally seek medical help.
Liquid ejected from the battery may cause irritation
or burns.
•Do not use a battery pack or tool that is dam-
explosion or risk of injury.
•
•
Always use common sense and be cautious
when using tools. It is not possible to anticipate
every situation that could result in a dangerous
outcome. Do not use this tool if you do not
understand these operating instructions or you feel
the work is beyond your capability; contact
MILWAUKEE®Tool or a trained professional for
additional information or training.
Maintain labels and nameplates. These carry
important information. If unreadable or missing,
contact a MILWAUKEE®service facility for a
replacement.
ADDITIONAL BATTERY SAFETY RULES
WARNING
WARNING
To reduce the risk of fire, personal
injury, and product damage due to
a short circuit, never immerse your tool, battery
pack or charger in fluid or allow a fluid to flow inside
them. Corrosive or conductive fluids, such as
seawater, certain industrial chemicals, and bleach
or bleach-containing products, etc., can cause a
short circuit.
Do not charge non-rechargeable
batteries.

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FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION
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SPECIFICATIONS
Cat. No............................................... M12 C4PLA
Volts........................................................... 12V DC
Battery Type .................................................M12™
Charger Type................................................M12™
Laser............................................................Class 2
Lines Max Power................................. PAV GP:
Points Max Power................................ PAV GP:
Pulse Frequency..........................................10 KHz
Pulse Duration Normal Mode ................. TPV
Pulse Duration Power Save.................... TPV
:DYHOHQJWK.......................................... 510-530 nm
Lines Beam Divergence ................................. 1 rad
Points Beam Divergence.......................... 0.5 mrad
Storage Temp....................................-20°C to 50°C
:RUNLQJ5DQJH................................................38 m
5DQJHZLWK'HWHFWRU....................................... 50 m
Accuracy................................ ±3.18 mm over 10 m
Settle Time ......................................... < 3 Seconds
Tripod Mount ..................................1/4"-20, 5/8"-11
Ingress Protection............................................ IP54
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Leveling ............Auto ±°4 side to side, front to back
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Operating Temperature ................. -20°C to 40°C
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WARNING
Recharge only with the charger
anytime the tool is not in use.
WARNING
Always remove the battery pack
manual supplied with your charger and battery.
Removing/Inserting the Battery
To remove the battery, push in the release buttons
and pull the battery pack away from the tool.
To insert the battery, slide the pack into the body
of the tool. Make sure it latches securely into place.
WARNING
WARNING
To reduce the risk of injury or dam-
age, securely mount/attach the
laser before starting an operation. Injury/damage
may occur if the laser falls.
recommended for this tool. Others
may be hazardous.
Power Save
Fuel Gauge
To determine the amount of charge left in the battery,
turn the tool ON. :KHQ less than 7% of charge is
If the battery becomes too hot, the fuel gauge lights
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applicable regulatory
requirements.
Do not dispose of electric
tools together with household
waste material. Electric tools
and electronic equipment
that have reached the end of
their life must be collected
separately and returned to an
environmentally compatible
recycling facility.
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runtime. Power save mode is indicated by dimmed
laser beams and the Power Save Indicator pulsing.
Visual range is decreased in power save mode.
Power Save Indicator will change from pulsing to
solid Green when turned OFF. The tool will
automatically switch to power save mode if less
than 7% of battery charge remains.

to steel studs, steel beams, etc.
•Use the embedded magnets to secure the laser level
Mounting/Adjusting the Laser Level
The pivot bracket can be used to mount the laser
level in multiple ways:
•Use the keyhole slot to hang the laser level on the
wall with a nail or screw.
•Position the laser and/or wall mount on a stable
surface.
•Use the 1/4"-20 or 5/8"-11 threaded insert to mount
on a tripod.
•Once the level is mounted, use the micro adjustment
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Troubleshooting
If the tool does not turn on:
•Ensure battery is installed properly. Fuel gauge
should indicate remaining charge when correctly
installed.
•Ensure battery is charged.
•Ensure the tool's internal temperature is within speci-
cold, allow at least 2 hours to acclimate to ambient
temperature before turning on the tool.
ACCURACY FIELD CHECK
NOTICE
Ambient temperature gradients can impact laser
accuracy. For accurate and repeatable results, the
following procedure should be conducted with the
of the working area.
Abusive treatment of the Laser Level, such as exces-
sive impacts from drop, can also lead to deviations
in product accuracy.
Therefore, it is recommended to conduct the Field
Check procedure after any impact or before complet-
ing any critical jobs.
Horizontal Height Accuracy
It is also suggested to mount the Laser Level to a
Tripod for easy adjustment.
1. Securely mount the tool within 30 cm of wall A.
AB
30 cm 20 m
2. Turn the tool to
Plumb Points, & Horizontal Points mode.
ON and to Perpendicular Level,
3. Direct the front laser beam against the nearest
wall A and allow to self-level. Mark the centre of
the laser cross on the wall (point I).
4. Rotate the tool 180° without changing the height,
allow it to self-level, and mark the centre of the
laser cross on the opposite wall B (point II).
CAUTION
Use of controls or adjustments or
OPERATION
WARNING
To reduce the risk of injury or tem
on vision, do not
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look directly into the laser when it is on.
ON Turns ON the laser and unlocks the pendu-
lum to enable self-leveling.
ON Turns ON the laser but does not unlock the
performance of procedures other
-
ous radiation exposure.
NOTICE
Perform the Accuracy Field Check
procedure immediately upon unboxing
of each new Laser Level and before exposure to
jobsite conditions. See "Accuracy Field Check"
for information.
To turn on the laser and unlock the pendulum, rotate
battery life will be displayed.
OFF Turns OFF the laser and locks the pen-
and store the Laser Level in the protective
carrying case
pendulum (self leveling is disabled). The
to indicate that the projected lines and dots
are not level or plumb.
NOTICE: The ON mode disables self-
leveling and therefore is not intended for
projecting a level or plumb lines/points.
Using the Laser Level
•Horizontal Level Line & Horizontal Points
•Vertical Plumb Line & Plumb Points
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Use the MODE button to cycle through the three
laser modes:
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1. For best results, place the tool on a work surface
that is:
• sturdy
• level (within 4 degrees of true level)
• free of vibrations
• 90° to the work area
2. Turn on the tool.
3. The tool will self-level when placed on surfaces
within 4 degrees of true level when dial is unlocked
and on.
The tool is ready once the emitted lines are con-
tinuous and no longer moving on the work surface.
5. If the tool cannot achieve a level state (i.e., the
Relocate or adjust the work surface.
WARNING
Do not look directly into laser
apertures. Horizontal level line and
left/right plumb points will immediately be emitted
from aperture in the laser housing.
If problem persists, please contact a MILWAUKEE®
service facility for support.
Perform the Accuracy Field Check
procedure immediately upon
unboxing of each new Laser Level and before
exposure to jobsite conditions. See "Accuracy
Field Check" for information. Should any
deviation from listed product accuracy be found,
please contact a MILWAUKEE®service facility.
Failure to do so could result in rejection of warranty
claim.
A free measuring distance of approximately 20 m
on a firm surface between two walls or structures A
and B is required for this check.

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AB
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AB
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B
B
6. Adjust the height of the tool (using the tripod or
by adding shims, if required) to align the laser
cross directly onto point II on wall B. Allow the
tool to self-level.
7. Rotate the tool 180° without changing the height,
allow it to self-level, and mark the centre of the
laser cross on wall A (point III). Point III should
be aligned as vertically above or below point I on
wall A as possible.
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A
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mode and Horizontal Points mode.
1. Turn the tool to ON and to Horizontal Level Line
Horizontal Leveling Accuracy
It is also suggested to mount the Laser Level to a
Tripod for easy adjustment.
A
s mode.
B
10 m
5 m
2. Mark the centre of the plumb point on the wall
(point I). Also, mark the centre of the plumb point
on the opposite wall (point II).
3. Rotate the tool 180°. Align the centre point of the
laser beam directly onto the wall point II.
4. Mark the centre point of the laser beam on wall
A (point III).
5. The distance d between marked points I and III on
wall A indicates the actual deviation (d) of the tool.
A
B
d
10 m
5 m
6.
Move the tool within 30 cm of wall B. Allow the
laser to self level. Align the laser cross in the
general direction of point II on wall B.
The distance between points I and III on wall A is
the height deviation (d) of the tool. This distance
should not exceed 3.18 mm (max.) at 10 m
(12.7 mm at 40 m). For the Measuring distance
of 2 x 20 m = 40 m, the maximum allowable
deviation (d) is: 40 m x ±3.18 mm ÷ 10 m =
±12.72 mm
For the Measuring distance of 2 x 10 m = 20 m,
the maximum allowable deviation (d) is:
20 m x ±3.18 mm ÷ 10 m = ±6.36 mm Thus, the
difference d between points I and III should not
exceed 6.36 mm (max.) at 20 m.
Securely mount the tool on one side of the room
and centred between walls A and B. Direct the laser
lines toward the other side of the room such that the
horizontal line appears on both walls A and B. Allow
the laser to Self-Level.
A free measuring space of approximately
10 m x 10 m on a firm surface between two walls or
structures A and B is required for the check.

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10 m
10 m
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B
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plumb point (x) and align the left Horizontal dot
with the previously marked point A. With the
laser in position, mark point (III) on wall B at the
intersection of the perpendicular lines directly in
front of the laser. Without moving the laser, mark
point (IV) on wall C using the right horizontal point.
The deviation (d) between points II & III should be
no more than 3.18 mm at 10 m.
A
B
C
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plumb point (x) so that the right horizontal
point is aligned with the previously marked
point I. Without moving the laser, using the
left horizontal point mark (V) on wall C.
The deviation (d) between points IV & V should
be no more than 3.18 mm at 10 m.
A
B
C
10 m
10 m
10 m
MAINTENANCE
WARNING
To
remove
reduce
the
the
battery
risk of
before
injury,
perform
always
-
ing any maintenance. Never disassemble the tool.
Maintain Laser Level
Maintain tools. If damaged, have the tool repaired
before use. Accidents may be caused by poorly
maintained tools.
WARNING
Use only recommended accesso-
ries. Others may be hazardous.
Cleaning
Repairs
For repairs, return the tool, battery pack and charger
to the nearest service centre.
ACCESSORIES
Clean dust and debris from vents. Keep handles
clean, dry and free of oil or grease. Use only mild
soap and a damp cloth to clean, since certain
cleaning agents and solvents are harmful to plastics
and other insulated parts. Some of these include
petrol, turpentine, lacquer thinner, paint thinner,
chlorinated cleaning solvents, ammonia and
household detergents containing ammonia. Never
use flammable or combustible solvents around
tools.
For a complete listing of accessories, go online to
milwaukeetool.com.au / milwaukeetool.co.nz or
contact a distributor.
WARNING
To reduce the risk of personal
injury and damage, never
immerse your tool, battery pack or charger in
liquid or allow a liquid to flow inside them.

WARRANTY - AUSTRALIA and NEW ZEALAND
SERVICE - AUSTRALIA and NEW ZEALAND
MILWAUKEE®prides itself in producing a premium quality product that is Nothing But Heavy DutyTM.
Your satisfaction with our products is very important to us! If you encounter any problems with the
operation of this tool, please contact your authorised MILWAUKEE®dealer.
For a list of MILWAUKEE®dealers, guarantee or service agents please contact MILWAUKEE®
Customer Service or visit our website.
(Australia Toll Free Telephone Number 1300 645 928)
(New Zealand Toll Free Telephone Number 0800 645 928)
or visit milwaukeetool.com.au/milwaukeetool.co.nz.
Please refer to Australian and New Zealand warranty supplied with tool. This warranty applies only to
product sold by authorised dealers in Australia and New Zealand.
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