Parkside PMML 5 A1 User manual

IAN 319468
MULTI-PURPOSE DETECTOR/
LASER DISTANCE MEASURER PMML 5 A1
MULTIFUNKTIONSDETEKTOR /
LASERENTFERNUNGSMESSER
Bedienungs- und Sicherheitshinweise
DÉTECTEUR MULTIFONCTION/
TÉLÉMÈTRE LASER
Instructions d‘utilisation et consignes de sécurité
MULTIFUNCTIONELE DETECTOR/
LASERAFSTANDSMETER
Bedienings- en veiligheidsinstructies
MULTI-PURPOSE DETECTOR/
LASER DISTANCE MEASURER
Operation and safety notes

GB/IE/NI Operation and safety notes Page 5
FR/ BE Instructions d‘utilisation
et consignes de sécurité Page 47
NL/ BE Bedienings- en
veiligheidsinstructies Pagina 91
DE/ AT/CH Bedienungs- und
Sicherheitshinweise Seite 134

2
11a
12
11
10
3
4
6
5
8
9
7
A
13
14
B
13a
14

C
D
E
1615
17 18
20
21
19
22
23
24
25
26
27
28

5GB/IE/NI
List of pictograms
used..........................................Page 7
Introduction.......................Page 8
Intended use............................Page 8
Description of parts.................Page 9
Technical data.........................Page 10
Scope of delivery....................Page 12
Safety instructions.......Page 13
General safety information.....Page 13
Information regarding
inaccurate measurement
results.......................................Page 17
Safety instructions for
batteries/ rechargeable
batteries...................................Page 18
Before using......................Page 20
Preparing for use .........Page 21
Inserting/ replacing the
batteries (see fig. A)................Page 21
Use............................................Page 22
Tip for distance measurement ...Page 22
Single distance measurement
mode........................................Page 23

6 GB/IE/NI
Continuous distance
measurement mode.................Page 25
Addition of distances ..............Page 27
Measuring surface areas........Page 28
Addition of surface areas.......Page 29
Measuring volumes.................Page 30
Addition of volumes ................Page 31
Locating concealed objects....Page 32
Tips on measurement ..............Page 33
Locating wooden objects........Page 37
Laser marking ..........................Page 37
Troubleshooting ............Page 39
Maintenance and
cleaning................................Page 40
Storage .................................Page 41
Disposal................................Page 41
Service...................................Page 43
Warranty claim procedure.....Page 43
Service .....................................Page 44
Warranty.............................Page 45

7GB/IE/NI
List of pictograms used
Please read the
instructions for use.
Danger of explosion!
Wear safety gloves!
Attention! - The manual
must be consulted in all
cases where this symbol
is marked.
Protect yourself from
laser radiation!
Volt (Direct current)
Volt (Alternating current)
Batteries included

8 GB/IE/NI
Multi-Purpose Detector /
Laser Distance Measurer
Introduction
We congratulate you on the purchase of
your new product. You have chosen a
high quality product. The instructions for
use are part of the product. They contain
important information concerning safety,
use and disposal. Before using the prod-
uct, please familiarise yourself with all of
the safety information and instructions for
use. Only use the product as described
and for the specified applications. If you
pass the product on to anyone else,
please ensure that you also pass on all
the documentation with it.
Intended use
This product is intended for the detection
of metal, wood and live wires. The prod-
uct is not intended for commercial use.
This product is for indoor use only.

9GB/IE/NI
Description of parts
1Hanging point
1a Measurement starting edge
2Display
3Material switch STUD/ AC WIRE/
METAL (wood/ AC wire /metal)
4MODE button
5Stud button
6READ button
7M button (save)
8Vial
9Function switch LASER/DETECTOR/
DISTANCE
10 RM button (read memory)
11 Stud button
12 +/ =-button
13 Battery compartment
13a Battery compartment cover
14 PUSH button
15 Laser beam opening/ Laser sender
16 Laser receiver
LC Display (see fig. D):
17 Mode arrow
18 Battery symbol
19 High voltage warning symbol

10 GB/IE/NI
20 Upper row
21 Lower row
22 Measurement units
23 Detecting intensity arrow
24 Saving symbol M+
25 Distance measuring reference point
26 Laser symbol
27 Measuring mode indication symbol
28 Addition symbol “+”
Technical data
Laser distance
measurement
Detects: Wood,
AC wires, metal
Laser class: 2
Max. power
output (Pmax): < 1mW
Wave length: 635–660nm
Power supply: 2 x AAA
(2 x 1.5V)
batteries
Maximum
measuring range: 0.175–20 meter*
(measure from
bottom side)

11GB/IE/NI
Measuring accuracy: ± 5mm**
Measuring units: m/ ft + in
Continuous
measurement possible: Yes
Detection of metal
up to: approx. 24 mm
deep
Detection of power
lines up to: approx. 35 mm
deep
Detection of wooden
substructure up to: approx. 38 mm
deep
Marking laser-range
up to: max. 5m
(depends on the
environmental
light)
Batteries: 2 x 1.5V LR03
(AAA)
Weight: 175g (without
batteries)
Dimensions: 158 x 76 x
33mm

12 GB/IE/NI
*) During daylight or if the target has
poor reflection properties, please use
target plate.
**)In favorable conditions, a deviation
influence of +/- 0.15 mm /m must be
taken in to account. In unfavorable
conditions, such as intense sunshine,
poorly reflecting target surface (black
surface) or high temperature variations,
a higher deviation is expected.
LASER RADIATION
DO NOT STARE INTO BEAM
CLASS 2 LASER PRODUCT
Scope of delivery
1 Multi-purpose detector
2 1.5V AAA batteries
1 Operating instructions

13GB/IE/NI
Safety instructions
General safety
information
This product is for indoor use only.
Test on known sources before use,
to make sure that equipment is
functioning correctly.
If the equipment is used in a manner
not specified by the manufacturer, the
protection provided by the equipment
may be impaired.
This product can be used by children
aged from 8 years and above and
persons with reduced physical, sensory
or mental capabilities or lack of ex-
perience and knowledge if they have
been given supervision or instruction
concerning use of the product in a
safe way and understand the hazards
involved. Children shall not play with
the product. Cleaning and user
maintenance shall not be made by
children without supervision.
Do not expose the product to

14 GB/IE/NI
– extreme temperatures,
– strong vibrations,
– strong mechanical stresses,
– direct sunlight,
– magnetic fields,
– moisture.
These can cause damage to the
product.
Never immerse the product in water.
Never hold the product under running
water. This may lead to the product
becoming damaged.
Do not use the product in hospitals or
other medical facilities. The product
may affect the function of life support
systems.
Check the product for damage
before use. Never use a damaged
product.
CAUTION! Never open the product
casing. This can result in injury and
damage to the product. Repairs must
only be carried out by a qualified
electrician.

15GB/IE/NI
The product contains a
class 2 laser. Never point
the product at yourself,
other persons or animals. Never look
into the laser beam. Even a weak
laser beam can cause eye damage.
Never direct the laser beam onto
reflective surfaces or materials. Re-
flected lasers beams are dangerous
and can get into the eyes. This could
result in serious eye injuries.
The laser assembly inside the equip-
ment can be examined, repaired or
replaced by the manufacturer only.
If functional or other defects occur,
please contact the service department.
The product is not a toy and should
be kept out of the reach of children.
One misapplication can lead to
irreparable eye damage.
Only use the product in areas of ap-
plication for which it was designed!
The product may neither be manipu-
lated nor modified as they can influ-
ence the safety of the product.

16 GB/IE/NI
No responsibility is assumed for acci-
dents that may result from improper
use and non-compliance with these
Safety Instructions.
Do not open the product housing. The
guarantee lapses in cases of unau-
thorised tampering. Your product does
not require any specific maintenance.
Do not use the product to detect
alternating current in exposed or
uninsulated wires.
Do not use the product as a replace-
ment voltmeter.
Exercise caution with studs. These are
sharp and can cause injury.
WARNING! Be careful
when pressing the stud
buttons 5, 11 . The sharp
needles can cause injury
(see Fig. F).

17GB/IE/NI
Information
regarding inaccurate
measurement results
Please note that inaccurate measure-
ment results can be obtained under
certain conditions. The following
conditions can cause inaccurate
measurement results:
– very thick walls
– weak batteries
– deep-lying wires or pipes
– shielded AC wires
– thick walls with thin pipes or wires
– metal-clad walls
– very damp conditions
Using this product you cannot detect
wires in an electric circuit
– that are insulated from the mains
power supply.
– that have a direct current flowing
through them.
– that are used for computer or
telecommunication systems.
This product is only suitable for
detecting metal pipes. You cannot

18 GB/IE/NI
detect pipes made of plastic or other
non-metallic materials with this product.
Safety instructions
for batteries/
rechargeable
batteries
DANGER TO LIFE! Keep batteries/
rechargeable batteries out of reach
of children. If accidentally swallowed
seek immediate medical attention.
DANGER OF EXPLO-
SION! Never recharge
non-rechargeable batteries.
Do not short-circuit batteries/ re-
chargeable batteries and/or open
them. Overheating, fire or bursting
can be the result.
Never throw batteries/rechargeable
batteries into fire or water.
Do not exert mechanical loads to
batteries/ rechargeable batteries.

19GB/IE/NI
Risk of leakage of batteries/
rechargeable batteries
Avoid extreme environmental condi-
tions and temperatures, which could
affect batteries/ rechargeable batter-
ies, e.g. radiators/direct sunlight.
If batteries/ rechargeable batteries
have leaked, avoid contact with skin,
eyes and mucous membranes with
the chemicals! Flush immediately the
affected areas with fresh water and
seek medical attention!
WEAR PROTECTIVE
GLOVES! Leaked or
damaged batteries/
rechargeable batteries can cause
burns on contact with the skin. Wear
suitable protective gloves at all times
if such an event occurs.
In the event of a leakage of batteries/
rechargeable batteries, immediately
remove them from the product to pre-
vent damage.
Only use the same type of batteries/
rechargeable batteries. Do not mix

20 GB/IE/NI
used and new batteries/rechargeable
batteries.
Remove batteries/rechargeable bat-
teries if the product will not be used
for a longer period.
Risk of damage of the product
Only use the specified type of battery/
rechargeable battery!
Insert batteries/rechargeable batter-
ies according to polarity marks (+)
and (-) on the battery/ rechargeable
battery and the product.
Clean the contacts on the battery/
rechargeable battery and in the bat-
tery compartment before inserting!
Remove exhausted batteries /re-
chargeable batteries from the prod-
uct immediately.
Before using
Check the consignment for complete-
ness and for signs of visible damage.
Remove all packaging material from
the product.