RedBack Laser PL650 User manual

CONTENTS
User Safety 2
Introduction and PL650™ Accessories 3
PL650™Diagram 4
Operating Instructions 6
Batteries 6
Power and Grade Setting 7
Centering Dot Left to Right 8
Out of Level Warning 9
Using Feet and Target 10
Optional Tripod Mount 11
Grade Conversion Chart 12
Calibration Self Check & Technical Specications 13
Care & Maintenance, Trouble Shooting 14
Warranty 16
User Safety
• Laser output sign lies near the output aperture.
• Do not stare directly into laser beam.
• Do not disassemble the instrument or attempt to
perform any internal servicing. Repairs and service
should be performed only authorised service
centres of Redback Lasers.
• This instrument complies with the safety
Classication standards of laser radiation.
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CAUTION: Class 3R laser <5mW at
635-670nm.
Do NOT stare into laser beam or aim
at another person.
Follow relevant Australian Standards
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PL650TM INTRODUCTION
Congratulations on purchasing the PL650™ an electronic self levelling pipe
grade laser level built tough with full cast metal housing and sealed water
tight (IP68).
The PL650™ has been designed and built specically for plumbers and
drainage contractors for levelling and grading pipes.
The PL650™ has fully automatic digital grade setting to 3 decimal places
-20.000% to +40.000% range. Simply enter in the desired grade and the
laser does the rest.
The PL650™ also features laser dot centering which can be accessed either
by the control panel or remote control.
The PL650TM can be placed either on top of the pipe or inside and comes
with a selection of feet allowing the laser to t into pipes 150mm to 500mm
diameter. The PL650 also comes with a heavy duty target and holder again
designed for tting within pipes 150mm to 500mm diameter. The PL650 is
tted with a rechargeable Ni-mh battery pack but can also use Std “D” Size
batteries if needed and comes with a Two Year Redback Lasers Warranty.
(See page 16)
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PL650™ Included Accessories
• PL650™ Pipe Laser Unit
• Protective Carry Case
• Rechargeable Ni-mh Battery
• Charger
• “D” Cell Battery Pack
• Remote Control
• Targets and Holder (150mm-500mm)
• 5 Sets Feet (200mm-500mm)
• Handle Mount Foot Adaptor
• Instruction Manual

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PL650TM DIAGRAMS
PL650TM Laser Unit
2
3
1. Alignment Guide Plumb Ref LED
2. Tripod Frame Mount (Optional)
3. Control Panel
4. Interchangeable Feet
5. Laser Dot Output
PL650
Back
Red
Lasers
TM
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4
1
Laser Target
Target Holder
Bubble Vial
Pipe Size
Lock

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Remote Control
Control Panel
Move Laser Dot
Right Control
Power/Standby Button
Calibration Controls
(For Service Technicians Only)
Battery Compartment
Alignment Plumb
LED
% Grade to 3 Decimal Places
Battery Level Indicator
Power Button
Move
Laser Dot
Right
Level
Indicator
Left to
Right
Laser Dot
Position
Left to
Right
Alignment Plumb LED
Grade Selection Pad
Grade Direction
Move Laser Dot
Left Control
Move
Laser Dot
Right

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PL650TM OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Battery Instructions
To charge this battery pack simply inserting the charger plug into the
charging socket found under the dust cover on the front of the battery pack.
The LED on the charger is illuminated red during the charging process and
will turn green once the battery pack is fully charged. The reachargeable
battery pack can be charged either whilst inserted in the laser or seperatly.
When the power symbol on the LCD shows low or ashes, the rechargeable
batteries needs recharging or standard batteries need replacing.
Handy Hints
• Prior to initial use, charge the rechargeable battery for at least 10 hours.
• Running rechargeable batteries completely at will increase battery life.
• The PL650™ can operate off mains by plugging the charger (for indoor
use only) into the unit.
• Remember the PL650™ can operate using standard batteries when
rechargeable pack is out of charge.
The PL650 has two battery options either 4 x standard “D” size Alkaline or
the Ni-mh rechargeable pack. For standard 4 x “D” alkaline operation simply
insert into the battery holder in the direction indicated, insert into laser and
tighten the locking screws.
To use the rechargeable battery
pack, remove standard battery
holder from laser if installed and
place the rechargeable pack into
the same recess and tightening
locking screws.
LCD Display Power Symbols
Battery Good Battery Needs
Charging
Flashing

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Turning Laser On
Press Power button on the keypad to turn on the PL650™. Note
the power button on the remote will not operate until the laser has been
powered up from the keypad direct, the power button on the remote then
acts as a standby button. The PL650TM will rst have a ashing laser dot and
ashing grade numerical display, when both of these stop ashing the laser
is then level. On the bottom left of the LCD display screen is an electronic
bubble vial and an arrow indicating the direction needed to twist the PL650
Housing, within or on top of the pipe, in order to get it level left to right.
When the bubble is show in the center of the vial then it is level left to right
and will ensure maximum accuracy for the laser dot.
Setting a Grade
Setting a grade on the PL650 tilts the laser dot either up for a +ve grade
and down for a -ve grade. The grades are set as a percentage and the
maximum grade that can be set is +40.000% to -20.000%. (see page 12
for conversion chart)
The required grade is entered using the center four buttons on the key pad,
rst press the “SET” button the +/- symbol is ashing, use the up down
arrow buttons to select either a +ve or -ve grade.
Press “SET” again and the rst digit will ash, use the up and down
arrow keys to set the required number for this digit (leave as “0”
if required). To move to the next digit press “SET” once more and again use
the arrow keys. Once all the digits have been set to the required gure then
press “ENT” this enters the grade into the laser and it will begin to
set that grade. When the laser dot stops ashing the grade is set. Note the
PL650 remebers this grade the next time the laser is turned on.
Twist PL650
Clockwise
(when looking at display)
Twist PL650
Anti-Clockwise
(when looking at display)
PL650 level
left to right

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PL650TM OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS cont.
Adjusting the Dot Left to Right
The PL650MPipe Laser dot can be adjusted left and right in order to hit the
target. This can be done with the use of either the Keypad or remote control
bu pressing the left and right arrow keys . Single presses of the
buttons move the dot by very small increments, by holding the button the
dot will move faster and the longer the button is pressed the faster the dot
will move.
On the bottom right side of the LCD display is a graphical representation of
the position of the dot left to right, the display will ash when the dot has
been moved to the maximimum allowed position.
There is an auto center feature which is activated with a single press of both
the left and right arrow buttons at the same time (note this feature
only works on the main keypad and not the remote). Whilst it is centering
the display will ash, once centered it will return to normal.
Note that the PL650 Pipe Laser has a remote control receiving sensor both at
the keypad and laser output ends of the unit making it easir to center the dot
onto the target when standing at the target end of the pipe.
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LCD Display showing the laser
dot just left of the central position

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The PL650 has alignment marks on the side of the casing and an alignment
LED light on the top to indicate the origin point of the laser and grade. To
turn on this light simply press the light button on either the key pad
or the remote control.
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LED Alignment Guide Light
Out of Levelling Range
There may be a situation where the laser has been set to do a large Grade
which is outside the range of the laser mechanism. If this occurs a ashing
graphic will be displayed on the LCD and this graphic will indicate to either
raise or lower the control panel end of the PL650. This can be done by using
different length feet or the handle mounted foot adaptor.
LCD Display graphic showing
to raise control panel end

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PL650TM OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS cont.
Using the Feet for Different Diameter Pipes
The PL650TM has 5 sets of feet of differeing lengths and each set has a size
printed on them which refers to the diameter size of the pipe you wish to
use the laser inside of. The idea is that with the correct size feet the laser
dot should be central to the pipe. The feet are interchanged by un-screwing
them in anti-clockwise direction. Note that when the legs are removed the
inbuilt threads are suitable for 150mm diameter pipe.
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LCD Display Light
The PL650TM has a back light for the LCD display this light activates when
any of the keys are pressed on either the keypad itself or the remote control
unit. To save battery, the light turns itself off after a few seconds of the keys
not being pressed, to turn the light back on simply press any of the keys
once more.
Using the Targets for Different Diameter Pipes
The PL650TM comes with a heavy duty target holder that can hold either the
15-300mm target plate or 400-500mm target plate. To change plates or to
adjust the height of the plate simply unlock the locking knob on the right and
slide plate up, the pointer above the knob indicates the diameter.
The Target is designed to t either inside or on top of the pipe and can be
levelled left to right with the help of the bubble vial.

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The PL650TM has an optional tripod mount (PLT1) available that allows it to
be mounted on a heavy duty tripod. The mount features height adjustment,
and tilt front to back adjustement and ts onto any standard thread survey
tripod. The PLT1 also features adjustment feet on its base which allows it
to be also used inside or on top of very large diameter pipes without the use
of a tripod.
The PLT1 can be ordered from your nearest RedBack Lasers stockist quoting
part number PLT1.
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GRADE CONVERSION CHART

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PL650TM TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Laser Wavelength 635-670nm <5mW
Laser Class 3R
Range 300m with Target
Horizontal Accuracy ±1mm/20m
Grade Accuracy ±0.15mm/m
Gradient Range -20% to +40%
Self Levelling Range ±5o
Left and Right Incline Range ±1o
Left and Right Adjustment ±1.8o
Temperature Range -20oC - 40oC
IP Dust Water Resistance IP68
Power 4 x “D” Alkaline or Ni-mh pack
Low Power LCD Display Graphic Flashes
Size 132x380mm
Weight 6Kg
Technical Specications
Calibration & Self Check
All Redback Lasers have been checked for calibration and certied by one
of our technicians here in Australia prior to despatch and should under
normal conditions not go out of calibration. A calibration certied sticker
with the date and name of technician is located on the laser itself. It is worth
checking calibration from time to time particularly after any known knocks
or drops. An easy way to continually check calibration is to always double
check your work with the laser located in a different position. Various other
methods for checking calibration can be found at www.redbacklasers.
com.au/downloads or the laser can be returned to our service department
for checking and re-calibration. We at Redback Lasers provide a once off
free calibration and check within the duration of the warranty period see
page 16 for details.
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PL650TM TROUBLE SHOOTING
• Keep laser and accessories stored in protective case.
• Make sure laser is stored dry, dry out before storage to prevent damage.
• Remove batteries when not used for an extended period of time to prevent
leakage.
• The PL650TM is a precision instrument and should not be subjected to excessive
knocks, drops or vibrations.
• Self check calibration from time to time. See page 13
• For service contact Redback Lasers. www.redbacklasers.com.au
Q. I have difculty using the remote control!
A. When you press a button each tone is equal to one press, so on
a toggle button like the power button if you press and hold and
hear 2 tones then it will have turned it on and then off again.
Q. The Laser does not power up!
A. Check the rechargeable batteries are charged and connected
correctly and or replace standard “D” size Alkaline batteries and
check they are inserted correctly and pack fully tightened up into
recess.
Q. Laser fails to nd level, continually ashing!
A. Check that the laser is on a stable location without vibration,
check batteries and replace if neccessary, check that the left to
right bubble vial is central. If still not working whilst the laser
is turned on tilt the laser vertically upwards (do not look into
beam) hold for 10 seconds then place back onto ground, this will
re-set the sensors without changing calibration.
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Care & Maintenance
Trouble Shooting - FAQ

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Notes

REDBACK LASERS WARRANTY
Duration of warranty is xed and automatic, when we advertise 2 years on a particular model,
its two years. No drop down to a lesser time if you forget to register, registration is NOT
required just proof of purchase showing date.
Although the duration of our warranties are for a particular period it does not mean we will
charge you for a genuine warranty failure a month or two outside that warranty period, we
believe in a fair go.
Even though a product shows signs of accidental damage, scratches and the like, we will not
automatically fail the warranty claim, if the fault is NOT caused by a drop or misuse and is a
genuine warranty failure then we will cover it.
Calibration is not covered by warranty much the same as the wheel balance on your car is not
covered by warranty, we do however offer a one off free re-calibration service during the period
of warranty, conditions and details below.
RedBack LasersTM distributed by CMI Industries Pty Ltd
P.O. Box 7324 - Geelong West - Victoria - 3218 - Australia
Ph: [phone] email: [email protected]
CMI Industries Pty Ltd provides consumers with a warranty to our products, this is in addition to requirements of any
relevant legislation such as the Competition and Consumer Act 2010. Denitions:
“CMI”, “We” or “Our” refers to CMI Industries Pty Ltd (ABN 29 102 713 922) of 8 Autumn St, Geelong West, Victoria
3218 ph [phone]
“You” or “Consumer” refers to the initial purchaser of the product.
“Product” refers to goods manufactured by or for CMI Industries Pty Ltd under the brands of RedBack Lasers,
Level1Laser and CMI Lasers.
“Material” refers to material or component used in the construction and manufacture of the product.
“Workmanship” refers to handling, assembly and manufacturing processes done by or for CMI Industries Pty Ltd in
order to manufacture the products.
“Warranty Period” For the PL650 Two Years. Warranty period is from original purchase date, no extension is made in
the event of warranty replacement products supplied or time spent being repaired.
Our goods come with guarantees that cannot be excluded under the Australian Consumer Law. You are entitled to a
replacement or refund for a major failure and for compensation for any other reasonably foreseeable loss or damage.
You are also entitled to have the goods repaired or replaced if the goods fail to be of acceptable quality and the failure
does not amount to a major failure. Ni-Mh Battery & Charger have 1 Year Warranty.
CMI warrants that our products will be free from defects in material and workmanship for the warranty period.
CMI promises to repair or replace, free of charge, the product or part of product if found to be faulty due to defective
workmanship or materials within the duration of the warranty as long as the following terms and conditions are met;
• Product must not have been misused or abused, must not have incurred accidental damage or had un-authorised
repair or tampering that has caused or contributed to its fault or failure.
• You must contact CMI by phone, mail or email immediately when a fault or defect has become apparent and within
the warranty period.
• Product must be returned to store of purchase or directly to CMI, we will cover cost of postage only when sent by
our reply paid Australia Post service (Australian Main land and Tasmania only) details will be provided upon phone, post
or email communications with us.
• CMI will cover cost of freight back of repaired or replaced product to original purchase store or you directly
(depending on how it was sent Australian Main Land and Tasmania only).
• CMI will determine whether to repair or replace the product or part of product on a case by case basis.
• Further exclusions in this warranty include damage or defect caused by use of non-original accessories or parts,
damage in transportation, normal wear and tear, damage through moisture, damage due to electric surge, failure due
to neglect or damaged caused by adjustments not outlined in CMI’s instructions.
Subject to the requirements of all applicable Australian Acts or legislation and to the extent permitted by law, CMI
accepts no liability (whether expressed or implied) of any nature whatsoever for any loss of earnings, hiring of
replacement equipment, Inaccurate work carried out by the consumer or agent, damage or injury arising as a result of
any fault in the product. It is the consumers responsibility to maintain good working practices and regularly test their
tools for accuracy and serviceability.
Calibration of the product is not covered by warranty subject to the requirement of all applicable Australian Acts or
legislation and to the extent permitted by law, CMI does however offer a free re-calibration service (once within the
period of the warranty) you are liable for the cost to send the product to us then we will recalibrate and return the
product to you free of charge. Note this offer is invalid if the product shows signs of misuse or accidental damage that
has caused it to go out of calibration.
A CMI product returned that fails to fall within the terms and conditions of this warranty will be quoted for repair.