Stanley TLM 130i User manual

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1Symbols
1.1 Warning notices
The warning notices differ from one another con-
cerning the type of danger through the following
signs:
ÎCaution warns against damage to property.
ÎWarning warns against bodily harm.
ÎDanger warns against danger to life.
Composition of the warning notices
1.2 Other symbols
Notes
Hinweis: Notes on appropriate handling of laser
measuring devices.
Operating instructions
Composition of the operating instructions:
ÂGuidance to an operation.
Indication of an outcome, if necessary.
Schedules
Composition of the non numbered schedules:
ÎSchedule level 1
ÎSchedule level 2
Composition of the numbered schedules:
1. Schedule level 1
2. Schedule level 1
2.1 Schedule level 2
2.2 Schedule level 2
2 Safety and dangers
ÂMake sure that the device is not used without
instructions.
ÂMake sure that the device is used exclusively
according to the instructions.
ÂMake sure that the safety settings are not
disabled.
ÂMake sure that indication labels and caution
labels are not removed.
ÂDo not open the device with tools (screwdri-
ver etc.).
ÂMake sure that the device is not converted or
modified.
ÂAvoid using accessories of other producers
that are not recommended by Stanley.
ÂMake sure that the device is not used care-
lessly:
Îwhen working on scaffolds
Îwhen climbing ladders
Îwhen measuring near running machines
Îwhen measuring on open machine parts or
installations
ÂAvoid aiming directly at the sun.
ÂAvoid blinding other persons intentionally
(also in darkness).
ÂMake sure that the measuring position is
secured sufficiently.
(e.g. in streets, on construction sites, etc.)
ÂMake sure that the device is in proper and
flawless condition.
ÂDo not use a defective device.
3 Correct ways of employ-
ment
Îmeasuring of distances
Îcalculation of functions
e.g. areas and volumes
ÎUse the device exclusively in an atmosphere
that is permanently inhabitable by humans.
4 Foreseeable misuse
ÂDo not use the device as a laser pointer.
ÂDo not use the device in explosive or aggres-
sive environments.
Signal words
Type and source of the danger!
ÂMeasure to avoid the danger.
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5 Areas of responsibility
5.1 Area of responsibility of the
manufacturer of the original
equipment
The Stanley Works, New Britain, CT 06053 (here-
after Stanley):
ÎStanley is responsible for the safety-related
flawless delivery of the device, including the
operating instructions.
ÎStanley is not responsible for accessories pro-
duced by other manufacturers.
5.2 Area of responsibility of the ope-
rator
The operator is obliged to observe the following:
ÎHe understands the protection information on
the device and the operating instruction.
ÎHe is familiar with the customary in-house
accident control directives.
6 Overview
6.1 Keys
See drawing A:
1. laser emitter
2. receiver lens
3. display
4. on/measure
5. clear/off
6. add/subtract/unit
7. area/room volume/pythagoras/
measuring plane
6.2 Display
See drawing D:
8. measuring plane
9. area/room volume/pythagoras
10. battery symbol
11. second row
12. fractions/exponents
13. units
14. summary row
15. addition/subtraction
7 Initial operation
Insert the batteries
See drawing E:
ÂTo ensure a reliable use, use exclusively
alkaline batteries.
ÂRemove battery compartment cover.
ÂInsert alkaline batteries (2 x AAA) pay atten-
tion to the correct polarity.
ÂClose the battery compartment cover.
Changing the batteries
ÂChange the batteries when the battery symbol
is flashing permanently.
8 How to use
8.1 Measuring conditions
The quality of the measurement depends on the
surfaces to which you are measuring.
Measurement errors
Caution
Damage to property due to repairing!
ÂIn case of malfunctions, contact the dealer.
Caution
Damage to property due to use of wrong
measuring results!
ÂAvoid measuring errors due to unexpected events
during distance measuring.
ÂPerform a control measurement.
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Measuring errors are possible in case of:
Îcolourless fluids (e.g. water)
Îclean, translucent glass
Îstyrofoam or similar semi-translucent surfaces
Îstrongly reflecting targets that deflect the
laserbeam
Îmeasurements aimed at moving objects
Causes:
ÎStrongly reflecting targets deflect the laser
beam and cause measuring errors.
ÎNon-reflecting, dark surfaces increase the
measuring time.
For constantly high-quality measurements
ÂPerform control measurements periodically.
ÂPerform control measurements before and
after important measurements.
8.2 Switching on/off
ÂSwitch on the device by pressing key 4briefly.
The device shows the battery symbol until ano-
ther key is pressed.
ÂSwitch off the device by holding key 5for
several seconds.
If no key is pressed for 180 seconds, the device
switches off automatically.
8.3 Clear key
ÂUndo the most recent action by pressing key 5
briefly.
8.4 Adjusting the measuring
plane
See drawing F:
Rear measuring plane is the standard setting.
ÂFor measurement from front edge, press key 7
for several seconds.
ÂFor measurement from rear edge, press key 7
for several seconds again.
8.5 Unit setting
Metric system is the standard setting.
ÂTo change the unit, hold key 6for several
seconds.
With every keypress, the device switches to the
next unit.
Possible units:
Îfeet inch fractional
Îsummary row up to 1/16 inch
Îsecond row up to 1/8 inch
Îinch fractional
Îsummary row up to 1/16 inch
Îsecond row up to 1/8 inch
Îmeters with mm display
9 Measuring
9.1 Measuring single distances
ÂPress key 4briefly.
ÂAim active laser at target area.
ÂPress key 4briefly.
The device measures the distance.
The device displays the result immediately.
9.2 Continuous measuring
This function enables distances to be staked out.
ÂHold key 4for several seconds.
Continuous measuring starts.
ÂPress key 4briefly.
Continuous measuring stops.
The value last measured appears in the summary
row.
10 Functions
10.1 Add/Subtract
Add:
ÂMeasure the first distance.
ÂPress key 6once.
The device adds the second measuring result
to the first measuring result.
ÂMeasure the second distance.
Subtract:
ÂMeasure the first distance.
ÂPress key 6twice.
The device subtracts the second measurement
result from the first measurement result.
ÂMeasure the second distance.
Repeat if required. The device displays the result
in the summary row and the previous value in the
second row.
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10.2 Area
ÂPress key 7once.
The area symbol appears on the display.
ÂPress key 4and measure the first distance.
(e.g. length).
ÂPress key 4and measure the second distance.
(e.g. width).
The device displays the result in the summary row
and the respective measured distance to the next
measurement in the second row.
10.3 Room volume
ÂPress key 7twice.
The volume symbol appears on the display.
ÂPress key 4and measure the first distance
(e.g. length).
ÂPress key 4and measure the second distance
(e.g. width).
ÂPress key 4and measure the third distance
(e.g. height).
The device displays the result in the summary row
and the respective measured distance to the next
measurement in the second row.
10.4 Pythagoras
ÂPress key 7three times.
The Pythagoras symbol appears on the dis-
play.
ÂPress key 4and measure the first distance
(diagonal measurement).
ÂPress key 4and measure the second distance
(horizontal measurement).
The device displays the result in the summary row
and the respective measured distance to the next
measurement in the second row.
11 Troubleshooting
ÂIf the message Error does not disappear after
switching on the device repeatedly, please
contact the dealer.
ÂIf the message InFo appears with a number,
observe the instructions in the following table.
12 Technical data
No. Cause Correction
204 Calculation error Perform measurement
again.
252 Temperature too high Let the device cool
down.
253 Temperature too low Warm the device up.
255 Reception signal too
weak, measuring time
too long
Change target surface
(e.g. white paper).
256 Input signal too high Change target surface
(e.g. white paper).
257 Measuring error, too
much background light
Shadow the target
area.
258 Measurement outside
of the measuring range
Mind the range.
260 Laser beam interrupted Repeat the measure-
ment.
Range 0.1 m to 30 m
0.33 ft to 98 ft
Measuring accuracy (2 σ) typ.: ± 2.0 mm*
± 0.12 in*
Smallest unit displayed 1 mm
1/16 in
Laser class 2
Laser type 635 nm, < 1 mW
Automatic switch-off after 180 s
Continuous measuring yes
Addition/Subtraction yes
Dimension (H x D x W) 119 x 64 x 28 mm
4.67 x 2.52 x 1.10 in
Battery durability
(2 x AAA)
up to 3000 measure-
ments
Weight 100 g
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* under favourable conditions (good target sur-
face, room temperature) up to 10 m (33 ft).
Under unfavourable conditions such as bright
sunlight, a very weakly reflecting target surface or
large temperature fluctuations, the error can
increase to ± 0.25 mm/m (± 0.003 in/ft) for dis-
tances over 10 m (33 ft).
12.1 Electromagnetic compatibil-
ity (EMC)
Despite the compliance with all requirements of
the corresponding directives and norms, a distur-
bance of other devices is possible.
12.2 Laser classification
The Stanley TLM generates a visible laser beam
that is emitted on the front of the device.
The device complies with laser class 2 according
to:
ÎIEC60825-1: 2007 Safety of laser products
Laser class 2 products
Do not look into the laser beam and do not
unnecessarily aim at other persons . The eye is
usually protected by preventive reactions such as
the eyelid closure reflex.
Labels
Position of the type label see drawing C
13 Care
ÂClean the device with a damp, soft cloth.
ÂNever immerse the device in water.
ÂNever use aggressive cleaning agents or sol-
vents.
14 Warranty
The Stanley TLM has a two-year warranty.
For further information on this, contact your
dealer.
Subject to change (drawings, descriptions and
technical data).
Temperature range:
- Storage
- Operation
-25 °C to 70 °C
-13 °F to 158 °F
0 °C to 40 °C
32 °F to 104 °F
Warning
Possible disturbance of other devices
(e.g. safety equipment, medical equipment)
due to electromagnetic radiation!
ÂObserve the safety instructions of the respective
devices.
Warning
Bodily harm due to laser beam!
ÂDo not look directly into the laser beam.
ÂDo not look directliy into the laser beam with
optical appliances (such as binoculars, teles-
copes).
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15 Disposal
For disposal, observe the following:
ÂDo not put the appliance and the batteries
into the household waste.
ÂDispose of the device and the batteries
appropriately.
Caution
Damage to property due to inappropriate dis-
posal!
ÂDispose of the device and the batteries according
to the national, country-specific disposal direc-
tives.
ÂProtect the device and the batteries from access
of unauthorised persons.
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