STONEX SPL1 User manual

PIPE LASER
STONEX SPL1
EN Operating Instruction

2EN Imprint
Version:
STONEX SPL 1
063338_26.10.2022
Copyright:
Stonex USA
54 Regional Dr. #1
Concord, N.H. 03301
www.stonexamerica.com
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These operating instructions have been drawn up with due
care. However, STONEX does not accept any liability for
possible errors in these operating instructions and their
consequences. Equally, it does not accept any liability
for direct losses or consequential losses resulting from
improper use of the laser.
The specic national safety regulations and health &
safety provisions as well as the specications in these
operating instructions must be noted and complied with
when using the laser.
All product and brand names used are the property of the
holder and are not explicitly labelled as such.
Contents subject to change without notice.

3EN Contents
1 About these Operating Instructions
1.1 Symbols used in these operating instructions...................................4
2 Safety Information
2.1 Documentation .................................................................................5
2.2 Laser radiation ..................................................................................5
2.3 Power supply safety instructions ......................................................6
2.4 General safety instructions ...............................................................7
2.5 Intended use......................................................................................7
2.6 Transport and storage .......................................................................7
2.7 Repair and service ............................................................................7
2.8 The environment...............................................................................7
2.9 Conformity assessments ...................................................................8
3 Description of the STONEX SPL1
3.1 General product description .............................................................9
3.2 Scope of delivery..............................................................................9
3.3 How it works ....................................................................................9
3.4 Structure of the unit ........................................................................10
3.5 Technical data ................................................................................. 11
4 STONEX SPL1 Initial Startup
4.1 Charging the battery .......................................................................12
5 STONEX SPL1 Controls
5.1 Buttons of the STONEX SPL1 control panel.................................13
5.2 STONEX SPL1 displays ................................................................13
5.3 STONEX SPL1 + RC display and button functions ......................14
5.4 Buttons of the STONEX SPL1 remote control panel ....................15
5.5 Additional displays of the STONEX SPL1 remote control............15
5.6 Additional button functions of the STONEX SPL1 remote control16
6 STONEX SPL1 Startup
6.1 Switching on the STONEX SPL1 pipe laser..................................16
6.2 Aligning the STONEX SPL1 pipe laser .........................................16
7 Adjusting the Tilt
7.1 Adjusting the tilt in automatic mode ..............................................17
7.2 Plumb function ...............................................................................17
7.3 Measuring and accepting the tilt.....................................................18
7.4 Adjusting the laser direction...........................................................18
8 Unit Settings
8.1 Button functions in the unit menu ..................................................19
8.2 Unit menu .......................................................................................20
9 Info Displays and Warnings
9.1 Displays in the control panel display..............................................21
9.2 Acoustic warning signal .................................................................22
9.3 Warnings of the laser beam.............................................................22

4EN
These operating instructions contain all important information for handling
the STONEX SPL1 pipe laser. Operation, maintenance and care of the laser
as well as the warnings and error messages are also described.
• Do not use the STONEX SPL1 pipe laser until you have completely read
and understood these operating instructions.
• Keep these operating instructions together with the STONEX SPL1 pipe
laser at all times.
• In these operating instructions the STONEX SPL1 pipe laser is also re-
ferred to as the “Laser”.
1.1 Symbols used in these operating instructions
Compliance with the safety instructions and warnings is the basic requirement
for safe use of the STONEX SPL1 pipe laser. The various instructions and
warnings are labelled with corresponding symbols.
WARNING!
This pictogram with the word "WARNING!" indicates an imminent danger, which could
result in severe physical injuries if it is not avoided.
fThis arrow indicates the appropriate measure to prevent the imminent danger.
CAUTION!
This pictogram with the word „CAUTION!“ indicates an imminent danger, which could
result in slight or moderate physical injuries or property damage if it is not avoided.
fThis arrow indicates the appropriate measure to prevent the imminent danger.
NOTE
This „Note“ pictogram provides tips, recommendations and important information on
use and handling of the laser.
In addition, the standard symbols are used in the appropriate places in these
operating instructions.
1 About these operating instructions
General Notes

5EN
2 Safety information
Safety instructions
2.1 Documentation
Compliance with the following safety instructions and the specic national safety regu-
lations and health & safety provisions is a basic requirement for trouble-free and safe
use of the laser. Therefore, please read carefully through these operating instructions
and all notes and follow them while working with the laser.
2.2 Laser radiation
The STONEX SPL 1 pipe laser is a Class 3R laser product in accordance with
EN 60825-1:2014.
LASER RADIATION
AVOID DIRECT
EYE EXPOSURE!
LASER CLASS 3R
EN 60825-1:2014
P ≤ 5 mW
λ: 630-680 nm
φ ≤ 1.5 mrad
General safety instructions for handling laser radiation
WARNING!
fLaser radiation can damage the eyes.
fPrevent direct eye exposure to the beam.
fDo not direct the beam at other people/animals or into public areas.
fTo prevent reections, do not point the laser at reective surfaces.
fIf possible, do not operate the laser at eye level.
fThe housing of the laser may be opened by trained service technicians only.
The emitted laser radiation has the following properties:
• Class 3R Power P ≤5mW
• Wavelength λ: 515 nm
• Beam divergence φ ≤ 0,3 mrad
Signage
WARNING!
fWarning signs on the laser are for your safety.
fNever remove the warning signs!
NOTE
For users in Germany:
Please note and follow the regulations of the body responsible for industrial safety and
insurance (Berufsgenossenschaft) BGI 832 on the operation of laser equipment and
BGV B2 on accident prevention. We recommend registering operation of a class 3R
laser with the relevant Berufsgenossenschaft. Information can be found in §5 of BGV
B2 and section 2 - Annex 5 of BGI 832.

6EN
Laser warning Laser exit openings
Type label
2.3 Power supply safety instructions
WARNING!
Destruction! Explosion risk!
fUse charger included in the scope of delivery only.
fUse the charger in dry rooms only.
fNever expose the units to heat or re.
fCheck live components regularly and stop using them if they are damaged.
CAUTION!
Damage!
fIn case of lengthy storage, it may be necessary to charge and discharge the units
several times to reach the maximum output.
fIn case of storage for longer than 3 months, the units must be charged every 3
months.
NOTE
fOperation at ambient temperatures below 0° C leads to lower battery capacity.
Safety instructions

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2.4 General safety instructions
CAUTION!
Damage!
fDo not open the units.
fDo not modify or change the units.
fDo not use the units in case of obvious damage or defects.
fDo not charge the units in a wet environment.
fOnly use accessories that have been explicitly approved by STONEX.
fDo not use the units as a climbing aid for people or machines.
2.5 Intended use
The STONEX SPL1 pipe laser is suitable for measuring tilts and alignments
in pipes and sewers. The unit is submersible (IP68). The unit can be operated
with a radio remote control or alternatively via infrared.
2.6 Transport and storage
The laser is a sensitive, high-precision instrument and must be handled with
appropriate care. Always transport and store the laser and the accessories in
the transportation case. Note the storage temperature given in the technical
data.
NOTE
fNever store the units in the case if the units are wet.
2.7 Repair and service
Repairs may only be carried out by STONEX or an authorised customer ser-
vice agent. Never open the units yourself, doing so cancels the warranty. Send
the units to STONEX for repair or checking. Always send the laser together
with the complete accessories in the original case and with completed repair
form.
2.8 The environment
Product-specic information on disposal of the laser can be downloaded from www.
stonexamerica.com. Batteries and rechargeable batteries are hazardous waste and may
not be placed in the domestic waste. They must be properly disposed of according to the
respective national guidelines
Safety instructions

8EN
FCC note
This unit has been tested and conforms with the limits for a Class A digital
device in accordance with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits should
provide appropriate protection against harmful interference, if the device is
operated in a commercial, industrial or business environment. This device
generates, uses and radiates potentially high-frequency energy, and if it is not
installed and used in accordance with the operating instructions, it can cause
radio disturbance. Operation of this device in residential areas can cause
harmful disturbance and faults. In this case the user must correct the
disturbance and faults at their own cost.
2.9 Conformity assessments
Safety instructions

9EN Operating Instructions
3.2 How it works STONEX SPL1
The STONEX SPL1 pipe laser emits a laser beam, which can be tilted within
a range from -15% to +40%. It can also be swung to the side by +/-10° for
precise alignment of the beam onto a target board. The STONEX SPL1 pipe
laser is equipped with a self-levelling feature and levels out tilted positioning
of the unit within a range of -15% to +40%.
3 Description of the STONEX SPL1
3.1 General product description
The STONEX SPL1 is a fully automatic laser, which has been developed for
use in pipe and sewer constructions. The STONEX SPL1 can be used to sur-
vey or measure and lay pipe systems quickly and easily. The innovative shock
protection system and the robust, water and dust protected housing protect the
laser. The laser can also be monitored and controlled from a distance using
the remote control with integrated display. A Li-ion rechargeable battery in
the laser and the remote control ensures a long operating time.
1 Transportation case
2 Tool
3 STONEX SPL1 pipe laser
4 Remote control
5 Charger
6 Operating Instructions
7 Adapter cable
8 Target board with disc
9 Adjustable feet, dierent
lengths
3.3 Specications

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STONEX SPL1 remote control
1 IR-LED outlet window
2 OLED-Display
3 Control panel with rubber keypad
4 Charging socket with cover
5 Hand loop
3.4 Device components
STONEX SPL1 pipe laser
1 LED for signalling the laser axis of
rotation
2 OLED display
3 Control panel with rubber keypad
4 Handle, rubberised
5 Adjustable feet for pipe (Ø 150mm,
200mm, 250mm, 300mm)
6 Laser
7 Rubber protector
8 Sliding roller (pipe slider)
9 Charging socket with cover
10 5/8” connection thread
11 M8 thread for adjustable foot
(three-point support)

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3.5 Technical spezication Pipe laser
Pipe laser STONEX SPL1
Ref-No. 472210-318
Self-levelling range: -15% ... +40%
Transverse tilt compensation ±5°
Vertical adjustment range -15% ... +40%
Horizontal adjustment range ±10°
Display resolution 0,001%
Levelling accuracy 1, 2 ± 5mm over 100m
Laser type ≤ 5 mW, Laser class 3R, 515 nm
Power supply Li-Ion rechargeable battery:
Capacity approx. 6700 mAh / 7.2V.
Varying voltage charger: 110V ... 230V,
Charging voltage 12V (2A)
Operation duration up to 40 h
Weight 3,5 kg
Dimensions (diameter/length): D=120mm / L=300mm
Working temperature range –20 °C to +50 °C
Charging temperature +5 °C to +40 °C
(recommended +10 °C to +30 °C)
Storage temperature -20 °C to +60 °C
Class of protection: IP 68
3.6 Technical spezication Remote control
Remote control STONEX SPL1
Power supply Li-Ion rechargeable battery:
Capacity approx. 2900 mAh / 3.6V.
Varying voltage charger: 110V ... 230V,
Charging voltage: 12V (0.7A)
Range Wireless: up to 100m
IR: up to 150 m
Operation duration up to 50 h
Weight 0,250 kg
Dimensions (width/length/height): B=80mm / L=145mm / H=38mm
Working temperature range –20 °C to +50 °C
Charging temperature +5 °C to +40 °C
(recommended +10 °C to +30 °C)
Storage temperature -20 °C to +60°C
Class of protection IP 67
NOTE
fUse of the units is only intended up to 2000 m a.s.l.
1at 22°C ambient temperature,
2without transverse tilt of the unit

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1 Remove the rubber cover from the
charging socket.
2 Connect the adapter cable supplied to
connect both units to the charger at the
same time.
3 Connect the cable in the charging socket
of the unit.
4 Connect the charger to the mains sup-
ply.
Note voltage! (110-230 V)
Charging time if battery empty and for
complete charging: 3-4 h.
After charging, always use the rubber
cover (1) to close o the charging socket.
NOTE
fThe units do not charge at temperatures below 5 °C and above 45 °C.
1
3
4
1
3
4
4.1 Charging the battery
4 Initial start up STONEX SPL1
CAUTION!
fThe typical design life of Li-ion cells and thus the EOL is 5 years at 20 °C ambi-
ent temperature or in case of a storage capacity of only 70% or less of the initial
capacity.
fWe recommend having the battery replaced by a service technician after 5 years or if
the residual capacity is 70%.
fDuring charging, the red charging LED
lights up on the control panel.
fThe red LED goes out if the battery is
fully charged.
fThe laser can be operated during charg-
ing
2
3
4
5
11

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5 STONEX SPL1 Controls
5.1 Buttons of the STONEX SPL1 control panel
2
LED-DISPLAY
Tilt adjustment
„Rising gradient“ (+)
DISPLAY
5
BUTTON
Move the laser
beam to the right
4
BUTTON
Laser ON/OFF
8
BUTTON
Tilt input/
Conrmation
10
LED-DISPLAY
Tilt adjustment
„Falling gradient“ (-)
6
BUTTON
SELECTION/
VALUE INPUT
„downwards“
1
BUTTON
SELECTION/
VALUE INPUT
„upwards“
7
BUTTON
Move the laser
beam to the left
9
LED-
DISPLAY
charging
3
LED-DISPLAY
Operating state
1+6
BUTTON
Activate settings
menu
5.2 Display STONEX SPL1
Symbol Description
HORIZONTAL LASER POSITION:
Indicates the current position of the laser beam in relation to the unit‘s
longitudinal axis.
VERTICAL TILT INPUT (symbol ashes during input)
± 00.000 % TILT INDICATOR (%): Displays the entered tilt in %. The green arrow
LED display (2) also lights up in case of rising gradient (+), the red arrow
LED display (10) also lights up in case of falling gradient (-)..
LASER BEAM: Flashing = laser is being aligned.
TILTI LEVEL: The spirit level symbol indicates the current
transverse tilt of the laser.
Battery level
100 % 75% 50% 25% 5%
remaining
operating time
in hours
~40 h ~30 h ~20 h ~10 h ~ 2 h

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5.3 Display and button functions STONEX SPL1 and Remote control
No. Button/Display Description
1Up arrow
Number selection upwards for tilt input or tilt adjustment
upwards in manual mode
2Tilt indicator
Lights up green if a rising gradient (+) is set
3
LED display, operating state
Lights up continuously, if the laser is in operation
Flashes, if the laser has been switched to sleep mode via the
remote control.
4ON/OFF
Switches the unit on and o.
5
Right arrow
Swing the laser beam to the RIGHT or for directly selecting
a decimal place when entering the tilt.
6
Down arrow
Number selection downwards for tilt input or tilt adjustment
downwards in manual mode.
7
Left arrow
Swing the laser beam to the left or for directly selecting a
decimal place when entering the tilt.
8
Tilt input / OK button
Select tilt menu, conrm entered tilt and exit tilt menu or
OK button to conrm other settings.
9
LED display, battery charging
Lights up during charging and goes out if the
battery is fully charged.
10 Tilt indicator
Lights up red if a falling gradient (-) is set.
1
+
6
Settings
Press the two buttons at the same time to switch the laser to
the “Unit settings” menu.

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5.4 Buttons of th STONEX SPL1 remote control panel
2
LED-DISPLAY
Tilt adjustment
„Rising gradient“ (+)
DISPLAY
5
BUTTON
Move laser beam
to the right
12
BUTTON
RC: ON/OFF
LASER: Sleep mode
8
BUTTON
Tilt input /
Conrmation
10
LED-DISPLAY
Tilt adjustment
„Falling gradient“ (-)
7
BUTTON
Move laser beam
to the left
9
LED-DISPLAY
RC: Charging
3
LED-DISPLAY
RC: Operating state
11
BUTTON
LASER: Manual mode/
RC: Button lock
5.5 Additinal displays of the STONEX SPL1 remote control
Symbol Description
MANUAL: Laser is in manual mode.
RADIO CONNECTION active
Button lock of the remote control activated
Battery level,
remote control
remaining
operating time
in hours
~ 50 h ~ 38 h ~ 25 h ~ 13 h ~ 2 h
INFRARED CONNECTION active:Radio connection not
possible. Setting of the horizontal, or in manual mode the hori-
zontal and vertical, laser position only is possible.
1
BUTTON
SELECTION / VALUE INPUT
„upwards“
6
BUTTON
SELECTION / VALUE INPUT
„downwards“
1+6
BUTTONs
Activate settings
menu

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5.6 Additional button functions of the STONEX SPL1 remote control
No. Button Description
8
BUTTON Tilt input / OK
The same function as for STONEX SPL1 (for functions,
see table on page 15)
11
Manual mode
Activate / deactivate manual mode. Laser beam can be set and
adjusted using the UP/DOWN/RIGHT/LEFT arrow buttons.
11
Keypad lock
Press the button for approx. 3 sec. to activate / deactivate the
keypad lock.
12
Sleep mode
Press the button for approx. 3 sec. to activate / deactivate
laser sleep mode.
6 Startup
Press the ON/OFF button (4) to switch on the laser.
The following displays appear consecutively:
NOTE
The laser‘s display indicates possible problems, which result due to setting up of the
unit → see Error Messages / Displays chapter!
-> ->
Company logo Sand timer, unit
references itself Display ready
6.1 Switching on the STONEX SPL1 Pipe laser
6.2 Aligning the STONEX SPL1 Pipe laser
The laser shows a tilt level in the bottom area of the display.
Position the laser so that the tilt level is aligned with the middle.

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7 Adjusting the Tilt
7.1 Adjusting the tilt in automatic mode
Button Description
Press the TILT/OK button to change the tilt.
The angle symbol and the sign ash.
Use the UP/DOWN arrow buttons to change the sign
or to set the required numerical value within the
range from 1 to 9.
The numerical value selected can be reset to “0” by
pressing the two buttons at the same time.
Use the RIGHT/LEFT arrow buttons to switch
between the individual decimal places.
The tilt value can be reset to „00.000” by pressing the
two buttons at the same time.
To conrm the set value, press the TILT/OK button.
7.2 Plumb function
The STONEX SPL1 remote control can be used to manually adjust the laser
beam vertically. This function can be used to align the laser beam with a
target mark above the pipe. After exiting the plumb function the laser beam
returns to the previously set tilt!
Button Description
To change the tilt manually, press the MANUAL but-
ton. A hand symbol appears in the display and the tilt
value ashes.
The UP/DOWN arrow buttons can now be used to
set or adjust the tilt value. To do this, either press the
respective button briey or keep it pressed.
Press the MANUAL button again to return to the
previously set tilt value. The laser resets the previous
value, manual mode is ended.

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Adjust the laser beam
Button/ Symbol Description
Use the RIGHT/LEFT arrow buttons
to swing the laser beam to the side. To
do so, press the button briey or keep it
pressed.
The top part of the display shows the
laser beam‘s current position.
Reset the laser beam
Button / Symbol Description
The laser beam can be reset to the
middle by pressing the RIGHT/LEFT
arrow buttons at the same time.
The display shows two arrows pointed
towards each other in the top area, if the
laser beam is aligned with the middle.
The laser beam of the STONEX SPL1 can be aligned horizontally with the
unit‘s longitudinal axis within a range of +/- 10°.
7.3 Measuring and accepting the tilt
NOTE
The display on the remote control is laterally reversed! A setting via the remote control
is usually made on the opposite side of the laser, with the view of the target plate and
the outlet of the laser beam.
7.4 Adjusting the laser direction
Button Description
To change the tilt manually, press the MANUAL but-
ton. A hand symbol appears in the display and the tilt
value ashes.
The UP/DOWN arrow buttons can now be used to
set or adjust the tilt value. To do this, either press the
respective button briey or keep it pressed.
To save the set value, press the TILT/OK button and
keep it pressed for approx. 3 sec. The value is saved,
if the tilt value in the display no longer ashes or an
acoustic signal sounds in IR mode and the laser beam
stops ashing. Manual mode is ended.
The STONEX SPL1 remote control can be used to manually align the laser beam
vertically with the target plate and the tilt value can be accepted.

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The STONEX SPL1 pipe laser provides a unit setting mode with which the
laser can be adjusted individually to the needs of the user. The settings can
either be selected directly at the laser or using the remote control.
CAUTION!
Incorrect entries in this area can result in malfunctioning of the unit and incorrect
measurements!
8 Unit settings
Button Description
Press the UP and DOWN buttons at the same time
to switch to the unit settings mode.
Use the RIGHT/LEFT arrow buttons to switch
between the individual menu items.
Use the DOWN arrow button to select the
required menu.
Use the UP arrow button to exit the selected menu.
Press the OK button to activate a function or
to save a setting.
Press the UP and DOWN buttons at the same time
to exit the settings mode.
Alternatively, the mode can also be ended by
pressing the ON/OFF button
8.1 Button function in the unit menu

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8.2 Unit menu
Symbol Description
Vibration sensitivity
The threshold of the vibration sensitivity can be switched
between OFF, COARSE and FINE. By default, the
COARSE threshold is set.
The function is active 60 seconds after the laser has
levelled itself horizontally. Depending on the setting, a
movement of the laser then triggers a warning.
OFF
The laser read-
justs automatical-
ly during a vibra-
tion. A vibration
does not trigger a
warning.
COARSE
The Laser
switches o in
case of strong
vibrations. The
warning then
appears on the
display:
FINE
The laser
switches o
with even if the
vibration is light.
The warning then
appears on the
display:
Referencing
In case of particularly high accuracy requirements, ad-
ditional referencing can be started manually. Additional
referencing can also improve the accuracy in case of
large temperature changes (e.g. after acclimatising the
unit). The unit checks the precise 0% reference.
Info
The software version, the serial number, the service date,
remaining time until the next service and the remaining
battery capacity can be called up via the info menu.
Service
This menu is only accessible to
authorised service technicians.