Topcon RL-H3CL User manual

Thank you for purchasing the TOPCON RL-H3CL Rotating Laser.
The RL-H3CL instrument has many unique features. For basic operation, rough level the instrument and press power switch. It
will self-level, then emit a rotating laser beam.
For superior product performance, please read these instructions carefully and keep them in a convenient place for future ref-
erence.
GENERAL HANDLING PRECAUTIONS
Before starting work or operation, be sure to check that the instrument is functioning correctly with normal performance.
When storing the instrument for long period, remove the batteries.
Always make sure instrument is dry before putting it in the carrying case. Never store a damp instrument.
DISPLAY FOR SAFE USE
In order to ensure the safe use of this product, prevent any danger to the operator or others, or damage to property, impor-
tant warnings are placed on the product and inserted in the instruction manual. We recommend that you become familiar
with the meaning of these Warnings and Cautions before continuing.
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
ROTATING LASER RL-H3CL
•Injury refers to hurt, burn, electric shock, etc.
•Physical damage refers to extensive damage to equipment and structure or furnishings.
Display Meaning
WARNING
Ignoring or disregard of this display may lead
to the danger of death or serious injury.
CAUTION
Ignoring or disregard of this display may lead
to personal injury or physical damage.
CAUTION
•Use of controls or adjustment or performance of procedures other than those spec-
ified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure.
•Do not stand or sit on the carrying cases.
It could overturn, causing injury.
•Do not use a damaged instrument case.
It could accidentally open causing damage to the instrument or injury to people.
•Do not place yourself or a reflecting object in the path of the laser beam. If using the
laser outside, avoid positioning it anywhere near eye level to avoid any possibility of
it striking someone in the eye. If this should happen, visibility could be temporarily
impaired, causing disorientation and possible accidental injury.
• Please note that the tips of tripod can be hazardous, be aware of this when setting
up or carrying the tripod.
•Do not allow skin or clothing to come into contact with acid from the batteries, if this
does occur then wash off with copious amounts of water and seek medical advice.
• Do not place instrument on unstable platform, surface or tripod.
If using tripod, make sure instrument is securely attached.
• Risk of injury by falling down a tripod and an instrument.
Always check that the screws of tripod are tightened.
Exceptions from Responsibility
1The user of this product is expected to follow all operating instructions and make periodic checks of the product’s performance.
2The manufacturer, or its representatives, assumes no responsibility for results of a faulty or intentional usage or misuse including any direct, indirect, conse-
quential damage, and loss of profits.
3The manufacturer, or its representatives, assumes no responsibility for consequential damage, and loss of profits by any disaster, (an earthquake, storms,
floods etc.), fire, accident, or an act of a third party and/or a usage in other than usual conditions.
4The manufacturer, or its representatives, assumes no responsibility for any damage, and loss of profits due to a change of data, loss of data, an interruption
of business etc., caused by using the product or an unusable product.
5The manufacturer, or its representatives, assumes no responsibility for any damage, and loss of profits caused by usage other than explained in the user
manual.
6The manufacturer, or its representatives, assumes no responsibility for damage caused by wrong movement, or action due to connecting with other prod-
ucts.
STANDARD PACKAGE COMPONENTS
Upon opening, make sure that all the followings are included.
1 RL-H3CL Instrument . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1set
2 LS-70B/70C* Laser Sensor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1set
3 Size "C" dry batteries (R14PU) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4pc.
49volt dry battery (6F22/S-006P) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1pc.
5 Carrying case . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1pc.
6 Instruction manual. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1vol.
7 Model-6 Laser Sensor Holder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1pc.
* LS-70B is included for some markets instead of LS-70C.
Detect the on-grade position “---” by moving the Laser Sensor
up and down. Directional arrows and audio signals assist in
locating the on-grade position as the laser strikes the beam
receiving window. (Top of Laser Sensor is 40mm (1 9/16")
from on-grade index for offset marking.)
LS-70B:The indicators are located on front and back sides of the
instrument.
LS-70C:The indicator is located only on front side.
Indicator
On-Grade precision switch
Two on-grade precision options are available, normal preci-
sion and high precision. By pressing this switch, the preci-
sion options are switched alternately. Confirm the precision
choice by the indicator. (Normal precision is the default set-
ting each time the sensor is turned on. See LS-70B/70C
Indicator diagram below.)
The power switch turns ON or OFF by pressing. If the power
switch is turned ON, all signs will be displayed on the indica-
tor for a second with a beep sound.
Volume of the sensor buzzer can be alternately switched to
LOW/LOUD/OFF by pressing the switch.
Auto shut off function
The power will be turned off automatically if no laser beam
is detected for approximately 30 minutes. (To turn on the
laser sensor, press the power switch again.)
Power switch
Buzzer speaker
Buzzer sound switch
Beam receiving window
On-Grade
Index
LS-70B/70C
(Laser Sensor)
RL-H3CL
Tu rn the beam receiving window side
towards RL-H3CL to detect the laser beam.
Protective glass
Rotary head
Laser beam emits from here.
Handle
Battery door
Battery door knob
Power switch
Tu rn the instrument ON or OFF.
Laser Safety
This product uses a visible laser beam, and is manufactured and sold in accordance with “Performance Standards for Light-
Emitting Products” (FDA/BRH 21 CFR 1040) or “Radiation Safety of Laser Products, Equipment Classification, Requirements
and User’s Guide” (IEC Publication 60825-1) provided on the safety standards for laser products.
As per the said standard, this product is classified as a “Class ll Laser Product” or “Class 2 Laser Product”.
This is a simple product to operate and does not require training from a laser safety officer.
In case of any failure, do not disassemble the instrument. Contact TOPCON or your TOPCON dealer.
Beam aperture
NOMENCLATURE AND FUNCTIONS
Battery power (Red LED)
Blinking:
The power is low, but laser is still usable. (Blinking
continues for one minute.)
On Solid:
Dead batteries. Replace the batteries with new
ones. (The lamp is solid for five minutes, then turned
off automatically.)
Auto leveling (Green LED)
Blinking quickly:
Auto leveling is in process.
Blinking slowly:
Auto leveling is almost complete.
On Solid:
Auto leveling is complete.
Manual mode ON switch
ON:Push twice continuously.
OFF:Push once.
Height alert OFF switch
OFF:Push twice continuously.
ON:Push once.
Height alert OFF (Red LED)
Height alert does not function.
Manual mode ON (Red LED)
Auto leveling does not function.
Label
SAFETY CAUTIONS
WARNING
¥ There is a risk of fire, electric shock or physical harm if you attempt to disassemble or
repair the instrument yourself.
This is only to be carried out by TOPCON or an authorized dealer, only !
¥ May ignite explosively.
Never use an instrument near flammable gas, liquid matter, and do not use in a coal mine.
¥ Cause eye injury or blindness.
Do not stare into beam.
¥ Risk of fire or electric shock.
Do not use a wet battery.
¥ Battery can cause explosion or injury.
Do not dispose in fire or heat.
¥The short circuit of a battery can cause a fire.
Do not short circuit battery when storing it.
CLASSII LASER PRODUCTDIODE LASER
WAVE LENGTH 630-685nm
1mW MAXIMUM OUTPUT
CAUTION
LASER RADIATION
DO NOT STARE INTO BEAM
CLASS2 LASER PRODUCT
DO NOT STARE INTO BEAM
LASER RADIATION
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HOW TO OPERATE
•Set the instrument to the tripod or smooth surface.
•Make sure instrument is roughly level (±3°).
•Press power switch (ON).
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•Press power switch on laser sensor (ON).
•Select the precision mode by pressing the On-
Grade precision switch.
•Locate the on-grade position “---” by moving the
laser sensor up and down.
•Mark the position of On-Grade index.
(Top of the Laser Sensor is 40mm [1 9/16"]
from index for offset marking.)
LS-70B/70C Indicator
High precision mode
Normal precision mode
Battery remaining display
Below grade indicator
Move the sensor up.
Audio signal:Lower pitch, slower frequency
On-Grade position
Audio signal:Continuous beep sound
Above grade indicator
Move the sensor down.
Audio signal:High pitch, frequent beep
Clamp Knob
Laser Sensor Holder
Laser Sensor
Using Laser Sensor On Rod
EXAMPLES OF TYPICAL USE
Note
In manual mode
•Auto-leveling function is not active.
•Height alert function is not active.
Height alert function
(Safety lock system)
When auto-leveling and height
alert function are active, after the
laser beam emits for one minute,
this function prevents the instru-
ment from operating if it is dis-
turbed. This insures accurate
control. If the unit is disturbed, all
lamps will blink except battery
power lamp. The elevation (height
of instrument) should be verified
and re-established if necessary.
This function is not active in the
manual mode.
When using the Laser
Sensor with other
select Topcon lasers,
these symbols alert
user if laser batteries
are low or if laser has
been disturbed.
These symbols are
not active when used
with RL-H3CL.
(1 9/16")
Level Vial

CHECKS AND ADJUSTMENTS
Checking and adjusting calibration
Checking cone error Error Code
STORAGE PRECAUTIONS
1Remove the battery cover by turning battery cover knob to “OPEN” side.
2Remove the batteries by pulling out the slide plate.
3Install the new batteries referring to the illustration on the battery
cover.*1, *2, *3
4Install the battery cover. By using a coin, tighten the battery cover knob
to “CLOSE” side until the knob does not turn.*4
*1 Replace all 4 batteries with new ones at the same time. Do not mix used and new batteries,
and do not mix different types of batteries together.
*2 Use alkaline dry cells. (Dry cells for movement confirmation are packed in shipment.)
Nickel hydrogen dry cells and nickel cadmium dry cells can be used too, but the operating time
is different from the time of alkaline dry cells.
*3 Generally, performances of dry cell deteriorate temporarily in low temperature, but recover in
normal temperature.
*4 It is important to use a coin or other tool to make sure cover is firmly closed to seal out water.
Slide plate
RL-H3CL
1Press the lid in the direction of the arrow to lift.
2Remove the battery and replace with a new 9v alkaline
battery.
3Press the lid down and click to close.
Laser Sensor
1
Horizontal calibration of the laser beam can be checked by
the user.
[Checking]
1Set up a tripod approx. 50m (160ft) from a wall. Mount the instrument
on the tripod, facing the X1 side toward the wall.
2Tu rn the instrument on and allow auto-leveling to complete.
3Put the laser sensor in fine detection mode by pressing the On-Grade
precision switch.
4By using the laser sensor, mark the center position of laser beam on
the wall. (X1)
5Tu rn off the instrument.
Loosen the tripod screw, rotate the instrument 180 degrees and re-
secure it on the tripod. The X2 side of the instrument faces toward the
wall.
When rotating the instrument, avoid changing the height.
6Tu rn the unit on again and allow auto-leveling to complete.
7By using the laser sensor, mark the center position of laser beam on
the wall. (X2)
8If the difference value of marked two laser beam heights (difference
value of X1 and X2) are less than 5mm, adjustments are not needed.
The difference value is greater than 5mm, adjust the instrument as
described in right. *
9Check the X1 (handle) side as the same way.
X1
X2
[To calibrate the X axis ]
1Face the X1 side of the instrument (panel side) toward a wall, press the Power
switch while pressing the height alert OFF switch.
Then the height alert OFF lamp will light, and manual mode ON lamp will blink.
2Press the height alert OFF switch to calibrate the X axis. The manual mode
ON lamp will light. When auto-leveling finishes, the laser beam will emit.
3Using the laser sensor, mark the on-grade height of laser beam on a wall.
4Rotate the instrument 180 degrees to face X2 side toward a wall.
5In the same way as step 3, mark the on-grade height of laser beam on a wall.
6By pressing the manual mode ON switch (laser beam moves up), or Power
switch (laser beam moves down), adjust the on-grade height of the beam until
it is precisely centered between the marks made in steps 3and 5 .
7Press the height alert OFF switch to memorize the new laser beam calibration.
The height alert OFF lamp will blink. Power will shut off automatically when the
calibration memorization is complete.
[To calibrate the Y axis ]
1Face the Y1 side of the instrument (handle side) toward a wall, press the
Power switch while pressing the height alert OFF switch.
Then the height alert OFF lamp will light, and manual mode ON lamp will blink.
2Press the Power switch again. The auto leveling lamp will light.
3Press the height alert OFF switch to calibrate the Y axis. The auto leveling
lamp will light.
4Using the laser sensor, mark the on-grade height of laser beam on a wall.
5Rotate the instrument 180 degrees to face Y2 side toward a wall.
6In the same way as step 4, mark the on-grade height of laser beam on a wall.
7By pressing the manual mode ON switch (laser beam moves up), or Power
switch (laser beam moves down), adjust the on-grade height of the beam until
it is precisely centered between the marks made in steps 4and 6.
8Press the height alert OFF switch to memorize the new laser beam calibration.
The height alert OFF lamp will blink. Power will shut off automatically when the
calibration memorization is complete.
*If the difference value is greater than 60mm (2 3/8 inches),
contact your Topcon dealer.
laser sensor
Wall
Approx. 50m
X1 Laser beam
Laser point of X1
Approx. 50m
X1
X2
X1
To discontinue calibration the instrument, press the Power switch
while pressing the height alert OFF switch.
Y1
Y2
[Checking]
1Set up the laser centered between two walls approximately 40m (131ft) apart. Orient the instrument
so one axis, either X or Y, is facing the walls.
2Locate and mark the position of the rotating laser beam on both walls using the laser sensor.
3Tu rn off the instrument and move the instrument closer to wall A (1m to 2m /3 ft to 6 ft).
Do not change the axis orientation of the instrument. Turn the instrument on.
4Again locate and mark the position of the rotating laser beam on both walls using the laser sensor.
5Measure the distance between the first and second marks on each wall.
If the difference between each set of marks is less than 4mm (5/32 of an inch), no error exists.
Perform the following check after completing horizontal calibration procedure.
Cone error
Datum position
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Lamp Indication Error Code Corrective Action
Lamp B, C and D blink in turn Auto-leveling range
error
Correct tilt of the instrument until it less
than 3 degrees.
Lamp A lights Battery power error Replace all 4 batteries with new ones at
the same time.
Lamp B, C and D blink simulta-
neously
Height alert error Turn power off, rough level the instru-
ment, then turn power on again. Check
height of laser beam as it may have
changed.
Lamp D blinks quickly Calibration error Repeat calibration procedure. If error
repeats contact your local Topcon deal-
er.
Lamp A, B, C and D blink si-
multaneously
Internal error Turn power off, then on again. If error
repeats contact your local Topcon deal-
er.
POWER
ON
MANU
OFF
A
B
D
C
Use the table below to determine opera-
tion errors indicated by blinking lamps
on the control panel. If corrective action
listed does not correct error, please con-
tact your local Topcon dealer.
LS-70B/70C
Beam detection window : 50mm (2.0 in)
Beam detection precision : High precision : ±1mm(±0.04 in)
: Normal precision : ±2mm(±0.08 in)
Beam detection
indication : Liquid crystal and buzzer
Power source : DC 9V alkaline (dry) battery
Operating time : Approx. 80 hours at +20°C (+68°F)
(Using alkaline manganese dry batteries)
Auto shut-off delay : Approx. 30 minutes without beam detection.
Operating temperature : -20°C~+50°C (-4°F~+122°F)
Dimensions : 165(L)x78(W)x26(H)mm
(6.5x3.0x1.0 in)
Weight : 0.25 kg [0.55 lbs] (With dry batteries)
SPECIFICATIONS
RL-H3CL
Accuracy : ±2.4mm/50m (±10 ”)
Automatic
correction range : ±3°
Beam detecting range : Approx. 2m~500m diameter
(6ft~1640ft)
Rotational speeds : 600r.p.m
Laser source : Laser diode (Visible, Red)
Laser power output : 0.9mW (Max.)
Laser class : Class 2 laser product
Power supply : Four C size alkaline
manganese dry batteries
Operating time : Approx. 60 hours at +20°C (+68°F)
Protection against
water and dust : IP56
(Based on the standard IEC60529)
Operating temperature : -20°C~+50°C (-4°F~+122°F)
Dimensions : 167(L)x182(W)x189(H)mm
(6.5x7.1x7.4 in)
Weight : 1.9kg[4.1lbs] (With dry batteries)
BATTERY REPLACEMENT
Always clean the instrument after use.
Use a clean cloth moistened with neutral detergent or water.
Never use an abrasive cleaner, ether, thinner benzene, or other solvents.
Always make sure the instrument is completely dry before storing. Dry any moisture with
a soft, clean cloth.
X2 Laser beam
Wall A Wall B
Wall A Wall B
Approx. 40m
*If the difference value is greater than 4mm(5/32 inch), contact your Topcon dealer.
When calibration is memorizing, if the height alert lamp continues to
blink quickly and power does not shut-off automatically, please con-
tact your local Topcon dealer.
TOPCON CORPORATION
75-1 Hasunuma-cho, Itabashi-ku, Tokyo 174-8580, Japan
Phone: [phone] Fax: [phone] www.topcon.co.jp
TOPCON POSITIONING SYSTEMS, INC.
5758 West Las Positas Blvd., Pleasanton, CA 94588, U.S.A.
Phone: [phone] Fax: [phone] www.topcon.com
TOPCON CALIFORNIA
3380 Industrial Blvd, Suite 105, West Sacramento, CA 95691, U.S.A.
Phone: [phone] Fax: [phone]
TOPCON EUROPE B.V.
Essebaan 11, 2908 LJ Capelle a/d IJssel, The Netherlands.
Phone: [phone] Fax: [phone] www.topconeurope.com
TOPCON DEUTSCHLAND G.m.b.H.
Giesserallee 31, 47877 Willich, GERMANY
Phone: [phone] Fax: [phone] [email protected]
www.topcon.de
TOPCON S.A.R.L.
89, Rue de Paris, 92585 Clichy, Cedex, France.
Phone: [phone] Fax: [phone] [email protected]
TOPCON ESPAÑA S.A.
Frederic Mompou 5, ED. Euro 3, 08960, Sant Just Desvern, Barcelona, Spain.
Phone: [phone] Fax: [phone] www.topconesp.com
TOPCON SCANDINAVIA A. B.
Neongatan 2 S-43151 Mölndal, SWEDEN
Phone: [phone] Fax: [phone]
TOPCON (GREATBRITAIN) LTD.
Topcon House Kennet Side, Bone Lane, Newbury, Berkshire RG14 5PX U.K.
Phone: [phone] Fax: [phone]
[email protected] [email protected]
TOPCON SOUTH ASIA PTE. LTD.
Blk 192 Pandan Loop, #07-01 Pantech Industrial Complex, Singapore 128381
Phone: [phone] Fax: [phone] www.topcon.com.sg
TOPCON AUSTRALIA PTY. LTD.
Unit 18, 4 Avenue of Americas Newington NSW 2127, Australia
Phone: [phone] Fax: [phone] www.topcon.com.au
TOPCON INSTRUMENTS (THAILAND) CO., LTD.
77/162 Sinn Sathorn Tower, 37th Fl.,
Krungdhonburi Rd., Klongtonsai, Klongsarn, Bangkok 10600 Thailand.
Phone: [phone]~7 Fax: [phone]
TOPCON INSTRUMENTS (MALAYSIA) SDN. BHD.
Excella Business Park Block C, Ground & 1st Floor, Jalan Ampang Putra,
Taman Ampang Hilir, 55100 Kuala Lumpur, MALAYSIA
Phone: [phone] Fax: [phone]
TOPCON KOREA CORPORATION
2F Yooseoung Bldg., 1595-3, Seocho-Dong, Seocho-gu, Seoul, 137-876, Korea.
Phone: 82-2-2055-0321 Fax: 82-2-2055-0319 www.topcon.co.kr
TOPCON OPTICAL (H.K.) LIMITED
2/F., Meeco Industrial Bldg., No. 53-55 Au Pui Wan Street, Fo Tan Road,
Shatin, N.T., Hong Kong
Phone: [phone] Fax: [phone] www.topcon.com.hk
TOPCON CORPORATION BEIJING OFFICE
Room 8A Poly Plaza Building, 14 Dongzhimen Nandajie,
Dongcheng District, Beijing, 100027, China
Phone: [phone]~2 Fax: [phone]
TOPCON CORPORATION BEIRUT OFFICE
P. O. BOX 70-1002 Antelias, BEIRUT-LEBANON.
Phone: [phone]-523526 Fax: [phone]
TOPCON CORPORATION DUBAI OFFICE
C/O Atlas Medical FZCO., P. O. Box 54304, C-25, Dubai Airport Free Zone,UAE
Phone: [phone] Fax: [phone]
IRELAND OFFICE
Unit 69 Western Parkway Business Center
Phone: [phone] Fax: [phone]
Lower Ballymount Road, Dublin 12, Lreland
RL-H3CL 31337 90030