Topcon RL-H3CS User manual

T
hank you for purchasing the TOPCON RL-H3CS Rotating Laser.
T
he RL-H3CS instrument has many unique features. Forbasic operation, rough level the instrument and presspower switch. It
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ill self-level, then emit a rotating laser beam to create a level reference plane. The laser provides controls that allow the beam
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lane to be tilted up to 5 degrees for single slope applications.
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or superior product performance, please read these instructions carefully and keep them in a convenient place for future reference.
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ENERAL HANDLING PRECAUTIONS
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efore starting work or operation, be sure to check that the instrument is functioning correctly with normal performance.
W
hen storing the instrument for long period, remove the batteries.
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lways make sure instrument is dry before putting it in the carrying case. Never store a damp instrument.
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ISPLAY FOR SAFE USE
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n order to ensure the safe useof this product, prevent any danger to the operator or others, or damage toproperty, important warnings are
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laced on the product and inserted in the instruction manual. We recommend that you become familiar with the meaning of these Wa rnings
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nd Cautions before continuing.
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NSTRUCTION MANUAL
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OTATING LASER RL-H3CS
•Injury refers to hurt, burn, electric shock, etc.
•Physical damage refersto extensive damage to equipment andstructure or furnishings.
Display Meaning
WARNING Ignoring or disregardof this display may
lead to the danger of death or serious inju-
ry.
CAUTION Ignoring or disregardof this display may
lead topersonalinjury or physical damage.
CAUTION
• Use of controls or adjustment or performance of proceduresother than those spec-
ified hereinmayresult in hazardous radiation exposure.
• Do not stand or sit on the carrying cases.
It could overturn, causing injury.
• Do not use a damaged instrumentcase.
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 th
e
laser outside, avoid positioning it anywhere near eyelevel to avoid any possibility o
f
itstrikingsomeone in the eye. If thisshould happen,visibility could be temporarily
impaired,causing disorientation and possibleaccidental injury.
• Please note that the tips of tr ipod can be hazardous, be aware of this when setting
up orcarrying the tripod.
• Do not allow skinorclothing to come into contactwith acid from the batteries, if this
does occur then wash off with copious amounts ofwater and seek medical advice.
• Do not place instrument onunstable 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 thatthe screws of tripod are tightened.
Exceptions from Responsibility
1Theuserof this product is expected to follow all operating instructions andmake periodic checksof the product’sperformance.
2The manufacturer, or its representatives,assumes no responsibility for results ofa faulty or intentional usage or misuse inclu dinganydirect, 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 disaste r, (an earthquake, storms,
floods etc.), fire, accident, or anact of athirdparty and/or ausage in other than usual conditions.
4The manufacturer, or its representatives, assumes no responsibility for any damage, and loss of profitsdue 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 ofprofits caused byusage other thanexplained in the user
manual.
6The manufacturer, or its representatives, assumes no responsibility for damage caused by wrong movement, or actiondue to connecting with other products.
STANDARD PACKAGE COMPONENTS
Upon opening, make sure that all the followings are included.
1 RL-H3CS Instrument. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1set
2 LS-70B Laser Sensor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1set
3 Size "C" dry batteries (R14PU) .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4pc.
4 9 volt dry battery (6F22/S-006P). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1pc.
5 Carrying case . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1pc.
6 Instruction manual. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1vol.
7 Model-6 Laser Sensor Holder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1pc.
Detect the on-grade position “---” bymoving the Laser Sens
or
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 backsides of the
instrument.
Indicator
On-Grade precision switch
Two on-grade precision options are available, normal preci-
sion and high precision. By pressingthisswitch, the preci-
sion options are switched alternately.Confirmthe precision
choice bythe indicator.(Normal precision i s the default set-
ting eachtime the sensor is turned on. See LS-70BIndica-
tor diagram below.)
The power switch turns ON or OFF by pressing. Ifthepower
switch is turned ON, all signs will be displayed on the indica-
torfora second with a beep sound.
Volume of the sensor buzzer can be alternately switched to
LOW/LOUD/OFF bypressing 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 s witch
Buzzer speaker
Buzzer sound switch
Beam receiving window
On-Grade
Index
LS-70B
(Laser Sensor)
RL-H3CS
Turn the beam receiving window side
towards RL-H3CS to detect the laserbeam.
Protective glass
Rotary head
Laser beam emits from here.
Handle
Battery door
Battery door knob
Power switch
Turn the instrument ON orOFF.
Laser Safety
This product uses a visible laser beam, and is manufactured and sold in accordance with “Performance Standards for Light-Emittin g 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 doesnotrequire 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 laserisstill usable. (Blinking
continues for one minute.)
On Solid:
Dead batteries. Replacethe 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.
Heightalert OFF (Red LED)
Heightalert does not function.
Manual mode ON (Red LED)
Auto leveling does notfunction.
Label
SAFETY CAUTIONS
WARNING
• There is a risk of fire, electric shock or physical harm if youattempt to disassemble
or repair the instrument yourself.
This is only to be carriedout by TOPCON or an authorizeddealer, only !
• May ignite explosively.
Never use an instrumentnear flammable gas, liquid matter, and do notuse in a coal mine.
• Cause eye injury or blindness.
Do not stare into beam.
• Risk of fireor electric shock.
Do not use a wet battery.
• Battery can cause explosion or injury.
Do not dispose infire or heat.
•The short circuit of a battery can cause afire.
Do not short circuit batterywhen storingit.
CLASSII LASER PRODUCTDIODE LASER
WAVELENGTH 630-685nm
1mW MAXIMUM OUTPUT
CAUTION
LASER RADIATION
DO NOT STARE INTO BEAM
CLASS2@LASER PRODUCT
DO NOT STARE INTO BEAM
LASER RADIATION
Note
In manual mode
•Auto-leveling function is notactive.
•Height alert functionis not active.
•Setting slope function isnotactive.
Height alert function
(S afety 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.Ifthe unit isdisturbed,
manual mode ON lamp, height
alert OFFlamp and auto leveling
lamp will blink simultaneously. The
elevation (height of instrument)
should be verifiedand re-estab-
lished if necessary. This function
is notactive in the manual mode.
(19/16")
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 theillustration on the battery
cover.*1, *2, *3
4Install the battery cover.By using a coin, tightenthe battery cover knob
to “CLOSE”side until the knob does notturn.*4
*1 Replace all4 batteries withnewones at thesametime. Do not mixused andnew batteries,
and do not mix differenttypes of batteries together.
*2 Usealkaline drycells. (Dry cellsformovement confirmation are packedin shipment.)
Nickelhydrogendry cellsandnickelcadmiumdry cells can be used too, but the operatingtime
is different from the timeof alkaline dry cells.
*3 Generally, performances of drycell deteriorate temporarily in low temperature, but recover in
normaltemperature.
*4 It isimportant to use a coin or othertoolto make sure cover isfirmly closed to sealoutwater.
Slide plate
RL-H3CS 1Pressthe lidinthe direction ofthearrowtolift.
2Remove the battery and replace with a new 9v alkaline
battery.
3Pressthe liddown and clickto close.
Laser Sensor
BATTERY REPLACEMENT
STORAGE PRECAUTIONS
Always clean the instrument after use.
Use a clean cloth moistened with neutral detergent or water.
Never use an abrasivecleaner, ether,thinner benzene, or other solvents.
Always make sure the instrument is completely dry before storing. Dry any moisture with a soft, clean cloth.
Slope lamp (Green LED)
Red:Error
Slope key
Tilts beam plane in directionof
arrow
Sight

Use the table below to determine operation errors indicated by blinking lamps on the control panel.
If corrective action listed does not correcterror, please contact your local Topcon dealer.
Operating procedure
(Setting slope) Key operation Lamp display (Refer to the right illustration)
1PressPowerswitchON.
You canset the slopeafter auto-leveling is completed. Power switch During auto-leveling : Lamp B (Green) blinks.
Afte r auto-leveling is completed. : Lamp B (Green) lights.
2Presseither Slope key once. The laser beam begins
to move in t he direction of the arrow on th e key. Afterauto-level-
ing is completed.
Slope key Lam p E (Green ) blinks quickly.
3PressSlope key again to stop the laser beam. Slope key Lam p E (Green ) lights.
4PressSlope key to fine a djust the slope.
Beam movement begins slowly, then increases
depending on how long the Slope key is pressed.
The blinking speed of the lamp provides a visual indi-
cation of t he beam movement speed.
Slope key When Slope key is not pressed: Lamp E (Green) lights.
Slope key Lamp E (green) Beam movement
Press for a shorter time : Blinks slowly : Moves slowly
↓↓↓
Press for a longer time : Blinks quickly : Moves quickly
5PressPowerswitchOFF to cancel the slope setting. Power switch Alllamps are OFF.
Operating procedure
(Recalling slope) Key
operation Lamp display
(Refer to the right illustration.)
1To recall the previous slope setting (the setting before
power was OFF), press Power switch ON while press-
ing either the righ t or left Slope key. The slope can
then be a djusted as de scribed in step 4above.
•When the Power switch is ON without the Slope key
pressed, the laser beam will return to level.
Slope key
+
Power switch
When Slope key is not pressed: Lamp E (Green) lights.
SlopekeyLamp E (green) Beam movement
Press for a shorter time : Blinks slowly : Moves slowly
↓↓↓
Press for a longer time : Blinks quickly : Moves quickly
CHECKS AND ADJUSTMENTS
Checking and adjusting calibration
Checking cone error Error Code
1
Horizontal calibration of the laser beam can be checked by theuser.
[Checking]
1Setupa tripod approx. 50m(160ft) from a wall. Mount the instrument on the
tripod, facing the X1 side toward the wall.
2Turnthe instrument on andallow auto-leveling to complete.
3Put the laser sensor in fine detection mode by pressing the On-Grade preci-
sion switch.
4By using the laser sensor, markthe center position of laser beam on thewall.
(X1)
5Turn 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.
Whenrotatingthe instrument, avoid changingtheheight.
6Turnthe unit on againand allow auto-leveling to complete.
7By using the laser sensor, markthe center position of laser beam on thewall.
(X2)
8If the difference value of marked two laser beam heights(difference value of
X1 and X2) are less than 7mm, adjustments are not needed. The difference
valueis greater than 7mm, adjustthe instrument as described in right. *
9Check the X1 (handle) side as the same way.
X1
X2
[To calibrate the X axis ]
1Face theX1 side ofthe instrument (panel side) toward awall, 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 calibratethe X axis. The manual mode
ON lamp will light. When auto-leveling finishes, the laser beam will emit.
3Usingthe laser sensor, mark the on-gradeheight of laser beam ona wall.
4Rotate the instrument 180 degrees to face X2 side toward a wall.
5In the sam e way as step 3, mark theon-grade heightoflaserbeam on awall.
6By pressing the manual mode ON switch (laser beam moves up), or Power
switch (laserbeam moves down), adjustthe on-grade height of thebeamuntil
itis precisely centeredbetween themarksmade insteps 3and 5 .
7PresstheheightalertOFF switchto memorizethe newlaser 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 sideof 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 calibratethe Y axis. The auto leveling
lamp will light.
4Usingthe laser sensor, mark the on-gradeheight of laser beam ona wall.
5Rotate the instrument 180 degrees to face Y2 side toward a wall.
6In the sam e way as step 4, mark theon-grade heightoflaserbeam on awall.
7By pressing the manual mode ON switch (laser beam moves up), or Power
switch (laserbeam moves down), adjustthe on-grade height of thebeamuntil
itis precisely centeredbetween themarksmade insteps 4and 6.
8PresstheheightalertOFF switchto memorizethe newlaser 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.
Y1Y2
[Checking]
1Set up the laser centered between two walls approximately 40m (131ft) apart. Orient the instrument
so one axis,either X orY, is facing the walls.
2Locate and mark the position of the rotating laser beam on both walls using the laser sensor.
3Turn offthe instrument and move the instrument closer towall A(1m to 2m /3 ft to 6ft).
Donot change the axisorientation of the instrument. Turn the instrument on.
4Againlocateand marktheposition of the rotatinglaser beam on both walls using the lasersensor.
5Measurethe distancebetween the firstand 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
23
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 Turnpower off, rough levelthe instrument, then turn power onagain. Check height of
laser beam as it may have changed.
Lamp D blinks quickly Calibration error Repeat calibration procedure. If error re-
peats contact your local Topcon dealer.
Lamp E(Red) lights
Lamp B, C and D blink in turn Slope setting range error Push the slope key of the opposite side, and align slope.
Lamp A, B, C and D blink si-
multaneously Internal error Turn power off, then on again. If error re- peats contact your local Topcon dealer.
A
B
D
C
LS-70B
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-offdelay : Approx. 30 minutes withoutbeam 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 drybatteries)
SPECIFICATIONS
RL-H3CS
Accuracy : ±3.6mm/50m (±15 ”)
Automatic correction range +Setting slope range : ±5°
Beam detecting range : Approx.2m~300m (6ft~980ft) diameter
Rotational speeds : 600r.p.m
Laser source : Laser diode (Visible, Red)
Laser power output : 0.8mW (Max.)
Laser class : Class 2 laser product
Power supply : Four C size alkaline
manganese drybatteries
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)x193(H)mm
(6.5x7.1x7.6 in)
Weight : 1.9kg[4.1lbs] (With drybatteries)
X2 Lase r beam
Wall A Wall B
Wall A
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 auto-
matically, please contact your local Topcon dealer.
HOW TO OPERATE
1Set the instrument to the tripod or smooth surface.
2Make sure instrument is roughly level.
3Press powerswitch(ON).
4Press power switch on laser sensor (ON).
5Select theprecisionmode bypressingthe
On-Gradeprecisionswitch.
6Locate theon-grade position“---”by moving
the laser sensor up and down.
7Mark the position of On-Grade index.
(Top of the Laser Sensor is 40mm[19/16"] from
index for offsetmarking.)
LS-70B Indicator
High precision mode
Normal precision mode
Battery remaining display
Below grade indicator
Move the sensor up.
Audio signal:Lower pitch, slower frequency
Above grade indicator
Move the sensor down.
Audio signal:High pitch,frequent beep
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 symbolsare
not active when used
with RL-H3CS.
Aligning Direction of Slope
When using the laser to set the slope, the laser
mustbe properly aligned so the slope axis of the
laserbeam isparallel to the desired direction of
slope.
The sight on top of the instrument is calibrated to
the slope axis of thelaserbeam. Follow the
stepsbelow to align thelaser to the desired
direction of slope:
1Establish a target line parallel to desired
direction of slope.
2Set up thelaser over this line(drop aplumb
bobfrom the tripod mounting screw).
3Rough align theinstrument to the directionof
slope. Make sure it is properlyorientedfor the
slope to be set.
4Using the sight, position the instrument so the
sight is centered on the target. (see illustra-
tion at right)
On-Grade position
Audio signal:Continuousbeep sound
[Setting slope]
Manual mode can beactivated
while the slope is set.
For information about Manual
mode ON/OFF, refer to "NOMEN-
CLATURE AND FUNCTIONS".
Check the beam oftenduring
slope use for slope accuracy.
Check instrument calibration peri-
odically (see below).
E
Target
Wall B
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Phone: 82-2-2055-0321 Fax: 82-2-2055-0319 www.topcon.co.kr
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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 No. 962 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]
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RL-H3CS 31336 90030 0210 (2b)