©2005 johnson level & tool 1 automatic-leveling rotary laser level with integral vertical mount model no. 40-6522 instruction manual congratulations on your choice of this automatic-leveling rotary laser level with integral vertical mount. We suggest you read this instruction manual thoroughly befor...
2 ©2005 johnson level & tool table of contents 1. Kit contents 2. Features and functions 3. Safety instructions 4. Location/content of warning labels 5. Location of parts/components 6. Operating instructions 7. Using the product 8. Accuracy self-check 9. Technical specifications 10. Application demo...
©2005 johnson level & tool 3 2. Features and functions • large electronic auto-level range: the unit works normally within ±5°. When beyond the ±5° leveling range, the laser line flashes, rotation of the beam stops, and an audible alarm activates. • vertical and horizontal working modes: unit projec...
4 ©2005 johnson level & tool warning! The tinted goggles are designed to enhance the visibility of the laser beam. They do not offer protection to the eyes from direct exposure of the laser beam. Attention important • read all instructions prior to operating this laser tool. Do not remove any labels...
©2005 johnson level & tool 5 4. Location/content of warning labels 40-6522 english 8/19/05 4:19 pm page 5.
6 ©2005 johnson level & tool 6. Operating instructions important: it is the responsibility of the user to verify the calibration of the instrument before each use. Notes: • always check to make sure that the on/off switch is in the off position (when power indicator lamp is not lit) before removing ...
©2005 johnson level & tool 7 alkaline battery installation 1. Remove battery compartment cover by loosening the bolt with a coin. Remove the ni-mh battery packs from the chambers inside the battery compartment, making sure to disconnect the two-pin connectors. Then, insert “c” alkaline batteries int...
8 ©2005 johnson level & tool instrument usage 1. Put in ni-mh rechargeable battery pack, or 4 “c” alkaline batteries (not included), or connect the 6v dc battery adaptor to the unit’s power jack. 2. Place the instrument on a platform or tripod, connecting with tripod to the 5/8" screw thread at the ...
©2005 johnson level & tool 9 power on/off 1. Press the power button to power on. The power indicator lamp should light up and then the instrument will automatically level itself, with rotation occurring once the unit is level. 2. Press the power button again to power off. Low battery indicator if th...
10 ©2005 johnson level & tool speed adjustment after unit automatically-levels, it rotates at its highest speed. Press the speed adjustment button (see figure) to change the rotating speed. Note: during the auto-leveling sequence, this key is not functional. Range scan mode 1. Press the range scan m...
©2005 johnson level & tool 11 2. Press the slope adjusting mode button again to select y direction slope. - press the first button to the right of the slope adjusting mode button to shift the slope angle to the left. - press the second button to the right of the slope adjusting mode button to shift ...
Using the integral vertical mounting bracket the integral vertical mounting bracket allows the unit to be used in the vertical position on a table or tripod. To use the unit with the vertical mounting bracket: 1. Place the unit on its side with the handle up. 2. Open the integral vertical mounting s...
2. Technical specifications detecting range ≥900 ft. (300m) detecting accuracy fine ±0.039" (±1mm) coarse ±0.098" (+2.5mm) when range is ±0.138" (+3.5mm) when range is > 492 ft. (150m) turn-off time 6 minutes ±1 minute power 2 “aa” batteries sound indicator slow short sounds, rapid short sounds and ...
14 ©2005 johnson level & tool (b) display 1. Power indicator 2. Low battery indicator 3. Detection indicator 4. Sound indicator 5. Detected position (grade) indicator 4. Operation guide (a) battery installation 1) rotate battery-box cap counterclockwise to open it. (a coin fits easily into this slot...
©2005 johnson level & tool 15 (b) general detector usage note: always keep the instrument stable when detecting. 1) press the power key to turn the unit on. The lcd display will illuminate all the indicator segments for 0.5 second (fig. 1). When the indicator segments are no longer illuminated, the ...
16 ©2005 johnson level & tool note: as the laser signal gradually nears the center position on the detector, the arrow displayed will decrease in length until just the center position signal is displayed (fig. 6, 7, 8-1, 8-2). 3) detecting vertical laser level signals • place the unit in a horizonta...
©2005 johnson level & tool 17 4) when you are finished using the detector, press the power key to turn the unit off. (c) using the sound function with the detector turned on, press the sound switch to alternate between sound-on and sound-off. Note: the sound indicator will also turn on and off in th...
18 ©2005 johnson level & tool (e) using the illumination function with the detector turned on, press the illumination switch. This switch turns the background illumination of the lcd on and off. (f) power saving function when the instrument cannot receive the laser signal for 6 continuous minutes, a...
©2005 johnson level & tool 19 8. Accuracy self-check 1. Set up the instrument on a table 65 ft. (20m) away from an indoor wall, with one of the x-axes facing the wall as indicated by the “x” marked on the top of the unit. 2. Press the power button to turn the unit on. After the unit auto-levels, pre...
20 ©2005 johnson level & tool 9. Technical specifications laser wavelength 635nm±10nm laser classification class iiia maximum power output ≤5mw accuracy horizontal rotation = ±1/8"/100 ft. (±0.1mm/10m) vertical rotation = ±3/16"/100 ft. (±1.5mm/10m) working range maximum 100 ft. (30m), depending upo...
©2005 johnson level & tool 21 10. Application demonstrations plumb reference for ceiling installation reference for flooring installation reference for window installation reference for squaring and leveling reference for retaining wall installation reference for cement floor installation reference ...
22 ©2005 johnson level & tool 11. Care and handling • this laser unit is a precision tool that must be handled with care. • avoid exposing unit to shock vibrations and extreme temperatures. • before moving or transporting the unit, make sure that the unit is turned off. • remove the batteries when s...
©2005 johnson level & tool 23 13. Product registration enclosed with this instruction manual you will find a warranty card to be completed for product warranty registration. Product warranty registration can also be completed online at our web site www.Johnsonlevel.Com. You will need to locate the s...
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