Black & Decker BDL400S User Manual

WARNING: Read and understand all instructions. Failure to follow all instructions listed

below may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious personal injury.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

Safety Instructions

• Do not operate the laser in explosive atmospheres, such as in the presence of flammable
liquids, gases, or dust.

• Use the laser only with the specifically designated batteries. Use of any other batteries may
create a risk of fire.

• Store idle laser out of reach of children and other untrained persons. Lasers are dangerous
in the hands of untrained users.

• Use only accessories that are recommended by the manufacturer for your model.
Accessories that may be suitable for one laser, may create a risk of injury when used on
another laser.

• Do not use optical tools such as a telescope or transit to view the laser beam. Serious eye
injury could result.

• Do not place the laser in a position which may cause anyone to intentionally or
unintentionally stare into the laser beam. Serious eye injury could result.

• Turn the laser off when it is not in use. Leaving the laser on increases the risk of staring into
the laser beam.

• Repairs and servicing MUST be performed by a qualified repair facility. Repairs performed
by unqualified personnel could result in serious injury.

• WARNING: DO NOT DISASSEMBLE THE LASER. There are no user serviceable parts
inside. Disassembling the Laser will void all warranties on the product. Do not modify the
product in any way. Modifying the tool may result in Hazardous Laser Radiation Exposure.

• Do not operate the laser around children or allow children to operate the laser. Serious eye
injury may result.

• Do not remove or deface warning labels. Removing labels increases the risk of exposure to
radiation.

• Position the laser securely. Damage to the laser or serious injury could result if the laser
falls.

• CAUTION: Use caution when drilling, nailing or cutting into walls, floors and ceilings
which may contain electrical wiring or pipes. Always turn off the power when working

near electrical wires.

CAUTION: Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than

those specified in this manual may result in hazardous laser radiation exposure.

The label on your tool may include the following symbols.

V ..........................volts mW......................milliwatts

nm ........................wavelength in nanometers IIIa ......................Class IIIa Laser

For your convenience and safety, the following labels are on your laser.

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SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.

INSTRUCTIVO DE OPERACIÓN, CENTROS DE SERVICIO YPÓLIZADE GARANTÍA.
ADVERTENCIA: LÉASE ESTE INSTRUCTIVO ANTES DE USAR ELPRODUCTO.

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FEATURES

A.) Hanging Cone and
Protective Cap (drywall use)

B.) Hanging Cone (keyhole)
C.) Marking Target
D.) Laser Three Position

Switch
E.) Battery Compartment

Cover
F.) Self-Leveling Laser

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WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, user must read and understand instruction

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BEFORE RETURNING THIS PRODUCT

FOR ANY REASON PLEASE CALL

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LASER AUTO LEVELING: Place unit
flat against wall. To hang see instruction
manual. Push up switch to ON: AUTO LEVELING
to activate laser lines.
LOCKING AUTO LEVEL: Place unit on surface of
working area. Push down switch to
ON: LOCKED LEVEL to lock in place leveled laser
lines. Unit can be moved in any direction, and
laser lines will remain locked in place.

TYPE 1 9.0 V DC

BDL400S Laser Level

SER.

LISTED 406A

WARNING

AVERTISSEMENT

To reduce the risk of injury, user must read and
understand instruction manual. Use 9 V size
battery. À titre préventif, lire le guide.

Questions? 1-800-54-HOW-TO Made in China

Black & Decker (U.S.) Inc., Towson, MD 21286 U.S.A.

Patents Pending.

Installing the Battery

Ensure laser on/off switch is in the middle “OFF” position. Remove the
battery compartment cover (E) by pressing the tab of the cover in
towards the center of the laser and out as shown in figure 2. Insert a
fresh 9 volt battery making sure to match (+) and (-) terminals to the
illustration inside the compartment. (Also shown here) Replace the
battery compartment cover.

Operating Instructions

DANGER: Laser Radiation, avoid direct eye exposure.

Laser Auto Leveling Mode

To use the CrosshairTMLaser Level in the Laser Auto Level Mode, place unit against vertical
wall first,as shown in figure 3. Push up on the laser switch (D) to ON AUTO LEVELto actuate
the SELF LEVELING laser lines.

Locked / Layout Mode

To use the Crosshair

TM

Laser Level in the Locked/Layout mode, place unit on surface of
working area and push the switch to ON LOCKED/LAYOUT to actuate LOCKED laser lines.
LOCKED lines are at 90 degrees for use in squaring and layout. Move unit to locate lines in
desired position. When unit is in LOCKED/LAYOUT mode it can be used on any surface,
vertical or horizontal.

Hanging on Drywall Surfaces Only

To hang the unit on a wall, remove the orange protective cap from the pin and store it on the
cone as shown in figure 4. Push hanging cone pin (A) into drywall. When pressing hanging
cone pin into drywall, make sure it is straight and seated firmly. Hang the Crosshair

TM

Laser
Level on the cone and check to make sure that the unit is secure on the wall. Figure 5
illustrates a typical application for the Crosshair

TM

Laser Level when it is wall mounted.

CAUTION: Pin is sharp and should be handled with care. The hanging cone pin should
always be pushed in by hand and never driven by a hammer. Replace protective cap after
each use.
NOTE: The hanging cone pin is only for use on drywall NOT other surfaces including plaster.

Hanging on Other Surfaces

For surfaces other than drywall, the (key hole) hanging cone (B) can be used with a standard
nail or screw in a predrilled hole. To use the keyhole hanging cone, place it over a nail or screw
on a vertical surface with the narrow portion of the opening pointing upward. Push the
CrosshairTM laser onto the hanging cone until it snaps into place. To remove the laser, lift it
slightly and pull it straight off. The unit can also be used with the hanging cone attached to the
back and then hanging the unit on the nail or screw. Make sure it is straight and seated firmly
on the cone as shown in figure 6 and that the unit is secure on the wall.

Use of Marking Target

When visibility is poor or when using the laser over longer distances, use the marking target
(C) to enhance laser line visibility. Place marking target as shown in figure 7. Align the marking
groove on the target with the laser line and mark the location.

Helpful Hints

• If the laser light becomes dim or is no longer visible when the switch is in the on position
check or change the battery.

• The laser lines are only level on the wall against which the unit is held or hung. The short line
visible on any adjacent wall is not level.

• The laser unit is equipped with a self leveling pendulum lock that stops pendulum motion
when the laser on/off switch is moved to the off position.

• If the laser on/off switch is pushed part way to the on position, the laser lines may be on
while the pendulum lock is still engaged.

Storage

Always store the CrosshairTMLaser Level indoors and in its protective case.

Maintenance

Use only mild soap and damp cloth to clean the tool. Never let any liquid get inside the tool;
never immerse any part of the tool into a liquid.
IMPORTANT: To assure product SAFETY and RELIABILITY, repairs, maintenance and
adjustment (other than those listed in this manual) should be performed by authorized service
centers or other qualified service personnel, always using identical replacement parts.

Accessories

Recommended accessories for use with your tool are available from your local dealer or
authorized service center. If you need assistance regarding accessories, please call:

1-800-544-6986.

WARNING: The use of any accessory not recommended for use with this tool could be

hazardous.

Service Information

All Black & Decker Service Centers are staffed with trained personnel to provide customers
with efficient and reliable power tool service. Whether you need technical advice, repair, or
genuine factory replacement parts, contact the Black & Decker location nearest you. To find
your local service location, refer to the yellow page directory under "Tools—Electric" or call:

1-800-544-6986 or visit www.blackanddecker .com

Full Two-Year Home Use Warranty

Black & Decker (U.S.) Inc. warrants this product for two years against any defects in material
or workmanship. The defective product will be replaced or repaired at no charge in either of
two ways.

The first, which will result in exchanges only, is to return the product to the retailer from whom it
was purchased (provided that the store is a participating retailer). Returns should be made
within the time period of the retailer’s policy for exchanges (usually 30 to 90 days after the
sale). Proof of purchase may be required. Please check with the retailer for their specific return
policy regarding returns that are beyond the time set for exchanges.

The second option is to take or send the product (prepaid) to a Black & Decker owned or
authorized Service Center for repair or replacement at our option. Proof of purchase may be
required. Black & Decker owned and authorized Service Centers are listed under "Tools­Electric" in the yellow pages of the phone directory and on our website
www.blackanddecker.com.

This warranty does not apply to accessories. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and
you may have other rights which vary from state to state. Should you have any questions,
contact the manager of your nearest Black & Decker Service Center. This product is not
intended for commercial use.

FREE WARNING LABELREPLACEMENT: If your warning labels become illegible or are
missing, call 1-800-544-6986 for a free replacement.

AVERTISSEMENT : Lire, comprendre et suivre toutes les directives précisées ci­dessous, y compris les consignes de sécurité, afin d’éviter les risques de choc
électrique, d’incendie ou de blessure grave.

CONSERVER CES DIRECTIVES

Consignes de sécurité

• Ne pas utiliser le laser dans une atmosphère explosive, comme en présence de liquide, de
gaz ou de poussière inflammable.

• N’utiliser que des piles spécialement conçues pour les lasers; l’usage de tout autre type de
pile pourrait entraîner des risques d’incendie.

• Lorsqu’on n’utilise pas le laser, le ranger hors de la portée des enfants ou des personnes
non qualifiées; les lasers sont dangereux entre les mains de personnes inexpérimentées.

• N’utiliser que les accessoires recommandés par le fabricant pour le modèle concerné; un
accessoire destiné à un laser particulier peut devenir dangereux lorsqu’il est utilisé avec un
autre.

• Ne pas utiliser un dispositif optique, tel qu’un téléscope ou une lunette de passage, pour
examiner le faisceau laser afin d’éviter de blesser grièvement les yeux.

• Ne pas mettre le laser dans une position qui pourrait encourager une personne à regarder
directement le faisceau laser, volontairement ou involontairement, car cela pourrait blesser
grièvement les yeux.

• Mettre le laser hors tension après chaque utilisation, car un laser laissé sous tension
encourage une personne à regarder directement le faisceau laser.

• La réparation et l’entretien DOIVENT être effectués dans un centre de service autorisé ou
par du personnel qualifié; toute opération d’entretien ou de réparation effectuée par une
personne non qualifiée pourrait entraîner des blessures graves.

AVERTISSEMENT : NE P AS DÉMONTER LE LASER.L’outil ne comprend aucune pièce
interne destinée à être entretenue par l’utilisateur. Le fait de démonter ce niveau laser
annulera toute garantie appuyant ce produit; on ne doit jamais modifier ce dernier de quelque
manière que ce soit afin d’éviter d’entraîner des risques d’exposition aux rayonnements.

• Ne pas utiliser le laser en présence d’un enfant, ni autoriser les enfants à utiliser le laser afin
d’éviter les blessures graves aux yeux.

• Ne pas retirer ni abîmer les étiquettes d’avertissement; le fait de retirer les étiquettes
augmentera les risques d’exposition aux rayonnements laser.

• S’assurer de bien déposer le laser sur une surface de niveau afin de l’empêcher de tomber
et de s’endommager ou de blesser l’utilisateur.

MISE EN GARDE : On doit faire particulièrement attention lorsqu’on perce un trou, qu’on
enfonce un clou ou qu’on effectue une coupe dans un mur, un plancher ou un plafond
pouvant camoufler des fils électriques ou des tuyaux. On doit toujours couper le courant

lorsqu’on travaille à proximité de fils électriques.

MISE EN GARDE : Le fait d’utiliser des commandes, d’effectuer des réglages ou de suivre

des procédures autres que celles décrites aux présentes pourrait entraîner des risques
d’exposition aux rayonnements.

L’étiquette apposée sur l’outil peut afficher les symboles suivants :

V......................................volts mW......................milliwatts

nm ..................................longueur d’onde exprimée en nanomètres

IIIa ..................................laser de classe IIIa

Pour des fins pratiques et de sécurité, le laser comprend les étiquettes suivantes.

Possible Cause

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• Laser projects on wall
but lines are not level.

• Wall on which the unit is
mounted or held must be
within +/- 5 degrees of
vertical for the self
leveling mechanism to
function correctly. If this is
exceeded, the lines will
still project but may not
be level.

• Use the unit against surfaces
within +/- 5 degrees of vertical.

GUIDE D’UTILISATION

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COMPOSANTS
A.) Cône de suspension
et capuchon protecteur
(à utiliser sur les cloi­sons sèches)

B.) Cône de suspension
(trou de repère)

C.) Cible de marquage

D.) Bouton marche­arrêt du laser

E.) Couvercle du com­partiment de la pile

F.) Traits laser
autoniveleurs

• Laser does not project
on wall.

• The self leveling range
for the level line is +/- 5
degrees and +/- 1.5
degrees for the plumb
line. If the unit is not held
within 5 degrees of
vertical both laser lines
will not project on wall. If
the unit is not held within

1.5 degrees of vertical
plumb line will not project
on wall.

•Battery.inserted
incorrectly

• Be sure that the unit is a s
straight up and down as possible.

• Unit is in LOCKED/LAY­OUT mode.

• Put unit in Laser Auto Level mode.

• Match battery to illustration
inside battery compartment.

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