Bosch Power Tools GPL3T User Manual

Operating/Safety Instructions
Consignes de fonctionnement/sécurité
Instrucciones de funcionamiento y seguridad

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SAFE OPERATING PROCEDURES:

Be sure to read and understand all instructions in

this manual before using this product. Failure to
follow all instructions may result in hazardous radiation exposure,
electric shock, fire, and/or bodily injury.
IMPORTANT: The following labels are on your laser tool for your
convenience and safety. They indicate where the laser light is emitted
by the level. ALWAYS BE AWARE of their location when using
the level.
ALWAYS make sure that any bystanders in the vicinity of use are
made aware of the dangers of looking directly into the laser tool.
DO NOT remove or deface any warning or caution labels. Removing
labels increases the risk of exposure to laser radiation.
DO NOT place the laser tool in a position that may cause anyone to
stare into the laser beam intentionally or unintentionally. Serious eye
injury could result.
ALWAYS remove the batteries when cleaning the laser light aperture
or laser lens.
ALWAYS turn the laser tool "OFF" when not in use. Leaving the laser
tool "ON" increases the risk of someone inadvertently staring into the
laser beam.
DO NOT operate the laser tool in combustible areas such as in the
presence of flammable liquids, gases or dust.
ALWAYS position the laser tool securely. Damage to the laser tool
and/or serious injury to the user could result if the laser tool falls.
ALWAYS use only the accessories that are recommended by the
manufacturer of your laser tool. Use of accessories that have been
designed for use with other laser tools could result in serious injury.
DO NOT use this laser tool for any purpose other than those outlined
in this manual. This could result in serious injury.

DO NOT leave laser tool "ON" unattended in any operating mode.
DO NOT disassemble the laser tool.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 laser
tool may result in hazardous laser radiation exposure.

ELECTRICAL SAFETY PROCEDURES

Batteries can explode or leak, and can cause injury

or fire. To reduce this risk:
ALWAYS follow all instructions and warnings on the battery label
and package.

DO NOT short any battery terminals.
DO NOT charge alkaline batteries.
DO NOT mix old and new batteries. Replace all of them at the same

time with new batteries of the same brand and type.

DO NOT mix battery chemistries.
DISPOSE of batteries per local code.
DO NOT dispose of batteries in fire.
KEEP batteries out of reach of children.
REMOVE batteries if the device will not be used for several months.

Safety Rules

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Accuracy: Up to +/- 1/4" @ 75'
Manual Leveling: 3 bubble vials
Range: Laser visibility – up to 100'

Tripod Mount: 1/4" x 20 (can be used without tripod; tripod not included)
Laser Diode: Class II, 635nm
Environmental: Dust, dirt and water resistant
Warranty: 2 year limited
Power Supply: 3 “AAA” batteries
Operating Temperature Range: -10°C to +50° C

Battery Replacement:

Turn on/off switch on the back of GPL3T in the
counter-clockwise direction and completely unscrew
the switch. This will provide you access to the
battery compartment. Replace all three batteries and
then return the switch to the original position.

Note: Alkaline batteries offer the longest battery life when used in
this device.

Attaching GPL3T:

1/4" x 20 Tripod Mount: Use the threaded hole in the base to mount
the laser tool to a camera, contractor's or surveyor's tripod.

Strap Raceways: Use straps (not included) to fasten laser tool to
pipes, studs, etc.

Magnetic Base: Use the magnetic base to lock the laser tool on to
metal studs and pipes.

V-Groove: Use the v-groove to align the laser tool on pipes up to 10"
in diameter.

V-Groove aligns unit with pipes

Features

Preparation

Technical Data

Strap raceway

180 degree laser reference point

On/Off switch

Precision aluminum

3 Beams: plumb, level, square

Laser reference edge

Wall mount hole

Precision vials

Battery access

Battery Access

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Leveling Base

The optional leveling base makes it easy to level the GPL3T across

its length and its width.

1. Orient the laser tool such that laser end is at the narrow end of
the base.

2. Please the laser tool on the base such that it sits between the
alignment ridges and that its threaded mount sits over the stud at
the center of the base.

3. Level the laser tool lengthwise by rotating the knob nearest to the
laser aperture until the bubble is between the two lines on the
spirit level.

4. Level the laser tool widthwise by rotating the knob that is furthest
away from the laser aperture until the bubble is between the two
lines on the spirit level.

Introduction:

Congratulations! You have just purchased a time-saving precision
laser tool of superior quality. The GPL3T is both precise and easy to
use. Simply turn the laser tool on and you have three, perfectly
square beams for your level, plumb and square applications. Use the
bubble vials to manually level your new GPL3T torpedo laser level.

Turning GPL3T on and off:

To turn laser tool on, turn the knob on the back of
the unit clockwise.

To turn laser tool off, turn the knob counter
clockwise to the original position.

Leveling GPL3T:

The laser tool has three 90˚ beams that can be used to level, plumb
and square.

When the laser tool is in the
horizontal orientation the bubble
in the bubble vial in the middle of
the unit must be centered.

When laser tool is in the vertical
orientation the bubble in the bubble
vial closest to the beams must
be centered.

Operating Instructions

On/Off

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The GPL3T has three 90º beams that can be used to level, plumb
and square.

Applications include:

Flooring installations, leveling shelves and cabinets, squaring
windows and door frames, aligning forms and posts, determining
elevation differences and more.

This device is a product of superior design and manufacture and should
be treated with care. The suggestions below will help you fulfill warranty
obligations and also allow you to enjoy this product for many years. When
using the device:

Keep it and all its parts and accessories out of the reach of
small children.

Keep it dry. Although the GPL3T is water resistant, precipitation, humidity
and liquids containing minerals that will corrode electrical circuits can still
enter the device.

Do not store the laser tool in hot areas. High temperatures can shorten
the life of electronic devices, damage batteries and warp or melt
certain plastics.

Do not store the laser tool in cold areas. When the device warms up to its
normal operating temperature, moisture can form inside, where it may
damage circuit boards.

Although the GPL3T is dust and dirt resistant do not store in dusty, dirty
areas as long term exposure to these elements may damage internal
moving parts.

Store and transport the laser tool only in the supplied protective case.

Keep the laser tool clean at all times. Do not immerse the laser tool into
water or other fluids.

Wipe off debris using a moist and soft cloth. Do not use any cleaning
agents or solvents.

In all correspondence and spare parts orders, please always include the
10-digit article number given on the type plate of the laser tool.
In case of repairs, send in the measuring tool packed in its
protective case

ENVIRONMENT PROTECTION

Recycle raw materials & batteries instead of disposing of waste. The unit,
accessories, packaging & used batteries should be sorted for
environmentally friendly recycling in accordance with the
latest regulations.

Maintenance and Service

Applications

Flooring Installations Leveling Shelves &

Cabinets

Squaring Windows &
Door Frames

Grading Elevations

1/2"