DW083-XE
SELF-LEVELING 3 BEAM LASER POINTER
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
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Definitions: Safety Guidelines
The definitions below describe the level of severity for each signal
word. Please read the manual and pay attention to these symbols.
DANGER: Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if
not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
WARNING: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury.
NOTICE: Indicates a practice not related to personal injury which, if
not avoided, may result in property damage.
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Technical Data
DW083-XE
Voltage V 6
Battery size 4 x LR6 (AA)
Laser power mW < 1
Laser class 2
Wavelength nm 630–680
Protection class IP54
Self-leveling range ° +/- 4
Operating temperature °C -10–50
Receptacle thread 1/4” x 20 TPI
Weight kg 0.59
WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, user must read the instruction manual.
SAFETY WARNINGS FOR LASERS
WARNING! Read all safety warnings and all instructions Failure to follow
the warnings and instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious
injury.
SAVE ALL WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS FOR
FUTURE REFERENCE
WARNING: Laser Radiation Exposure. Do not disassemble or modify the laser
level. There are no user serviceable parts inside. Serious eye injury could result.
WARNING: Hazardous Radiation. Use of controls or adjustments or performance
of procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation
exposure.
• Do not operate the laser in explosive atmospheres, such as in the presence of
flammable liquids, gases, or dust. Power tools create sparks which may ignite
the dust or fumes.
• 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.
• Tool service must be performed only by qualified repair personnel. Service or
maintenance performed by unqualified personnel may result in injury. To locate
your nearest DeWALT service center call 1-800-4-DEWALT (1-800-433-9258) or
go to www.dewalt.com on the Internet.
• 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.
• Do not disassemble the laser tool. There are no user serviceable parts inside.
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• Do not modify the laser 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 on a level surface. Damage to the laser or serious
injury could result if the laser falls.
• The label on your tool may include the following symbols.
V ................................... volts
mW ............................... milliwatts
....................laser warning symbol
nm ................................. wavelength in nanometers
2 .................................... Class 2 Laser
3a .................................. Class 3a Laser
Laser Information
The DW083-XE laser level is a class 2 laser product and complies with 21 CFR
1040.10 and 1040.11 except for deviations pursuant to laser notice No. 50, dated
July 26, 2001.
INTRODUCTION
The DW083-XE laser level is a self-leveling laser tool that can be used inside and
outside for horizontal (level) and vertical (plumb). This tool comes fully assembled.
This tool has been designed with features that allow for quick and easy set-up. Please
read and understand all instructions within this instruction manual prior to use.
General Safety Rules For Battery Operated Tools
WARNING! Read and understand all instructions. Failure to follow all
instructions listed below may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious
personal injury.
1) WORK AREA SAFETY
a) Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or dark areas invite accidents.
b) Do not operate tools in explosive atmospheres, such as in the presence
of flammable liquids, gases or dust. Power tools create sparks which may
ignite the dust or fumes.
c) Keep children and bystanders away while operating a tool. Distractions can
cause you to lose control.
2) ELECTRICAL SAFETY
a) Use battery operated tool only with the specifcally designed batteries. Use
of any other batteries may create a risk of fire.
BATTERY
This tool is powered by four LR6 (AA-size) batteries.
To install batteries:
1. Lift up the battery compartment cover
FIG. 1
A
(A) as shown in Figure 1.
2. Insert four fresh AA batteries in the
compartment, placing the batteries
according to (+), (-) markings on
battery door.
WARNING: Batteries can explode, or
leak, and can cause injury or fire. To
reduce this risk:
• Carefully follow all instructions and
warnings on the battery label and
package.
• Always inser t batteries correctly with
regard to polarity (+ and –), marked on the battery and the equipment.
• Do not short batter y terminals.
• Do not charge 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.
• Remove dead batteries immediately and dispose of per local codes.
• 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.
3) PERSONAL SAFETY
a) Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common sense when
operating a tool. Do not use a power tool while you are tired or under the
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