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Manual-Leveling Rotary Laser Level
Model Nos. 40-6500, 40-6505 and 40-6510
Instruction Manual
Congratulations on your choice of this Manual-Leveling Rotary Laser
Level. We suggest you read this instruction manual thoroughly before
using the instrument. Save this instruction manual for future use.
This is a Class IIIa laser tool and is manufactured to comply
with CFR 21, parts 1040.10 and 1040.11 as well as international
safety rule IEC 285.
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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. Self-Check
9. Technical Specifications
10. Application Demonstrations
11. Care and Handling
12. Product Warranty
13. Product Registration
14. Accessories
1. Kit Contents
For Model No. 40-6500
Description
Qty.
Manual-Leveling Rotary Laser Level 1
“AA” Alkaline Batteries 4
6V Battery Adapter 1
Tinted Glasses 1
Instruction Manual with Warranty Card 1
Soft-sided Carrying Case 1
For Model No. 40-6505
Description Qty.
Manual-Leveling Rotary Laser Level 1
“AA” Alkaline Batteries 4
6V Battery Adapter 1
Tinted Glasses 1
Remote Control with 9 Volt Battery 1
Instruction Manual with Warranty Card 1
Soft-sided Carrying Case 1

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For Model No. 40-6510
Description Qty.
Manual-Leveling Rotary Laser Level 1
“AA” Alkaline Batteries 4
6V Battery Adapter 1
Multi-Functional Mount with Carrying Case 1
Remote Control with 9 volt Battery 1
Detector with 9 volt Battery and Clamp 1
Tinted Glasses 1
Magnetic Target 1
Portable Elevating Tripod with Carrying Case 1
Instruction Manual with Warranty Card 1
Soft Sided Carrying Case 1
2. Features and Functions
• Emits a horizontal laser plane.
• Emits a vertical laser plane with simultaneous 90º split beam.
• Emits a line perpendicular to rotating plane, to form laser cross
line movable by 360 degrees.
• Large and small range scan modes achieve a chalk line.
• Scan line can be moved clockwise or counter-clockwise.
• Variable rotation speed.
• Integral Slope Dial
3. Safety Instructions
Please read and understand all of the following instructions, prior
to using this tool. Failure to do so, may void the warranty.
CAUTION: If using this product with any type of tinted goggles,
please note safety warning below.

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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 from tool.
• Do not stare directly at the laser beam.
• Do not project the laser beam directly into the eyes of others.
• Do not set up laser tool at eye level or operate the tool near a reflective surface as
the laser beam could be projected into your eyes or into the eyes of others.
• Do not place the laser tool in a manner that may cause someone to unintentionally
look into the laser beam. Serious eye injury may result.
• Do not operate the tool in explosive environments, i.e. in the presence of gases or
flammable liquids.
• Keep the laser tool out of the reach of children and other untrained persons.
• Do not attempt to view the laser beam through optical tools such as telescopes as
serious eye injury may result.
• Always turn the laser tool off when not in use or left unattended for a period of time.
• Remove the batteries when storing the tool for an extended time (more than 3 months)
to avoid damage to the tool should the batteries deteriorate.
• Do not attempt to repair or disassemble the laser tool. If unqualified persons attempt
to repair this tool, warranty will be void.
• Use only original AccuLine Pro
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parts and accessories purchased from your AccuLine
Pro authorized dealer. Use of non-AccuLine Pro parts and accessories will void warranty.
DANGER!
Class IIIa Laser Product
Max. Power Output: ≤ 5mW
Wavelength: 625-645nm
THIS TOOL EMITS LASER RADIATION. DO NOT
STARE INTO BEAM. AVOID DIRECT EYE EXPOSURE.

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4. Location/Content of Warning Labels

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5. Location of Part/Components
X-Level Vial
90º Split Beam
Output Aperture
Z-Level Vial
(Vertical)
Vertical Laser
Output Window
Slope Adjusting Knob
X/Z-Leveling
Knob
Rotating Laser
Output Aperture
Battery Door
DC 6V Power Jack
Operating Panel
Y-Level Vial
Y-Leveling
Knob
5/8" – 11
Thread
Mounting
Bracket

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6. Operating Instructions
IMPORTANT: It is the responsibility of the user to verify the
calibration of the instrument before each use.
Battery Installation
Note: Always check to be sure that the
on/off switch is in the off position before
removing and replacing batteries.
1. Turn the instrument 90 degrees.
2. Remove the battery door.
3. Put in four AA alkaline batteries into the
battery compartment, noting polarity (as shown).
4. Snap the battery door back into place.
Note: Do not charge alkaline batteries to avoid explosion.
Used (discharged) batteries are hazardous waste and should be
disposed of properly.
Instrument Usage
Horizontal Instruction
1. Put four “AA” alkaline batteries into the instrument or power the
instrument by connecting DC 6V through power jack.
2. Mount the instrument on a 5/8" –11 tripod.
3. Make sure that the slope adjusting knob is at 0.
4. Adjust the leveling-knob to center the bubble of both vials in X
and Y axis.

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5. Turn the instrument on
and then start operation.
6. Turn off the unit after
operations.
Note: Make sure that the
grade adjusting knob
points to 0
Level Vial Adjusting Method
X/Z-Leveling
Knob
Y-Level
Knob
Rotating
Laser Line
Grade Adjusted by
Grade Adjusting
Screw