Leica DISTO™ D2
The original laser distance meter
User Manual
English
Congratulations on the purchase of your
Leica DISTO™ D2.
The safety instructions and the user
manual should be read through
carefully before you use the
person responsible for the product must ensure that
all users understand these directions and adhere to
them.
Symbols used in this manual
The symbols used have the following meaning:
WARNING
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation or
an unintended use which, if not avoided, could result
in death or serious injury.
CAUTION:
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation or
an unintended use which, if not avoided, may result
in minor injury and/or in appreciable material, financial and environmental damage.
Important paragraphs which must be adhered
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to in practice, as they enable the product to be used
in a technically correct and efficient manner.
product for the first time. The
Intended Use
Permitted uses
• Measuring distances
• Computing functions, e.g. areas and volumes
Adverse uses
• Using the instrument without instructions
• Using outside the stated limits
• Deactivation of safety systems and removal of
explanatory and hazard labels
• Opening of the equipment by using tools (screwdrivers etc.)
• Carrying out modification or conversion of the
product
• Use of accessories from other manufacturers
without the express approval of Leica Geosystems.
• Deliberate or irresponsible behaviour on scaffolding, when using ladders, when measuring
near machines which are running, or near parts of
machines or installations which are unprotected
• Aiming directly into the sun
• Deliberate dazzling of third parties; even in the
dark
• Inadequate safeguards at the surveying site (e.g
when measuring on roads, construction sites,
etc.)
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Symbols used in this manual
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Limits of use
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Also see section "Technical data".
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The Leica DISTO™ is designed for use in areas permanently habitable by humans, do not use the product
in explosion hazardous areas or in aggressive environments.
Responsibilities
Responsibilities of the manufacturer of the original equipment Leica Geosystems AG, CH-9435
Heerbrugg (for short Leica Geosystems):
Leica Geosystems is responsible for supplying the
product, including the User Manual and original
accessories, in a completely safe condition.
(Additional language versions can be found at:
www.disto.com)
Responsibilities of the manufacturer of non-
Leica accessories:
The manufacturers of non-Leica accessories for the
Leica DISTO™ are responsible for developing, implementing and communicating safety concepts for their
products. They are also responsible for the effectiveness of these safety concepts in combination with
the Leica Geosystems equipment.
Responsibilities of the person in charge of the
instrument:
WARNING
The person responsible for the instrument
must ensure that the equipment is used in accord-
ance with the instructions. This person is also
accountable for the deployment of personnel and for
their training and for the safety of the equipment
when in use.The person in charge of the product has
the following duties:
• To understand the safety instructions on the
product and the instructions in the user manual.
• To be familiar with local safety regulations
relating to accident prevention.
• To inform Leica Geosystems immediately if the
equipment becomes unsafe.
Overview
Keyboard
See drawing {A}:
1 ON/DIST (ON/MEAS) - button
2 PLUS [+] - button
3 FUNCTION - button
4 REFERENCE - button
5 CLEAR/OFF - button
6 HISTORICAL MEMORY/TIMER - button
7 ILLUMINATION/UNITS - button
8 MINUS [-] - button
Overview
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