Leica Rugby 300 SG User Manual
Leica Rugby 300 SG
User Manual
Version 1.1
English
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This manual contains important Safety Directions
(refer to chapter Safety directions) as well as
instructions for setting up the product and operating it.
Read Carefully through the User Manual before you
switch on the product.
The symbols used in the User Manual have the following meaning:
DANGER:
Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will
result in death or serious injury.
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 or moderate injury and / or appreciable material,
financial and environmental damage.
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Important paragraphs which must be adhered to in practice as they enable
the product to be used in a technically correct and efficient manner.
Product Identification
The instrument model and serial number of your product are indicated on the
label on the base of the unit.
Enter the model and serial number in your manual and always refer to this
information when you need to contact your agency or Leica Geosystems
authorized service workshop.
Type-Serial No.: 300-____________ Date of purchase:_____________
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Table of Contents
Introduction.................................. 4
Features and Functions ............ 5
Operation ...................................... 6
Entering Grade .............................. 6
Direct Grade Entry....................... 6
Grade Entry by Digit .................... 6
Grade Zero .................................. 6
Grade Capability.......................... 6
Grade Swap................................. 7
Grade Matching ........................... 7
Identification of the Axes................ 8
Slope - Percent of Grade ............... 8
Alignment of the Axes.................... 8
Precise Alignment of the Axes....... 9
Setup............................................ 10
General Setup.............................. 10
Location ..................................... 10
Recommended Head Speeds ... 10
Tripod Setup .............................. 10
Setup Options .............................. 11
Head Speeds............................. 12
H.I. (Height of Instrument) ......... 12
Automatic and Manual Mode:.... 12
Manual Mode with Grade .......... 13
Wind Sensitivity ......................... 13
Beam Masking........................... 13
Additional Setup Options ............. 14
Checking Level Accuracy....... 15
Checking Level Accuracy ............ 15
Checking the X-Axis .................. 15
Checking the Y-Axis .................. 15
Adjusting Level Accuracy............. 16
To Enter Adjustment Mode........ 16
X-Axis Accuracy Adjustment ..... 16
Y-Axis Accuracy Adjustment ..... 16
Accessories ............................... 17
Batteries....................................... 17
The Sighting Scope ..................... 18
Troubleshooting........................ 19
Display Screen Explanations....... 19
Troubleshooting Suggestions ...... 20
Care and Transport .................. 21
Transport ..................................... 21
Storage ........................................ 21
Cleaning and Drying .................... 22
Safety Directions ...................... 23
General........................................ 23
Intended Use ............................... 23
Permitted use ............................ 23
Adverse use............................... 23
Limits of Use ................................ 24
Responsibilities............................ 24
Warranty ...................................... 24
Hazards of Use ............................ 24
Laser classification ...................... 26
Labeling ....................................... 27
Electromagnetic Compatibility
(EMC) .......................................... 28
Description................................. 28
FCC Statement, Applicable in
U.S............................................... 29
Labeling Rugby 300 SG ............. 30
Technical Data........................... 31
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Introduction
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Introduction
The Rugby Grade laser is designed to
serve your needs in a wide variety of
applications.
It is a proven tool for increased
production with substantial reduction
of labor, time and material costs. It can
be used to accurately control land
leveling, sloped or level grading,
trenching, open cut mining, dredging,
contouring of levees, general
construction and excavation.
This manual contains operating and
set-up procedures for common
applications. Its purpose is to describe
the features of the Rugby and how the
Rugby operates. The manual is not
intended to describe specific
applications. Contact your local dealer
or Leica Geosystems for information
specific to your jobsite requirements.
The Rugby Grade lasers are rugged,
accurate and fully electronic with an
operating range up to 2,500 feet (770
meters) diameter.
The Rugby 300 SG is a single grade
laser and is capable of producing an
accurate plane of laser light for
applications that are level (1) or having
a single grade (2).
Alignment is as easy as sighting over
the top of the Rugby to your control
point using the integrated alignment
sights or the optional sighting scope
assembly. For increased accuracy,
follow the procedure for Precise
Alignment of the Axes.
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Features and Functions
Features and Functions
1 POWER Button – Powers the
Rugby on and off.
2 LCD Display – Shows the grade
setting for the X axis. The display
shows also Beam Masking, Battery
status, H.I. and Head Speed.
3 X-axis Button – Press to set grade
in the X-axis.
4 UP Arrow Button – After pressing
X, press to increase the grade
shown.
5 STAR Button – Press to enter
setup screens and the grade entry
by digit screen.
6 DOWN Arrow Button – After
pressing X, press to decrease the
grade shown.
7 Circular Level Vial – For initial
setup reference.
8 12-volt input – Charge the
batteries or run the Rugby directly
from 12-volts.
9 Dual Batteries – The Rugby will
run with one or two sets of batteries
for maximum flexibility and battery
life.
10 Raised alignment sights and
mounting plate for the optional
sighting scope.
11 Easy grip handle for carrying and
setup.
12 Tripod mount for attachment to a
5/8”-11 tripod.
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Operation
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Operation
Entering Grade
Direct Grade Entry
Grade Entry by Digit
Grade Zero
The grade in either axis can quickly be
set to zero by pressing both the Up
and Down buttons simultaneously
while in either grade entry mode.
When changing grade using the direct
entry method, the counter will always
stop at zero. Release the button and
press again to continue counting
beyond zero.
Grade Capability
The Rugby 300 SG can have up to
25.000% grade in the X-axis.
The Y-axis does not have grade
capabilitiy, and is a “level only” axis.
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If no button is pressed, the
display will revert to the main display
after ten seconds.
Press POWER to turn the
Rugby on.
Press X to enter X-axis grade
mode.
Use the UP or DOWN buttons
to set the desired grade.
Press X to exit.
While in the grade entry
screens, press the STAR
button and a cursor will
appear on the +/- sign.
Press the STAR button to
move the cursor to the right.
Press the UP or DOWN
buttons to change the sign or
the digit that is highlighted.
Press X to exit.
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Operation
Grade Swap
The grade in the X-axis can easily be
swapped from positive to negative in
the Grade Entry by Digit screen.
Align the Y-axis (level) to the center
line, the X-axis or cross axis grade can
be made to fall to the right or lefthand
side simply by changing the +/- sign on
the display.
Grade Matching
In Direct Grade Entry mode the
movement of the leveling mechanism
moves at the same speed as the grade
counters.
To match an existing slope, set up the
laser over the known gradebreak
(base) of the slope, and align the cross
axis (level only) of the laser to the end
of the slope with both control points
parallel to the direction of grade.
Adjust the Rod-Eye receiver on your
grade rod for the elevation of the laser
at the gradebreak next to the laser.
Move the grade rod to a point on the
slope that is too be matched. Then,
dial grade into the laser until the RodEye indicates an on-grade reading.
The percent of grade in the display is
now equal to the grade being matched.
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Operation
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Identification of the Axes
1 X+ Axis – When positive grade is
entered in the X-axis, grade will
increase in this direction.
2 Y Axis – Always level
3 Front of Rugby – See also axis
labeling on the side of the laser and
inside the top windows.
Slope - Percent of Grade
Slope:
The change in elevation per unit of
measure (foot, meter, etc.)
Percent of Grade:
The change in elevation per 100 units
of measure (feet, meters, etc.)
Calculating Percent of Grade from
the Slope:
Slope = 0.0059
Conversion = 0.0059 x 100
Percent of Grade = 0.590%
Alignment of the Axes
When the desired grade is correctly set
in the display, it is necessary to align
the X and Y axes to the jobsite.
Ensure the circular level vial is
positioned near the center of the circle
for maximum self-leveling capability.
Ensure the Rugby is properly
positioned over a control point.
As shown, the direction of the X-axis is
seen from the front of the Rugby,
sighting over the top of the Rugby.
Rotate the Rugby slightly until the
sights are aligned with your second
control point.
Once aligned, work can begin.
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An optional sighting scope is
also available.
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For very accurate alignment,
refer to the steps for Precise Alignment
of the Axes.
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Operation
Precise Alignment of the Axes
Under most conditions, the raised
alignment marks on the top of the
Rugby are adequate for alignment of
the axes. However, for more precise
alignment, use the following
procedure.
Objective:
• To establish Point A on the Y-axis
as a reference and take an
elevation reading.
• To dial grade into the X-axis and
then adjust the position of the laser
until the original elevation at Point A
is again found.
Procedure:
1 With 0.000% grade in both axes,
set up the Rugby directly over a
grade stake and rough align the Yaxis to a second grade stake that
we will call Point A.
2 Take an elevation reading at Point
A using a Rod-Eye Receiver and a
survey rod.
3 Enter +5.000% grade into the X-
axis. When grade is entered in the
X-axis, the Y-axis acts like a hinge
or fulcrum.
4 With 5.000% in the X-axis, take a
second reading at Point A.
Alignment:
• If the second reading is equal to the
first reading, the X-axis is aligned
correctly.
• If the second reading is greater
than the first reading, rotate the
Rugby clockwise (to the right) until
the two readings are the same.
• If the second reading is less than
the first reading, rotate the Rugby
counter-clockwise (to the left) until
the two readings are the same.
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Setup
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Setup
General Setup
Location
Make sure the location is clear of
possible obstructions that may block or
reflect the laser beam.
Make the most efficient use of the
Rugby’s operating radius. The Rugby
can be placed in the center of the
working area or to one side.
Make sure the ground is stable.
Ground vibration and extremely windy
conditions can affect the operation of
the Rugby.
If working in very dusty conditions,
place the Rugby up-wind. The dirt and
will then be blown away from the
Rugby and reduce interference.
Recommended Head Speeds
For surveying and manual machine
control applications the typical head
speed is 10 rps (600 rpm).
For automatic machine control
applications it is recommended to use
the highest head speed, 20 rps, to
increase the frequency of updates.
When working at extended distances,
decreasing the head speed
(increasing the pulse time on the
receiver) or changing the band width of
the receiver to wide band can improve
distance and performance.
Tripod Setup
Attach the Rugby securely to a tripod
or laser trailer, or mount on a stable
level surface.
Always check the tripod or trailer
before beginning work.
Make sure all screws, bolts, and nuts
are tight.
If your tripod has chains, they should
be slightly loose to allow for thermal
expansion during the day.
On extremely windy days, secure the
tripod. Placing a sandbag on each leg
can do this. (See also adjustment for
setting the wind sensitivity of the
Rugby.)
If using a tripod with a quick disconnect
adapter, point the control lever into the
wind. This places the locking
mechanism also into the wind, and will
provide better stability.
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