Table of Contents
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Genaral Safety Instructions - - - - - - - - - - - - -2
Instrument Set-up- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -3
Introduction- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -3
Overview - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -3
Display- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -4
Insert batteries - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -4
Labeling - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -5
Operations- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -6
Switching ON/OFF - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -6
Clear - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -6
Message Codes - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -6
Beep ON/OFF- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -6
Illumination ON/OFF - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -6
Distance unit setting - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -6
Adjusting measuring reference / tripod - - - - - - - - - - -7
Multifunctional endpiece- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -7
Measuring Functions - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -8
Measuring single distance - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -8
Permament / Minimum-Maximum measuring - - - - - - -8
Add / Subtract- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -8
Area- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -9
Volume- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -10
Pythagoras (2-point) - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -11
Pythagoras (3-point) - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -11
Stake out - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -12
Memory (10 last displays) - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -13
Delete Memory - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -13
Message Codes - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -14
Care- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -14
Service - United States - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -15
Technical Data - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -14
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Genaral Safety Instructions
WARNING
Read all safety warnings and instructions.
Before using the appliance, read these
safety instructions, the appliance’s oper-
ator’s manual (found on the enclosed CD)
and all labels on the appliance.
• Do not allow persons unfamiliar with the
appliance, these safety instructions, and
the appliance’s operator’s manual to
operate the appliance.
This appliance can be dangerous in the
hands of untrained users.
• Do not overreach. Keep proper footing
and balance at all times.
This enables better control of the appliance in unexpected situations.
• Ensure adequate safeguards at the work
site (e.g. surveying site when measuring
on roads, construction sites, etc.)
WARNING
The device produces visible laser beams,
which are emitted from the appliance.
This device is a Class 2 laser product in
accordance with IEC 60825-1:2007
• Laser light - Do not stare into beam or
view directly with optical instruments.
Do not point laser light at others. Laser
light can cause eye damage.
• Avoid dangerous environments.
Do not use in rain, snow, damp or wet locations. Do not use in the presence of explo-
sive atmospheres (gaseous fumes, dust or
flammable materials).
• Maintain appliances. If damaged, have
the appliance repaired before use.
Accidents may be caused by poorly maintained appliances.
• Use appliance only with specifically
designated accessories.
Use of any other accessories may create a
risk of injury.
• This tool is designed to be powered by
2-AAA batteries properly inserted into
the tool.
Do not attempt to use with any other
voltage or power supply.
• Do not leave batteries within the reach of
children.
• Do not mix new and used batteries.
• Do not mix brands (or types within
brands) of batteries.
• Do not mix rechargeable and nonrechargeable batteries.
• Install batteries according to polarity
(+ / –) diagrams.
• Properly dispose of used batteries
immediately.
• Do not incinerate or dismantle batteries.
• Under abusive conditions, liquid may be
ejected from the battery, avoid contact. If
contact accidentally occurs, flush with
water. If liquid contacts eyes, additionally seek medical help.
Liquid ejected from the battery may cause
irritation or burns.
• Keep hands away from all moving parts.
• Watch out for erroneous measurements
if the appliance is defective or if it has
been dropped, misused or modified.
• Carry out periodic test measurements.
Particularly after the appliance has been
subject to abnormal use, and before,
during and after important measurements.
• Do not dispose of appliance or batteries
together with household waste material!
Appliance and batteries that have reached
the end of their life must be collected separately and returned to an environmentally
compatible recycling facility.
• Have your appliance serviced by a qualified repair person using only identical
replacement parts.
This will ensure that the safety of the appliance is maintained.
• Maintain labels and nameplates.
These carry important information. If
unreadable or missing, contact a
MILWAUKEE service facility for a free
replacement.
• The device conforms to the most stringent requirements of the relevant electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) standards and regulations.
Yet, the possibility of causing interference
in other devices cannot be totally
excluded.
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Instrument Set-up
Display
On / Measure
Area
Measuring
reference
Memory
Units
Add / Subtract
Volume
Clear / Off
Pythagoras /
Stake out
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Introduction
The safety instructions and the user manual should be
read through carefully before the product is used for the
first time.
The person responsible for the product must ensure that
all users understand these directions and adhere to them.
The symbols used have the following meanings:
WARNING
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation or an unintended use
which, if not avoided, will 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 appreciable material, financial and environmental damage.
Important paragraphs which must be adhered to in practice
i
as they enable the product to be used in a technically
correct and efficient manner.
Overview
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Instrument Set-up
Laser Radiation
Do not stare into the beam
Laser class 2
acc. IEC 60825-1:2007
Maximum radiant power: <1mW
Emitted wavelength: 620-690nm
Beam divergence: 0.16 x 0.6 mrad
Impulse duration: 0.2 x 10
-9
s - 0.8 x 10-9s
Labeling
EN
Subject to change (drawings, descriptions and technical data)
without prior notice.
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