Porter-Cable LL3100 User Manual

Instruction

manual

The Model and Serial No. plate is located on the main
housing of the tool. Record these numbers in the
spaces below and retain for future reference.

Model No. __________________________________

Type_______________________________________

Serial No. ___________________________________

IMPORTANT

Please make certain that the person who is
to use this equipment carefully reads and
understands these instructions before
starting operations.

Part No. 905067 - 03-21-02

ESPAÑOL: PÁGINA 9
FRANÇAISE : PAGE 19

To learn more about Porter-Cable

visit our website at:

http://www.porter-cable.com

Copyright © 2002 Porter-Cable Corporation

Patents Pending. Engineered in USA.

Manufactured in PRC.

LASER LEVEL

3-BEAM, SQUARE & PLUMB LASER

MODEL LL3100

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GENERAL SAFETY RULES

ELECTRICAL SAFETY

1. Use battery operated laser level with alkaline batteries only. Use of

any other batteries may permanently damage the laser level.

PERSONAL SAFETY

1. Stay alert, watch what you are doing, and use common sense when
operating a laser. Do not use laser level while tired or under the influence
of drugs, alcohol, or medication. A moment of inattention while operating a

laser may result in personal injury.

2. Use safety equipment. Eye protection, dust mask, non-skid safety shoes,
hard hat, or hearing protection must be used for appropriate conditions.

TOOL USE AND CARE

1. Do not use laser level if switch does not turn it on or off. A laser that

cannot be controlled with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired.

2. Store idle laser level out of reach of children and other untrained
persons. Laser levels should only be used by trained users.

3. Use only accessories that are recommended by the manufacturer for
your model. Accessories that may be suitable for one laser level may create

a risk of injury when used on another laser level.

SERVICE

1. Laser level service must be performed only by qualified repair
personnel. Service or maintenance performed by unqualified personnel may

result in a risk of injury.

2. When servicing a laser level, use only identical replacement parts.
Follow instructions in the Maintenance Section of this manual. Use of

unauthorized parts or failure to follow Maintenance Instructions may create a
risk of shock or injury.

SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES

1. Be aware that the laser level is always in an operating condition,
because it does not have to be plugged into an electrical outlet. Always set

the switch to the “OFF” position when installing or removing the batteries.

2. WARNING: There are certain applications for which this laser level
was designed. Porter-Cable strongly recommends that this laser level NOT

be modified and/or used for any application other than for which it was
designed. If you have any questions relative to its application DO NOT use the
Laser Level until you have written Porter-Cable and we have advised you.

Technical Service Manager
Porter-Cable Corporation
4825 Highway 45 North
Jackson, TN 38305

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1. User Safety

AVOID EXPOSURE: Laser radiation is emitted from this

aperture. This symbol is attached to the the laser level and
references every aperture.

Important: These labels are attached to every laser
level. They are not to be removed or defaced.

Caution: Use of controls, adjustments or

procedures other than those specified herein may result in laser radiation
exposure. Never stare directly into beam or view directly with optical
instruments.

Do not disassemble or attempt to perform any internal servicing. Repairs
or service to this device are to be performed by authorized service
centers only.

Do not aim the laser beams in the laser level at others.

The laser level contains a semiconductor laser diode with a
wavelength of 635 nanometers. The continuous output of any single beam
never exceeds 1.0 milliwatts.

The laser level complies with US FDA performance standards,
21 CFR, Subchapter J.

2. Laser Level Features

FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION

FOREWORD

Porter-Cable Model LL3100 Laser Level is a

time-saving precision laser
level of superior quality and is easy to use. Turn on the laser level and you
have three, perfectly square beams for level, plumb and square applications.

ASSEMBLY

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OPERATION

3. How to use Laser Level

Introduction:

Congratulations! You have just purchased a time-saving precision laser tool
of superior quality. The laser level is both precise and easy to use. Simply
turn the laser level on and you have three, perfectly square beams for your
level, plumb and square applications. Use the bubble vials to manually level
your new laser level.

Turning laser level on and off:

To turn the laser level on, turn the knob on the back
of the unit clockwise.

To turn the laser level off, turn the knob
counter clockwise to the original position.

Leveling laser level:

The laser level has three 90°beams that can be used to level, plumb and
square.

When the laser level is in the
horizontal orientation the
bubble in the bubble vial (A)
in the middle of the unit must
be centered.

When the laser level is in the
vertical orientation the bubble
in the bubble vial (B) closest to
the beams must be centered.

Battery Replacement:

Turn on/off switch on the back of the laser level in the
counter-clockwise direction and completely unscrew the
switch. This will provide you access to the battery
compartment. Replace all three batteries and then return
the switch to the original position.

Note: Alkaline batteries offer the longest battery life when used in this device.

A

B

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4. Product Applications

The laser level has three 90

°

beams that can be used to level, plumb and

square.

Applications include:

Flooring installations, leveling shelves and cabinets, squaring windows
and door frames, aligning forms and posts, determining elevation
differences and more.

Flooring Installations

Leveling Shelves & Cabinets

Attaching laser level:

1/4" x 20 Tripod Mount: Use the threaded hole in the base to mount the
laser level to a camera, contractor's or surveyor's tripod.

Strap Raceways: Use straps (not included) to fasten the laser level
to pipes, studs, etc.

Magnetic Base: Use the magnetic base to lock the laser level on to
metal studs and pipes.

V-Groove: Use the v-groove to align the laser level on pipes up to 10" in
diameter.

Grading Elevations

Squaring Windows & Door Frames

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5. Product Specifications

Accuracy: +/- 1/4" @ 75'
Manual Leveling: 3 bubble vials
Range: Laser visibility – up to 100'
Tripod Mount: 1/4" x 20 (

can be used without tripod; tripod not included

)

Laser Diode: Class II, 635nm
Environmental: Dust, dirt and water resistant
Power Supply: 3 “AAA” batteries (not included)
Made In China

6. Care and Maintenance

This device is a product of superior design and manufacture and should be
treated with care. The suggestions below will help you fulfill warranty
obligations and also allow you to enjoy this product for many years. When
using the device:

Keep it and all its parts and accessories out of the reach of small children.

Keep it dry. Although the laser level is water resistant, precipitation, humidity and
liquids containing minerals that will corrode electrical circuits can
still enter the device.

Do not store the laser level in hot areas. High temperatures
can shorten the life of electronic devices, damage batteries and warp or
melt certain plastics.

Do no store the laser level in cold areas. When the device warms up to its
normal operating temperature, moisture can form inside, where it may
damage circuit boards.

Although the laser level is dust and dirt resistant do not store in dusty, dirty
areas as long term exposure to these elements may damage
internal moving parts.

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FAILURE TO START

Should your laser level fail to operate, make sure batteries are charged and
properly installed.

BATTERY

The batteries will discharge if stored for long periods of time, and may require
replacement before use.

SERVICE AND REPAIRS

All quality tools will eventually require servicing or replacement of parts due to
wear from normal use. These operations, should ONLY be performed by
either an AUTHORIZED PORTER-CABLE SERVICE STATION or a
PORTER-CABLE

• DELTA FACTORY SERVICE CENTER. All repairs made

by these agencies are fully guaranteed against defective material and
workmanship. We cannot guarantee repairs made or attempted by anyone
other than these agencies.

Should you have any questions about your laser level, feel free to write us at
any time. In any communications, please give all information shown on the
nameplate of your laser level (model number, type, serial number, etc.).

ACCESSORIES

A complete line of accessories is available from your Porter-Cable
Supplier, Porter-Cable • Delta Factory Service Centers, and Porter­Cable Authorized Service Stations. Please visit our Web Site

www

.porter-cab

le.com

for a catalog or for the name of your nearest

supplier.

WARNING: Since accessories other than those offered by Porter-

Cable

have not been tested with this product use of such

accessories could be hazardous. For

safest operation, only Porter-

Cable

recommended accessories should be used with this product.

GENERAL MAINTENANCE

KEEP TOOL CLEAN

All plastic parts should be cleaned with a soft damp cloth. NEVER use
solvents to clean plastic parts. They could very possibly dissolve or otherwise
damage the material.

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PORTER-CABLE LIMITED

ONE YEAR WARRANTY

Porter-Cable warrants its Professional Power Tools for a period of one year from the date of original
purchase. We will repair or replace at our option, any part or parts of the product and accessories
covered under this warranty which, after examination, proves to be defective in workmanship or
material during the warranty period. For repair or replacement return the complete tool or accessory,
transportation prepaid, to your nearest Porter-Cable Service Center or Authorized Service Station.
Proof of purchase may be required. This warranty does not apply to repair or replacement required
due to misuse, abuse, normal wear and tear or repairs attempted or made by other than our Service
Centers or Authorized Service Stations.

ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY, INCLUDING THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY
AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, WILL LAST ONLY FOR ONE (1) YEAR FROM THE
DATE OF PURCHASE.

To obtain information on warranty performance please write to: PORTER-CABLE CORPORATION,
4825 Highway 45 North, Jackson, Tennessee 38305; Attention: Product Service. THE FOREGOING
OBLIGATION IS PORTER-CABLE’S SOLE LIABILITY UNDER THIS OR ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY
AND UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES SHALL PORTER-CABLE BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL
OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES. Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied
warranty lasts or the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above
limitation or exclusion may not apply to you.

This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other legal rights which vary from
state to state.

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The following are trademarks of PORTER-CABLE •DELTA (Las siguientes son marcas registradas de PORTER-CABLE •DELTA S.A.) (Les
marques suivantes sont des marques de fabriquant de la PORTER-CABLE

•

DELTA): BAMMER®, LASERLOC®, OMNIJIG®, POCKET CUTTER®,

PORTA-BAND

®

, PORTA-PLANE®, PORTER-CABLE®, QUICKSAND®, SANDTRAP®, SAW BOSS®, SPEED-BLOC®, SPEEDMATIC®,

SPEEDTRONIC

®

, STAIR-EASE®, THE PROFESSIONAL EDGE®, THE PROFESSIONAL SELECT®, TIGER CUB®, TIGER SAW®, TORQ-BUSTER®,

VERSA-PLANE

®

, WHISPER SERIES®, DURATRONIC™, FRAME SAW™, INNOVATION THAT WORKS™, JETSTREAM™, MICRO-SET™,
MORTEN™, NETWORK™, RIPTIDE™, TRU-MATCH™, WOODWORKER’S CHOICE™, THE AMERICAN WOOD SHOP™ (design) , AUTO­SET™, B.O.S.S.™, BUILDER’S SAW™, CONTRACTOR’S SAW™, DELTA™, DELTACRAFT™, HOMECRAFT™, JET-LOCK™, KICKSTAND™,
THE LUMBER COMPANY™ (design). MICRO-SET™, Q3™, QUICKSET II™, QUICKSET PLUS™, SAFEGUARD II™, SANDING CENTER™,
SIDEKICK™, UNIFENCE™, UNIGUARD™, UNIRIP™, UNISAW™, VERSA-FEEDER™ , THIN-LINE™, TPS™, Emc²™.

Trademarks noted with ™ and ® are registered in the United States Patent and Trademark Office and may also be registered in other countries.
Las Marcas Registradas con el signo de ™ y ® son registradas por la Oficina de Registros y Patentes de los Estados Unidos y también pueden
estar registradas en otros países. Marques déposées, indiquées par la lettre ™ et ®, sont déposées au Bureau des brevets d’invention et
marques déposées aux Etats-Unis et pourraient être déposées aux autres pays.

PORTER-CABLE • DELTA SERVICE CENTERS

(CENTROS DE SERVICIO DE PORTER-CABLE • DELTA)

(CENTRE DE SERVICE PORTER-CABLE • DELTA)

Parts and Repair Service for Porter-Cable

•

Delta Power Tools are Available at These Locations

(Obtenga Refaccion de Partes o Servicio para su Herramienta en los Siguientes Centros de Porter-Cable

•

Delta)

(Locations où vous trouverez les pièces de rechange nécessaires ainsi qu’un service d’entretien)

Authorized Service Stations are located in many large cities. Telephone [phone] or 731-541-6042 for assistance locating one. Parts
and accessories for Porter-Cable

•

Delta products should be obtained by contacting any Porter-Cable •Delta Distributor, Authorized

Service Center, or Porter-Cable

•

Delta Factory Service Center. If you do not have access to any of these, call 888-848-5175 and you will

be directed to the nearest Porter-Cable

•

Delta Factory Service Center. Las Estaciones de Servicio Autorizadas están ubicadas en

muchas grandes ciudades. Llame al 800-487-8665 ó al 731-541-6042 para obtener asistencia a fin de localizar una. Las piezas y los
accesorios para los productos Porter-Cable

•

Delta deben obtenerse poniéndose en contacto con cualquier distribuidor Porter-Cable

•

Delta, Centro de Servicio Autorizado o Centro de Servicio de Fábrica Porter-Cable •Delta. Si no tiene acceso a ninguna de estas
opciones, llame al 888-848-5175 y le dirigirán al Centro de Servicio de Fábrica Porter-Cable

•

Delta más cercano. Des centres de service

agréés sont situés dans beaucoup de grandes villes. Appelez au 800-487-8665 ou au 731-541-6042 pour obtenir de l’aide pour en
repérer un. Pour obtenir des pièces et accessoires pour les produits Porter-Cable

•

Delta, s’adresser à tout distributeur Porter-Cable

•

Delta, centre de service agréé ou centre de service d’usine Porter-Cable •Delta. Si vous n’avez accès à aucun de ces centres, appeler
le 888-848-5175 et on vous dirigera vers le centre de service d’usine Porter-Cable

•

Delta le plus proche.

ARIZONA

Tempe 85282 (Phoenix)
2400 West Southern Avenue
Suite 105
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]

CALIFORNIA

Ontario 91761 (Los Angeles)
3949A East Guasti Road
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
San Leandro 94577 (Oakland)
3039 Teagarden Street
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]

COLORADO

Arvada 80003 (Denver)
8175 Sheridan Boulevard, Unit S
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]

FLORIDA

Davie 33314 (Miami)
4343 South State Rd. 7 (441)
Unit #107
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Tampa 33609
4538 W. Kennedy Boulevard
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]

GEORGIA

Forest Park 30297 (Atlanta)
5442 Frontage Road, Suite 112
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]

ILLINOIS

Addison 60101 (Chicago)
400 South Rohlwing Road
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Woodridge 60517 (Chicago)
2033 West 75th Street
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]

MARYLAND

Elkridge 21075 (Baltimore)
7397-102 Washington Blvd.
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]

MASSACHUSETTS

Braintree 02185 (Boston)
719 Granite Street
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Franklin 02038 (Boston)
Franklin Industrial Park
101E Constitution Blvd.
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]

MICHIGAN

Madison Heights 48071 (Detroit)
30475 Stephenson Highway
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]

MINNESOTA

Minneapolis 55429
5522 Lakeland Avenue North
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]

MISSOURI

North Kansas City 64116
1141 Swift Avenue
P.O. Box 12393
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
St. Louis 63119
7574 Watson Road
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]

NEW YORK

Flushing 11365-1595 (N.Y.C.)
175-25 Horace Harding Expwy.
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]

NORTH CAROLINA

Charlotte 28270
9129 Monroe Road, Suite 115
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]

OHIO

Columbus 43214
4560 Indianola Avenue
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Cleveland 44125
8001 Sweet Valley Drive Unit #19
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]

OREGON

Portland 97230
4916 NE 122 nd Ave.
Phone: [phone]
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PENNSYLVANIA

Willow Grove 19090
520 North York Road
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]

TEXAS

Carrollton 75006 (Dallas)
1300 Interstate 35 N, Suite 112
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Houston 77055
West 10 Business Center
1008 Wirt Road, Suite 120
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]

WASHINGTON

Auburn 98001 (Seattle)
3320 West Valley HWY, North
Building D, Suite 111
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]

Printed in U.S.A.

CANADIAN PORTER-CABLE • DELTA SERVICE CENTERS

ALBERTA

Bay 6, 2520-23rd St. N.E.
Calgary, Alberta
T2E 8L2
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]

BRITISH COLUMBIA

8520 Baxter Place
Burnaby, B.C.
V5A 4T8
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]

MANITOBA

1699 Dublin Avenue
Winnipeg, Manitoba
R3H 0H2
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]

ONTARIO

505 Southgate Drive
Guelph, Ontario
N1H 6M7
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]

QUÉBEC

1515 Ave.
St-Jean Baptiste,
Québec, Québec
G2E 5E2
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]

1447, Begin
St-Laurent, (Montréal), Québec
H4R 1V8
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]

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