Skil 8201-CL User Manual

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Read all instructions. Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in hazardous radiation exposure, electric shock, fire and/or

serious injury. The term “tool” in all of the warnings listed below refers to your mains-operated

(corded) tool or battery-operated (cordless) tool.

The following labels are on your laser tool for your convenience and safety. They indicate where the laser light is emitted by the tool.

ALWAYS BE AWARE of their location when using the tool.

Do not direct the laser beam at persons or animals and do not stare into the laser beam yourself. This tool produces laser class 2M laser radiation and complies with 21 CFR

1040.10 and 1040.11 except for deviations pursuant to Laser Notice No. 50, dated June

24, 2007. This can lead to persons being blinded.

Changes or modifications to this equipment not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.

CAUTION Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure.

DO NOT remove or deface any warning or caution labels. Removing labels increases the risk of exposure to laser radiation.

Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified in this manual, may result in hazardous radiation exposure.

ALWAYS make sure that any bystanders in the vicinity of use are made aware of the dangers of looking directly into the laser tool.

DO NOT place the laser tool in a position that may cause anyone to stare into the laser beam intentionally or unintentionally. Serious eye injury could result.

ALWAYS position the laser tool securely. Damage to the laser tool and/or serious injury to the user could result if the laser tool fails.

ALWAYS use only the accessories that are recommended by the manufacturer of your laser tool. Use of accessories that have been designed for use with other laser tools could result in serious injury.

DO NOT use this laser tool for any purpose other than those outlined in this manual. This could result in serious injury.

DO NOT leave the laser tool “ON” unattended in any operating mode. DO NOT disassemble the laser tool. There are no user serviceable parts inside. Do not modify

the product in any way. Modifying the laser tool may result in hazardous laser radiation exposure.

DO NOT the laser viewing glasses as safety goggles. The laser viewing glasses are used for improved visualization of the laser beam, but they do not protect against laser radiation.

DO NOT use the laser viewing glasses as sun glasses or in traffic. The laser viewing glasses do not afford complete UV protection and reduce color perception.

DO NOT use any optical tools such as, but not limited to, telescopes or transits to view the laser beam. Serious eye injury could result.

DO NOT stare directly at the laser beam or project the laser beam directly into the eyes of others. Serious eye injury could result.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

General Safety Rules

WARNING

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Work area safety

Keep work area clean and well lit.

Cluttered or dark areas invite accidents.

DO NOT operate the laser tool around children or allow children to operate the laser tool. Serious eye injury could result.

Electrical safety

Batteries can explode or leak, cause injury or fire.

To reduce this risk, always follow all instructions and warnings on the battery label and package. DO NOT short any battery terminals. DO NOT charge alkaline batteries. DO NOT mix old and new batteries. Replace all of them at the same time with new batteries of the same brand and type. DO NOT mix battery chemistries. Dispose of or recycle batteries per local code. DO NOT dispose of batteries in fire. Keep batteries out of reach of children. Remove batteries if the device will not be used for several months.

Personal safety

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

while operating a tool may result in serious personal injury or incorrect measurement results.

Use safety equipment. Always wear eye protection. Safety equipment such as dust

mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection used for appropriate conditions will reduce personal injuries.

Use and care

Use the correct tool for your application.

The correct tool will do the job better and safer.

Do not use the tool if the switch does not turn it on and off. Any tool that cannot be

controlled with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired.

Store idle tool out of the reach of children and do not allow persons unfamiliar with the tool or these instructions to operate the tool. Tools are dangerous in the hands

of untrained users.

Maintain tools. Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts and any other condition that may affect the operation. If damaged, tool repaired before use. Many accidents are

caused by poorly maintained tools.

Use the tool, accessories, etc., in accordance with these instructions and in the manner intended for the particular type of tool, taking into account the working conditions and the work to be performed. Use of the tool for operations

different from those intended could result in a hazardous situation.

Service

Have your tool serviced by a qualified repair person using only identical replacement parts. This will ensure that the

safety of the tool is maintained.

Develop a periodic maintenance schedule for tool. When cleaning a tool be careful not to disassemble any portion of the tool since internal wires may be misplaced or pinched or may be improperly mounted.

Certain cleaning agents such as gasoline, carbon tetrachloride, ammonia, etc. may damage plastic parts.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.

WARNING

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This tool is intended for determining and checking horizontal ad vertical lines.

The tool is suitable exclusively for operation in enclosed working sites.

Intended Use

Inserting/Replacing the Battery

ALWAYS turn off the laser and the main power switch before removing and replacing the batteries.

Alkaline batteries are recommended for the tool.

The battery compartment is located on the back of the unit. Remove the battery cover by sliding it towards the bottom of the instrument.

When inserting, pay attention to the correct polarity according to the representation on the inside of the battery compartment.

Always replace all batteries at the same time. Only use batteries from one brand and with the identical capacity.

• Remove the batteries from the

tool when not using it for extended periods. When storing for extended

periods, the batteries can corrode and discharge themselves.

The numbering of the product features shown refers to the illustration of the tool on page 3.

1 Power switch 2 Laser mode indicator (LED) 3 Laser aperture 4 Battery compartment 5 1/4-20 tripod mount

Other Features (not shown)

6 Laser warning label 7 Protective case*

8 Tripod*

*The accessories illustrated or described are not included as standard delivery.

Features

Preparation

Initial Operation

• Protect the tool against moisture and direct sun irradiation.

• Do not subject the tool to extreme temperatures or variations in temperature.

As an example, do not leave it in vehicles for longer periods. In case of large variations in temperature, allow the tool to adjust to the ambient temperature before putting it into operation. In case of extreme temperatures or variations in temperature, the accuracy of the tool can be impaired.

• Avoid heavy impact or and prevent the tool from falling. After heavy exterior

impact on the tool, an accuracy check should always be carried out before continuing to work (see “Leveling Accuracy”).

• Switch the tool off during transport.

Switch off the leveling unit, which can be damaged in the case of intense movement.

Turning on the Tool

To switch on the tool, push the On/Off switch 1 once. Immediately after switching on, the tool sends one laser beam out of the exit opening 3.

• Do not point the laser beam at persons or animals and do not look into the laser beam yourself, not even from a large distance.

To switch off the tool, push the On/Off switch 1 four more times. When switching off, the levelling unit is locked.

• Do not leave the switched on tool

unattended and switch the tool off after use. Other persons could be blinded by the

laser beam.

Automatic Leveling Working with Automatic Leveling

Position the tool on a level and firm surface, hold it by the b against a vertical surface or attach it to a tripod 8.

After switching on, the leveling function automatically compensates irregularities within the self-leveling range of ±4°. The leveling is finished as soon as the laser beams do not move any more. The indicator 2 lights up green.

If the automatic leveling function is not possible, e. g. because the surface on which the tool stands deviates by more than 4° from the horizontal plane, the indicator 2 lights up red and the lasers automatically begins to flash. In this case, bring the tool to the level position, and wait for the self leveling to take place. As soon as the tool is within the self-leveling range of ±4° again, the indicator

2 lights up green and the laser

beams are switched on.

Operation

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Working range

–Standard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .up to 30ft(10m)

Leveling Accuracy . . . . . . .up to ±1/4”@ 30ft

(±6.4mm at 9m)

Fan Angle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .120°

Leveling Range . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ±4°

Leveling duration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 s

Laser Class . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2M

Laser Beam Power . . . . . . . . . . .635-660nm

≤1mW max.

Operating

temperature range . . . . . . . . . . .41°F ~104°F

(+5°C ~ +40°C)

Storage

temperature range. . . . . . . . . . -4° F ~ 158°F

(-20°C ~ +70°C)

Batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 x 1.5 V LR6 (AA)

Operating lifetime, approx. . . . . . . . . . . . 15h

Weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.1lb

(0.5 kg)

(including 3 `AA’ alkaline batteries)

Tripod mount . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1/4-20

Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.4” x 3.2” x 3.6”

(60.5 x 79.8 x 92mm)

Technical Data

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In case of ground vibrations or position changes during operation, the tool is automatically leveled in again. To avoid errors, check the position of the horizontal and vertical laser line with regard to the reference points upon re-leveling.

Operating Modes Fig.1

The tool has four operating modes between which you can switch at any time with the on/off switch 1:

–1 Horizontal laser line: The tool generates a

horizontal laser line running side to side.

–2 Vertical laser line: The tool generates a

vertical laser line running upward and downward.

–3 Laser cross line: The tool generates two

laser lines one horizontal and one vertical that cross. The laser lines cross each other at a 90° angle.

–4 Manual Mode: The tool generates a

horizontal laser line with the compensator locked. When the compensator is locked the tool can be used on a tilt that exceeds 4°.

–5 OFF:

LED indicator

A- LED Illuminates green when unit is ON

B- LED illuminates red in Manual Mode

C-LED illuminates red and lasers blink when

out of leveling range.

Working Advice

• Always use the center of the laser line for marking. The width of the laser line

changes with the distance.

Working with the Tripod

A tripod offers a stable, height-adjustable measuring support. Place the tool via the tripod mount 5 onto the 1/4-20 male thread of the tripod and screw the locking screw of the tripod tight.

Use with Accessories

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