LD300 - Rangefinder Stabila - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL LD300 Stabila

The warning notices differ from one another concerning the type of danger through the following signs: Î Caution warns against damage to property. Î Warning warns against bodily harm. Î Danger warns against danger to life. Composition of the warning notices

Notes Note: Notes on appropriate handling of laser measuring devices. Operating instructions Composition of the operating instructions: Â Guidance to an operation. Indication of an outcome, if necessary. Schedules Composition of the non numbered schedules: Î Schedule level 1 Î Schedule level 2 Composition of the numbered schedules:

2 Safety and dangers  Make sure that the device is not used without instructions.  Make sure that the device is used exclusively according to the instructions.  Make sure that the safety settings are not disabled.  Make sure that indication labels and caution labels are not removed.  Do not open the device with tools (screwdriver etc.).  Make sure that the device is not converted or modified.  Avoid using accessories of other producers that are not recommended by Stabila.  Make sure that the device is not used carelessly: Πwhen working on scaffolds Πwhen climbing ladders Πwhen measuring near running machines Πwhen measuring on open machine parts or installations  Avoid aiming directly at the sun.  Avoid blinding other persons intentionally (also in darkness).  Make sure that the measuring position is secured sufficiently. (e.g. in streets, on construction sites, etc.)  Make sure that the device is in proper and flawless condition.  Do not use a defective device. 3 Correct ways of employment Πmeasuring of distances Πcalculation of functions e.g. areas and volumes ΠUse the device exclusively in an atmosphere that is permanently inhabitable by humans. 4 Foreseeable misuse  Do not use the device as a laser pointer.  Do not use the device in explosive or aggressive environments. 5 Areas of responsibility

5.1 Area of responsibility of the

manufacturer of the original equipment Stabila Messgeräte, D-76855 Annweiler am Trifels (hereafter Stabila): Î Stabila is responsible for the safety-related flawless delivery of the device, including the operating instructions. Î Stabila is not responsible for accessories produced by other manufacturers. Signal words Type and source of the danger! Â Measure to avoid the danger. Stabila LD 300.book Page 8 Thursday, July 3, 2008 8:58 AM9/142

5.2 Area of responsibility of the

operator The operator is obliged to observe the following: Î He understands the protection information on the device and the operating instruction. Î He is familiar with the customary in-house accident control directives. 6 Overview

6. measuring plane/unit

7 Initial operation Insert the batteries See drawing E:  To ensure a reliable use, use exclusively alkaline batteries.  Remove battery compartment cover.  Insert alkaline batteries (2 x AAA) pay attention to the correct polarity.  Close the battery compartment cover. Changing the batteries  Change the batteries when the battery symbol is flashing permanently. 8 How to use

8.1 Measuring conditions

The quality of the measurement depends on the surfaces to which you are measuring. Measurement errors Measuring errors are possible in case of: Πcolourless fluids (e.g. water) Πclean, translucent glass Πstyrofoam or similar semi-translucent surfaces Πstrongly reflecting targets that deflect the laserbeam Πmeasurements aimed at moving objects Causes: ΠStrongly reflecting targets deflect the laser beam and cause measuring errors. ΠNon-reflecting, dark surfaces increase the measuring time. For constantly high-quality measurements  Perform control measurements periodically.  Perform control measurements before and after important measurements.

8.2 Switching on/off

 Switch on the device by pressing key 4 briefly. The device shows the battery symbol until another key is pressed.  Switch off the device by holding key 5 for several seconds. If no key is pressed for 180 seconds, the device switches off automatically. Caution Damage to property due to repairing!  In case of malfunctions, contact the dealer. Caution Damage to property due to use of wrong measuring results!  Avoid measuring errors due to unexpected events during distance measuring.  Perform a control measurement. Stabila LD 300.book Page 9 Thursday, July 3, 2008 8:58 AM10/142

 Undo the most recent action by pressing key 5 briefly.

8.4 Adjusting the measuring

plane See drawing F - H: Rear measuring plane is the standard setting. Â For measurement from front edge, press key 6 briefly. Â For measurement from rear edge, press key 6 briefly again.

Metric system is the standard setting. Â To change the unit, hold key 6 for several seconds. With every keypress, the device switches to the next unit. Possible units: Î meters with mm display Î feet inch fractional Î summary row up to 1/16 inch Î second row up to 1/8 inch Î inch fractional Î summary row up to 1/16 inch Î second row up to 1/8 inch 9 Measuring

9.1 Measuring single distances

 Press key 4 briefly.  Aim active laser at target area.  Press key 4 briefly. The device measures the distance. The device displays the result immediately.

9.2 Continuous measuring

See drawing J: This function enables distances to be staked out. Â Hold key 4 for several seconds. Continuous measuring starts. Â Press key 4 briefly. Continuous measuring stops. The value last measured appears in the summary row. 10 Functions

See drawing I: Â Press key 7 once. The area symbol appears on the display. Â Press key 4 and measure the first distance. (e.g. length). Â Press key 4 and measure the second distance. (e.g. width). The device displays the result in the summary row and the respective measured distance to the next measurement in the second row.

 Press key 7 twice. The volume symbol appears on the display.  Press key 4 and measure the first distance (e.g. length).  Press key 4 and measure the second distance (e.g. width).  Press key 4 and measure the third distance (e.g. height). The device displays the result in the summary row and the respective measured distance to the next measurement in the second row.

See drawing K:  Press key 7 three times. The Pythagoras symbol appears on the display.  Press key 4 and measure the first distance (diagonal measurement).  Press key 4 and measure the second distance (horizontal measurement). The device displays the result in the summary row and the respective measured distance to the next measurement in the second row. Stabila LD 300.book Page 10 Thursday, July 3, 2008 8:58 AM11/142 11 Troubleshooting  If the message Error does not disappear after switching on the device repeatedly, please contact the dealer.  If the message InFo appears with a number, observe the instructions in the following table. 12 Technical data

• under favourable conditions (good target surface, room temperature) up to 10 m (33 ft). Under unfavourable conditions such as bright sunlight, a very weakly reflecting target surface or large temperature fluctuations, the error can increase to ± 0.25 mm/m (± 0.003 in/ft) for distances over 10 m (33 ft).

12.1 Electromagnetic

compatibility (EMC) Despite the compliance with all requirements of the corresponding directives and norms, a disturbance of other devices is possible.

12.2 FCC statement (applic. in

U.S.) This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: Â Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. Â Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. No. Cause Correction 204 Calculation error Perform measurement again. 252 Temperature too high Let the device cool down. 253 Temperature too low Warm the device up. 255 Reception signal too weak, measuring time too long Change target surface (e.g. white paper). 256 Input signal too high Change target surface (e.g. white paper). 257 Measuring error, too much background light Shadow the target area. 258 Measurement outside of the measuring range Mind the range. 260 Laser beam interrupted Repeat the measurement. Range 0.1 m to 30 m

Laser class 2 Laser type 635 nm, < 1 mW Automatic switch-off after 180 s Continuous measuring yes Addition/Subtraction yes Dimension (H x D x W) 116 x 51 x 26 mm Battery durability (2 x AAA) up to 3000 measurements Weight 110 g Temperature range: - Storage - Operation -25 °C to 70 °C -13 °F to 158 °F 0 °C to 40 °C 32°F to 104°F Warning Possible disturbance of other devices (e.g. safety equipment, medical equipment) due to electromagnetic radiation! Â Observe the safety instructions of the respective devices. Stabila LD 300.book Page 11 Thursday, July 3, 2008 8:58 AM12/142

Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. Â Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/ TV technician for help Product labelling: This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

1. This device may not cause harmful

2. this device must accept any interference

received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

12.3 Laser classification

The Stabila LD 300 generates a visible laser beam that is emitted on the front of the device. The device complies with laser class 2 according to: ΠIEC60825-1: 2007 Safety of laser products Laser class 2 products Do not look into the laser beam and do not unnecessarily aim at other persons . The eye is usually protected by preventive reactions such as the eyelid closure reflex. Labels Position of the type label see drawing C 13 Care  Clean the device with a damp, soft cloth.  Never immerse the device in water.  Never use aggressive cleaning agents or solvents. 14 Warranty The Stabila LD 300 has a two-year warranty. For further information on this, contact your dealer. Subject to change (drawings, descriptions and technical data). Warning Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Stabila for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. Position of the product label see first page! Warning Bodily harm due to laser beam!  Do not look directly into the laser beam.  Do not look directliy into the laser beam with optical appliances (such as binoculars, telescopes). Stabila LD 300.book Page 12 Thursday, July 3, 2008 8:58 AM13/142

Disposal For disposal, observe the following: Â Do not put the appliance and the batteries into the household waste. Â Dispose of the device and the batteries appropriately. Product-specific information on treatment and disposal can be downloaded from the Stabila homepage http://www.stabila.de or requested of your dealer. Caution Damage to property due to inappropriate disposal! Â Dispose of the device and the batteries according to the national, country-specific disposal directives. Â Protect the device and the batteries from access of unauthorised persons. Stabila LD 300.book Page 13 Thursday, July 3, 2008 8:58 AM14/142 1 Symboles