DW099S - Rangefinder DEWALT - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	Laser distance meter with Bluetooth
Brand	DeWalt
Model	DW099S
Range	1 m to 30 m (4 in to 100 ft)
Accuracy	± 2 mm (± 3/32 in)
Display resolution	1 mm (1/16 in)
Laser class	Class 2 (IEC/EN60825-1:2014)
Laser type	≤ 1.0 mW at 620-690 nm
Power supply	2 AAA batteries (alkaline)
Battery life	Up to 3000 measurements (2500 with Bluetooth)
Measurement functions	Distance, continuous measurement, area, volume, addition, subtraction
Measurement units	Meters, decimal feet, fractional feet, inches
Connectivity	Bluetooth® for DeWalt Tool Connect app
Reference points	Front and rear (toggle between bottom and top of tool)
Automatic laser shutdown	After 30 seconds
Automatic device shutdown	After 90 seconds
Dimensions (H x D x W)	120 x 48.5 x 26 mm (4.72 x 1.91 x 1.02 in)
Weight (with batteries)	100 g (3.21 oz)
Storage temperature	-10 °C to +60 °C (14 °F to 140 °F)
Operating temperature	0 °C to +40 °C (32 °F to 104 °F)
Safety	Class 2 laser: do not look directly into the beam
Maintenance	Clean with a soft, dry cloth; do not use solvents
Warranty	3 years (limited) + 1 year free service
Repairability	Contact an authorized DeWalt service center

Frequently Asked Questions - DW099S DEWALT

How to measure a distance with the DW099S?

Turn on the tool by pressing the power button. Point the laser at the target and press the measurement button. The distance is displayed at the bottom of the screen. By default, the measurement is taken from the bottom of the tool. To measure from the top, hold down the measurement button for 2 seconds.

How to change the measurement unit?

After taking a measurement (outside continuous mode), hold down the +/− button (DW099S) until the unit changes (2 to 3 seconds). You can switch between meters, decimal feet, fractional feet, and inches.

How to use continuous measurement mode?

Turn on the tool, point the laser, then hold down the measurement button for 2 seconds to enter continuous mode. The distance updates in real time as you move the tool. Press the measurement button again to freeze the value and exit the mode.

How to enable Bluetooth and connect the app?

Download the DeWalt Tool Connect app on your smartphone. Turn on the DW099S, then press the Bluetooth button (icon) to enable connectivity. Follow the app instructions to pair the devices. You can then record measurements in floor plans.

What to do if the screen displays 'INFO' with an error code?

Refer to the error codes section of the manual. For example, code 101 = signal too weak (use a target plate), code 102 = signal too strong (target too reflective), code 201 = too much ambient light, code 203 = low batteries, etc. Follow the corrective action indicated.

What is the accuracy of this distance meter?

The accuracy is ± 2 mm (± 3/32 in) under favorable conditions (good target surface, room temperature). Beyond 10 meters or in difficult conditions (strong light, low-reflectivity surface), the error may increase by ± 0.25 mm/m.

What type of batteries to use and how to install them?

Use two AAA alkaline batteries. Open the battery compartment at the back by lifting the latch. Insert the batteries following the indicated polarity, then close the cover until it clicks. Do not recharge alkaline batteries and do not mix new and used batteries.

How to measure an area or volume?

For area: after turning on, press the function button (area icon) twice. Measure the width then the length by pressing the measurement button each time. The area is displayed at the bottom. For volume: press the function button three times, then measure width, length, and height successively.

What to do if the tool does not turn on?

Check that the batteries are installed correctly and are new. If the screen remains off, replace the batteries. If the problem persists, contact an authorized DeWalt service center.

How to clean and maintain the distance meter?

Clean the exterior with a soft, dry cloth. Do not use solvents or abrasive products. Protect the tool from moisture and extreme temperatures. Store it in its protective case when not in use.

USER MANUAL DW099S DEWALT

• User Safety
• Battery Safety
• Setup (Load Batteries)
  Operation
  Warranty
• Error Codes
• Specifications

Retain all sections of this manual for future reference.

User Safety

WARNING:

Carefully read the Safety Instructions and Product Manual before using this product. The person responsible for the product must ensure that all users understand and adhere to these instructions.

WARNING:

The following label information is placed on your laser tool to inform you of the laser class for your convenience and safety.

The DW099E and DW099S tools emit a visible laser beam, as shown in Figure A#1. The laser beam emitted is Laser Class 2 per IEC 60825-1 and complies with 21 CFR 1040.10 and 1040.11 except for deviations pursuant to Laser Notice No. 50, dated June 24, 2007.

WARNING:

While the laser tool is in operation, be careful not to expose your eyes to the emitting laser beam (red light source). Exposure to a laser beam for an extended time period may be hazardous to your eyes. Do not look into the beam with optical aids.

WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, user must read the Product User manual, Laser Safety manual, and Battery Safety information.

DeWalt, Slough, Bershire SL1 3YD, UK herewith declares that the product DW099E/DW099S is in compliance with the essential requirements and all other provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC. Please contact DeWalt for Declaration of Conformity.

Battery Safety

WARNING: Batteries can explode or leak and cause serious injury or fire. To reduce the 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.

DO NOT dispose of batteries in fire.

ALWAYS keep batteries out of reach of children.

ALWAYS remove batteries if the device will not be used for several months.

NOTE: Ensure that the recommended batteries are used.

NOTE: Ensure the batteries are inserted in the correct manner, with the correct polarity.

Setup (Load Batteries)

1. Locate the battery compartment latch on the back of the tool (Figure C#2).
2. Using your finger, pull the latch up to unlock and remove the battery door (Figure D#1 and #2).
3. Insert two AAA batteries, making sure to position the - and + ends of each battery as noted inside the battery compartment (Figure D#3).
4. Slide the pins at the bottom of the battery door into the notches in the battery compartment (Figure D#4).
5. Push the battery door down until it snaps in place (Figure D#5).

When the tool is ON, the battery level appears in the display window (Figure E #1).

Operation

Measuring Distance to a Wall or Object

1. Click (Figure

A#5) to turn on the tool.

1. The tool will measure the distance from the bottom of the tool to the wall or object (Figure F#1).

To measure from the top of the tool instead of the bottom (Figure F#2), hold for 2 seconds. On the display window, the tool icon will change from to (Figure E#5).

1. Point the laser at the top of the tool (Figure A#1) toward the wall or object whose distance you need to measure (Figure F).
2. Click to measure the distance from the tool to the wall or object.
3. At the bottom of the display window (Figure A#2), view the current measurement (Figure E#3).

To take a new measurement, click DIST to move the current measurement up to the previous line on the display window (Figure E#2). Then repeat steps 2-5.

Measuring Distances Continuously

To take a series of measurements as you move around, change to Continuous Measure mode.

1. Click (Figure
   A#5) to turn on the tool.
2. Point the laser at the top of the tool (Figure A#1) toward the wall or object whose distance you need to measure (Figure F).
3. Click and hold for2 seconds to turn on the Continuous Measure mode.
4. At the bottom of the display window (Figure A #2), view the current measurement (Figure E #3), which will keep changing as you move the tool.
5. To take the current measurement (from the tool to the wall or object) and exit Continuous Measure mode, click DIST.

To take a new measurement, click DIST to move the current measurement up to the previous line on the display window. Then repeat steps 2-5.

Measuring Area

You can measure the area of a wall, floor, or object.

1. Click (Figure

A#5) to turn on the tool.

1. The tool will measure the distance from the bottom of the tool to the wall or object (Figure F#1).

To measure from the top of the tool instead of the bottom (Figure F#2), hold for 2 seconds. On the display window, the tool icon will change from to (Figure E#5).

1. Click to show on the display window (Figure E#4).

2. Measure the width.

3. Point the top of the tool at one side of the target (wall, floor, or object).

4. Position the tool at one end of the target and point the laser dot across the width. (Figure 1 shows where to position the tool if you are measuring from the bottom of the tool.)

5. Click to display the width measurement at the top of the display window.

6. Measure the length.

7. Position the tool at one end of the target and point the laser dot across the length. (Figure #2 shows where to position the tool if you are measuring from the bottom of the tool.)

8. Click to display the length measurement on the second line of the display window.

9. View the Area measurement at the bottom of the display window (Figure E#3).

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Measuring Volume

You can measure the volume of a room or object.

1. Click (Figure A#5) to turn on the tool.
2. The tool will measure the distance from the bottom of the tool to the wall or object (Figure F#1).
   To measure from the top of the tool instead of the bottom (Figure F#2), hold for 2 seconds. On the display window, the tool icon will change from 品 to Figure E#5).
3. Click twice to show on the display window (Figure E #4).

4. Measure the width.

5. Point the top of the tool at one side of the target (room or object).

6. Position the tool at one end of the target and point the laser dot across the width. (Figure 1 shows where to position the tool if you are measuring from the bottom of the tool.)

7. Click DIST to display the width measurement at the top of the display window.

8. Measure the length.

9. Position the tool at one end of the target and point the laser dot across the length. (Figure #2 shows where to position the tool if you are measuring from the bottom of the tool.)

10. Click DIST to display the length measurement on the second line of the display window.

11. Measure the height.

12. Positon the tool at one end of the target and point the laser dot across the height. (Figure #3 shows where to position the tool if you are measuring from the bottom of the tool).

13. Click DIST to display the height measurement on the third line of the display window.

View the Volume measurement at the bottom of the display window (Figure E#3).

Adding Measurements

You can add two measurements to get a total measurement of the two distances.

1. Click (Figure A#5) to turn on the tool.
2. The tool will measure the distance from the bottom of the tool to the wall or object (Figure F#1).

To measure from the top of the tool instead of the bottom (Figure F#2), hold for 2 seconds. On the display window, the tool icon will change from to (Figure E#5).

1. Point the laser at the top of the tool (Figure A#1) toward the wall or object whose distance you need to measure.
2. Click to measure the distance from the tool to the wall or object.
3. Indicate that you want to add this measurement to the next measurement.

On the DW099E keypad, click (Figure A#7).

On the DW099S keypad, click (Figure B#1).

1. Point the laser at the top of the tool toward the next wall or object.
2. Click to measure the distance and add it to the previous measurement.
3. View the total of the two measurements at the bottom of the display window (Figure E#3).

Subtracting Measurements

You can subtract one measurement from another.

1. Click (Figure A#5) to turn on the tool.
2. The tool will measure the distance from the bottom of the tool to the wall or object (Figure F#1).

To measure from the top of the tool instead of the bottom (Figure F#2), hold for 2 seconds. On the display window, the tool icon will change from 串 to Figure E#5).

1. Point the laser at the top of the tool (Figure A#1) toward the wall or object whose distance you need to measure.
2. Click to measure the distance from the tool to the wall or object.

3. Indicate that you want to subtract the next measurement from this measurement.

4. On the DW099E keypad, click +/− twice.

5. On the DW099S keypad, click twice.

6. Point the laser at the top of the tool toward the next wall or object.

7. Click to measure the distance and subtract it from the previous measurement.
8. View the difference between the two measurements at the bottom of the display window (Figure E #3).

Changing the Unit of Measure

Once the current measurement is taken (the device is not in Continuous Measure mode), you can change the unit of measure from decimal ft (6.21 ft) to fractional ft (6'02" 9/16), fractional ft to meters (1.894 m), meters to inches (74 9/16 in), or inches to decimal ft.

• On the DW099E keypad, click (Figure A#3).
  On the DW099S keypad, hold (Figure B#1) until you see the measurement change (2-3 seconds).

Using Your DW099S With

If you have a DW099S, you can use its Bluetooth capability to pair it with the DeWALT Tool Connect application on your cell phone or tablet, and then record accurate measurements in your floor plans.

1. From either or, download
   the DeWALT Tool Connect application to your cell phone or tablet.
2. Using the DeWALT Tool Connect application, capture the room or space for which you want to record the measurements, and build your floor plan.
3. On the DW099S keypad, click to turn on the tool.
4. If the Bluetooth® icon does not appear on the display window (Figure E #6), click on the keypad to turn on Bluetooth®.
5. Use the DeWALT Tool Connect application to pair your cell phone or tablet to the DW099S.
6. Use the DW099S to measure each wall in the room or space captured in the floor plan, and sync the measurements to the floor plan.
7. Using the DeWALT Tool Connect application, save the floor plan.

Once you have saved the floor plan, you can export it to one of several different file formats, including PDF, DXF, or JPG, and print it or email it to other people (your realtor, home center, etc.).

Bluetooth

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Turning Off the Tool

The tool can be turned off in either of these ways:

• Press and hold for several seconds (until the display window clears).
• If you do not use the tool for 90 seconds, it will automatically turn off.

Three Year Limited Warranty

DeWALT will repair, without charge, any defects due to faulty materials or workmanship for three years from the date of purchase. This warranty does not cover part failure due to normal wear or tool abuse. For further detail of warranty coverage and warranty repair information, visit www.DeWALT.com or call 1-800-4-DeWALT (1-800-433-9258). This warranty does not apply to accessories or damage caused where repairs have been made or attempted by others. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may have other rights which vary in certain states or provinces.

In addition to the warranty, DeWALT tools are covered by our:

1 YEAR FREE SERVICE

DeWALT will maintain the tool and replace worn parts caused by normal use, for free, any time during the first year after purchase.

90 DAY MONEY BACK GUARANTEE

If you are not completely satisfied with the performance of your DeWALT Power Tool, Laser, or Nailer for any reason, you can return it within 90 days from the date of purchase with a receipt for a full refund - no questions asked.

RECONDITIONED PRODUCT: Reconditioned product is covered under the 1 Year Free Service Warranty. The 90 Day Money Back Guarantee and the Three Year Limited Warranty do not apply to reconditioned product.

FREE WARNING LABEL REPLACEMENT: If your warning labels become illegible or are missing, call 1-800-4-DeWALT or visit your local service center for a free replacement.

Protecting the Environment

Separate collection. This product must not be disposed of with normal household waste.

Should you find one day that your DeWALT product needs replacement, or if it is of no further use to you, do not dispose of it with household waste. Make this product available for separate collection.

Separate collection of used products and packaging allows materials to be recycled and used again. Re-use of recycled

materials helps prevent environmental pollution and reduces the demand for raw materials.

Local regulations may provide for separate collection of electrical products from the household, at municipal waste sites or by the retailer when you purchase a new product.

DeWALT provides a facility for the collection and recycling of DeWALT products once they have reached the end of their working life. To take advantage of this service please return your product to any authorised repair agent who will collect them on our behalf.

You can check the location of your nearest authorised repair agent by contacting your local DeWALT office at the address indicated in this manual. Alternatively, a list of authorised DeWALT repair agents and full details of our after-sales service and contacts are available on the Internet at: www.2helpU.com.

Batteries

• When disposing batteries, think of the protection of the environment.
• Check with your local authorities for an environmentally safe way of battery disposal.

Error Codes

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If INFO appears on the display window with a Code number, perform the corresponding Corrective Action.

Code Description Corrective Action
101 Received Signal Too Weak, Measuring Time Too Long	Use the target plate or change the target surface.
102 Received Signal Too High	Target is too reflective. Use the target plate or change the target surface.
201 Too Much Background Light Reduce the background light on the target area.
202 Laser Beam Interrupted Remove the obstacle and repeat the measurement.
203 Insufficient Power Replace the batteries.
301 Temperature Too High	Allow the device to cool down to a temperature within the specified Operating Temperature Range.
302 Temperature Too Low	Allow the device to warm up to a temperature within the specified Operating Temperature Range.
401 Hardware Error Switch the device on/off several times. If the error still occurs, return the defective device to the Service Center or distributor. Refer to the Warranty.
402 Unknown Error	Contact the Service Center or distributor. Refer to the Warranty.
Range .1m to 30m (4in to 100ft)
Measuring Accuracy* ± 2mm (± 3/32in)*
Resolution** 1mm (1/16in)**
Laser Class Class 2 (IEC/EN60825-1: 2014)
Laser Type ≤ 1.0mW @ 620-690nm
Laser/Backlight Automatic Switch-off After 30s
Unit Automatic Switch-off After 90s
Continuous Measuring Yes
Area/Volume Yes
Battery Life (2 x AAA) Up to 3000 Measurements (2500 with Bluetooth)
Dimension (H x D x W) 120 x 48.5 x 26mm (4.72 x 1.91 x 1.02in)
Weight (with Batteries) 100g (3.21oz)
Storage Temperature Range -10°C ~ +60°C (14°F ~ 140°F)
Operating Temperature Range	0°C ~ +40°C (32°F ~ 104°F)
*Measuring Accuracy depends on the current conditions: · Under favorable conditions (good target surface and room temperature), up to 10m (33ft). · Under unfavorable conditions (bright sunlight, a very weak reflecting target surface, or large temperature fluctuations), the error can increase by to ± 0.25mm/m (± 0.003 in/ft) for distances over 10m (33ft). **Resolution is the finest measurement you can see. In inches, that is 1/16". In mm, that is 1mm.

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