BDL500M - Laser pointer BLACK & DECKER - Free user manual and instructions

Product type	Laser pointer and distance measurer
Brand	Black & Decker
Model	BDL500M
Voltage	4.5 V
Battery type	3 x LR06 (AA)
Laser wavelength	630-675 nm
Laser class	2
Laser power	< 2.2 mW
Laser leveling accuracy (at 1 m)	± 1 mm
Measurement accuracy (less than 1 m)	± 0.5 mm
Measurement accuracy (less than 10 feet)	± 1/16"
Working temperature	0 to 40 °C
Weight	0.45 kg
Main functions	Laser line projection, distance measurement, automatic leveling, locked/trace mode, distance repetition, equal spacing
Display	LCD screen
Audible alarm	Yes (beeps for target distances)
Wall mounting	Wall mount with wall anchor or keyhole
Warranty	24 months (terms apply)
Recycling	Separate collection, return possible at authorized repair center
Safety	Do not look directly into the laser beam, class 2
Maintenance and cleaning	Clean with a dry cloth, avoid moisture

Frequently Asked Questions - BDL500M BLACK & DECKER

How to replace the batteries of the BDL500M laser pointer?

Remove the battery cover (14) of the tool. Insert three LR06 (AA) batteries according to the indicated orientation. Replace the cover until it clicks.

How to mount the tool on a wall?

Use the provided wall mount. For drywall, use the wall anchor (12) by inserting it into the wall. For other surfaces, use the keyhole wall mount (13) with a screw. Then hang the tool on the mount (4).

How to use the automatic leveling mode?

Hang the tool on the wall. Push the on/off switch (1) upwards. The automatic leveling indicator (17) lights up and oscillates during calibration. The laser lines will be leveled if the tool is held vertically within 5°.

How to use the locked/trace mode for horizontal surfaces?

Place the tool flat against the floor. Push the on/off switch (1) downwards. The locked/trace indicator (18) lights up. Move the tool to place the laser lines. To turn off, lift the switch.

How to measure a distance using the measurer function?

Place the tool at the beginning of the distance. Turn it on with the button (7). Press and hold (4 s) the button (11). The ready indicator (24) lights up. Set the reference point with the button (8). Slide the tool slowly to the end. Set the reference point again. Press and hold (11) to reset.

How to use the distance repetition function?

Measure the first distance. Press the button (9). The repetition indicator (25) lights up. Measure the next distance: beeps and arrows indicate approach to the target. At 7.5 cm (3"), a long beep and one arrow; at 2.5 cm (1"), a short beep and two arrows; at the target, continuous beep and double arrows. Briefly press (11) to reset without losing data.

How to use the equal spacing function?

Measure the total distance. Press button (10). The equal spacing indicator (27) lights up. Press (10) multiple times to set the number of sections (max 9). Measure the first section: beeps indicate approach as for repetition. Repeat for remaining sections. Briefly press (11) to reset.

What safety precautions should be followed regarding the laser?

Never look directly into the laser beam. Do not use optical instruments to observe it. Do not install the tool so that the beam passes through a person at head height. Keep children away. The laser is class 2 and should not be exposed to eyes for more than 0.25 seconds.

How to clean and maintain the tool?

Clean the tool with a dry cloth. Do not expose to rain or moisture. Store in a dry, closed place out of reach of children. For repairs, contact an authorized repair center.

What to do if batteries leak?

Carefully wipe the liquid with a cloth. Avoid skin contact. If contact occurs, wash immediately. Do not store batteries above 40 °C. Dispose of used batteries according to regulations.

USER MANUAL BDL500M BLACK & DECKER

This Black & Decker tool has been designed to project laser lines and to measure distances to aid in DIY applications. This tool is intended for consumer use only.

Safety instructions

Warning! When using battery-powered tools, basic safety precautions, including the following, should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, leaking batteries, personal injury and material damage.
Read all of this manual carefully before operating the tool.
Retain this manual for future reference.

Keep work area clean

Cluttered areas and benches can cause accidents.

Consider work area environment

Do not expose the tool to rain. Do not use the tool in damp or wet conditions. Keep the work area well lit. Do not use the tool where there is a risk of causing fire or explosion, e.g. in the presence of flammable liquids and gases.

Keep children away

Do not allow children, visitors or animals to come near the work area or to touch the tool.

Do not overreach

Keep proper footing and balance at all times.

Stay alert

Watch what you are doing. Use common sense. Do not operate the tool when you are tired.

Use appropriate tool

The intended use is described in this instruction manual.

Warning! The use of any accessory or attachment or performance of any operation with this tool other than those recommended in this instruction manual may present a risk of personal injury.

Check for damaged parts

Before use, carefully check the tool for damage. Ensure that the tool will operate properly and perform its intended function. Do not use the tool if any part is damaged or defective.

Store idle tools

When not in use, tools and batteries should be stored in a dry, locked up or high place, out of reach of children.

Repairs

This tool complies with relevant safety requirements.

Repairs should only be carried out by qualified persons using original spare parts; otherwise this may result in considerable danger to the user.

Additional safety instructions for non-rechargeable batteries

• Never attempt to open for any reason.
  Do not store in locations where the temperature may exceed 40^

• When disposing of batteries, follow the instructions given in the section "Protecting the environment". Do not incinerate the batteries.
  Under extreme conditions, battery leakage may occur. When you notice liquid on the batteries, proceed as follows:

• Carefully wipe the liquid off using a cloth. Avoid skin contact.

Additional safety instructions for lasers

Read all of this manual carefully.

This product is not to be used by children under 16.

Warning! Laser radiation.

Do not look into the laser beam.

Do not view the laser beam directly with optical instruments.

Refer to the laser product characteristics.

This laser complies with class 2 according to IEC60825+A1+A2:2001. Do not replace a laser diode with a different type. If damaged, have the laser repaired by an authorised repair agent.
Do not use the laser for any purpose other than projecting laser lines.
An exposure of the eye to the beam of a class 2 laser is considered safe for a maximum of 0.25 seconds. Eyelid reflexes will normally provide adequate protection. At distances over 1m the laser complies with class 1 and thus is considered completely safe.
Never look into the laser beam directly and intentionally.
Do not use optical tools to view the laser beam.
Do not set up the tool at a position where the laser beam can cross any person at head height.
Do not let children come near the laser.

Features

1. On/off switch (laser)
2. LCD screen
3. Key pad
4. Wall mount holder
5. Laser apertures
6. Measure wheel

Fig. A

1. On/off switch (measurer)
2. Set key
3. Repeat measurement key
4. Spacing key
5. Reset key

Fig.B

1. Wallpin

2. Keyhole wall mount

Assembly

Fitting the battery (fig. C)

• Remove the battery cover (14) from the tool.
• Insert the batteries into the tool in the orientation as shown.
  Refit the cover and let it click into place.

Wall mounting (fig.B & D)

The tool can be mounted to walls using one of the wall mounts (12 or 13).

Wall pin

If the tool is mounted to drywall or other soft materials, the wall pin (12) must be used. The position of the laser line will line up with the mounting location of the pin.

Remove the protective cap (15) from the pin (16) and store it on the insert as shown (fig. D).
Hold the wall pin at the required height in front of a suitable location and press the pin straight into the wall.
Install the tool by hanging the holder (4) on the wall mount.

Warning! The pin of the insert is sharp and should be handled with care. Replace the protective cap immediately after removing the insert from the wall.

Keyhole wall mount

For surfaces other than drywall, the keyhole wall mount (13) can be used with a screw in a predrilled hole. The position of the laser line will line up with the mounting location of the screw.

Hang the wall mount on a screw mounted at the required height on a suitable location.
Install the tool by hanging the holder (4) on the wall mount.

Use

Using the laser level function (fig. E & F)

Using the laser in auto-leveling mode

Hang the tool on the wall using the appropriate wall mount.
Push the on/off switch (1) up to switch the tool on in auto-leveling mode.

The auto levelling indicator (17) will light up and swing while the tool is calibrating.

Note: the laser lines will only be level if the tool is kept within 5^ from vertical.

Push the on/off switch (1) down to switch the tool off.

Using the laser in locked/layout mode

When operating in the locked/layout mode, the tool can be held in horizontal position, for surface layout such as flooring and tiling.

Place the tool flat on the floor.
Push the on/off switch (1) down to switch the tool on in locked/layout mode. The locked/layout indicator (18) will light up.
Move the tool as necessary to position the laser lines.
Push the on/off switch (1) up to switch the tool off.

Using the measurer function

Switching on and off (fig. A)

To switch the tool on, press key (7).
To switch the tool off, press key (7) again.

Setting the reference point (fig. A, E & G)

The reference point is the part of the tool that the measurement starts from and ends at. The reference point can be aligned with the left (19), the right (20) or the centre (21) of the tool. For accurate results, the reference point can be set before and after the measurement.

To set the reference point, press either of keys (8).

Selecting the measurement system (fig. A & E)

The appliance can show the results both in the metric (22) and the imperial system (23).

To switch from one measurement system to the other, press and hold key (7) for 4 seconds.

Measuring (fig. A & E)

Place the tool flat against the wall at the start of the distance to be measured. Switch the tool on.
Press and hold key (11) for 4 seconds. The ready-for-use indicator (24) will light up.
Set the reference point indicating the start of the measurement.
Slowly slide the tool along the distance to be measured. Make sure not to tilt or lift the tool.
Set the reference point indicating the end of the measurement.
To reset the tool, press and hold key (11) for 4 seconds. Wait for the ready-for-use indicator (24) to light up before continuing.

Note: After 2 minutes of inactivity the LCD screen will go blank.

ENGLISH

Repeating distances (fig. A & E)

The distance repeat function allows for multiple measurement of the distance measured initially.

Measure the first distance.
Press key (9). The repeat distance indicator (25) will light up.
Measure the following distance.

• When the target distance point is approached at 7.5cm (3^ ) a single arrow (26) lights up from the direction the tool is approaching, and the buzzer sounds, producing long beeps.
• When the target distance point is approached at 2.5cm (1^ ) , a double arrow (26) lights up from the direction the tool is approaching, and the buzzer sounds, producing short beeps.
• When the target distance point is reached, the double arrows (26) from both directions light up, and the buzzer sounds continuously for a few seconds.

Repeat the previous instructions as many times as required for the remaining distances.
To reset the tool without losing the stored information, press key (11) briefly. Wait for the ready-for-use indicator (24) to light up before continuing.

Equal spacing (fig. A & E)

The equal spacing function allows for an equal layout in several sections of the distance measured initially.

Measure the distance.
Press key (10). The equal spacing indicator (27) will light up.
Press key (10) as many times as required, depending on the number of sections. This number will appear on the LCD screen. The max number of sections that can be set is 9.
Measure the first section distance.

• When the target distance point is approached at 7.5cm (3^ ) a single arrow (26) lights up from the direction the tool is approaching, and the buzzer sounds, producing long beeps.
• When the target distance point is approached at 2.5cm (1^ ) a double arrow (26) lights up from the direction the tool is approaching, and the buzzer sounds, producing short beeps.
• When the target distance point is reached, the double arrows (26) from both directions light up, and the buzzer sounds continuously for a few seconds.

Repeat the previous instructions as many times as required for the remaining section distances.
To reset the tool without losing the stored information, press key (11) briefly. Wait for the ready-for-use indicator (24) to light up before continuing.

Low battery indicator (fig. E)

The LCD screen will display a low battery symbol (28) when the battery is nearly empty.

Replace the battery on time.

Protecting the environment

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

Should you find one day that your Black & Decker 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. Reuse 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.

Black & Decker provides a facility for the collection and recycling of Black & Decker 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 Black & Decker office at the address indicated in this manual. Alternatively, a list of authorised Black & Decker repair agents and full details of our after-sales service and contacts are available on the Internet at: www.2helpU.com

Battery

At the end of their useful life, discard batteries with due care for our environment.

Remove the battery as described above.
- Place the battery in a suitable packaging to ensure that the terminals cannot be short-circuited.
Take the battery to a local recycling station.

Technical data

BDL500M

Voltage V 4.5

Battery size 3 x LR06

Wave length nm 630-675

Laser class 2

Laser power mW < 2.2

Accuracy

laser level function (at 1m ) mm +/- 1

measurer function (within 1m mm +/- 0.5

measurer function (within 10 feet) +/- 1/16"

Operating temperature ^ C0 - 40

Weight kg 0.45

EC declaration of conformity

BDL500M

Black & Decker declares that these products conform to:

89/336/EEC, EN 61010, EN 60825

Kevin Hewitt

Director of Consumer Engineering

Spennymoor, County Durham DL16 6JG

United Kingdom

1-2-2006

Guarantee

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If a Black & Decker product becomes defective due to faulty materials, workmanship or lack of conformity, within 24 months from the date of purchase, Black & Decker guarantees to replace defective parts, repair products subjected to fair wear and tear or replace such products to ensure minimum inconvenience to the customer unless:

The product has been used for trade, professional or hire purposes;
The product has been subjected to misuse or neglect;
The product has sustained damage through foreign objects, substances or accidents;
Repairs have been attempted by persons other than authorised repair agents or Black & Decker service staff.

To claim on the guarantee, you will need to submit proof of purchase to the seller or an authorised repair agent. You can check the location of your nearest authorised repair agent by contacting your local Black & Decker office at the address indicated in this manual. Alternatively, a list of authorised Black & Decker repair agents and full details of our after-sales service and contacts are available on the Internet at:

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United Kingdom

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