PLEM 20 A4 - Rangefinder PARKSIDE - Free user manual and instructions

Product type	Laser distance meter
Brand	Parkside
Model	PLEM 20 A4
Measuring range	0.075–20 m (reference from top edge) 0.175–20 m (reference from bottom edge)
Measurement accuracy (typical)	± 2.0 mm
Accuracy in unfavorable conditions	Up to ± 8 mm at 20 m
Smallest display unit	1 mm
Laser class	2
Laser wavelength	620–690 nm
Maximum laser power	< 1 mW
Power supply	2 LR03 (AAA) 1.5 V batteries
Operating voltage	3 V ⎓
Dimensions (L × W × H)	10 × 3.8 × 2.45 cm
Weight (without batteries)	52 g
Operating temperature	0 °C – 40 °C
Max. relative humidity	≤ 75 %
Protection rating	IP20
Available measurement units	m, inch (in), foot (ft), foot/inch (ft/in)
Functions	Single measurement, continuous measurement, reference change (top/bottom edge)
Package contents	1 laser measuring device, 2 AAA batteries, 1 instruction manual
Warranty	3 years
Maintenance and cleaning	Clean the lens with a gentle jet of air or a slightly moistened cotton swab. Do not immerse. Housing: dry cloth.
Safety	Do not look directly into the laser beam (class 2). Keep out of reach of children. Follow battery instructions.

Frequently Asked Questions - PLEM 20 A4 PARKSIDE

How to turn the laser distance meter on and off?

Press the MEAS button briefly to turn the device on. To turn off, press and hold the MEAS button for about 5 seconds until OFF is displayed. The device turns off automatically after 3 minutes of inactivity.

How to change the measurement unit?

Press and hold the reference/unit button for more than 3 seconds. The displayed unit changes. Repeat until the desired unit is obtained (m, in, ft, ft/in).

How to switch between top edge and bottom edge reference?

Press the reference/unit button briefly. The reference icon on the screen changes (top or bottom edge).

How to perform a single measurement?

Turn on the device, point the laser at the target, and press the MEAS button briefly. The measured distance is displayed at the bottom of the screen.

How to use continuous measurement mode?

In single measurement mode, press and hold the MEAS button for 3 seconds. The laser symbol flashes and measurements are taken continuously.

What to do in case of an error (code 301 or 401)?

Code 301 indicates ambient temperature out of range (0-40°C). Let the device stabilize. Code 401 is an internal error: turn the device off and on again. If the problem persists, contact customer service.

How to clean the laser distance meter?

Clean the receiver lens and laser output with a gentle jet of air or a slightly moistened cotton swab. Do not use solvents. Clean the housing with a dry cloth. Never immerse the device in water.

Which batteries to use and how to replace them?

Use 2 1.5 V batteries type LR03 (AAA). Open the battery compartment cover, insert the batteries respecting polarity (+/-), then close.

What to do in low light or with reflective surfaces?

In unfavorable conditions (strong sunlight, low-reflectivity surface), accuracy can be reduced to ±8 mm at 20 m. For best results, use a suitable measurement target.

What is the warranty on the product?

The Parkside PLEM 20 A4 laser distance meter has a 3-year warranty from the date of purchase. Keep the receipt as proof of purchase. The warranty covers material and manufacturing defects.

USER MANUAL PLEM 20 A4 PARKSIDE

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Operation and safety notes

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LASER-AFSTANDSMETER 20 M PLEM 20 A4

GB/IE Operation and safety notes Page 34

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WARNING!

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Intended use......Page 38

Parts description......Page 38

Scope of delivery ......Page 39

Technical data......Page 40

General safety instructions......Page 41

Safety instructions for batteries/rechargeable batteries .....Page 44

Before using......Page 47

Inserting/replacing the batteries......Page 48

Start-up Page 49

Switching on/off ......Page 49

Selecting the unit of length ......Page 50

Measuring lengths ......Page 50

Changing measurement mode......Page 52

Continuous measurement mode......Page 52

Single measurement mode......Page 52

Error, faults & troubleshooting......Page 53

Maintenance and cleaning Page 54

Storage Page 55

Warranty and service......Page 58

Warranty Page 58

Warranty claim procedure......Page 59

Service Page 60

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CE	CE mark indicates conformity with relevant EU directives applicable for this product.
	Safety informationInstructions for use

Laser distance measurer 20 m

- Introduction

We congratulate you on the purchase of your new product. You have chosen a high quality product. The instructions for use are part of the product. They contain important information concerning safety, use and disposal. Before using the product, please familiarise yourself with all of the safety information and instructions for use. Only use the product as described and for the specified applications. If you pass the production to anyone else, please ensure that you also pass on all the documentation with it.

Intendeduse

This product is suitable for measuring distances, lengths and heights in indoor spaces. Any other use or product modification shall be considered improper use and hold considerable safety hazards. The manufacturer assumes no liability for damages due to improper use. Not intended for commercial use.

Partsdescription

1 Receiver lens
2 Laser beam output opening
3 Display
4 MEASbutton (Switch on and off, single measurement, continuous measurement)
5 Reference/Unit button (changing the measurement reference point, changing unit)
6a Battery compartment cover
6b Battery compartment

Display

7 Laser on
8 Battery charge level display
9 First (previous) measured value
10 Length unit
11 Second (latest) measured value
12 Reference plane
12a The measurement is taken from the top side of the product
12b The measurement is taken from the bottom side of the product

Note: First (previous) measured value will move to the top row when the second (latest) measurement is successfully started.

- Scope of delivery

1 Laser distance measurer
2 1.5 V-batteries LRO3 (AAA)
1 Instructions for use

- Technicaldata

Measurement

range: 0.075–20 m* (reference

point top side)

0.175-20m* (reference

point bottom side)

Measuring

accuracy (typical): ± 2.0 mm**

Smallest display unit: 1 mm

Operating

temperature: 0^-40^ (For indoor use)

Relative

humidity max.: ≤ 75 %

Laser category: 2

Wavelength of

the laser ( ): 620–690 nm

Maximum

power P max: <1 mW

Operating voltage: 3 V ===

Batteries: 2 x 1.5 V LRO3 (AAA)

Weight: 52 g (without batteries)

Dimensions: 10 x 3.8 x 2.45 cm

Degree of

protection: IP20

*) The range improves the better the laser light is returned from the surface of the target (dispersing, not reflecting) and the brighter the laser is compared to the ambient light (interior rooms, twilight). **) In unfavourable conditions such as strong sunlight or poorly reflective surfaces, the maximum deviation is ± 8 mm at 20 m. In favourable conditions, a deviation influence of ± 0.1 mm/m must be taken into account.

General safety instructions

CHOKING HAZARD! Packaging material (e. g. foils or polystyrol) are not to be toyed with. Keep children away from packaging material. The packaging material is not a toy.

Do not use the product in locations where there is a risk of fire or explosion, e.g. in the vicinity of inflammable liquids or gases.

This product can be used by children aged from 8 years and above and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards involved. Children shall not play with the appliance. Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children without supervision.

- Do not leave the product unattended when switched on, and switch off the product directly after use. Other people could be blinded by the laser beam.

■ Protect the product from wetness or direct sunlight.

- Do not expose the product to any extremes of temperature or temperature fluctuations.

For example, do not leave it in a car for extended periods. After exposure to large temperature fluctuations, allow the product to acclimatise before using it again. The precision of the product can be adversely affected by extreme temperatures or temperature fluctuations.

- Avoid hefty knocks or dropping the measuring tool.

WARNING! Protect yourself from laser radiation!

CAUTION LASER RADIATION DO NOT STARE INTO BEAM 620-690nm / Power < 1mw CLASS 2 LASER PRODUCT EN 60825-1:2014

■ CAUTION LASER RADIATION! DO NOT STARE INTO BEAM! CLASS 2 LASER PRODUCT!

■ Never look directly into the laser beam or into the opening from which it emerges.

WARNING!

Looking at a laser beam through optical instruments (e.g. magnifying glasses etc.) can cause eye injuries.

■ ATTENTION! If operating and adjustment equipment is used or procedures other than those specified here are carried out, this may result in hazardous radiation exposure.
- Never aim the laser beam at reflective surfaces, people or animals. Even brief visual contact with a laser beam can result in eye injuries.

Safety instructions for batteries/rechargeable batteries

■ DANGER TO LIFE! Keep batteries/re-chargeable batteries out of reach of children.

If accidentally swallowed seek immediate medical attention.

■ Swallowing may lead to burns, perforation of soft tissue, and death. Severe burns can occur within 2 hours of ingestion.

DANGER OF EXPLOSION!

Never recharge non-rechargeable batteries. Do not short-circuit batteries/rechargeable batteries and/or open them. Overheating, fire or bursting can be the result.

■ Never throw batteries/rechargeable batteries into fire or water.
Do not exert mechanical loads to batteries/rechargeable batteries.

Risk of leakage of batteries/rechargeable batteries

- Avoid extreme environmental conditions and temperatures, which could affect batteries/rechargeable batteries, e.g. radiators/direct sunlight.

If batteries/rechargeable batteries have leaked, avoid contact with skin, eyes and mucous membranes with the chemicals! Flush immediately the affected areas with fresh water and seek medical attention!

WEAR PROTECTIVE

GLOVES! Leaked or damaged batteries/rechargeable batteries can cause burns on contact with the skin. Wear suitable protective gloves at all times if such an event occurs.

In the event of a leakage of batteries/re-chargeable batteries, immediately remove them from the product to prevent damage.

Only use the same type of batteries/rechargeable batteries. Do not mix used and new batteries/rechargeable batteries.

Remove batteries/rechargeable batteries if the product will not be used for a longer period.

Risk of damage of the product

Only use the specified type of battery/rechargeable battery!
Insert batteries/rechargeable batteries according to polarity marks (+) and (-) on the battery/rechargeable battery and the product.
Use a dry lint-free cloth or cotton swab to clean the contacts on the battery/re-chargeable battery and in the battery compartment before inserting!
■ Remove exhausted batteries/rechargeable batteries from the product immediately.

Before using

• Check the consignment for completeness and for signs of visible damage.
  ☐ Remove all packaging material from the product.

- Inserting/replacing the batteries

When the low battery icon appears in the display 3, you can still make measurements.

As soon as the battery icon turns empty, however, you must replace the batteries.

Measurements are no longer possible.

Open the battery compartment cover 6a by gently pushing down the battery compartment cover latch.

☐ Remove the used batteries from the battery compartment 6b, if necessary.

☐ Insert the (new) batteries. Ensure the correct polarity as shown on the diagram inside the battery compartment 6b.

☐ Replace the battery compartment cover 6a as shown (fig. A).

- Start-up

Switching on/off

☐ To switch the product on, press the MEAS button ⚠️ 4. When the product is switched on, the laser beam is activated.
To switch the product off, press and hold the MEAS button 4 for approx. 5 seconds until the "OFF" is shown on display 3. If no button is pressed for about 3 minutes, the product turns off automatically to save the batteries.
☐ To switch measuring reference point: Press the reference/unit button 5 to change measurement base from the top side of the product to its bottom side or vice versa.

- Selecting the unit of length

1. Press and hold the REF/UNIT button 5 for more than 3 seconds.
2. The unit will change on the display 3.
3. Repeat the step 1 until the desired unit appears on the display 3.

Note: Following units of length are available:

m meter " feet/inches in inch ft foot/feet

• Measuring lengths

Briefly press the MEAS button 4 again to activate the laser beam. Once the laser is switched on, this is indicated on the top left corner of the display 3 by the icon 7.

Note: If laser beam is already activated, the above mentioned step can be skipped.

Now aim the laser at the target point. Briefly press the MEAS button 4 again. If the measurement is successful the measured value will be shown on the bottom line of the display 3 and the laser beam will be turned off.
☐ If needed to measure another distance, repeat above steps.
□ Newly measured value will be shown on the bottom line of the display 3 and the previous measured value will be shown in the middle of the display 3. Now, the laser beam will be turned off.

- Changing measurement mode

Continuousmeasurement mode

☐ Under single measurement mode, press and hold the MEAS button 4 for 3 seconds to enter continuous measurement mode.
☐ Laser icon flashes in continuous measurement mode

- Single measurement mode

☐ Under continuous measurement mode, press and hold the MEAS button 4 for 3 seconds to enter single measurement mode.

☐ Laser icon stays on in single measurement mode.

- Error, faults & troubleshooting

Faults Cause Solution
— Calculation error P	ay attention to the correct operating measuring range.
301 Operating temperature too low or too high	Pay attention to the correct operating temperature range (0° -40°C).
401 Hardware failure If the icon	appears despite repeated switching on and off, take the product to a specialist workshop

- Maintenance and cleaning

The product is maintenance-free.

■ CAUTION! Never submerse the product in water or other liquids. Do not allow any moisture to penetrate into the product during cleaning.

Clean the laser beam output opening and the receiver lens 1 with a gentle air stream. In the case of more serious contamination, remove the dirt with a damp cotton swab. Do not exert any strong pressure!

■ Never use petrol, solvents or cleaning agents that attack plastic.

☐ To clean the casing, use a soft dry cloth.

- Keep the product clean to ensure fault-free operation.

Storage

☐ If you decide not to use the product for a long period, remove the batteries and store it in a clean, dry place away from direct sunlight.

●Disposal

The packaging is made entirely of recyclable materials, which you may dispose of at local recycling facilities.

Observe the marking of the packaging materials for waste separation, which are marked with abbreviations (a) and numbers (b) with following meaning:

1-7: plastics/20-22: paper and fibre-board/80-98: composite materials.

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Contact your local refuse disposal authority for more details of how to dispose of your wornout product.

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To help protect the environment, please dispose of the product properly when it has reached the end of its useful life and not in the household waste. Information on collection points and their opening hours can be obtained from your local authority.

FR © RECO RECO

The product and packaging materials are recyclable, subject to extended manufacturer responsibility. Dispose it separately, following the illustrated packaging symbols, for better waste treatment. The Triman logo is valid in France only.

Faulty or used batteries/rechargeable batteries must be recycled in accordance with Directive

2006/66/EC and its amendments. Please return the batteries/rechargeable batteries and/or the product to the available collection points.

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Environmental damage through incorrect disposal of the batteries/rechargeable batteries!

Batteries/rechargeable batteries may not be disposed of with the usual domestic waste. They may contain toxic heavy metals and are subject to hazardous waste treatment rules and regulations. The chemical symbols for heavy metals are as follows: Cd = cadmium, Hg = mercury, Pb = lead. That is why you should dispose of used batteries/rechargeable batteries at a local collection point.

- Warranty and service

Warranty

The product has been manufactured to strict quality guidelines and meticulously examined before delivery. In the event of product defects you have legal rights against the retailer of this product.

Your legal rights are not limited in any way by our warranty detailed below.

The warranty for this product is 3 years from the date of purchase. The warranty period begins on the date of purchase. Please keep the original sales receipt in a safe location. This document is required as your proof of purchase.

Should this product show any fault in materials or manufacture within 3 years from the date of purchase, we will repair or replace it – at our choice – free of charge to you. This warranty

becomes void if the product has been damaged, or used or maintained improperly.

The warranty applies to defects in material or manufacture. This warranty does not cover product parts subject to normal wear, thus possibly considered consumables (e.g. batteries) or for damage to fragile parts, e.g. switches, rechargeable batteries or glass parts.

- Warranty claim procedure

To ensure quick processing of your case, please observe the following instructions:

Please have the till receipt and the item number (IAN 390386_2201) available as proof of purchase.

You will find the item number on the rating plate, an engraving on the front page of the instructions

for use (bottom left), or as a sticker on the rear or bottom of the product.

If functional or other defects occur, please contact the service department listed either by telephone or by e-mail.

You can return a defective product to us free of charge to the service address that will be provided to you. Ensure that you enclose the proof of purchase (till receipt) and information about what the defect is and when it occurred.

Service

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E-Mail: [e-mail]

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Presnost' merania (typicky): ± 2,0 mm**

Najmenšia jednotka

zobrazenia: 1 mm

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VAROVANIE!

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