1961 DA - Laser level SKIL - Free user manual and instructions

Product type	360° cross-line laser level
Brand	Skil
Model	1961 DA
Working distance (approximate)	30 m
Leveling accuracy	±0.5 mm/m
Self-leveling range	±4°
Leveling time	≤5 seconds
Operating temperature	-5°C to +40°C
Storage temperature	-20°C to +70°C
Max. relative humidity	90%
Laser class	2
Laser type (wavelength)	520 nm
Tripod thread	1/4"
Battery	Li-polymer, 3.7 V, 2000 mAh
Operating time	8 h
Weight	0.44 kg
Dimensions (L x W x H)	96 x 73 x 107 mm
Operating modes	Cross lines, horizontal, vertical
Self-leveling	Yes, switchable (pendulum lock)
Battery charge indicator	Yes (colors: green, yellow, red)
Charging	via USB cable (5 V, ≥0.5 A)
Maintenance	Soft damp cloth, no solvents
Safety	Class 2 laser – do not stare into beam
Repairability	Repair by SKIL authorized service center

Frequently Asked Questions - 1961 DA SKIL

How do I charge the battery of the Skil 1961 DA?

Connect the charger cable H to the charger (5 V, ≥0.5 A) and to the interface A. The indicator B shows the status: red (charging <30 min), yellow (>30 min), green (>90%), solid green (full).

How do I turn on the laser level?

For use with self-leveling, slide the switch F to position ⑥a. For use without self-leveling, press the button C. The laser turns on immediately.

What should I do if the laser flashes and indicator E is red?

This means the device is outside the self-leveling range (±4°). Place the device on a stable horizontal surface and wait for it to level. The flashing stops and the indicator turns off.

What operating modes are available?

Three modes are available: cross lines (horizontal + vertical), horizontal only, and vertical only. Press the button C repeatedly to cycle through them.

How do I use self-leveling?

Place the device on a stable support, then slide the switch F to position ⑥a. The device self-levels (range ±4°). If bumped, it will re-level automatically.

Can I use the device without self-leveling?

Yes, slide the switch F to position ⑥b (pendulum lock) and press button C. The indicator E remains red. You can then hold the device in your hand or place it on an inclined surface.

How do I clean the laser level?

Use a soft damp cloth (no detergents or solvents). Clean the area around the laser aperture regularly. Never immerse the device in water.

What safety precautions should I take?

Never point the laser beam at people or animals. Do not look into the beam (risk of eye injury). The device is class 2 laser. Keep it out of reach of unsupervised children.

Is the device waterproof or water-resistant?

No, it is not designed for immersion. Protect it from moisture and splashes. Clean only with a slightly damp cloth.

Where can I get my laser level repaired?

Repairs must be carried out by a SKIL authorized service center. Return the device unopened with your proof of purchase. See www.skil.com for addresses.

USER MANUAL 1961 DA SKIL

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GB	ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS	5
F	NOTICE ORIGINALE	8
D	ORIGINALBETRIEBSANLEITUNG	12
NL	ORIGINELE GEBRUIKSAANWIJZING	16
S	BRUKSANVISNING I ORIGINAL	19
DK	ORIGINAL BRUGSANVISNING	22
N	ORIGINAL BRUKSANVISNING	26
FIN	ALKUPERÄISET OHJEET	29
E	MANUAL ORIGINAL	32
P	MANUAL ORIGINAL	36
I	ISTRUZIONI ORIGINALI	40
H	EREDETI HASZNÁLATI UTASÍTÁS	44
CZ	PÜVODNÍM NÁVODEM K POUŽÍVÁNÍ	47
TR	ORÍJINAL İŞLETME TALİMATI	51
PL	INSTRUKCJA ORYGINALNA	54
RU	ПОДЛИННИК РУКОВОДСТВА ПОЭКСПЛУАТАЦИИ	58

UA	ОРИГИНАЛЬНА ИНСТРУКЦІЯЗ ЕКСПЛУАТАЦІЇ	63
GR	ПРОТОТУПО ОДНГІΩΝ ХРНЄНЄ	67
RO	INSTRUCTIUNI DE FOLOSIREORIGINALE	72
BG	ОРИГИНАЛНО РЪКОВОДСТВОЗА ЕКСПЛОАТАЦИЯ	75
SK	PÔVODNÝ NÁVOD NA POUŽITIE	79
HR	ORIGINALNE UPUTE ZA RAD	83
SRB	ORIGINALNO UPUTSTVO ZA RAD	86
SLO	IZVIRNA NAVODILA	89
EST	ALGUPÄRANE KASUTUSJUHEND	93
LV	ORIGINÄLÄ LIETOŠANAS PAMÄCĪBA	96
LT	ORIGINALI INSTRUKCIJA	100
MK	ИЗВОРНО УПАТСТВО ЗА РАБОТА	103
AL	UDHËZIMET ORIGJINALE	107
AR	دليل الاستعمال	116
FA	راهنماي اصلی	114

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* NOT STANDARD INCLUDED

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1960 P max <1mW , λ=635nm IEC/EN 60825-1: 2014 P max <5mW , λ=520nm IEC/EN 60825-1: 2014

⑤ USB Micro-B A * * NOT STANDARD INCLUDED

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1 360°

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2 360°

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360° Cross-line laser 1960/1961

INTRODUCTION

• The measuring tool is intended for determining and checking horizontal and vertical lines
• The measuring tool is suitable exclusively for operation in enclosed working sites
  • This tool is not intended for professional use
• Save these instructions for future reference and include them with the measuring tool when giving it to a third party

TECHNICAL DATA

Working range (approx.)*	20m (1960), 30m (1961)
Levelling accuracy ±0.5 mm/m
Self-levelling range ± 4°
Levelling time ≤5 seconds
Operating temperature -5°C to +40°C
Storage temperature -20°C to +70°C
Relative humidity (max.)	90%
Laser class 2
Laser type	635nm (1960), 520nm (1961)
Tripod mount	1/4”
Battery	Li-Polymer, 3.7V, 1200mAh (1960), 2000mAh (1961)
Operating time	10hrs (1960), 8hrs (1961)
Weight	0.44 kg
Dimensions (length x width x height)	96 x 73 x 107 mm

* Important: under unfavourable conditions (e.g. in bright light) the tool's working range will be reduced

TOOL ELEMENTS ①

A Charger interface
B Battery level indicator
C On/Off button / Mode button
D Exit opening for laser beam
E Automatic levelling indicator
F Switch for automatic levelling / locking the levelling unit
G Tripod mount 1/4"
H Charger cable
J Laser viewing glasses*
K Tripod*
* NOT STANDARD INCLUDED

SAFETY

• All instructions must be read and observed in order to work safely with the measuring tool ②
• If the equipment is used in a manner not specified by the manufacturer, the protection provided by the equipment may be impaired
• Never make warning signs on the measuring tool unrecognisable
• The use of other operating or adjusting equipment or the application of other processing methods than those mentioned here can lead to dangerous radiation exposure
• Do not direct the laser beam at persons or animals and do not stare into the direct or reflected laser beam yourself, not even from a distance (you could blind somebody, cause accidents or damage your eyes) ④
• If laser radiation strikes your eye, you must deliberately close your eyes and immediately turn your head away from the beam
• Do not make any modifications to the laser equipment
• Have the measuring tool repaired only through qualified specialists using original spare parts (this ensures that the safety of the measuring tool is maintained)
• Do not allow children to use the laser measuring tool without supervision (they could unintentionally blind other persons or themselves)

- Do not operate the measuring tool in explosive environments, such as in the presence of flammable liquids, gases or dusts (sparks can be created in the measuring tool which may ignite the dust or fumes)

EXPLANATION OF SYMBOLS ON TOOL

② Read the instruction manual before use
③ Do not dispose of electric tools and batteries together with household waste material
④ Laser radiation / Do not stare into beam / Class 2 laser product

USE

- Charging battery ⑤

! the battery supplied is partially charged (to ensure full capacity of the battery, completely charge the battery in the battery charger before using your power tool for the first time) ! read and follow the instruction delivered with the charger or power supply

-only use a charger or power supply which has an output voltage of 5V and output current of ≥ 0.5A -connect charger cable H with both charger or power supply (not standard included) and charger interface A
-indicator B is blinking RED indicating that the battery is being charged and the current battery capacity enables the tool to be operated for 30 minutes or less
-indicator B is blinking YELLOW indicating that the battery is being charged and the current battery capacity enables the tool to be operated for more than 30 minutes
-indicator B is blinking GREEN indicating that the battery is charged for more than 90% of full capacity
-indicator B turns GREEN continuously when the battery is fully charged

- Battery level indicator B ①

-during use the battery level indicator B indicates the remaining battery capacity with different colors

-GREEN indicates more than 40% of full capacity
-YELLOW indicates less than 40% of full capacity
-RED indicates only 30 minutes left before turning off automatically

- On/off ⑥

-to switch on the measuring tool, press either laser button C when using it WITHOUT automatic leveling, or slide switch F into position ⑥ a to unlock the levelling unit when using it WITH automatic levelling

! immediately after switching on, the measuring tool sends a laser beam out of the exit opening D ! do not point the laser beam at persons or animals and do not stare into the laser beam yourself, not even from a large distance

-to switch off the measuring tool, press either laser button C when using it WITHOUT automatic leveling, or slide switch F into position ⑥b to lock the levelling unit when using it WITH automatic levelling

-do not leave the switched on measuring tool unattended and switch the measuring tool off after use (other persons could be blinded by the laser beam)

-when not using the measuring tool, switch it off in order to extend the battery life

- Operating modes

-all modes can be selected WITH automatic levelling (position ⑥a) and WITHOUT automatic levelling (position ⑥b)

-press button C repeatedly until the desired mode is set

1) Cross-line mode: the measuring tool generates a horizontal and a vertical laser line⑦
2) Horizontal mode: the measuring tool generates a horizontal laser line ⑧
3) Vertical mode: the measuring tool generates a vertical laser line ⑨

- Working with automatic levelling -position the measuring tool on a level, firm support or attach it to tripod K

-slide switch F to position ⑥a

-if the automatic levelling function is not possible, e.g. because the surface on which the measuring tool stands deviates by more than 4° from the horizontal plane, the laser lines flash and indicator E turns red -if this is the case, set up the measuring tool in a level position and wait for the self-levelling to take place

-as soon as the measuring tool is once again within the self-levelling range of ±4^ , the laser lines light up continuously and indicator E turns off

-when not within the self-levelling range of ±4^ , working with automatic levelling is not possible, because it cannot be assured that the laser lines run at a right angle to each other

-in case of ground vibrations or position changes during operation, the measuring tool is automatically levelled in again

-to avoid errors, check the position of the horizontal and vertical laser line with regard to the reference points upon re-levelling

• Working without automatic levelling

-slide switch F to position ⑥b

-push laser button C to turn on the laser beam

-indicator E turns red continuously in this mode

-when automatic levelling is switched off, you can hold the measuring tool freely in your hand or place it on an inclined surface

APPLICATION ADVICE

• Always use the centre of the laser line for marking (the width of the laser line changes with the distance)

- Laser viewing glasses ① (not standard included)

-laser viewing glasses J① filter out the ambient light

-this makes the light of the laser appear brighter for the eyes

-do not use the laser viewing glasses as safety goggles (the laser viewing glasses are used

for improved visualisation 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 colour perception)

- Working with the tripod (not standard included)

-tripod K① offers a stable, height-adjustable measuring support

-place the measuring tool via tripod mount G onto the 1/4" male thread of the tripod and screw the locking screw of the tripod tight

MAINTENANCE / SERVICE

• This tool is not intended for professional use
- Protect the measuring tool against moisture and direct sun light
- Do not subject the measuring tool to extreme temperatures or variations in temperature (the accuracy of the measuring tool can be impaired)

-as an example, do not leave it in vehicles for long time

-allow the measuring tool to adjust to the ambient temperature before putting it into operation

- Avoid heavy impact to or falling down of the measuring tool

-damage to the measuring tool can impair its accuracy
-after heavy impact or shock, compare the laser lines with a known horizontal or vertical reference line

- Push switch F ① into locking position ⑥ when transporting the measuring tool (this locks the levelling unit, which can be damaged in case of intense movement)

• Keep the measuring tool clean at all times
• Do not immerse the measuring tool in water or other fluids
• Wipe off debris using a moist and soft cloth

• Do not use any cleaning agents or solvents

• Regularly clean the surfaces at the exit opening of the laser in particular, and pay attention to any fluff of fibres

• If the tool should fail despite the care taken in manufacturing and testing procedures, repair should be carried out by an after-sales service centre for SKIL power tools

-send the tool undismantled together with proof of purchase to your dealer or the nearest SKIL service station (addresses as well as the service diagram of the tool are listed on www.skil.com)

- Be aware that damage due to overload or improper handling of the tool will be excluded from the warranty (for the SKIL warranty conditions see www.skil.com or ask your dealer)

ENVIRONMENT

- Do not dispose of electric tools, batteries, accessories and packaging together with household waste material (only for EU countries)

-in observance of European Directive 2012/19/EC on waste of electric and electronic equipment and its implementation in accordance with national law, electric tools that have reached the end of their life must be collected separately and returned to an environmentally compatible recycling facility

-symbol ③ will remind you of this when the need for disposing occurs

VEDLIKEHOLD / SERVICE

APKALPOŠANA / APKOPE

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19601 LASER 2 P max <1mW , λ=635nm IEC/EN 60825-1: 2014

LASER 2 P max <5mW, λ=520nm IEC/EN 60825-1: 2014

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