Pentax PLP-601 User's Manual
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1. C Put into the carrying for storage and place in a dry area not subject to vibration dust or high moisture When storage and usage temperatures are widely different leave the instrument in the case until it can adjust to the surrounding temperature The detector option may react to the Laser beam and further react to the Fluorescent lamp Site lamp modulated light or an electric wave in or near the airport etc and so correct measurement is sometimes not performed near these places In these cases please measure again after stopping or cutting these modulated light or wave etc The instrument should be transported or carried carefully to avoid impact or vibration The instrument should be stored in the carrying case and packed with cushioning material and handled with care as Fragile Check the check and adjustment of the datumpoint of page 35 in this manual and be sure to check to see if error exists before the instrument is used After the instrument has been stored along time or it has suffered an impact or vibration be sure to check to see if trouble exists before use If any trouble exists adjust or have it repaired Be sure to observe the items in the instruction manual for proper use of the instrument Please replace attached batteries with new ones before you work because their voltage may be low 10 CONTENT Safety Precautions Precautions el For proper use of the in2. be continued perform this procedure after resetting the laser beam at the reference mark 3 When status that the automatic self leveling function does not become stable continues for about 3 after power supply is turned on gt Turn off the power supply and turn on the power supply again But warning is displayed farther change the setting place of instrument or stop the construction machines which may be the cause of vibraton NOTE e After warning is displayed Off level display lamp turns on in red if no key is pressed for about 10 power supply is turned off automatically e At above 2 warning display does not work while automatic self leveling function stops Off level display lamp tums on in red 21 22 3 Preparation for measurement 1 1 Setting up the tripod Arranging the tripod Prepare the normal tripod for Level instrument The dome head type and elevation type tripod for Level instrument can be used Selection of the place to set up the tripod Be sure to select a place where the job will not be interrupted and the instrument can be set to have almost same distance to each point to be measured Nearly horizontal Setting up the tripod For an extension tripod adjust the legs to a suitable length and secure the leg clamps Spread the legs to a proper extent for the tripod head to be nearly level and push them into the ground Q Should the tripod head be off level adju
3. OTE e The liquid crystal displays all light up as shown in the above figure with the power switch pressed This permits checking for any defects in the liquid crystal display e The battery s remaining capacity is always indicated with the power turned on Check when to replace the battery referring to the figure on the above e The power turns off automatically if no laser beam is received and any key not operated for about ten minutes To turn on the power again push the power key once again 27 Selecting the reference level detecting accuracy Push the detection accuracy selection switch to select the needed detection accuracy High accuracy detection To be selected for detecting the reference level with accuracy Low accuracy detection To be selected if high accuracy is not needed or when stable reference level cannot be obtained due to slight vibration at job site M High accuracy Low accuracy gt ila NOTE e For the detection accuracy to be selected check with the mark in the liquid crystal display see the figure on the above e The detection accuracy alternates each time the detection accuracy selection switch is pressed e High detection accuracy is initiated when the power turns on e Ifthe point to be measured is distant the reference level may not be displayed stably by the influence of heat waves shimming or the instrument slightly vibrating Under such cond
4. Total Construction Solutions Instruction Manual PENTAX Industrial Instruments Co Ltd E mail Website Safety Precautions must be followed The following items are intended to prevent possible injury to the user or other people and or damage to the instrument These safety precautions are important to the safe operation of this product and should be observed at all times Distinctive Displays The following displays are used to distinguish precautions by the degree of injury or damage that may result if the precaution is ignored A WARNING WARNING Items indicated by this indication are precautions which if ignored could result in death or serious injury CAUTION CAUTION Items indicated by this indication are precautions which if ignored may result in injury or material damage e Theterm injury here refers to injuries such as cuts bums or electric shock the treatment of which will not likely require hospitalization or longterm attention e Material damage refers to damage to facilities buildings acquired data etc 1 For safety in handling this laser product operate it according to the instructions shown on the warning label the location of which is shown in the following illustration a 2 Laser warning label The label is put on the ceiling 3 Laser is emitted from here and this part is rotated N WARNING WARNING While the instrument is operating be careful not to ex
5. are the spare battery Turning on 1 green lamp E Battery isto be replaced Blink of 1 red lamp E E Replace the battery Turning on 1 red lamp NOTE e When 4 pcs rechargeable batteries type D are used only 2 green lamps are turned on even if they are fully charged 18 3 Auto manual change key OD When the Auto manual change key is being pressed for more than 2 seconds the manual mode display lamp is turned on in red The automatic self leveling begins MANUAL BATTERY and the automatic self leveling AN oN function stops after completion of automatic leveling During the manual mode the laser beam is emitted even if the Auto manual change key instrument is tilted largely out of correction area When the Auto manual change key is pressed again the manual mode display lamp is turned off the manual mode is reset and returns to normal function Manual mode display lamp NOTE e Simple grade setting can be done by manual mode but usually performed without stopping the automatic self leveling function without pressing the Auto manual change key During the manual mode the horizontal accuracy of emitted laser beam is not guaranteed e During the manual mode the manual mode display lamp is turned on in red 19 4 Switching the rotation speed e Please switch the rotation speed after turning off the instrumen
6. ber how the instrument is placed in the case before removing it Putting the instrument into the carrying case Set down the carrying case and open the cover Gently put the instrument into the case Close the case and secure the latch NOTE e When taking out the instrument be sure to secure it with your hands e When putting the instrument into the case be sure to turn the power switch off e If the case cover is difficult to close check again whether or not the instrument is properly inside the case 1 4 Battery insertion Battery insertion for the instrument Turn the detaching knob for battery cap counterclockwise and remove the cap from the instrument Insert 4 pcs D type batteries into the battery box according to its and marks PLP 601 PLP 602 While holding the instrument with one hand push the battery cap into the battery box and attach it by tuming the knob clockwise 15 Battery insertion for the detector LS6 Detector Slide the battery cover while pushing its mm mark and remove it Insert the accumulated dry battery into the battery holder according to its and marks Slide the battery cover to reinsert it Accumulated Dry Battery 6F22 Battery Cover Rear View of LS6 CAUTION e Pay attention to the battery holder s and marks for proper battery insertion e Batteries must be of the same type Do not use a combination of batteries whose
7. detection accuracy initially set Mark the reference point detected for both walls A B Arrange a pair of target plates with the same scale and fix them to the walls A and B so that the center values of the target plates coincide with the reference point marks Loosen the center screw of the tripod to turn the instrument 180 for the X side to face the Wall B and tighten the center lock screw again for the instrument to be leveled again Over view Keypad t 35 36 Read the target plates on the walls A B to detect the reference points If the readings of the target plates differ less than 5 mm the instrument needs not to be adjusted O If more than 5 mm proceed to the following Adjustment procedure e Appr 20m gle Appr 20m Target a RE enue see co Wall A X side in 1 E S Xsidein 5 Wall B 5 3 Troubleshooting PLP 601 PLP 602 PLP 601R PLP 602R Rotor Display Content Checking point Display lamps are not turned on Battery capacity is low Incorrect battery insertion Replace with fresh batteries or charge battery Check the polarity of the batteries Lamp turns on Does not rotate Instrument tilt exceeds auto leveling area 5 7 Instrument is tilt largely by any cause After power supply turns on unstable state of auto self leveling function continues approx 3 min NOTE Tu
8. e subject to this radiation as a scanned beam while the rotor is rotating until such time that the instrument is turned off e Fora period of less than 10 seconds during the operation the user may be subjected to this radiation 2 The following labels are affixed to and must remain attached to this laser product A Certification Label This laser product conforms to the provisions of 21 CFR 1040 10 and 1040 11 For a class 2 laser product Located on the surface of the base of top handle Caurion Label Laser beam do not look into the laser beam source directly Located near to exit aperture facing upward 3 Caution to maintain the safety in compliance with the standard To maintain the safety standard refrain from any operation mainte nance or adjustment other than described in this instruction manual Operation maintenance or adjustment other than those specified in this instruction manual may result in hazardous radiation exposure Maintenance and repair not covered in this manual must be done by an authorized Pentax dealer 41 E E p O O O O O 65 65 O O O O O to LO lt m N je Oo oo to LA lt H AH ri H AH AH AH tt td tt a E E p O oO oO O O O O O O O oO oO to LO st AN AH O gy oo to LO ft ri H A ri ri H H p O e ra PENTAX Industrial Instruments Co Ltd 2 5 2 Higashi Oizumi Nerima ku Tokyo 178 0063 apan Tel 81 3 5905 1222 Fax 81 3 5905 1225 E ma
9. il international piic pentax co jp Website www pentax co jp piic survey Printed in Bdgum for your precious moments Ce The CE marking assures that this product complies with the requirements of the EC directive for safety JSIMA Japan Surveying Instruments Manufacturers Assocation Member symbol of the Japan Surveying Instruments Manufacturers Association representing the high quality surveying products PENTAX Total Surveying Solutions e ISO ISO 9001 2000 iso 14001 1896
10. itions select Low detection accuracy 28 ON or OFF of the beam reception buzzer Push the beam reception buzzer switch to select either the buzzer sounding or silenced a Illuminating the display D Push the illumination switch to illuminate the display O Pushing the switch again turns off the illumination PENTAX NOTE e For either the buzzer sounding or silencing to be selected check with the mark in the liquid crystal display see the figure on the above e The buzzer sounding silencing alternates each time the buzzer switch is pushed e The buzzer sounding is initiated when the power turns on e The illumination turns off automatically if no laser beam is received and any switch is not operated for about one minute To illuminate the display again push the illumination switch once more 29 Detecting the reference level At the measuring point set the position of the detector nearly to the height of the beam emitting aperture of the instrument Position the detector where the buzzer sound or the beam reception display appears by directing the detecting display nearly toward the instrument and moving the detector up and down Move the detector up and down again according to the beam reception display or the buzzer and obtain the reference level i Move the detector down as it is positioned high A The buzzer sound beeps a
11. pose your eyes to the emitting laser beam red light source Exposure to a laser beam for along time may be hazardous to your eyes Laser beam Equivalent to class 2 Laser level Do not try to dismantle the instrument Have it repaired by your dealer or authorized repair shop Dismantling it by yourself may worsen the trouble Z CAUTION CAUTION Do not stand on the carrying case The case could turn over causing the person standing on it to fall When attaching the instrument to a tripod make sure the instrument is securely fixed to the tripod and then securely tighten the tripod leg clamps If not securely fastened and or tightened the main unit could fall off or the tripod could fall over When carrying the tripod be careful so that the tripod shoes do not strike anyone When setting the tripod make sure not to stab someone s hand or foot with the tripod shoes Operate this laser product with the height of laser avoiding that of eyes of car drivers and pedestrians Avoid putting the laser on a highly reflective material such as mirror When disposing of this instrument take a measure such as breaking the battery cap so that the laser will not be emitted Precautions The instrument should not be stored or used in extreme temperatures or job on a place subject to rapid change of temperature Refer to the ambient temperature range The instrument may not function properly if used out of the ambient temperature range 50
12. remaining capacity differs 16 2 Display and Keypad 2 1 Keypad Manual mode display lamp Auto Manual change key Remaining battery display lamp A MANUAL MODE Off level display lamp Power supply key Battery check key 2 2 Role of keys 1 Power supply key Off level display lamp o MANUAL MODE Power supply key Pushing power supply key begins the automatic self leveling The off level display lamp blinks in red during activating the leveling The blink interval becomes longer gradually as the leveling comes near to completion The color of the off level display lamp turns to green when the leveling is completed a rotor begins to rotate and then a laser beam is emitted horizontally The lamp green is turned of about 5 seconds later after the leveling completion 17 2 Battery check key Off level display lamp D The consumption status of a battery can be confirmed by the remaining battery display lamp when the battery check key is pressed after turning on the power 0 one Pehee supply The remaining battery display lamp is turned off about 15 seconds later after the battery Battery check key check key is pressed Remaining battery display lamp OOL Turning on 3 green lamps MOL Turning on 2 green lamps Workable enough E E Remaining capacity is little Prep
13. rn off the power supply and reset the instrument level 5 7 and turn on again Turn off the power supply and turn on again Turn off the power supply and turn on again Lamp amp lamp blink mutually Defect of instrument itself Turn off the power supply and turn on again If the lamps blink farther instrument need to be repaired NOTE e When the operation is continued set the laser beam on the reference mark and perform it Manual mode display lamp qo MANUAL MODE Off level display lamp 37 38 Detector LS6 Rotor Display Content Checking point Can rotate Cannot detect D Battery capacity Replace with fresh is low battery Incorrect battery Check the polarity insertion of the batteries Can rotate Battery indicator Battery capacity Replace with fresh blinks is low battery NOTE e If the instrument is not returned to normal even through these measures connect your dealer or authorized shop 6 Specifications INSTRUMENT PLP 601R PLP 602R Accuracy of reference beam Measuring range Automatic self leveling range Light source Rotation speed Operation power supply Operation time Charging time Waterproof Working temperature range Tripod attaching screw Dimensions Weight DETECTOR LS6 Detection Accuracy Beam reception indicator Sensitivity of vial Power s
14. st it by expanding the legs accordingly NOTE e Fora tripod setting place be sure to select a place where the ground or floor has less vibration and there is no fear of upset e To set the tripod on a slippery floor the legs must be secured Use a chain or similar to keep the legs from spreading 23 3 2 Setting up the instrument Mounting on the tripod Mount the instrument on the tripod head and while supporting the instrument with one hand secure it using the tripod center screw phe Ls ae 4 jeje I elo Jo i Instrument IE A Tripod head 1 aa 0 T Center screw f f Ti q q j i A it N NOTE e Also when removing the instrument from the tripod loosen the center screw while supporting the instrument with one hand e Do not leave the instrument mounted on tripod without the center screw being tightened It may cause the instrument to fall and be damaged 24 3 3 Arranging the detector Installing the rod adapter LA6 LS6 detector Mount the instrument on the rod adapter so that the guide pin of the rod adapter is inserted into the guide hole in the back of the detector Tighten the attaching screw of the rod adapter into the detector Rod Adapter i gt Fixing screw Detector NOTE e The rod adapter is to be used when the detector is used together with a staff or plain rod 25 26 4 Measurement 4 1 Operating the instrumen
15. strument 11 Standard configuration 12 Description 13 Unpacking 14 Battery insertion 2 Display and Keypad 2 1 Keypad 2 2 Role of keys 2 3 Warning display 3 Preparation for measurement 3 1 Setting up the tripod 3 2 Setting up the instrument 3 3 Arranging the detector 4 Measurement 41 Operating the instrument 42 Operating the detector LS3 5 Maintenance and adjustment 5 1 Maintenance after use 5 2 Check and adjustment of the datum point 5 3 Troubleshooting 6 Specifications 7 Notice to the user of this product 11 17 22 26 33 39 40 1 For proper use of the instrument 1 1 Standard configuration The instrument PLP 601 PLP 602 PLP 601R PLP 602R Detector LS6 Rod Adapter LA6 D type battery PLP 601 PLP 602 Charger PLP 601R PLP 602R Rechargeable Ni MH battery built in the body PLP 601R PLP 602R D Carrying Case Instruction Manual 11 1 2 Description Center mark Top handle Emitting beam aperture Keypad Battery cap Detachable knob for Bottom plate 12 Illumination Switch Buzzer Switch Accuracy Switch Power Switch LCD Display Index Rod Adapter LA6 Detector Attaching Screw Fixing Knob 13 14 1 3 Unpacking Taking the instrument out of the carrying case D Gently set down the carrying case so that its cover is upward Unlatch and open the case while pushing the latch lock Remem
16. t Starting the operation Press the power supply key Automatic self leveling function works and leveling begins automatically When leveling is completed the rotor begins to rotate and emits invisible laser beam Manual mode Off level display lamp MANUAL BATTERY display lamp MODE CHECK Auto Manual change key ae key NOTE Before operating the instrument perform the Check and adjustment of the datum point on page 35 Before operating the instrument confirm that the manual mode display lamp is not turned on in red While automatic self leveling function the manual mode display lamp turns on in red pay attention that the horizontal accuracy of emitted laser beam is not guaranteed When the status that the automatic self leveling function is not stable continues for about 3 the off level display lamp turns on in red and rotation of rotor and the emission of laser beam stop While not in operation be sure to turn the instrument s power switch off Z WARNING While the instrument is operating be careful not to expose your eyes to the emitting laser beam red light source Exposure to a laser beam for along time may be hazardous to your eyes Laser beam Equivalent to class 2 Laser level 4 2 Operating the detector LS6 Power switch D Push the power switch to tum on the power to the detector Pushing the power switch again turns off the power PENTAX N
17. t power supply From 300 to 600 rpm Manual mode display lamp Push the power supply key while pushing the Auto Manual change Off level display lamp key Manual mode display lamp and off level display lamp blink in red a Ja few seconds and tell that the CHECK rotation is switched to 600 rpm The switched rotation speeds is memorized even if power supply is turned off Turn off the power supply and then push the power supply key U while pressing the battery check HECK key to return to 300 rpm Battery check Power supply key NOTE e When the instrument is set to 600 rpm the Manual mode display lamp and off level display lamp blink in red for a few seconds after power supply is turned on e Rotation speed is set to 300 rpm on factory shipping 20 2 3 Warning display Off level display lamp turns on in red as warning display and rotation of rotor and emission of laser beam stop under following situation Off level display lamp o MANUAL BATTERY MODE CHECK 1 When the instrument is tilted more than 5 7 10 then power supply is turned on gt Turn off the power supply and install the instrument horizontally within 5 7 and turn on the power supply again 2 When some shock is added to the instrument while at work Turn off the power supply and turn on the power supply again e If the work is to
18. t short intervals Hi 4 F This is the reference position A The buzzer sound beeps continuously cm Ea Move the detector up as it is positioned low The buzzer sounds lasting beeps intermittently Ca NOTE e When detecting the reference level the detector should face the instrument in the range of about 40 to the right and left from the front 30 Direct marking After the reference level has been detected mark a line along the detector s index or its top or bottom end LS 6 perecror Jae PENTAX Plain rod marking After the reference level has been detected mark a line along the plain rod stop or bottom end NOTE e Ifaline was marked along the detector s top or bottom end be sure to make measurement compensation as described on the back of the detector e The detector should previously be positioned correctly on the plain rod according to the reference mark Plain rod marking After the reference level has been detected mark a line along the plain rod stop or bottom end 31 Reading the staff After the reference level has been detected read the staff using the index on the rod adapter na LS 6 ocrecron PENTAX Rod Adapter NOTE e When detecting the reference level slightly loosen the fixing screw for the rod adapter and move the detector up and down along the staff 32 5 Maintenance 5 1 Maintenance after use S
19. tains on the main body Brush dust off and wipe off moisture with tissue paper Clean off any stains with a soft dry cloth Excessive stains should be removed with a soft cloth soaked in a water diluted neutral detergent and squeezed dry Do not use benzine thinner gasoline or chemicals Stains on the glass surface Brush dust off Gently wipe off stains with a silicone cloth or a cleaning cloth for eye glass lenses Excessive stains should be wiped off with soft cotton cloth impregnated with a cleaning liquid for eye glass lenses O Cleaning liquid 33 Handling the battery If the instrument is not to be used for a long time be sure to remove the batteries from the instrument and the detector and store them CO 2N o N leakage NOTE e Be sure not to use chemicals such as benzine thinner or gasoline e Be careful not to scratch the glass surface e Leaving the batteries in the instrument for extended period may cause power consumption even if it is not in use e If used battery is left in the battery holder the instrument of the detector may be damaged by the battery fluid leakage 34 5 2 Check and adjustment of the datum point Check Set up the instrument on the tripod halfway between two walls or pillars about 40m away so that the X side of the instrument faces the Wall A and level it Operate the instrument and tum on the power to the detector use the
20. upply voltage Operation time Auto power off Ilumination Dimensions 10 PLP 601 PLP 601R 12 PLP 602 PLP 602R Radius 1 200m PLP 601 PLP 601R Radius 1 120m PLP 602 PLP 602R 10 5 7 Visible Laser Diode 635nm Max 1 0mW 300rpm 600rpm can be switched 4 x D type batteries PLP 601 PLP 602 Rechargeable Ni MH battery PLP 601R PLP 602R 24 hours on manganese battery PLP 601 PLP 602 48 hours on alkaline battery PLP 601 PLP 602 18 hours on Rechargeable Ni MH battery PLP 601R PLP602R 2 hours PLP 601R PLP 602R IPX6 Watertight type 20 C 50 C 4 F 122 F JIS B type 5 8 x 11 thread 170w x170D x 225H mm 2 5kg w battery HIGH 1mm LOW 2 5mm Liquid crystal display buzzer 30 2mm DC9V battery 6F22 or 6LF22 Approx 40 hours on alkaline battery 6LF22 Power supply Approx 10 min Approx 1 min 140w x 68H x 25L mm 200g 39 40 7 Notice to the user of this product To assure compliance with the Safety Standard 21 CFR Chapter Subchapter J The U S bureau of Radiological Health requires the following information to be provided to the user 1 Specifications of Laser Radiation A This laser system is designed and built to have a GaAlAs laser B diode radiating at 635nm 15 nm Radiant power This laser product is designed and built to radiate a maximum average radiant power of 10u W as scanning beam during functional operation The user may b
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