7995H-English_Manuals 5/14/14 9:27 AM Page 1 Electronic Self-Leveling Horizontal & Vertical Rotary Laser Model Nos. 40-6526, 40-6529, 40-6544 Instruction Manual Congratulations on your choice of this Electronic Self-Leveling Horizontal & Vertical Rotary Laser. We suggest you read this instruction manual thoroughly before using the instrument. Save this instruction manual for future use.
7995H-English_Manuals 5/14/14 9:27 AM Page 2 Table of Contents 1. Kit Contents 2. Features and Functions 3. Safety Instructions 4. Location/Content of Warning Labels 5. Location of Parts/Components 6. Operating Instructions 7. Using the Product 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. Self-Check & Fine Calibration Technical Specifications Application Demonstrations Care and Handling Product Warranty Warranty Registration Accessories 1. Kit Contents Description Model No. 40-6526 Qty.
7995H-English_Manuals 5/14/14 9:27 AM Page 3 Description Model No. 40-6544 Electronic Self-Leveling Horizontal & Vertical Green Beam Rotary Laser NiMH rechargeable battery pack Alkaline battery compartment (batteries not included) 6.4V battery adapter Remote Control with 9V Battery Wall/Ceiling Mount Tinted Glasses Target Instruction Manual with Warranty Card Hard-Shell Carrying Case Qty. 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 2.
7995H-English_Manuals 5/14/14 9:27 AM Page 4 3. Safety Instructions Please read and understand all of the following instructions, prior to using this tool. Failure to do so, may void the warranty. Model 40-6526 & Model 40-6529 DANGER! Class IIIa Laser Product Max. Power Output: ≤ 5mW Wavelength: 625-645nm THIS TOOL EMITS LASER RADIATION. DO NOT STARE INTO BEAM. AVOID DIRECT EYE EXPOSURE. Model 40-6544 DANGER! Class IIIa Laser Product Max.
7995H-English_Manuals 5/14/14 9:27 AM Page 5 ATTENTION IMPORTANT • Read all instructions prior to operating this laser tool. Do not remove any labels from tool. • Do not stare directly at the laser beam. • Do not project the laser beam directly into the eyes of others. • Do not set up laser tool at eye level or operate the tool near a reflective surface as the laser beam could be projected into your eyes or into the eyes of others.
7995H-English_Manuals 5/14/14 9:27 AM Page 6 4. Location/Content of Warning Labels Model 40-6526 & Model 40-6529 6 Model 40-6544 ©2014 Johnson Level & Tool - Rev.
995H-English_Manuals 5/14/14 9:27 AM Page 7 5. Location of Part/Components Output Window Rotating Head Remote Receiving Handle Screw for battery cover Vertical base 5/8" thread hole on side 5/8" thread hole on bottom 6. Operating Instructions IMPORTANT: It is the responsibility of the user to verify the calibration of the instrument before each use. Notes: • Always check to make sure that the laser is in the off position (when power indicator lamp is not lit) before removing and replacing batteries.
7995H-English_Manuals 5/14/14 9:27 AM Page 8 Alkaline Battery Installation Put 4 “C” alkaline batteries into the alkaline battery pack according to polarity direction, then insert the battery pack into the laser. Insert the rechargeable battery into the laser. Charging the Rechargeable Batteries Insert the charger into an AC outlet and into the rechargeable battery pack, the rechargeable battery is now charging.
7995H-English_Manuals 5/14/14 9:27 AM Page 9 Charging directly to rechargeable battery pack Charging to the laser Note: When the power indicator light is flashing on the laser, the battery is low. Charge the rechargeable battery every two or three months if the laser will be unused for a long period of time.
7995H-English_Manuals 5/14/14 9:27 AM Page 10 to adjust to your desired working status. (Note: Remote will not power unit on.) 4. After finishing operation or before moving the instrument, turn the power off. 7. Using the Product Place the unit on a relatively level surface like a tripod, floor, etc during operation.
7995H-English_Manuals 5/14/14 9:27 AM Page 11 Power On/Off 1. Press the power button to power on. The power indicator LED will light up and the instrument will automatically level itself, with rotation occurring once the unit is level. 2. Press the power button again to power off. 3. Pressing the red power button on the remote will power down the laser beam and rotating beacon, but does not power off the laser. The power indicator LED will flash twice.
7995H-English_Manuals 5/14/14 9:27 AM Page 12 on the laser keypad or remote will allow the laser to re-level and start rotating again and the TILT mode will repeat. Speed Adjustment After unit electronically self-levels, it rotates at its highest speed (500rpm). Press the speed adjustment button (see figure) on either the laser keypad or remote to change the rotating speed to its low speed (200rpm). Note: During the self-leveling sequence, this key is not functional. Scan Mode 1.
7995H-English_Manuals 5/14/14 9:27 AM Page 13 - Press the button pointing to the left to shift the slope angle down to the left facing the laser. - Press the button pointing to the right to shift the slope angle down to the right facing the laser. 2. Press the slope mode button again to select Y-direction slope. The Y LED will turn on. - Press the button pointing to the left to shift the slope angle down to the front of the laser facing the laser.
7995H-English_Manuals 5/14/14 9:27 AM Page 14 Timed Auto-off Function Turn the unit on using the power button on the laser keypad. Press the power button once on the remote control. The unit is now in sleep mode. The rotating beacon and laser beam will be powered down. If the unit is in sleep mode for 30 continuous minutes, the unit turns off automatically. With a second press of the power button on remote control, the unit exits sleep mode and enters self-level mode.
7995H-English_Manuals 5/14/14 9:27 AM Page 15 Detector Usage For use outside or in areas with heavy ambient lighting. The 40-6715 (model 40-6529 only) laser detector is an indispensable accessory when using rotary laser levels. The main function of the detector is to detect the position of the laser signals that are transmitted by rotary lasers. This detection quickly and precisely provides the user with the horizontal and vertical references.
7995H-English_Manuals 5/14/14 9:27 AM Page 16 2. Components (a) Exterior Instruction 1) Horizontal vial 2) Front display window 3) Front on grade mark 4) Vertical vial 5) LED key 6) Power key 7) Beeper 8) Reception window 9) Fine/Coarse accuracy key 10) Beeper key 11) Back display window 12) Back on grade mark 13) Bracket screw thread 14) Battery cover screw 15) Battery cover 16 ©2014 Johnson Level & Tool - Rev.
7995H-English_Manuals 5/14/14 9:27 AM Page 17 (b) Display 1. Power on symbol 2. Low battery indicator 3. Fine/Coarse symbol 4. Beeper symbol 5. Position indication arrows Power Key: Turn on/off the power Fine/Coarse Accuracy Key: Switch detecting accuracy LED Key: Turn on/off the LCD’s light Volume Key: Cycles between high, low and off 3. Operation Guide (a) Battery Installation • Open the battery cover door by turning the battery cover screw counter-clockwise.
7995H-English_Manuals 5/14/14 9:27 AM Page 18 4. Operating Instructions Power On Press the power key to turn the unit on. The LCD display will illuminate all the indicator segments for 0.5 second (Fig.2). When the indicator segments are no longer illuminated, the detector is ready for use. Figure 3 Figure 2 Note: The LCD display will still have the power, detection and sound indicators illuminated (Fig. 3).
7995H-English_Manuals 5/14/14 9:28 AM Page 19 Detecting Laser Level Signals While detecting laser signals, the LCD will display as follows: (take the set-up state of high sound and fine detection as an example) Laser signal Laser signal Laser signal The laser signal is down The laser signal is up Horizontal bar indicated on-grade No laser signal is detected Sound: rapid short beeps Sound: slow short beeps Sound: continuous sound Sound: no sound When the laser signal is near the on-grade mark, th
7995H-English_Manuals 5/14/14 9:28 AM Page 20 2. When detecting a vertical laser signal, it is important to have the bubble vial centered, as the deflection of the receiver will influence its receiving accuracy. 3. Keep the reception window facing the laser while detecting. 4. Hold the unit stable while detecting. LED Function Power on and press the LED key, the LCD will now be backlit.
7995H-English_Manuals 5/14/14 9:28 AM Page 21 8. Self-Check & Fine Calibration IMPORTANT: It is the responsibility of the user to verify the calibration of the instrument before each use. It is recommended that the laser must be self-checked before operation. If the accuracy is found beyond tolerance, the user can make fine adjustments according to the directions as follows. X & Y Direction Accuracy Self-Check 1. Note the X & Y direction on top of the laser. 2.
7995H-English_Manuals 5/14/14 9:28 AM Page 22 10' 50' 7. If point Y- and Y= are within 1/16" at 50', the accuracy is within tolerance. Fine Calibration Using the Remote Control The following procedure is only valid when adjusting out errors that are less than 1/2" over 100 ft. Errors larger than 1/2" at 100 ft. must be done by a qualified technician. Reference section 12 for further information. 1. Access calibration mode by simultaneously pressing the power button and TILT button. 2.
7995H-English_Manuals 5/14/14 9:28 AM Page 23 • Once the desired axes have been selected, the UP arrow and DOWN arrow buttons are used to adjust the position of the laser plane. X-Axis Calibration 1. Place the unit into calibration mode as discussed above. 2. Position the unit so that the X axis is directed to the two walls. 3. Press the X/Y button on the remote control to toggle calibration control to the X axis. 4.
7995H-English_Manuals 5/14/14 9:28 AM Page 24 5. Press the ENTER button on the remote control to accept the calibration value, noting that the Y LED goes “OFF”. 6. After calibration is completed, make sure to power off the unit and then power on again to activate the calibration. Z-Axis Check/Calibration 1. Place the unit on a level surface with the Y direction facing the far target. 2. Mark the wall where the laser hits. 3. Turn the laser “OFF” then “ON” again. 4.
7995H-English_Manuals 5/14/14 9:28 AM Page 25 9. Technical Specifications Laser Wavelength 635nm±10nm (Model 40-6526 & 40-6529) 532nm±10nm (Model 40-6544) Laser Classification Class IIIa Maximum Power Output ≤5mW Accuracy ±1/8"/100 ft. (±1mm/10m) Interior Range Up to 200 ft. (60m) diameter depending upon light conditions (Model 40-6526 & 40-6529) Up to 400 ft. (120m) diameter depending upon light conditions (Model 40-6544) Exterior Range Up to 1500 ft.
7995H-English_Manuals 5/14/14 9:28 AM Page 26 Power Supply Rechargeable NiMH battery pack and 6.4V adapter (included in Model 40-6529 & 40-6544) 4 - “C” alkaline batteries (included in Model 40-6526) Battery Life Approx. battery life 24 hours continuous use with rechargeable battery pack, 40 hours with 4 “C” alkaline batteries Dimensions 8.62" x 6.29" x 7.95" (219mm x 160mm x 202mm) Weight 4.
7995H-English_Manuals 5/14/14 9:28 AM Page 27 10. Application Demonstrations Plumb reference for ceiling installation Reference for flooring installation Reference for window installation Reference for squaring and leveling Reference for retaining wall installation Reference for cement floor installation Reference for fence Reference for trim installation and locating ceiling fixtures ©2014 Johnson Level & Tool - Rev.
7995H-English_Manuals 5/14/14 9:28 AM Page 28 11. Care and Handling • This laser unit is a precision tool that must be handled with care. • Avoid exposing unit to shock vibrations and extreme temperatures. • Before moving or transporting the unit, make sure that the unit is turned off. • Remove the batteries when storing the unit for an extended time (more than three months) to avoid damage to the unit should the batteries deteriorate. • Always store the unit in its case when not in use.
7995H-English_Manuals 5/14/14 9:28 AM Page 29 NOTE: The user is responsible for the proper use and care of the product. It is the responsibility of the user to verify the calibration of the instrument before each use. For further assistance, or if you experience problems with this product that are not addressed in this instruction manual, please contact our Customer Service Dept. In the U.S., contact Johnson Level & Tool’s Customer Service Department at 888-9-LEVELS.
7995H-English_Manuals 5/14/14 9:28 AM Page 30 14. Accessories Johnson® accessories are available for purchase through authorized Johnson® dealers. Use of non-Johnson® accessories will void any applicable limited warranty and there will be NO WARRANTY. If you need any assistance in locating any accessories, please contact our Customer Service Department. In the U.S., contact Johnson Level & Tool’s Customer Service Department at 888-9-LEVELS.
