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Specifications

Level & Up Beam Accuracy

1,2

± 1.5 mm @ 5 m (±

/16 in. @ 17 ft)

Down Beam Accuracy

1,2

± 1 mm @ 0.5 m (±

/16 in. @ 2.5 ft)

Square Beam Accuracy

LP50

1,2

± 1.5 mm @ 5 m (±

/16 in. @ 17 ft)

Self-Leveling Range ±4° from level

Out-of-Level Indicator Beam flashes

Working Range

Up to 30 m (100 ft)

Laser Class LP30 - 2 / LP50 - 3R, 3A

Laser Type 635 nm

Beam Shape Square

Battery Type 2 AA alkaline

Battery Life

20 hours (alkaline)

Low Battery Indicator Power/Low Battery LED changes to Red

Manual Mode and LED On and beam flashes

Compensator Lock Indicator

Operating Temperature Range –10 °C to 45 °C (14 °F to 113 °F)

Size H x L x W 90 x 104 x 61 mm (3.54 x 4.09 x 2.40 in.)

Weight 0.31 kg (0.69 lb)

LP30, LP50 Laser Pointer

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System Cleaning

For maximum performance and accuracy always keep the lenses

clean. When cleaning, apply very light pressure and use only a

good quality glass cleaner on a soft cloth to clean the exterior of

the laser and its lenses.

CAUTION: A dry cloth or abrasive organic cleaner could scratch

or damage these surfaces.

CAUTION: Do not submerge the laser.

Storage

When you’re not using the laser, store it in its pouch/carrying case.

CAUTION: Do not store the laser in a wet pouch/carrying case.

If the pouch/carrying case gets wet, let it dry before storing the

laser in it.

CAUTION: The batteries should be removed when storing the

laser more than 30 days.

Battery Disposal

Some states and local areas have regulations regarding the disposal

of batteries. Be sure to dispose of discharged batteries properly.

Maintenance and Care

You will get years of service from your laser by following the

maintenance and care recommendations in this manual. However

well the product is designed, mishaps do occur and the most

common problems associated with these are covered in the

following areas. Any damage to the laser caused by improper

maintenance and care voids the warranty.

Handling Precautions

When transferring the laser from a very low temperature to a

warmer environment or visa versa, always allow time for the laser

to reach the new temperature before using. Allowing this time is

especially important when transferring the laser from an extremely

heated/cold vehicle to the job site.

1. Low Battery is indicated by the Power On / Low Battery LED

changing from GREEN to RED.

2. Release the battery door latch using your fingers, a coin, or a

screwdriver. Open the door.

3. Install/remove the AA batteries.

NOTE: When installing the batteries, be sure to note the positive

(+) and negative (-) diagrams molded on the battery housing.

4. Close the battery door and latch it shut.

Battery Disposal

Some areas have regulations regarding the disposal of batteries. Be

sure to dispose of discharged batteries properly.

Installing/Removing the Batteries

CAUTION: The batteries should be removed when storing the

laser more than 30 days.

1. Power button

2. Manual Mode /

Compensator Lock On LED

3. Power On / Low Battery

LED

4. Laser Exit Windows

5. Compensator Lock /

Manual Mode Switch

6. ¼ x 20 Mounting Thread

7. Battery Door

8. Mounting Bracket (0002-

3470)

9. ¼ x 20 Mounting Knob –

Sliding

10. Magnets

11 Ceiling / floor target (23416)

FeaturesIntroduction

Thank you for choosing the Spectra Precision® LP30 or LP50

laser from the Trimble

family of precision handheld lasers. This

simple-to-use tool allows you to transfer points between the floor

and ceiling and to establish 90° points for laying out wall lines

and putting up wall partitions. You can also use the laser for

other applications where true plumb, square, and level setups

are required.

Before using the laser, be sure to read this operator’s manual

carefully. Included in it is information about setting up, using,

and maintaining the laser. Also included in this manual are

CAUTIONS and Notes. Each of these words represents a level

or danger or concern. A CAUTION indicates a hazard or unsafe

practice that could result in minor injury or property damage.

A Note indicates important information unrelated to safety.

Your comments and suggestions are welcome; please contact us at:

Trimble Construction Tools Division

8261 State Route 235

Dayton, Ohio 45424-6383 U.S.A.

Phone: (937) 245-5600

(800) 538-7800

FAX: (937) 233-9004

Internet: www.trimble.com/spectra

Basic Operation

1. Unlock the laser’s compensator by sliding the switch to the

LEFT.

NOTE: For added mechanism protection always lock the laser

when not in use by sliding the switch to the RIGHT.

2. Press the POWER button - the Power On / Low Battery LED

illuminates GREEN. When the unit is tilted out of its self-leveling

range the laser beams will blink 2 times per second.

3. The laser can be taken out of automatic self-leveling mode and

placed in MANUAL mode to perform slope work by locking the

laser’s compensator (slide the switch to the RIGHT). In

MANUAL mode the Manual Mode / Compensator Lock LED

will flash RED.

4. When the batteries need changed the Power On / Low Battery

LED changes to RED.

5. To turn OFF the laser, Press the POWER button again.

Applications

General Leveling and Aligning

1. Place the laser on a flat surface.

The laser must be level within its

self-leveling range.

2. Adjust the position of the beams

so they are at the desired positions.

3. Mark the position of the wall,

elevation, floor or ceiling.

Installing and Plumbing a Wall

1. Place the laser so the Plumb-Down

Beam is positioned over the desired

wall location.

NOTE: If the floor track is already

installed the laser should be placed on

the Mounting Bracket (0002-3470) to

clear the floor track and to position

the Plumb-Down Beam over the edge

of the track. Magnets are provided on

the Mounting Bracket to hold the

assembly to the floor track if desired.

2. Use the Plumb-Up Beam to

position the top track.

Installing a Ceiling

1. Measure up from the floor (or

other reference mark) to the

finished ceiling height.

2. Install the first piece of wall

molding

3. Slide the ceiling plate (0002-

3480) behind the wall molding

4. Magnetically attach the laser

and mounting bracket to the

ceiling plate so the level beam is at

wall molding height. Install the

rest of the wall molding.

5. Lower the laser 5 cm (2.0

inches) on the ceiling plate so that

the level beam is at the correct

ceiling target (23416) or wire

bending height.

6. Install the ceiling’s cross Ts and

main Ts.

0002-3470 Mounting Bracket

Over Tall Floor Track or Obstacles

with U-Mount

Ceiling with U-Mount and

0002-3480 Ceiling Plate

Columns with Mounting Strap

Elevations

with ¼ x 20

Tripod Mount

1 M (4 Ft) Marks

1) at 21° C (70° F)

2) along the axis

3) depending on ambient conditions

Summary of content (2 pages)

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Introduction LP30, LP50 Laser Pointer User Guide • Features Thank you for choosing the Spectra Precision® LP30 or LP50 laser from the Trimble® family of precision handheld lasers. This simple-to-use tool allows you to transfer points between the floor and ceiling and to establish 90° points for laying out wall lines and putting up wall partitions. You can also use the laser for other applications where true plumb, square, and level setups are required.
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Calibration 7. Adjust the laser’s height until the beam is superimposed over the mark made in step 5. Checking Accuracy—Level Before each use, be sure to check the pocket laser for signs of damage. If the laser has been dropped or subjected to other rough treatment, it should be checked for accuracy. Checking Accuracy—Plumb 4. Rotate the laser 180° and realign the down beam over the reference mark on the floor. 2) 5.