Johnson 40-6532, Instruction Manual

Page 1: ...ion manual thoroughly before using the instrument Save this instruction manual for future use This tool emits one rotating laser beam plus one plumb beam and is ideal for laying out indoor and outdoor construction projects This is a Class IIIa laser tool and is manufactured to comply with CRF 21 parts 1040 10 and 1040 11 as well as international safety rule IEC 285 1625i English_Manuals 12 28 16 9...

Page 2: ...15 Troubleshooting 1 Kit Contents Description for Model 40 6527 Qty Self Leveling Rotary Laser 1 Tinted Glasses 1 Alkaline Battery Compartment 1 C Alkaline Batteries 4 Instruction Manual 1 Soft Sided Carrying Case 1 Description for Model 40 6532 40 6539 Qty Self Leveling Rotary Laser 1 Ni MH Rechargeable Battery Pack 1 6 4V Battery Charger 1 Alkaline Battery Compartment batteries not included 1 De...

Page 3: ...nm THIS TOOL EMITS LASER RADIATION DO NOT STARE INTO BEAM AVOID DIRECT EYE EXPOSURE 2 Features and Functions Self leveling in the horizontal plane Locking mechanism protects inner pendulum during transportation Manual leveling in the vertical plane with 90º split beam Range scan modes include dot and two adjustable line lengths Visual and audible alarms when beyond leveling range Dust and rain res...

Page 4: ...e of gases or flammable liquids Keep the laser tool out of the reach of children and other untrained persons Do not attempt to view the laser beam through optical tools such as telescopes as serious eye injury may result Always turn the laser tool off when not in use or left unattended for a period of time Remove the batteries when storing the tool for an extended time more than 3 months to avoid ...

Page 5: ...s Laser output window Battery case locking screw Remote control Receivers Keypad Vertical adjustment knob Battery case 5 8 11 thread holes Transportation locking knob Calibration screw plug Handle and vertical bracket 1625i English_Manuals 12 28 16 9 41 AM Page 5 ...

Page 6: ...ording to the polarity indication shown in the battery case 2 Put the battery case on the instrument and tighten the locking screw 3 If using the rechargeable 40 6532 40 6539 battery pack put the battery box on the instrument and tighten the locking screw Note 40 6532 40 6539 For the first two charges of a new rechargeable battery pack it is necessary to charge for 12 plus hours The instrument wil...

Page 7: ...canning LED When the LED is lit the unit is in rotation mode When the LED is flashing the unit is in scan mode 4 Scan mode key With the first press of this button the instrument emits a short laser line With a second press of this button the instrument emits a longer laser line With a third press of this button the instrument emits a laser point Rotation speed and scan keys Scanning LED High rotat...

Page 8: ...cked on position Turn the power on and the instrument will self level During the process of self leveling if the instrument is tilted to exceed its self leveling range it will stop rotating and the unit will give a sound alarm Transportation lock knob operation When the lock knob is turned to ON the compensator is unlocked When the lock knob is turned to OFF the compensator is locked Usage for Hor...

Page 9: ...djust to your desired working status 4 After finishing operation or before moving the instrument turn power off and return locking knob to the OFF position Note If transportation locking knob is not turned to the lock position it will deliver an audible alarm when the unit is returned to its case It is important that the locking knob is turned to the locked position prior to returning the unit to ...

Page 10: ...the Power Key The vertical vial will now be backlit 4 Turn the vertical Adjusting Knob until the vertical vial bubble is centered 5 Select the work state that you need by pressing the buttons on the operating panel or remote control 40 6532 40 6539 6 Power the instrument off when you finish work and keep the transportation lock in the locked off position Use on a platform Connected to a 5 8 x 11 t...

Page 11: ...short beep rapid short beep and continuous sound LED Display down arrow up arrow horizontal on grade bar Dimensions 6 30 x 3 35 x 1 10 160 x 85 x 28mm Weight 1 lb 0 45kg Others Rain and dust resistant 2 Components a Structure 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 B...

Page 12: ...cles between high low and off 3 Operation Guide a Battery Installation Open the battery cover door by turning the battery cover screw counter clockwise Put the battery into the battery case noting the polarity shown in the battery compartment Put the battery cover door back and tighten the screw Note 1 Remove the battery when the unit is being stored for a long time 2 When the low battery indicato...

Page 13: ... c Fine Coarse accuracy key Power on and press the fine coarse accuracy key the unit will cycle between three accuracy options fine coarse 1 coarse 2 The accuracy symbol displayed on the LCD will change d Volume Key Power on and press the volume key the unit will cycle between a high sound low sound and mute The sound symbol displayed on the LCD will change accordingly Note There will be two beeps...

Page 14: ...to have the bubble vial centered as the deflection of the receiver will influence its receiving accuracy 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 Laser signal The laser signal is down Sound rapid short beeps Laser signal The laser signal is up Sound slow short beeps Laser signal...

Page 15: ... off Function When the unit does not receive a laser signal for 6 minutes the unit will power off automatically h Low Battery Display Function When the battery sign blinks on the LCD the battery is low and needs to be replaced If the battery is very low the unit will power off automatically Replace the battery i Rod Clamp Connecting to the rod clamp Connecting to the grade rod 1625i English_Manual...

Page 16: ...a clean cloth to gently wipe it clean Avoid knocking the detector over or allowing it to fall on the ground Although the detector is rain resistant you should avoid submerg ing the unit in water or other liquids If detector comes into contact with water or other liquids wipe it dry immediately Do not use the detector around fire or expose it to fire in any way 1625i English_Manuals 12 28 16 9 41 A...

Page 17: ...und Size 6 614 x 2 677 x 0 905 168 X 68 X 23mm 2 Components a Structure 1 Display window 8 Threaded hole 2 Buzzer 9 Battery box cap 3 Receiving window 4 Reference rabbet 5 Sound button 6 Coarse Fine detection button 7 Power button On Off b Display 1 Power symbol 2 Low battery symbol 3 Coarse Fine detection symbol 4 Sound symbol 5 Detecting position symbol 1625i English_Manuals 12 28 16 9 41 AM Pag...

Page 18: ...s ready for coarse detection When low battery symbol is displayed change the battery Press the on off button again to turn off the detector c Rod Clamp 1 clamp bolt 2 screw Position the detector on the clamp holder using the screw on the clamp holder Position the clamp holder on rod using the clamp bolt on the clamp holder d Detecting Laser Level Signals 1 Coarse detection Aim the receiving window...

Page 19: ...The detector is ready for fine detection Move the detector slightly up and down like the coarse detection procedure When the detector displays like Fig 6 it is at the right position Tighten the clamp bolt and note the position by the rabbet This position will be the horizontal refer ence in the fine detection e Volume Key If the detector is working in an area that makes it difficult to see the dis...

Page 20: ...d a laser signal for 10 minutes g Detector Maintenance When you are done using the detector return it to its packing case Keep the detector particularly the detecting window clean If unit becomes dusty use a clean cloth to gently wipe it clean Avoid knocking the detector over or allowing it to fall on the ground Although the detector is rain resistant you should avoid submerg ing the unit in water...

Page 21: ...e intersection between the laser line and the vertical line as point A Note this test should be done indoors with dim lighting Its critical that the laser beam is easily seen 3 Turn the instrument 180 degrees mark point B on the wall at the intersection of the laser beam and vertical line Also mark the center between point A and point B as point O 4 Measure the vertical distance h between point A ...

Page 22: ...ock wise Rotating the screwdriver 1 rotation will adjust the laser line 1mm 4 Check the accuracy again following the X direction accuracy self check If the accuracy is still beyond specification read just the weight screw again until the accuracy is correct Y Direction Accuracy Check 1 Rotate the instrument 90 degrees and place it on the platform 2 Check the accuracy of Y direction with the same m...

Page 23: ... accuracy self check and calibration Accuracy Check for Plumb Beam 1 After completing the above steps to field adjust the rotary laser output double check the plumb beam output Because the optics for the plumb beam are shared with the optics for the rotary if the rotary is in calibration the plumb beam should also be in cali bration so this step is really a redundant check no further adjust ment t...

Page 24: ...the laser must be serviced by an authorized Johnson dealer No further user adjustments are possible If both rotary and plumb beams are out of calibration follow the steps above for Accuracy Calibration It s possible that damage to the laser head has caused alignment issues beyond what can be field repaired for example if the laser is dropped In this case return the laser to your Johnson dealer for...

Page 25: ...6532 40 6539 Self Leveling Range 3 5 Power Supply Rechargeable battery pack and 6 4V charger 40 6532 40 6539 4 C alkaline batteries not included Battery Life Approx battery life 15 hours continuous use with 40 6532 40 6539 rechargeable battery pack 20 hours with 4 C alkaline batteries Dimensions 7 087 x 6 378 x 7 953 180 x 162 x 202mm Weight 4 409lbs 2Kg Working Temperature 32 F to 104 F 0 C to 40...

Page 26: ...umb reference for ceiling installation Reference for anti static flooring installation Reference for window installation Reference for flooring Reference for squaring and leveling Reference for cement floor installation 1625i English_Manuals 12 28 16 9 41 AM Page 26 ...

Page 27: ... on each of its products You can obtain a copy of the limited warranty for a Johnson Level Tool product by contacting Johnson Level Tool s Customer Service Department as provided below or by visiting our web site at www johnsonlevel com The limited warranty for each product contains various limitations and exclusions Do not return this product to the store retailer or place of purchase Non warrant...

Page 28: ...ring ensures we have your information on file for warranty service even if you lose your receipt and lets us contact you if there is ever a product recall We will never sell your information and only send you marketing information if you opt in To register go to www johnsonlevel com register 14 Accessories Johnson accessories are available for purchase through authorized Johnson dealers Use of non...

Page 29: ...r vertical operation Change the batteries Charge the batteries if equipped with rechargeable battery pack Check polarity Turns off after a short time Batteries depleted Battery pack required reconditioning rechargeable batteries only Rechargeable battery pack has exceeded its useful life Change or charge the batteries Fully discharge batteries by operating tool Fully charge batteries 12 14 hrs Rep...

Page 30: ... beyond leveling range Laser is out of calibration Beeping during transport Compensator unlocked Place on surface within 3 5º of level Perform calibration check and calibrate laser if needed Lock compensator to transport laser Laser is not accurately reading level Laser is out of calibration LESS THAN 1 4 per 100 Laser is out of calibration MORE THAN 1 4 per 100 Calibrate laser procedure in the ma...

Page 31: ...are weak Improper battery type Speed too high indoor Ambient temperature too high low Replace batteries Ensure high quality Alkaline batteries are used For indoor operation operate on lowest speed to give the most visible beam Ensure temperature is within operating range listed under specifications Beam is difficult to detect with laser detector Speed too low Turn laser onto higher speed 1625i Eng...

Page 32: ... battery pack has exceeded its useful life Solution Verify that the battery pack installed into the unit is the rechargeable battery pack Ensure charging indica tor LED comes on to RED If not contact a Johnson dealer for service Fully discharge batteries by operating tool Fully charge batteries 12 14 hrs Repeat two more times Replace rechargeable battery pack 1625i English_Manuals 12 28 16 9 41 AM...