Foundations
1.Follow the instructions in this manual for setting up the laser on a Tripod.
2.Use the
3.Follow the instructions for leveling the laser.
4.Turn the laser on if not on already; adjust rotation speed and con- trols as needed. Remember: When working with the DEWALT Digital Laser Detector set the variable control speed to the highest setting (600 RPM).
5.Mount the DEWALT Digital Laser Detector to the Detector Clamp and attach the clamp onto a Grade Rod or other leveling rod.
6.Adjust the clamp to the proper height on the rod for detecting the rotating laser beam and for leveling the foundation.
7.You can now begin to level the area for the foundation.
Deck Building
1. Follow the instructions in this manual for setting up the laser on a Tripod.
2. Use the
3. Follow the instructions for leveling the laser.
4. Turn the laser on if not on already; adjust rotation speed and controls as needed. Remember: When working with the DEWALT Digital Laser Detector set the variable control speed to the highest set- ting (600 RPM).
5.Use the DEWALT Digital Laser Detector to locate the rotating laser beam and to set your marks on the posts.
6.You can now begin to lay out and level the deck.
Maintenance
•To maintain the accuracy of your work, have the laser checked often to make sure it is properly calibrated.
•Calibration checks and other maintenance repairs can be per- formed by DEWALT service centers. Two free calibration checks are included under the DEWALT One Year Free Service Contract.
•When not in use, store the laser in the kit box provided.
•Do not store your laser in the kit box if the laser is wet. Allow laser to air dry and dry exterior parts with a soft dry cloth.
•Do not store your laser at temperatures below 0˚ F or above 105˚F. 
CLEANING: Exterior plastic parts may be cleaned with a damp cloth and mild detergent. Although these parts are highly solvent resis- tant, NEVER use solvents. Use a soft dry cloth to remove moisture from tool and accessories before storage. Never use compressed air to clean the laser.
Field Calibration Check
This section provides instructions by which you can perform simple field calibration checks of your DEWALT Rotary Laser. These checks cannot take the place of professional calibration done by a DEWALT service center.
These instructions will help you check for the three types of
•Tilt Error - checks that rotation of the head in your Rotary Laser is perfectly level.
•Cone Error - checks that the laser beams are not at an angle relative to the level head.
•Plumb Error - checks the calibration of the plumb leveling vial.
TILT ERROR CHECKS
Horizontal Checking for Front to Back Tilt Error
•Set up a tripod midway between 2 vertical surfaces about 100' apart.
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