6. Inspection and Adjustment

6.1 Instructions on inspection and adjustment

Inspection and adjustment should be done after setting the instrument on a tripod or on an adjustment stand.

Inspection should be done sequentially from [6.2 Plate vial] to [6.5 Perpendicularity of line of sight to horizontal axis]

Adjustments should be finished with adjustment screws having been tightened and with firm torque. Do not finish by loosening an adjustment screw.

Repeat inspection after adjustment and confirm if the adjustment is performed correctly.

It is recommended that a trained professional perform adjustments, if possible.

6.2 Perpendicularity of plate vial to vertical axis

Inspection

1Perform [4.3 Leveling with the horizontal vial]

2Rotate the instrument through 90° and confirm if the bubble is always in the center.

3When the bubble is in the center, no adjustment is necessary.

If the bubble moves from the center, following adjustment is required.

Leveling screw

Plate vial

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