4. Measurement

4.1 Operating the instrument

[Starting the operation]

1Press the power supply key.

2Automatic self-leveling function works and leveling begins automatically. When leveling is completed, the rotor begins to rotate and emits invisible laser beam.

Manual mode display lamp

Auto/Manual

change key

MANUAL

MODE

OFF

LEVEL

BATTERY

CHECKPOWER

ON

OFF

Off level display lamp

Power supply key

NOTE:

Before operating the instrument, perform the ‘Check and adjustment of the datum point’ on page 35.

Before operating the instrument, confirm that the manual mode display lamp is not turned on in red. While automatic self-leveling function, (the manual mode display lamp turns on in red) pay attention that the horizontal accuracy of emitted laser beam is not guaranteed.

When the status that the automatic self-leveling function is not stable continues for about 3’, the off level display lamp turns on in red and rotation of rotor and the emission of laser beam stop.

While not in operation, be sure to turn the instrument’s power switch off.

WARNING

While the instrument is operating, be careful not to expose your eyes to the emitting laser beam (red light source). Exposure to a laser beam for a long time may be hazardous to your eyes.

(Laser beam: Equivalent to class 2 Laser level)

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Pentax PLP-602R, PLP-601R instruction manual Measurement, Operating the instrument, Starting the operation

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