EAGL 2000 & EAGL 3000S Laser Levels

EAGL 2000 & EAGL 3000S Laser Levels Owner s Manual

GENERAL INFORMATION Thank you for buying the EAGL laser. Although it is very simple to use, we recommend that you read this manual before operating the laser. Specifications Operating range EAGL 2000: 2,000 ft. (600m) diameter EAGL 3000S: 3,000 ft. (900m) diameter Self-leveling range ± 4 (± 7%) Accuracy Better than ±1/16 @ 100 (± 4mm/100m) ± 8 arc seconds H.I. Alert Windy mode Matching slope Rotation speed Laser shut-off; user chooses mode as desired Reduces sensitivity; does not change accuracy EAGL 3000S only: ± 6% manual slope in X axis; Y axis is self-leveling 600 rpm Beam type/output Infrared diode; 785nm; 1.0mW; Class 1 Power sources Battery life Mounting base Water resistance (1) 4 D size alkaline battery pack (2) optional NiCd rechargeable battery pack (3) AC charger with optional NiCd battery pack Approximately 100 hours (alkaline) 40 hours (NiCd) 5/8 x 11 flat or domed IP55 Operating temperature 14º to 122º F (-10º to 50º C) Storage temperature -4 to 140 F (-20 to 60 C) Dimensions 8 h x 6.5 w x 6 d (20 x 16 x 15cm) 5 lbs. (2.3kg) 2

Overview of Laser & Keypad Alignment grove (3000S only) X axis calibration port Y axis calibration port Battery compartment COMPLIES WITH 21CFR 1040.10 AND 1040.11 EXCEPT FOR DEVIATIONS PURSUANT TO LASER NOTICE NO. 50, DATED JULY 26, 2001. CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT Safety label on side of laser EAGL 2000 Keypad EAGL 3000S Keypad Windy mode H.I. Alert Windy mode H.I. Alert On/Off Match slope in X axis Positive slope On/Off Negative slope Battery indicator Level indicator Battery indicator Level indicator 3

OPERATION Setup The laser mounts to any 5/8 x 11 tripod (flathead or domed) or can rest on any stable flat surface (floor, bricks, etc.). Position tripod, attach laser, then adjust tripod until rough leveled (within ±4 self-leveling range). Turning on the Laser Press the on/off key to power-up the laser. The unit s self-checking system will start automatically. The LEDs will flash if anything goes wrong during the self check procedure. Battery LED should be green; if batteries are low, LED will be red. Leveling When laser is turned on, the level indicator will flash red until unit is level. If it fails to self-level within 90 seconds, the red LED will be constantly lit. Re-adjust tripod to bring into self-leveling range. When unit is level, the rotor head will begin spinning (600 rpm). Level Alert If laser is disturbed, the level alert system will stop head rotation. Unless disturbed out of self-leveling range ( ±4 ), unit will self-level and return to operation automatically. Always recheck beam height against benchmark when releveling is required. Windy Mode Windy mode allows continuous operation during high winds, slight vibrations, and shocks on the job site. It prevents the laser from constantly re-leveling from high vibration. Selection of Windy mode lowers the sensitivity but does not decrease the accuracy. To use this mode, press the Windy key. H.I. Alert H.I. (height of instrument) alert stops the laser automatically if it s disturbed, preventing inaccurate readings. It functions only when selected. To activate this safeguard, press the H.I. key after the laser has leveled. The H.I. LED blinks slowly for about 30 seconds before turning solid green. If laser is disturbed, the head will stop rotating, the green H.I. LED will flash rapidly, and the red level indicator will come on. Press the H.I. key to turn off the alert, allowing the laser to level itself. 4

After it has releveled, check if the beam elevation has changed from its original benchmark position. Press the H.I. key again to return to H.I. alert. Windy mode can be on on or off when H.I alert is used. Matching Slope (EAGL 3000S only) The EAGL 3000S can be used to match a single slope in X axis, up to 6% positive or 6% negative slope. While the X axis is in manual mode, the Y axis continues to be self-leveling. Position laser so the +X axis faces direction of the slope. (The laser s battery compartment will be toward the slope, with handle facing away.) Sight down the alignment groove on top of the laser to roughly aim laser to the grade reference. Turn the laser on and allow it to self-level. Press both Manual keys simultaneously. The two green LEDs on the keys will be constantly lit, indicating you re in the grade mode. TOP VIEW X Axis FRONT Use the right key to match a positive slope; the left key for a negative slope. While slope is being entered, the LED on that key will flash. Avoid moving laser when pushing the keys, as this may Negative slope Positive slope cause rotation to stop; grade cannot be entered if laser stops rotating. Press both keys again at the same time to return to automatic mode (no slope). Checking Your Laser The laser is a precision instrument and it is important that you keep it calibrated and in proper condition. The accuracy of your work is completely your responsibility and you should check your instrument daily, or at a minimum before beginning each job, and definitely after the instrument has taken a sharp jolt or been dropped, or temperature changes greater than 50 degrees F (28 degrees C) have occurred. See simple instructions to check calibration in this manual. + X Power Sources The laser can be operated from 4 D-size alkaline batteries or the optional NiCd rechargeable battery pack (charge before first use). The NiCd battery pack can also be charged while working. If electricity is available on the job site, simply plug in the charger and keep working. 5

BATTERY PACK To replace the alkaline batteries, or to charge the NiCd pack, first remove the battery pack. The NiCd pack must be charged before first use. Removing the Battery Pack 1. Press the battery unlock button -- see (1) in the diagram at right. 2. Supporting the battery, press battery release (2) to remove it. A) Battery Replacement 1. Raise the battery cover release to remove the battery cover. 2. Insert 4 D batteries. The insertion direction of the batteries is indicated on the battery pack. 3. Attach the battery cover, inserting the guide lips into the guide slots. B) Recharging (optional NiCd pack) 1. Remove charging connector cap on the battery pack and plug in the charger. 2. Plug charger into electrical outlet. A red light on the charger indicates it s charging. 3. When the red light blinks (lights on for 6 seconds, off for 20 seconds), the charging is finished. Charging time is about 7.5 hours. The unit can be charged while working. For optimum life of the battery, it s recommended to charge the battery after fully discharged. To assure battery life, do not charge over 20 hours. C) Installing the Battery Pack 1. Fit the guide posts of the battery into the guide slots of laser. 2. Attach the battery to the laser by pressing the top of the battery against the laser until a click is heard. 6 Battery Unlock Button Battery Release Battery Cover Battery Cover Release Guide Lip Guide Slot Guide Post Guide Slot

CALIBRATION Calibration should be checked regularly. For convenience you should establish a range for routine and quick checks. Your AGL dealer can assist you in setting up one. Allow at least 15 minutes of warm-up time before checking or adjusting calibration. Steps 1-7 deal with checking calibration. If adjustment is needed, Steps 8-12 explain the procedure. Follow the instructions carefully. Checking Calibration 1. Select a level range at least 100 ft. (30 m) long. Set up the laser on a flat surface or tripod. Approximately 100 ft. (30 m) away, erect a vertical pole or rod. 2. Position laser so one axis is aligned toward pole at end of range. 3. Turn laser on and allow to level. 4. Using a detector, mark elevation of beam at pole (this is mark A). 5. Rotate laser 180 so the axis is again aligned with pole but in opposite direction. Use detector again to mark elevation of beam on pole (mark B). 6. If marks A and B are within 1/8 (2.5 mm), calibration is correct. 7. Repeat the above procedure for the other axis. If marks are more than 1/8 (2.5 mm) apart, proceed to Step 8 for calibration adjustment. Calibration Adjustment 8. Make new A and B marks (repeat Steps 2-7). Make a third mark halfway between the new A and B. Call this mark C. This is the correct beam center. 9. The calibration port for each axis is located on the top front of the laser (see photo in Laser Overview). Choose the port matching the axis you are calibrating. Open only one cover at a time to avoid adjusting the wrong axis. 10. Using a small screwdriver, carefully turn the exposed calibration port until beam is centered at mark C. Make adjustments in small, careful increments. After each adjustment, check beam movement at Top View the pole. 11. Double check the axis. Rotate the laser 180 X Axis and again check the beam. Beam should now strike within 1/16 (1.5 mm)of mark C. If not, repeat Steps 8-10, adjusting as needed until axis is calibrated. 12. Repeat Steps 2-11 for the other axis. Calibration is complete when mark C is the same for both axes in both directions. FRONT If you experience difficulty or have questions regarding this procedure, call your AGL dealer or the factory. Our toll-free number is 1-800-643-9696. Outside the continental U.S., call 501-982-4433. Y Axis 7

LS100 DETECTOR For Grade Rod or Handheld Applications FRONT Choice of accuracy Choice of sound level On/Off LEDs: To turn on or off, press Accuracy and Sound level keys at the same time LCD (front) Detection window Sound output Fast beep: Too low Continuous: On-grade Slow beep: Too high BACK 2 (50 mm) Tab slot locks clamp in place LCD (rear) Offset notch for transferring reference marks Clamp slots Compartment for 2 AA batteries. Open with coin; follow polarity indications inside. 8

LCD DISPLAY Accuracy Sound Loud Normal Fine Medium Wide Grade indication arrows (see 11 channels below) High On-grade Low No horn: Mute Indicates that LEDs are on OK Initial warning Change batteries Battery status LEDs Grade can also be indicated by LEDs. Ideal for use in low light or above eye level, or for long range jobs like slope match. Press the top two keys at the same time to get the 5-channel display. LEDs are muli-color and solid or blinking. Red Green Blue High Near grade high On-grade Near Low grade low 9

Using the Detector 1. Press On/Off key to turn on the detector. 2. Press top key to select the accuracy (deadband) and middle key to select sound level. (The detector retains in memory the last settings used.) 3. Turn the detection window towards the laser beam, and move the detector up or down according to the information given on the LCD display. A down arrow indicates you must move the detector down to reach the laser reference; an up arrow, move it up. When a horizontal line appears on the display, the detector is at the same level as the laser beam. 4. To turn on the LED grade indicators, press the accuracy and sound level keys at the same time. 5. Press the On/Off key to turn the detector off. It will automatically shut off after 30 minutes if not used. 6. Keep the detection window and LCDs clean, using a soft cloth and glass cleaner or mild soap and water. Do not wipe with a dry cloth, which can scratch the windows. Detector may be submerged under water or sprayed with a low pressure hose. Side View Securing the clamp to the detector 1. Align the two dovetails of the clamp (1) to the slots on the back of the detector. Slide down; you should hear a click. 2. Turn clamping screw (4) counterclockwise to open the clamp s jaws; turn clockwise to tighten onto a rod. 3. The top of the bar (3) is aligned with the detector s on-grade location and marking notches. 4. To remove clamp from detector, press thumb release tab (2) and slide clamp upward. Using clamp on oval rods The traveling jaw (5) is reversible, and has a slant face for use on oval or round rods. To change, remove screw with a flathead screwdriver, flip the face over, and replace screw. 10 1 1 Rectangular Rods Top View Reversible jaw 2 3 4 5 Bubble vial to plumb rod Oval/Round Rods

Detector Specifications Working radius Beam reception range ± 45 Beam window height Detection accuracy Display channels Power supply Battery life Up to 1,500 ft. (450m) 2 (50 mm) Fine: ~ ±1/32 (± 1 mm) Medium: ~ ±1/16 (± 2 mm) Wide: ~ ±1/8 (± 3 mm) 11 on LCD; 5 with LEDs 2 AA alkaline batteries 70+ hours with LEDs off 50+ hours with LEDs on Operating temperature -4 F to 140 F (-20 C to 60 C) Storage temperature -40 F to 158 F (-40 C to 70 C) Automatic shut-off Strobe rejection Environmental Weight (with batteries) Dimensions (HxWxD) *Specifications subject to change without notice. 30 minutes / no use Detector does not respond to strobe Waterproof (IP67) 1 lb. with clamp (0.45 kg) 6.4 x 2.9 x 1.14 in. (163 x 74 x 29 mm) AGL Limited Warranty EXPRESS WARRANTY FOR HARDWARE. AGL Corporation ( AGL ) warrants to the original end user ( Customer ) that this Product will be free from defects in workmanship and materials, under normal use, for two (2) years and non-agl-manufactured products for which ninety (90) days shall apply, unless such warranty period has been extended by AGL, and provided any and all operating and maintenance instructions are strictly respected, in particular in case of extreme and/or continuous applications/use of the Product. The warranty period begins on the proved purchase date, or if applicable, date of delivery or date of acceptance report. AGL s sole obligation under this express warranty shall be, at AGL s sole option and expense, to replace or repair the Product or part, or refund the purchase price paid for the Product. AGL warrants any repaired or replaced Product or part for a period of ninety (90) days from shipment, or through the end of the original warranty, whichever is longer. All Products or parts that are replaced become the property of AGL. This express warranty does neither cover consumables, such as batteries, bulbs and fuses, nor third party products. OBTAINING WARRANTY SERVICE. Customer must contact an authorized service center of AGL or AGL s Service Center within the applicable warranty period to obtain warranty service authorization. Dated proof of original purchase from AGL s authorized distributor and a description of the defect will be required. AGL is not responsible for Products or parts received without a warranty service authorization. Repaired or replacement Products will be shipped to Customer at AGL s expense. The repaired product or part will be shipped as soon as reasonably possible. AGL shall not be responsible for any damages occurring during such shipment. For Products forming part of a fixed installation, such place of performance shall be the site of such installation and AGL shall have the right to charge for additional costs for such services under warranty if the site of the Product is other than where the Product was originally shipped or installed. CONTINUED ON BACK PAGE. 11

CONTINUED FROM PAGE 11 WARRANTY EXCLUSIVE. Customer s sole remedy for breach of the warranty shall be the express warranty. The foregoing warranty is exclusive and is in lieu of all other warranties, terms, or conditions, express or implied, either in fact or by operation of law, statutory or otherwise, including warranties, terms or conditions of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, satisfactory quality and non-infringement, all of which are expressly disclaimed. AGL shall not be liable if the alleged defect or malfunction was caused by Customer s or any other person s misuse, neglect, improper installation, unauthorized attempts to open, repair or modify the Product, inadequate maintenance, disregard of operating instructions, excessive load or stress, normal wear and tear, or any other cause beyond the range of its intended use, by accident, fire, or other hazards, or other cause not due or attributable to AGL. This warranty does not cover physical damage to the Product or malfunctions resulting from the use of the Product in conjunction with any sort of ancillary or peripheral equipment and AGL determines that there is no fault with the Product itself. LIMITATION OF LIABILITY. AGL also excludes any liability, whether based on contract or tort (including negligence), for incidental, consequential, indirect, special, or punitive damages of any kind, or costs of procurement of substitute products by customer, or for the loss of revenue or profits, loss of business, loss of information or data, or other information or financial loss arising out of or in consequence with the sale, installation, maintenance, use, performance, failure, or interruption of this product, even if AGL or its distributors have been advised of the possibility of such damages, and limits its liability to replacement, repair, or refund of the purchase price paid, at AGL s option. This limitation of liability for damages will not be affected if any remedy provided herein shall fail of its essential purpose. DISCLAIMER. Should a court of jurisdiction not allow the entire exclusion or limitation of implied warranties or the limitation of incidental or consequential damages for certain products supplied to Customers, or the limitation of liability for personal injury, such implied warranties and such liabilities will be limited to the duration of the applicable express warranty. With this Limited Warranty, AGL grants Customer specific legal rights which do not restrict any statutory consumer rights. This Limited Warranty shall be governed by the laws of Arkansas, USA. 2202 Redmond Rd., Jacksonville, AR 72076 sales@agl-lasers.com www.agl-lasers.com Toll Free: 800.643.9696 Phone: 501.982.4433 Fax: 501.982.0880 Specifications subject to change without notice. AM1034 12/2007 Printed in USA