Table of contents General description Case Control panel Laser receiver First steps Horizontal alignment Vertical alignment Plumb beam Safety directions General Limits of Use Responsibilities Hazards of Use Laser Classification Accuracy control Warranty Technical data...
Congratulations! On choosing this Agatec instrument. You will know, of course, that the name Agatec is synonymous with high quality, accurate measuring instruments. With the input from professional end users, we are able to produce cutting-edge, user-friendly equipment. Agatec MC8 An extremely accurate, professional mains-powered laser whose extra powerful laser diodes provide ultra-visible beams.
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IMPORTANT! Before using the instrument, carefully read the instructions for use. Keep the instructions in a safe place for future reference if required. 1. Whether on or off, keep the instrument out of reach of children. 2. This equipment is a high quality precision instrument which must be handled with care. 3.
First steps • Remove any protective plastic film where applied. • Charge the rechargeable batteries using the battery charger. • The indicator lights come on when the charger is connected to the mains supply. These go out when the batteries have been charged. •...
Vertical alignment • Once the instrument is within its levelling range, the vertical laser lines may be turned on using button "V". These are mutually at 90°. • Owing to the automatic levelling, the laser lines are correctly level and are perpendicular to the horizontal laser line.
• Use after misappropriation. • Use of products with obviously recognizable damages or defects. • Use with accessories from other manufacturers without the prior explicit approval of Agatec. • Inadequate safeguards at the work site, for example when using on or near roads.
RESPONSIBILITIES Manufacturer of the product Agatec SAS, 21, boulevard Littré, F-78600 Le Mesnil Le Roi, hereinafter referred to as Agatec, is responsible for supplying the product, including the user manual and original accessories, in a completely safe condition.
HAZARDS OF USE WARNING The absence of instruction, or the inadequate imparting of instruction, can lead to incorrect or adverse use, and can give rise to accidents with far-reaching human, material, financial and environmental conse- quences. Precautions: All users must follow the safety directions given by the manufacturer and the directions of the person respon- sible for the product.
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Precautions: When setting-up the product, make sure that the accessories are correctly adapted, fitted, secured, and locked in position. Avoid subjecting the product to mechanical stress. CAUTION During the transport, shipping or disposal of batteries it is possible for inappropriate mechanical influences to constitute a fire hazard.
• If batteries are damaged or are heated strongly, they can explode and cause poisoning, burning, corrosion or environmental contamination. • By disposing of the product irresponsibly you may enable unauthorized persons to use it in contravention of the regulations, exposing themselves and third parties to the risk of severe injury and rendering the environment liable to contamination.
ACCURACY CONTROL Horizontal levelling control 1. Choose a room ±10 m long 2. Place the instrument next to wall no. 1. 3. Turn on the instrument and allow it to level itself. 4. Mark the horizontal line in the middle of the cross on wall no 1. 5.
This product is subject to the terms and conditions set out in the International Limited Warranty which you can download from the Agatec home page at www.agatec.com or collect from your Agatec distributor. The foregoing warranty is exclusive and is in lieu of all other warranties, terms or conditions, express or...
Technical data Laser wavelength 635 nm Class II <1 mW Accuracy ± 1 mm/10 m Levelling range ± 4° Levelling Electronically controlled motors Housing rotatable over 360° with fine adjustment Period of use 6 hours or continuous with mains adaptor Electrical power supply 4 AA rechargeables Dimensions...
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