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  • Page 1 GeoMax ZEL400HV English, Deutsch, Français, Español, Italiano, Nederlands...
  • Page 2 3, 4 9, 10...
  • Page 3 GeoMax ZEL400HV User manual Version 1.0...
  • Page 4 Introduction ZEL400HV | 2 Introduction Purchase Congratulations on the purchase of a new Rotating Laser from GeoMax AG. This manual contains important safety directions as well as instructions for setting up the product and operating it. Refer to "6 Safety Directions" for further information.
  • Page 5 Symbols used in The symbols used in this manual have the following meanings: this manual Type Description Danger Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury. Warning Indicates a potentially hazardous situation or an unintended use which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.

  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents ZEL400HV | 4 Table of Contents In this manual Chapter Page General Information Basic Operation 2.1 Auto/Man Key 2.2 Tilt Key 2.3 Horizontal Setup 2.4 Vertical Setup 2.5 Squaring 2.6 Rotation Speed 2.7 Using the Laser Chalk Line 2.8 Using the Scanning 2.9 Power Accessories...
  • Page 7 Checking and Adjusting 4.1 Horizontal Checking/Calibration (X and Y Axis) 4.2 Vertical Checking/Calibration (Z Axis) Care and Transport 5.1 Transport 5.2 Storage 5.3 Cleaning and Drying Safety Directions 6.1 General Introduction 6.2 Intended Use 6.3 Limits of Use 6.4 Responsibilities 6.5 Hazards of Use 6.6 Laser Classification 6.7 Electromagnetic Compatibility EMC...

  • Page 8: General Information

    General Information ZEL400HV | 6 1 General Information Description The ZEL400HV is an automatic visible laser that can be used for levelling, vertical alignment, plumbing and squaring. Applications include installing suspended ceilings, technical flooring, partitions and a variety of outdoor alignment work. The ZEL400HV laser has these advanced features: •...
  • Page 9 1. Rotating head 7. Retractable foot for vertical setup Laser parts over- 2. Plumb or square laser beam 8. Adjustable feet for vertical setup view aperture 9. Batteries (rechargeable or alka- 3. Laser beam aperture line) 4. Laser chalk line aperture 10.

  • Page 10: Basic Operation

    Basic Operation ZEL400HV | 8 2 Basic Operation An overview of laser and keypad functions can be found on page 7. The laser performs a self-test when switched on. The beam blinks while the laser is self-levelling. After the laser is leveled, the head will start to rotate. 2.1 Auto/Man Key Auto: Automatic levelling - the default mode when the laser is switched on.

  • Page 11: Tilt Key

    2.2 Tilt Key Tilt Mode Tilt: Tilt Mode. This will work only when selected. This feature stops the laser automatically if the laser is disturbed or moved, preventing inaccurate readings. Use this feature only in automatic mode, not in manual mode. Push the Tilt key (22) after switching the instrument on.

  • Page 12: Vertical Setup

    Basic Operation ZEL400HV | 10 5. If you wish to move the laser beam to a specific point, briefly press key (16) or (17). 6. To adjust the rotation speed, press key (14) or (15) continuously according to the direction you wish. To stop the rotation, press once the opposite key. 7.

  • Page 13: Rotation Speed

    Move the laser so that the beam is over the reference point on the ground, keeping the arrow and index aligned. Align the beam projecting from the top of the head to your second refer- ence point with key (16) or (17) on the laser or with the ZDR300. (This beam is 90°, or square, to the other vertical plane beam.) 4.

  • Page 14: Using The Scanning

    Basic Operation ZEL400HV | 12 for working directly on your reference plane. You can move the line by rotating the head manually or by using the ZDR300 in remote control mode. The ZDR300 detector will not work with the chalk line feature. 2.8 Using the Scanning Allows you to see the beam easier when the laser is further away.

  • Page 15: Power

    2.9 Power Installing alka- 1. To install alkaline batteries in your ZEL400HV laser, use a coin to unscrew the battery cap located at the bottom of the instrument. line batteries 2. Remove the battery pack. 3. Insert two alkaline batteries (D or LR20) in the pack, matching the polarity ("...
  • Page 16 Basic Operation ZEL400HV | 14 Using recharge- If your ZEL400HV is equipped with an optional rechargeable battery, you must recharge it for 8 hours before first use. able batteries 1. Insert the re-charger plug into the jack located on the battery pack (10). 2.

  • Page 17: Accessories

    3 Accessories 3.1 ZDR300 Detector/Remote Control Description ZDR300 Detector Mode Remote Control Mode Scanning Mode Coarse/Fine Move square shot right Decrease scan length Sound On/Off Move square shot left Increase scan length LCD display Battery location Accessories ZEL400HV | 15...
  • Page 18 Accessories ZEL400HV | 16 Detector Mode Remote Control Mode Scanning Mode Slots for bracket Capture window Magnet Bubble vial Decrease rotation speed Aim scan left Increase rotation speed Aim scan right Scan On/Off LCD Display 13 Lower the detector 16 Sound On/Off 14 Raise the detector 17 Battery level 15 Level...
  • Page 19 Using the 1. Press the On/Off button to turn the detector on. ZDR300 in 2. Press button (2) (Fine/Coarse) to select the detection mode. A symbol appears either on the right or left side of the LCD, displaying which mode detector mode was selected.

  • Page 20: Mounts

    Accessories ZEL400HV | 18 Using the The ZDR300 can be used to stop or start rotation, increase or decrease rotation speed, and move the square shot or stationary point left or right. It also ZDR300 in controls scanning and calibration. remote control To use it as a remote control, press any key (except On/Off).

  • Page 21: Other Accessories

    3.3 Other Accessories • Laser-enhancing glasses improve the visibility of the laser beam in bright light conditions. • Red magnetic targets improve the visibility of the laser beam in bright conditions. Quickly attaches to any metallic surface. Accessories ZEL400HV | 19...

  • Page 22: Checking And Adjusting

    Checking and Adjusting ZEL400HV | 20 4 Checking and Adjusting THIS CHAPTER IS VERY IMPORTANT: Here are a few simple instructions to check your ZEL400HV for calibration. Remember that the laser is a precision instrument and that it is important that you keep it calibrated and in proper condition.

  • Page 23: Horizontal Checking/Calibration (X And Y Axis)

    4.1 Horizontal Checking/Calibration (X and Y Axis) 4.1.1 Horizontal Checking 1. Place the laser on a flat surface 15 or 30 m Horizontal from a wall. Position it so that the X2 is checking, step by facing the wall. step 2.
  • Page 24 Checking and Adjusting ZEL400HV | 22 4.1.2 Horizontal Calibration • The laser must be calibrated to bring beam to the center of the two marks (Steps 3-4 in "4.1.1 Horizontal Checking"). • The calibration is easily done using the laser keypad or the ZDR300 in remote control mode.

  • Page 25: Vertical Checking/Calibration (Z Axis)

    Y-axis calibration 1. To change to Y-axis calibration, press (15) on the laser or (11) on ZDR300. The Y LED will blink rapidly, indicating that the laser is ready to be cali- brated in the axis. 2. If you have not moved the laser, use the center mark from above. Bring the laser beam up or down to that center spot by using (17) or (16) on the laser keypad or (2) or (3) on the ZDR300.
  • Page 26 Checking and Adjusting ZEL400HV | 24 4.2.2 Vertical Calibration Vertical calibra- 1. Turn the laser off before switching to calibration mode. Simultaneously press On/Off and Auto/Man. tion, step by step 2. After a few seconds, release On/Off key. 3. The X LED indicator (19) will blink, then the Y LED (21). Release the Auto/Man key.

  • Page 27: Care And Transport

    5 Care and Transport 5.1 Transport Transport in the When transporting the equipment in the field, always make sure that you either: field • carry the product in its original transport container, or • carry the tripod with its legs splayed across your shoulder, keeping the attached product upright.

  • Page 28: Storage

    Care and Transport ZEL400HV | 26 5.2 Storage Product Respect the temperature limits when storing the equipment, particularly in summer if the equipment is inside a vehicle. Refer to "7 Technical Data" for information about temperature limits. Field adjustment After long periods of storage inspect the field adjustment parameters given in this user manual before using the product.

  • Page 29: Cleaning And Drying

    5.3 Cleaning and Drying Product and • Blow dust off optical parts. accessories • Never touch the glass with your fingers. • Use only a clean, soft, lint-free cloth for cleaning. If necessary, moisten the cloth with water or pure alcohol. •...

  • Page 30: Safety Directions

    Safety Directions ZEL400HV | 28 6 Safety Directions 6.1 General Introduction Description • The following directions should enable the person responsible for the product, and the person who actually uses the equipment, to anticipate and avoid operational hazards. • The person responsible for the product must ensure that all users under- stand these directions and adhere to them.

  • Page 31: Limits Of Use

    • Modification or conversion of the product. • Use after misappropriation. • Use of products with obviously recognizable damages or defects. • Use with accessories from other manufacturers without the prior explicit approval of GeoMax. • Inadequate safeguards at the working site, for example when using on or near roads.

  • Page 32: Responsibilities

    Safety Directions ZEL400HV | 30 6.4 Responsibilities Manufacturer of GeoMax AG, CH-9443 Widnau, hereinafter referred to as GeoMax, is respon- sible for supplying the product, including the user manual and original acces- the product sories, in a completely safe condition. Manufacturers of The manufacturers of non GeoMax accessories for the product are responsible for developing, implementing and communicating safety concepts for their...

  • Page 33: Hazards Of Use

    the deployment of personnel who use the product and for the safety of the equipment in use. 6.5 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 consequences.
  • Page 34 Safety Directions ZEL400HV | 32 Danger Because of the risk of electrocution, it is very dangerous to use poles and extensions in the vicinity of electrical installations such as power cables or electrical railways. Precautions: Keep at a safe distance from electrical installations. If it is essential to work in this environment, first contact the safety authorities responsible for the elec- trical installations and follow their instructions.
  • Page 35 Caution If the accessories used with the product are not properly secured and the product is subjected to mechanical shock, for example blows or falling, the product may be damaged or people may sustain injury. Precautions: When setting-up the product, make sure that the accessories are correctly adapted, fitted, secured, and locked in position.
  • Page 36 Safety Directions ZEL400HV | 34 Warning High mechanical stress, high ambient temperatures or immersion into fluids can cause leackage, fire or explosions of the batteries. Precautions: Protect the batteries from mechanical influences and high ambient tempera- tures. Do not drop or immerse batteries into fluids. Warning Short circuited battery terminals can overheat and cause injury or fire, for example by storing or transporting in pockets if battery terminals come in...

  • Page 37: Laser Classification

    and third parties to the risk of severe injury and rendering the environment liable to contamination. Precautions: The product must not be disposed with household waste. Dispose of the product appropriately in accordance with the national regulations in force in your country. Always prevent access to the product by unauthorized personnel.
  • Page 38 Safety Directions ZEL400HV | 36 The person responsible for the product must ensure that all users understand these directions and adhere to them. Products classified as laser class 1, class 2 and class 3R do not require: • laser safety officer involvement, •...
  • Page 39 Class 3R laser products: Direct intrabeam viewing may be hazardous (low-level eye hazard), in partic- ular for deliberate ocular exposure. The risk of injury for laser class 3R prod- ucts is limited because of: • unintentional exposure would rarely reflect worst case conditions of (e.g.) beam alignment with the pupil, worst case accommodation, •...
  • Page 40 Safety Directions ZEL400HV | 38 Warning From a safety perspective class 3R laser products should be treated as poten- tially hazardous. Precautions: Prevent direct eye exposure to the beam. Do not direct the beam at other people. Warning Potential hazards are not only related to direct beams but also to reflected beams aimed at reflecting surfaces such as prisms, windows, mirrors, metallic surfaces etc.
  • Page 41 Labelling Laser Aperture Laser Radiation Avoid direct eye exposure Class 3R Laser Product according to IEC 60825-1 (2007 - 03) Po ≤ 2.7 mW λ = 620 - 690 nm a) Laser beam b) Plumb beam Safety Directions ZEL400HV | 39...

  • Page 42: Electromagnetic Compatibility Emc

    Safety Directions ZEL400HV | 40 6.7 Electromagnetic Compatibility EMC Description The term Electromagnetic Compatability is taken to mean the capability of the product to function smoothly in an environment where electromagnetic radia- tion and electrostatic discharges are present, and without causing electromag- netic disturbances to other equipment.

  • Page 43: Fcc Statement, Applicable In U

    Caution Disturbances caused by electromagnetic radiation can result in erroneous measurements. Although the product meets the strict regulations and stand- ards which are in force in this respect, GeoMax cannot completely exclude the possibility that the product may be disturbed by very intense electromagnetic radiation, for example, near radio transmitters, two-way radios or diesel generators.
  • Page 44 Safety Directions ZEL400HV | 42 harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television recep- tion, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: •...
  • Page 45 Labelling ZEL400HV Complies with 21CFR 1040.10 and 1040.11 except for deviations pursuant to Laser Notice No.50, dated July 26, 2001 This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may...
  • Page 46 Safety Directions ZEL400HV | 44 Labelling ZDR300 Type: ZDR300 Art.No.: ..Power: 9.0V / 0.2A GeoMax AG CH-9443 Widnau Manufactured: ....S.No.: This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules.

  • Page 47: Technical Data

    7 Technical Data 7.1 ZEL400HV Technical Data Specifications Recommended use (diameter) Ø300 m with detector Levelling accuracy ± 7.5 mm at 100 m Accuracy for chalk line ± 4.5 mm at 12 m Levelling range ± 10% Scanning angle 10° - 35° Laser diode 635 nm (visible) Power...

  • Page 48: Zdr300 Technical Data

    Technical Data ZEL400HV | 46 7.2 ZDR300 Technical Data Specifications ZDR300 operating distance Reception 150 m Emission remote 30 m Capture window 40 mm Sound High, normal, mute Displays Front and back LCD Power 9V alkaline battery (LR6 type) Battery Life 50 hours Dimensions 150 x 80 x 35 mm...

  • Page 49: International Limited Warranty

    8 International Limited Warranty International This product is subject to the terms and conditions set out in the International Limited Warranty which can be requested on the GeoMax home page at Limited Warranty http://www.geomax-positioning.com or collect from your GeoMax distributor. 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,...
  • Page 50 GeoMax ZEL400HV 774017-1.0.0en, Original text © 2009 GeoMax AG, Widnau, Switzerland GeoMax AG www.geomax-positioning.com info@geomax-positioning.com...

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