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  • Page 1 Leica PIPER 100/200 User manual Version 3.0 English...
  • Page 2 Congratulations on the purchase of a new Pipe Laser from Leica Geosystems. Product The Piper 100 and 200 are laser tools for pipe laying and other construction applica- tions. They are designed and built with the latest innovations in the laser tool industry.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Intended Use Limits of Use Responsibilities Lifetime Manufacturer’s Warranty Hazards of Use Laser Classification 1.7.1 Piper 100/200 (Laser Class 3R) 1.7.2 Piper 100 (Laser Class 2M) Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) FCC Statement, Applicable in U.S. 1.10 ICES-003 Statement, Applicable in Canada...
  • Page 4 Basic Operation Starting Up The LCD Display The Switch Buttons Three Basic Requirements Entering Grade Changing Line Line and Grade Lock Alignmaster (Piper 200 only) General Procedures 3.9.1 Setting up the Target Assembly 3.9.2 Setting up the Trivet Assembly and Mounting Bracket 3.9.3 Typical Second Day Set-up Standard Set-up Procedures...
  • Page 5 Refraction Accessories Target Assembly Remote Control Trivet Assembly Self-Centering Feet Lithium-Ion Battery 6.5.1 Removing the Battery 6.5.2 Installing the Battery 6.5.3 Charging the Battery Accuracy Adjustment Checking Line and Grade Troubleshooting 10 Care and Transport 10.1 Transport 10.2 Storage 10.3 Cleaning and Drying...
  • Page 6 11 Technical Data...

  • Page 7: Safety Directions

    Safety Directions General 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 understand these directions and adhere to them.
  • Page 8 Safety Directions DANGER, WARNING, CAUTION and NOTICE are standardised signal words for iden- tifying levels of hazards and risks related to personal injury and property damage. For your safety, it is important to read and fully understand the following table with the different signal words and their definitions! Supplementary safety information symbols may be placed within a warning message as well as supplementary text.

  • Page 9: Intended Use

    • Use of products with obviously recognizable damages or defects. • Use with accessories from other manufacturers without the prior explicit approval of Leica Geosystems. • Inadequate safeguards at the surveying site, for example when measuring on roads. Safety Directions...

  • Page 10: Limits Of Use

    Safety Directions • Deliberate dazzling of third parties. Warning Adverse use can lead to injury, malfunction and damage. It is the task of the person responsible for the equipment to inform the user about hazards and how to coun- teract them. The product is not to be operated until the user has been instructed on how to work with it.

  • Page 11: Responsibilities

    Manufacturer of Manufacturer of the product Leica Geosystems AG, CH-9435 Heerbrugg, hereinafter the product referred to as Leica Geosystems, is responsible for supplying the product, including the user manual and original accessories, in a completely safe condition. Manufacturers of The manufacturers of non Leica Geosystems accessories for the product are respon-...

  • Page 12: Lifetime Manufacturer's Warranty

    Lifetime Manufacturer’s Warranty Warranty coverage for the entire usage time of the product under PROTECT according to Leica Geosystems International Limited Warranty and PROTECT General Terms & Conditions set out under www.leica-geosystems.com/protect. Free charge repair or replacement of all products or any parts under PROTECT that suffer defects as a result of faults in materials or manufacturing.

  • Page 13: Hazards Of Use

    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. Precautions: All users must follow the safety directions given by the manufacturer and the direc- tions of the person responsible for the product.
  • Page 14 Before transportation or shipping contact your local passenger or freight transport company. Warning Using a battery charger not recommended by Leica Geosystems can destroy the batteries. This can cause fire or explosions. Precautions: Only use chargers recommended by Leica Geosystems to charge the batteries.
  • Page 15 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 temperatures. 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 contact with jewel- lery, keys, metallized paper or other metals.
  • Page 16 Precautions: Dispose of the product appropriately in accordance with the regulations in force in your country. Always prevent access to the product by unauthorized personnel. Warning Only Leica Geosystems authorized service workshops are entitled to repair these products.

  • Page 17: Laser Classification

    Laser Classification 1.7.1 Piper 100/200 (Laser Class 3R) General This pipe laser produces a visible red laser beam which emerges from the front window. The laser product described in this section is classified as laser class3R in accordance with: •...
  • Page 18 Safety Directions Wavelength 635 nm Maximum average radiant power 4.8 mW Beam divergence 0.03 mrad NOHD (Nominal Ocular Hazard Distance) @ 0.25s 355 m Caution From a safety perspective, class3R laser products should be treated as potentially hazardous. Precautions: a) Prevent direct eye exposure to the beam. b) Do not direct the beam at other people.
  • Page 19 IEC 60825-1 (2014-05)  4.8 mW  = 635 nm Type: PL100 Art.No.: 747389 Power: 7.4V /1A max Leica Geosystems AG CH-9435 Heerbrugg Manufactured: YYYY S.No.: PX00-12345 Made in China Complies with 21CFR 1040.10 and 1040.11 except for deviations pursuant to Laser Notice No.50, dated July 26, 2001.

  • Page 20: Piper 100 (Laser Class 2M)

    Safety Directions 1.7.2 Piper 100 (Laser Class 2M) General This pipe laser produces a visible red laser beam which emerges from the front window. The laser product described in this section is classified as laser class 2M in accordance with: •...
  • Page 21  1.2 mW  = 635 nm Type: PL100 Art.No.: 747389 Pav = 1 mW cw Power: 7.4V /1A max Leica Geosystems AG CH-9435 Heerbrugg Manufactured: YYYY S.No.: PX00-12345 Made in China Complies with 21CFR 1040.10 and 1040.11 except for deviations pursuant to Laser Notice No.50, dated July 26, 2001.

  • Page 22: Electromagnetic Compatibility (Emc)

    Warning Electromagnetic radiation can cause disturbances in other equipment. Although the product meets the strict regulations and standards which are in force in this respect, Leica Geosystems cannot completely exclude the possibility that other equipment may be disturbed. Caution There is a risk that disturbances may be caused in other equipment if the product is...
  • Page 23 Disturbances caused by electromagnetic radiation can result in erroneous measure- ments. Although the product meets the strict regulations and standards whichin this respect, Leica Geosystems cannot completely exclude the possibility product may be disturbed by very intense electromagnetic radiation, near radio transmitters, two- way radios or diesel generators.

  • Page 24: Fcc Statement, Applicable In U

    Safety Directions FCC Statement, Applicable in U.S. Caution This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interfer- ence in a residential installation.

  • Page 25: Ices-003 Statement, Applicable In Canada

    Warning Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Leica Geosystems for compli- ance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. Labelling Piper 100/200 Type: PL100 Art.No.: 747389 Power: 7.4V /1A max Leica Geosystems AG CH-9435 Heerbrugg Manufactured: YYYY S.No.: PX00-12345...

  • Page 26: Description Of The System

    There are three models of the Piper pipe laser described in this manual: • Piper 100 - Red beam pipe laser • Piper 200 - Red beam pipe laser with the Alignmaster™ feature. • Piper 100 Class 2M - Red beam pipe laser (Laser Class 2M)

  • Page 27: Piper Components

    Piper Components a) LCD display b) Switch buttons c) Handle and level vial d) Battery compartment e) Stringline notch Lighted pivot point (top) g) Pivot point (side) h) Self-centering feet Description of the System...

  • Page 28: Case Configuration

    Description of the System Case Configuration a) Accessory compartment b) Piper* c) Remote control d) Spare batteries e) Self-centering feet User manual g) Target assembly * Piper shown with optional scope assembly...

  • Page 29: Basic Operation

    Starting Up a) Press the POWER button to turn the Piper on. b) When the Piper is first turned on the Leica Start-up Screen is displayed with the serial number of the laser. c) Next, the Piper Screen will be displayed.

  • Page 30: The Lcd Display

    Basic Operation When the start-up screens are completed, the Main Oper- ating Screen will be displayed and work can begin. The LCD Display a) Line movement indication b) Plus / minus grade value c) Beam emission indicator d) Battery status indicator e) Line and grade lock indicator Percent (per mill)

  • Page 31: The Switch Buttons

    The Switch Buttons a) Left and Right Line Buttons b) Up and Down Grade Button c) Power Button d) Alignmaster Button, Piper 200 only e) Star Button, used in combination with the grade buttons for large grade changes Basic Operation...

  • Page 32: Three Basic Requirements

    Basic Operation Three Basic Requirements Refer to the information that follows when setting up and operating the Piper. To set up for a specific application, refer to "4 Standard Set-up Procedures". You must always define the following three variables in any application. •...
  • Page 33 • Elevation - The distance from the invert of the pipe to the laser beam. This distance is set by attaching the self-centring feet for the pipe size to be laid (The 150 mm, six inch feet are standard, All other sizes are optional.) or by adjusting the height of the piper on the Trivet Mount Assembly.

  • Page 34: Entering Grade

    Basic Operation Entering Grade To change grade, press an UP or DOWN arrow button (a) to enter the grade required. • The speed at which the grade changes will increase as the button is held. • Press both the UP and DOWN arrow buttons (b) at the same time to reset the grade to zero.

  • Page 35: Changing Line

    Changing Line To change the line position, press a LEFT or RIGHT arrow button (a) to move the beam to the position required. • The speed at which the line moves will increase as the button is held. • Press both the LEFT and RIGHT arrow buttons (b) at the same time to reset the line to the centre position.

  • Page 36: Line And Grade Lock

    Basic Operation Line and Grade Lock To lock the grade position, press and hold the STAR button, then press an UP or DOWN arrow button (a) to lock the grade at the current value To lock the line position, press and hold the STAR button, then press a LEFT or RIGHT arrow button (b) to lock the line at the current position To unlock grade or line, repeat the same procedure.

  • Page 37: Alignmaster (Piper 200 Only)

    Alignmaster (Piper 200 only)  Alingmaster is a function of the Piper 200 only.  When the Alignmaster button (a) is pressed, the Piper will begin a search routine to find located and stop on the target. This function is normally used for second day setups to quickly find the beam in the previous day’s work.
  • Page 38 Basic Operation If the Alignmaster function cannot find the target, a question mark will appear next to the target (d) to indicate “target not found”. This screen will appear for two minutes or until another button is pressed. The line position will then return to its original position.

  • Page 39: General Procedures

    General Procedures 3.9.1 Setting up the Target Assembly  The Target Assembly (725858) includes the small target insert. • Slide the required Target Insert into the Target Assembly. Loosen the locking knob and insert the target with the printed side of the target on the same side as the level vial.
  • Page 40 Basic Operation • Place the target into the end of the pipe. The reflective strips should be facing the laser, towards the inside of the pipe. • Adjust the Target in the pipe until the bubble is centered in the level vial. •...

  • Page 41: Setting Up The Trivet Assembly And Mounting Bracket

    3.9.2 Setting up the Trivet Assembly and Mounting Bracket  The Trivet Assembly (746158) includes the mounting bracket that is attached to the bottom of the laser. • Remove the four feet from the Piper, then attach the mounting plate by re- installing the feet.

  • Page 42: Typical Second Day Set-Up

    Basic Operation • Set the grade. Enter the required grade in the Piper using the UP and DOWN arrows or enter large grade changes by first pressing the STAR button, then entering grade by individual digit. The Piper can self-level over its entire grade range.
  • Page 43 • Adjust the line of the laser beam using either the LEFT and RIGHT buttons on the Piper or on the Remote. Press the button until the laser beam is centered on the target. • Piper 200 - Use the Alignmaster feature. Press the ALIGNMASTER button on the Piper or on the Remote to scan and locate the target.

  • Page 44: Standard Set-Up Procedures

    Standard Set-up Procedures Standard Set-up Procedures Pre-Poured Inverts  The pre-poured invert must be set at the correct elevation and on the correct line position. • Set the grade. Enter the required grade for the pipe to be laid in the display of the Piper.

  • Page 45: Open Trench (Transit)

    Open Trench (Transit)  In the open trench a transit is used to align the laser beam to the next manhole. • Set the grade. Enter the required grade for the pipe to be laid in the display of the Piper.
  • Page 46 Standard Set-up Procedures a) Locate Point A. Place the transit so that it is behind the Piper and in line with the centerline of the pipe to be laid. b) Locate Point B. Look through the transit and lock it on-line with the next manhole point.

  • Page 47: In The Pipe Or On Top Of The Pipe

    In the Pipe or On Top of the Pipe  Place the Piper on top of the pipe when the beam cannot pass through the pipe, such as when it is filled with water. • Set the grade. Enter the required grade for the pipe to be laid in the display of the Piper.

  • Page 48: Open Trench (Stringline)

    Standard Set-up Procedures Open Trench (Stringline)  This procedure is best for shorter runs of pipe, typically those less that 90 meters (300 feet). • Set the grade. Enter the required grade for the pipe to be laid in the display of the Piper.
  • Page 49 a) Locate Point A. Place a range rod at the center of the next manhole point. (The rod must be plumb.) b) Locate Point B. Attach a stringline to the slot in the top f the Piper’s front bumper. Move the Pipe until it is in line with the centerline of the pipe to be laid. c) Locate Point C.

  • Page 50: Manhole

    Standard Set-up Procedures Manhole • Set the grade. Enter the required grade for the pipe to be laid in the display of the Piper. • Set the elevation. Place the Piper in the manhole. Move the Piper up or down on the (optional) trivet until the required height is set.

  • Page 51: Drop Manhole

    Drop Manhole  The trivet pole or the complete trivet assembly is designed to attach directly to a drop manhole t-bar assembly using a 5/8”-11 mount. • Set the grade. Enter the required grade for the pipe to be laid in the display of the Piper.

  • Page 52: Over The Top

    Standard Set-up Procedures Over the Top  The Over-the-Top Mount Assembly consists of a Scope and a mounting bracket for attaching the Piper to a tripod. • Remove the four feet from the Piper, then attach the mounting plate (a) by re- installing the feet.

  • Page 53: Refraction

    • In these conditions, Leica Geosystems strongly recommends the use of a blower assembly to reduce or eliminnate the effects of refraction. A blower mixes the different layers of air temperature and density inside a sewer pipe, thereby creating a uniform medium for the laser beam to pass through.
  • Page 54 Refraction  Allow the blower to operate for at least 10 minutes before aligning the next pipe. • Connect the blower to a power source, normally a 12-volt battery. • Position the blower. Make sure that the air intake for the blower is not blocked. If possible, position the blower so the temperature of the air it draws in is approximately the same as the air inside the pipe.

  • Page 55: Accessories

    Accessories Target Assembly  The Target Assembly provide a visual reference for locating the laser beam and aligning the pipe. • The target assemblies have a special holographic material applied to them that enhances the beam visibility even in bright light conditions. •...

  • Page 56: Remote Control

    Accessories Remote Control  The Remote Control Assembly communicates with the Piper via infrared signals, and is used to adjust line and other functions. a) Left and Right Line Buttons – The Left and Right arrow buttons are used for initial aligmment and to center the beam in the pipe for second day set-ups.

  • Page 57: Trivet Assembly

    Trivet Assembly  The trivet assembly is assembled as shown below. a) Eye Bolt – For lowering the trivet into a manhole. b) Trivet Post – The scales on the pole can be read from the top of the post down to the center of the beam on the left side, and from the bottom of the knob (below post) up to the center of the beam.

  • Page 58: Self-Centering Feet

    Accessories Self-Centering Feet  Combined with the Target Assembly, the Self-Centering Feet allow the oper- ator to align the beam down the centerline of the pipe. Standard Self-Centering Feet: • The Piper comes standard with 150 mm (6 inch) feet. Optional Self-Centering Feet are also available: •...

  • Page 59: Lithium-Ion Battery

    Lithium-Ion Battery 6.5.1 Removing the Battery  The Piper is powered by a Lithium-Ion Battery. The battery must be removed to be charged. There is no external charge connection to prevent the use of external power in a possibly dangerous pipelaying environment. •...

  • Page 60: Installing The Battery

    Accessories 6.5.2 Installing the Battery • To install the battery, loosen the two locking screws (a) below the rear handle and pull out the Handle and Battery Assembly (b). • The battery sits in a holder that is part of the handle assembly. Turn the Handle and Battery Assembly upside-down.

  • Page 61: Charging The Battery

     Use the Leica Geosystems battery and charger recommended by Leica Geosys- tems to ensure the correct functionality of the instrument. 6.5.3 Charging the Battery • Follow the instructions received with your charging unit to ensure proper charging of the battery.
  • Page 62 +10°C to +20°C/+50°F to +68°F if possible. • It is normal for the battery to become warm during charging. Using the chargers recommended by Leica Geosystems, it is not possible to charge the battery if the temperature is too high. Operation / Discharging •...

  • Page 63: Accuracy Adjustment

    Accuracy Adjustment  It is the responsibility of the user to follow operating instructions, and to periodically check the accuracy of the instrument and work as it progresses.  The Piper is adjusted to the defined accuracy specification at the factory. It is recommended to check your laser ofr accuracy upon receipt and periodically thereafter to ensure accuracy is maintained.
  • Page 64 Accuracy Adjustment  This procedure is easier when performed with two people, on a relatively flat surface and when using a trivet assembly. Refer to illustration on the previous page. Checking Level Accuracy • Set up the Piper on the trivet assembly, level tihe Piper with the trivet feet, and set the grade counter to 0.000%, •...
  • Page 65 Access to the Adjustment Screen • If power is ON, turn it OFF. • Press and hold the DOWN and RIGHT arrow buttons, then press the POWER button (a) to turn the unit on and enter the adjustment mode / screen. •...
  • Page 66 Accuracy Adjustment Exiting the Adjustment Screen • Press the STAR Button (e) to accept, save, store the adjustment activity, and return to the main operating screen (f). • Pressing the POWER button at any time before completing the procedure will turn off the unit, and will revert to previous adjustment information.

  • Page 67: Checking Line And Grade

    Checking Line and Grade  Line and Grade should be checked after the first 7.5 to 15 meters (25 to 50 feet) of pipe is laid to ensure the pipe is at the proper grade and line. Checking Line and Grade •...
  • Page 68 Checking Line and Grade  The grade readings must be taked from the same relative position in the pipe. The illustration shows the readings being taken from the invert of the pipe. Determine the actual grade of the pipe • Subtract distance “B”...

  • Page 69: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Display Symptom Possible Causes and Solutions Roll Icon The Roll Icon indicates that the Piper is in a position where its cross-axis level vial is not level. Reposition the Piper in the direc- tion of the arrow until the vial is centered. Servo Limit The Servo Limit Icon indicates that the Piper is in a position where it cannot achieve the entered grade.
  • Page 70 Troubleshooting Display Symptom Possible Causes and Solutions Line and Grade will The line and grade may have been locked. Press the STAR, then a not change. line or grade button to unlock. See appropriate section of the manual. Line or grade may have reached its furthest limit. Line limits are indicated by the icon at the top of the display.
  • Page 71 Display Symptom Possible Causes and Solutions Target, Question The Target, Question Mark and Sun Icon indicates that the Piper is Mark, and Sun Icon in too bright of light conditions for the Alignmaster fucntion to find the target. Try shading to reduce the affects of the sun. Beam is not hitting This symptom may be caused by the following possible causes: the center of the...

  • Page 72: Care And Transport

    Always carry the product in its transport container and secure it. Shipping When transporting the product by rail, air or sea, always use the complete original Leica Geosystems packaging, transport container and cardboard box, or its equiva- lent, to protect against shock and vibration. Shipping, transport...

  • Page 73: Storage

    10.2 Storage Product Respect the temperature limits when storing the equipment, particularly in summer if the equipment is inside a vehicle. Refer to "11 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 74: Cleaning And Drying

    Care and Transport 10.3 Cleaning and Drying Windows • 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. • Do not use other liquids; these may attack the polymer components. Damp Products •...
  • Page 75 • FCC Part 15 (applicable in US) Conformity to National Regula- Hereby, Leica Geosystems AG, declares that the product/s is/are in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provi- tions sions of the applicable European Directives. The declaration of conformity can be consulted at http://www.leica-geosystems.com/ce.
  • Page 76 Technical Data Piper 100/200 (Class 3R) Piper 100 (Class 2M) Operation / Charge** 40 hours / 4 hours 40 hours / 4 hours Operating Temperature -20° to +50°C (-4° to -20° to +50°C (-4° to +122°F) +122°F) Storage Temperature -40° to +70°C (-40° to -40°...
  • Page 77 Index Accessories ..........6-55 Care and Transport ......... 10-72 Accuracy Case Configuration ........2-28 Adjustment ........... 7-63 Checking Line and Grade ......8-67 Checking Level Accuracy ....... 7-64 Cleaning and Drying ........ 10-74 Alignmaster Question mark ........3-38 Description of the System ......2-26 Question Mark, Sun ......
  • Page 78 Setup ............ 4-50 Grade Description ........... 3-32 On Top of the Pipe Entering ..........3-34 Setup ............ 4-47 Lock ............3-36 Open Trench Stringline ..........4-48 Transit ..........4-45 Hazards of Use .......... 1-13 Over the Top Setup ............ 4-52 In the Pipe Setup ............
  • Page 79 Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) ..1-22 Setup ............ 3-41 FCC Statement ........1-24 Troubleshooting ........9-69 Intended Use .......... 1-9 Labeling ........1-19, 1-21 Laser Classification ....... 1-17 Limits of Use ......... 1-10 Responsibilities ........1-11 Second Day Set-Up ........3-42 Servo Limit Icon ......... 9-69 Standby Icon ..........
  • Page 80 748790-3.0.1en Original text, Printed in Switzerland © 2017 Leica Geosystems AG, Heerbrugg, Switzerland www.leica-geosystems.com...

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