Maintenance - DeWalt DW083 Instruction Manual

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Locking Pendulum
The DW083 is equipped with a locking pendulum mechanism.
This feature is only activated when the laser is switched off.
When the power on knob is rotated to the ON position, the
pendulum will be released from the locked position and
self level.
Using the Laser
The beams are level or plumb as long as the calibration has
been checked (see Field Calibration Check) and the laser
beam is not flashing (see Out of Tilt Range Indicator).
The tool can be used to transfer points using any combination
of the three beams.
Integrated Magnetic Pivoting Bracket
(Fig. C)
The DW083 has a magnetic pivoting bracket
attached to the unit. This bracket allows the unit to be mounted
to any upright surface made of steel or iron using the magnets
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examples of suitable surfaces include steel framing studs, steel
door frames and structural steel beams. Position the laser on a
stable surface.

CAUTION: Do not stand underneath the laser when
it is mounted with the magnetic pivoting bracket.
Serious personal injury or damage to the laser may result
if the laser falls.
The pivoting bracket also provides floor clearance of
approximately 1-3/4" (44.5 mm) which aids in the installation of
steel framing track.
Out of Tilt Range Indicator (Fig. D)
The DW083 laser is designed to self-level. If the laser has been
tilted so much that it cannot level itself (> 4° tilt), it will flash
the laser beam (Fig. D). The flashing beam indicates the tilt
range has been exceeded and IS NOT LEVEL (OR PLUMB) AND
SHOULD NOT BE USED FOR DETERMINING OR MARKING LEVEL
(OR PLUMB). Try repositioning the laser on a more level surface.
Fig. D
FLASHING
>4°
Using the Laser with Accessories
The laser is equipped with a 1/4" x 20 female thread on the
bottom of the unit. This thread is to accommodate current
or future D
specified for use with this product. Follow the directions
included with the accessory.

Recommended accessories for use with your tool are available
at extra cost from your local dealer or authorized service center.
If you need assistance in locating any accessory, please contact
D WALT Industrial Tool Co., 701 East Joppa Road, Towson, MD
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21286, call 1–800–4-D
website: www.D
Leveling the Laser
As long as the tool is properly calibrated, this tool is self-
permanently
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leveling. It is calibrated at the factory to find plumb as long as
it is positioned on a flat surface within 4° of level. No manual
adjustments must be made.

MAINTENANCE

To maintain the accuracy of your work, have the laser
checked often to make sure it is properly calibrated. See Field
Calibration Check.
Calibration checks and other maintenance repairs may be
performed by D
When not in use, store the laser in the kit box provided. Do not
store your laser at temperatures below -5 ˚F (-20 ˚C) or above
140 ˚F (60 ˚C).
Do not store your laser in the kit box if the laser is wet. The laser
should be dried first with a soft dry cloth.
Cleaning
Exterior plastic parts may be cleaned with a damp cloth.
Although these parts are solvent resistant, NEVER use solvents.
Use a soft dry cloth to remove moisture from the tool before
storage.
Field Calibration Check
Checking accuracy – Plumb (Fig. E, F)
Checking the plumb calibration of the laser can be most
accurately done when there is a substantial amount of vertical
height available, ideally 25' (7.5 m), with one person on the
floor positioning the laser and another person near a ceiling to
mark the dot created by the beam on the ceiling (Fig. E). It is
important to conduct a calibration check using a distance no
shorter than the distance of the applications for which the tool
will be used.
1. Start by marking a point on the floor.
2. Place the laser so that the down beam is centered on the
point marked on the floor.
3. Allow time for the laser to settle to plumb and mark the
center of the beam created by the up beam.
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WALT accessories. Only use D
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WARNING: Since accessories, other than those offered
by D WALT, have not been tested with this product, use
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of such accessories with this tool could be hazardous.
To reduce the risk of injury, only D
accessories should be used with this product.
WALT (1–800–433–9258) or visit our
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WALT.com.
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WALT service centers.
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WALT accessories
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WALT recommended
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