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Johnson Level & Tool 40-6526 Instruction Manual

Electronic horizontal & vertical self-leveling rotary laser level
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4411H-English_Manuals 3/11/11 1:13 PM Page 1
Electronic Horizontal & Vertical Self-Leveling
Rotary Laser Level
Model Nos. 40-6526, 40-6529, 40-6544
Instruction Manual
Congratulations on your choice of this Electronic Horizontal & Vertical
Self-Leveling Rotary Laser Level. We suggest you read this instruction
manual thoroughly before using the instrument. Save this instruction manual
for future use.
This tool emits one rotating laser beam plus one plumb beam and is ideal for
laying out indoor or outdoor construction projects.
This is a Class IIIa laser tool and is manufactured to comply with CFR 21, parts
1040 .10 and 1040 .11 as well as international safety rule IEC 285.
©2011 Johnson Level & Tool
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  • Page 1 4411H-English_Manuals 3/11/11 1:13 PM Page 1 Electronic Horizontal & Vertical Self-Leveling Rotary Laser Level Model Nos. 40-6526, 40-6529, 40-6544 Instruction Manual Congratulations on your choice of this Electronic Horizontal & Vertical Self-Leveling Rotary Laser Level. We suggest you read this instruction manual thoroughly before using the instrument.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    13. Warranty Registration 6. Operating Instructions 14. Accessories 7. Using the Product 1. Kit Contents Description Model No. 40-6526 Qty. Electronic Horizontal & Vertical Self-Leveling Red Beam Rotary Laser Level Alkaline “C” Batteries Tinted Glasses Instruction Manual with Warranty Card Soft-Sided Carrying Case Description Model No.

  • Page 3: Features And Functions

    4411H-English_Manuals 3/11/11 1:13 PM Page 3 Description Model No. 40-6544 Qty. Electronic Horizontal & Vertical Self-Leveling Green Beam Rotary Laser Level Rechargeable battery pack Alkaline battery pack (batteries not included) Charger Remote with 9V Battery Ceiling Mount Tinted Glasses Target Instruction Manual with Warranty Card Hard-Shell Carrying Case 2.

  • Page 4: Safety Instructions

    3. Safety Instructions Please read and understand all of the following instructions, prior to using this tool. Failure to do so, may void the warranty. Model 40-6526 & Model 40-6529 DANGER! Class IIIa Laser Product Max. Power Output: ≤ 5mW Wavelength: 625-645nm THIS TOOL EMITS LASER RADIATION.
  • Page 5 4411H-English_Manuals 3/11/11 1:13 PM Page 5 ATTENTION IMPORTANT • Read all instructions prior to operating this laser tool. Do not remove any labels from tool. • Do not stare directly at the laser beam. • Do not project the laser beam directly into the eyes of others. •...

  • Page 6: Location/Content

    4411H-English_Manuals 3/11/11 1:13 PM Page 6 4. Location/Content of Warning Labels ©2011 Johnson Level & Tool...

  • Page 7: Location Of Parts/Components

    • Always check to make sure that the laser is in the off position (when power indicator lamp is not lit) before removing and replacing batteries. • Both Ni-MH (40-6529 & 40-6544) and “C” alkaline batteries (included in 40-6526 only) can be used in the unit’s battery compartment. ©2011 Johnson Level & Tool...
  • Page 8 4411H-English_Manuals 3/11/11 1:13 PM Page 8 Alkaline Battery Installation Put 4 “C” alkaline batteries into the alkaline battery pack according to polarity direction, then insert the battery pack into the laser. Insert the rechargeable battery into the laser. Charging the Rechargeable Batteries Insert the charger into an AC outlet and into the rechargeable battery pack, the rechargeable battery is now charging.
  • Page 9 Instrument Usage 1. Put in Ni-MH rechargeable battery pack, or 4 “C” alkaline batteries (not included, except in 40-6526), or connect the 6V DC battery adaptor to the unit’s power jack. 2. Place the laser on a platform or tripod, connecting with tripod to the 5/8"...

  • Page 10: Using The Product

    4411H-English_Manuals 3/11/11 1:13 PM Page 10 3. Press power button to turn power on, and press operation buttons on control panel or use remote control (not included with 40-6526) to adjust to your desired working status. 4. After finishing operation or before moving the instrument, turn the power off.
  • Page 11 4411H-English_Manuals 3/11/11 1:13 PM Page 11 Power On/Off 1. Press the power button to power on. The power indicator lamp will light up and the instrument will automatically level itself, with rotation occurring once the unit is level. 2. Press the power button again to power off. 3.
  • Page 12 4411H-English_Manuals 3/11/11 1:13 PM Page 12 Speed Adjustment After unit electronically self-levels, it rotates at its highest speed (500rpm). Press the speed adjustment button (see figure) on either the laser keypad or remote to change the rotating speed to its low speed (200rpm).
  • Page 13 4411H-English_Manuals 3/11/11 1:13 PM Page 13 2. Press the slope mode button again to select Y-direction slope. - Press the button pointing to the left to shift the slope angle to the left. - Press the button pointing to the right to shift the slope angle to the right.
  • Page 14 4411H-English_Manuals 3/11/11 1:13 PM Page 14 Remote Control Shield Key The remote control function is on when the laser is turned on and the remote control LED is on. Press this key and the remote control LED goes off. The laser does not receive any remote control information.
  • Page 15 4411H-English_Manuals 3/11/11 1:13 PM Page 15 Detector Usage The 40-6715 (model 40-6529 only) laser detector is an indispensable accessory when using rotary laser levels. The main function of the detector is to detect the position of the laser signals that are trans- mitted by rotary lasers.
  • Page 16 4411H-English_Manuals 3/11/11 1:13 PM Page 16 2. Components (a) Exterior Instruction 1) Horizontal vial 2) Front display window 3) Front on grade mark 4) Vertical vial 5) LED key 6) Power key 7) Beeper 8) Reception window 9) Fine/Coarse accuracy key 10) Beeper key 11) Back display window 12) Back on grade mark...
  • Page 17 4411H-English_Manuals 3/11/11 1:13 PM Page 17 (b) Display 1. Power on symbol 2. Low battery indicator 3. Fine/Coarse symbol 4. Beeper symbol 5. Position indication arrows Power Key: Turn on/off the power Fine/Coarse Accuracy Key: Switch detecting accuracy LED Key: Turn on/off the LCD’s light Volume Key: Cycles between high, low and off 3.
  • Page 18 4411H-English_Manuals 3/11/11 1:13 PM Page 18 4. Operating Instructions Power On Press the power key to turn the unit on. The LCD display will illuminate all the indicator segments for 0.5 second (Fig.2). When the indicator segments are no longer illuminated, the detector is ready for use.
  • Page 19 4411H-English_Manuals 3/11/11 1:13 PM Page 19 Detecting Laser Level Signals While detecting laser signals, the LCD will display as follows: (take the set-up state of high sound and fine detection as an example) Laser signal Laser signal Laser signal The laser signal is down The laser signal is up Horizontal bar indicated on-grade No laser signal is detected...
  • Page 20 4411H-English_Manuals 3/11/11 1:13 PM Page 20 2. When detecting a vertical laser signal, it is important to have the bubble vial centered, as the deflection of the receiver will influence its receiving accuracy. 3. Keep the reception window facing the laser while detecting. 4.

  • Page 21: Self-Check & Fine Calibration

    4411H-English_Manuals 3/11/11 1:13 PM Page 21 8. Self-Check & Fine Calibration IMPORTANT: It is the responsibility of the user to verify the calibration of the instrument before each use. The instrument must be self-checked before operation. If the accuracy is found beyond tolerance, user can make adjustment according to directions as follows.
  • Page 22 4411H-English_Manuals 3/11/11 1:13 PM Page 22 7. If point C and point D are within 1/32” at 50’, the accuracy is within tolerance. Fine Calibration Using the Remote Control The following procedure is only valid when adjusting out errors that are less than 1/2”...
  • Page 23 4411H-English_Manuals 3/11/11 1:13 PM Page 23 • Once the desired axes has been selected, the UP arrow and DOWN arrow buttons are used to adjust the position of the laser plane. X-Axis Calibration 1. Place the unit into calibration mode as discussed above. 2.
  • Page 24 4411H-English_Manuals 3/11/11 1:14 PM Page 24 5. Press the ENTER button on the remote control to accept the calibration value, noting that the LED goes “OFF”. 6. After calibration is completed, make sure to power off the unit and then power on again to activate the calibration. Z-Axis Calibration 1.

  • Page 25: Technical Specifications

    (Model 40-6544) Exterior Range Up to 1500 ft. diameter (500m) with red detector (not included in 40-6526) Up to 1200 ft. diameter (400m) with green detector (not included) Remote Range Up to 200 ft. diameter (60m) with remote Slope ±5°...
  • Page 26 Rechargeable NiMH battery pack, (Model 40-6529 & 40-6544) or 6V adapter (included) 4 - “C” alkaline batteries (included in Model 40-6526) Battery Life Approx. battery life 24 hours continuous use with rechargeable battery pack, 40 hours with 4 “C” alkaline batteries Dimensions 8.62”...

  • Page 27: Application Demonstrations

    4411H-English_Manuals 3/11/11 1:14 PM Page 27 10. Application Demonstrations Plumb reference for ceiling Reference for flooring installation installation Reference for window installation Reference for squaring and leveling Reference for retaining wall Reference for cement floor installation installation Reference for fence Reference for trim installation and locating ceiling fixtures ©2011 Johnson Level &...

  • Page 28: Care And Handling

    4411H-English_Manuals 3/11/11 1:14 PM Page 28 11. Care and Handling • This laser unit is a precision tool that must be handled with care. • Avoid exposing unit to shock vibrations and extreme temperatures. • Before moving or transporting the unit, make sure that the unit is turned off. •...

  • Page 29: Warranty Registration

    4411H-English_Manuals 3/11/11 1:14 PM Page 29 NOTE: The user is responsible for the proper use and care of the product. It is the responsibility of the user to verify the calibration of the instrument before each use. For further assistance, or if you experience problems with this product that are not addressed in this instruction manual, please contact our Customer Service Dept.

  • Page 30: Accessories

    4411H-English_Manuals 3/11/11 1:14 PM Page 30 14. Accessories Johnson ® accessories are available for purchase through authorized Johnson ® dealers. Use of non-Johnson ® accessories will void any applicable limited warranty and there will be NO WARRANTY. If you need any assistance in locating any accessories, please contact our Customer Service Department.

This manual is also suitable for:

40-652940-6544

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