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  • Page 1 Leica Rugby 640 User Manual Version 1.0 English...
  • Page 2 Leica Geosystems authorised service work- shop. Type: _______________ Serial No.: _______________ Validity of this This manual applies to the Rugby 640 lasers. Differences between the models are manual marked and described. Available Name Description/Format documentation ...
  • Page 3 View the service history of your products in Leica Geosystems Service Centers and detailed information on the services performed on your products. For your products that are currently in Leica Geosystems Service Centers view the current service status and the expected end date of service.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    FCC Statement, Applicable in U.S. Description of the System System Components Rugby Laser Components Case Components Setup RC400 Remote Control 2.5.1 Pairing the Rugby 640 with the RC400 Remote Control Operation Buttons LED Indicators Turning on and off the Rugby Automatic Mode Manual Mode Elevation Alert (H.I.) Function...
  • Page 5 Troubleshooting Care and Transport Transport Storage Cleaning and Drying Technical Data 10.1 Conformity to National Regulations 10.2 General Technical Data of the Laser 10.2.1 RC400 Remote Control Lifetime Manufacturer’s Warranty Accessories Index Rugby 640, Table of Contents...

  • Page 6: Safety Directions

     Important paragraphs which must be adhered to in practice as they enable the product to be used in a technically correct and efficient manner. Rugby 640, Safety Directions...

  • Page 7: Definition Of Use

    • To ensure that it is used in accordance with the instructions. • To be familiar with local regulations relating to safety and accident prevention. • To inform Leica Geosystems immediately if the product and the application becomes unsafe. • To ensure that the national laws, regulations and conditions for the operation of e.g.

  • Page 8: Hazards Of Use

    When transporting or shipping batteries, the person in charge of the product must ensure that the applicable national and international rules and regulations are observed. Before transportation or shipping contact your local passenger or freight transport company. Rugby 640, Safety Directions...
  • Page 9 • Using the product after incorrect attempts were made to carry out repairs Precautions: Do not open the product. Only Leica Geosystems authorised service workshops are entitled to repair these products. If the product is improperly disposed of, the following can happen: WARNING •...

  • Page 10: Laser Classification

    635 nm ± 10 nm From a safety perspective, class 2 laser products are not inherently safe for the eyes. CAUTION Precautions: 1) Avoid staring into the beam. 2) Avoid pointing the beam at other people. Rugby 640, Safety Directions...

  • Page 11: Electromagnetic Compatibility Emc

    WARNING 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. There is a risk that disturbances may be caused in other equipment if the product is...

  • Page 12: Fcc Statement, Applicable In U

    Precautions: 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 can be disturbed or that humans or animals can be affected. • Do not operate the product with radio or digital cellular phone devices in the vicinity of filling stations or chemical installations, or in other areas where an explosion hazard exists.
  • Page 13 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 cause undesired operation. 004789_001 Rugby 640, Safety Directions...

  • Page 14: Description Of The System

    Description of the System System Components General description The Rugby 640 is a laser tool for general construction and levelling applications such as • Setting forms • Checking grades • Controlling depths for excavations If set up within the self-levelling range, the Rugby automatically levels to create an accurate horizontal or vertical plane of laser light.

  • Page 15: Case Components

    Charger (for Li-Ion versions only) f) User Manual/CD g) 4x AA-cell battery h) Rod eye receiver mounted on the bracket i) 4x D-cell battery (for alkaline versions only) j) 2x Ceiling grid target Rugby 640, Description of the System...

  • Page 16: Setup

    • Always check the tripod or laser trailer before attaching the Rugby. Make sure all screws, bolts and nuts are tight. • If a tripod has chains, they should be slightly loose to allow for thermal expansion during the day. • Secure the tripod on extremely windy days. Rugby 640, Description of the System...

  • Page 17: Rc400 Remote Control

    The sending LED flashes to indicate that the remote is sending a signal to the Rugby.  The remote control is powered by a 2x AA batteries. replacement is the same as for the Rod Eye receivers. Rugby 640, Description of the System...

  • Page 18: Pairing The Rugby 640 With The Rc400 Remote Control

    Description Turn off the Rugby 640. Press and hold the Power button on the Rugby 640 for 5 seconds to turn on the Rugby 640 in pairing mode. The Rugby 640 beeps five times. Press and hold the Head Speed button and the Scan Mode button on the RC400.

  • Page 19: Operation

    • To indicate the level status of the axes. • To indicate the battery status. • To indicate an H.I. Alert condition. Diagram of the LED Indicators a) Low Battery Indicator LED b) X-axis Indicator LED c) Y-axis Indicator LED 005807_001 Rugby 640, Operation...

  • Page 20: Turning On And Off The Rugby

    Automatic Mode Description of the The Rugby always starts up in Automatic Mode. Automatic Mode In Automatic Mode the Rugby automatically levels if set up within the 5° self-levelling range (horizontal or vertical). Rugby 640, Operation...

  • Page 21: Manual Mode

    • The Y-axis LED is red. • The X-axis continues to self-level and the X-axis LED flashes green until level. When the Y-axis is in Manual Mode, the Y-axis can be sloped upwards or downwards as illustrated. 005809_001 Rugby 640, Operation...

  • Page 22: Elevation Alert (H.i.) Function

    The Elevation Alert function can be disabled or enabled by pressing the following the Elevation Alert button combination: function • With the Rugby turned on, press and hold the Left and Right Arrow buttons. • Press the Automatic/Manual Mode button.  The Rugby beeps once to indicate the change. Rugby 640, Operation...

  • Page 23: Receivers

    Receivers Description The Rugby 640 is sold with the Rod Eye 140 Classic or Rod Eye Basic Receiver. Rod Eye 140, Classic Receiver Instrument compo- nents part 1 of 2 a) Level vial b) Audio Speaker c) LCD window d) LEDs...

  • Page 24: Menu - Rod Eye 140, Classic Receiver

    Turns on or off the position Green LED is on: function is on. memory function. The down arrow bars Red LED is on: function is off. are filling to indicate this parameter. Rugby 640, Receivers...

  • Page 25: Rod Eye Basic Receiver

    Location to attach the receiver bracket for normal operation. Mounting Hole Offset notch Use to transfer reference marks. The notch is 45 mm (1.75") below to top of the detector. Battery door Access to the battery compartment. Rugby 640, Receivers...
  • Page 26 Description of the buttons a) Audio 005667_001 b) Bandwidth c) Power Button Function Audio Press to change the audio output. Bandwidth Press to change detection bandwidth. Power Press once to turn on the Receiver. Rugby 640, Receivers...

  • Page 27: Applications

    Set the rod with the attached receiver on top of the form. Adjust the height of the form until the on-grade position is again indicated. Continue to additional positions until the forms are levelled to the rotating plane of the Rugby. Rugby 640, Applications...

  • Page 28: Checking Grades

    Set the rod with the attached receiver on top of the excavation or concrete pour to check for correct elevation. Variances can be read from the digital receiver. • 7a: Position is too high. • 7b: Position is too low. • 7c: Position is on grade. Rugby 640, Applications...

  • Page 29: Manual Grades

    Use the Left and Right Arrow buttons on the Rugby to move the laser beam up and down until the on-grade (centre-line) position is indicated on the receiver • the centre bar • the green flashing LED • a solid audio tone Rugby 640, Applications...

  • Page 30: Batter Boards

    Batter Boards Description The Rugby 640 and the Rod Eye 140, Classic Receiver create a vertical plane of laser light that acts as a virtual string line for batter board setups. Setup Laser setup 005814_001 Step Description Mount the Rugby to the clamp and then the clamp to the batter board.

  • Page 31: Facades

    Facades Description The Rugby 640 and the Rod Eye 140, Classic Receiver create a vertical plane of laser light that is aligned to the building and acts as a constant reference for facade instal- lations. Setup...
  • Page 32 Mount the receiver to the receiver bracket using the 90° adapter. Attach the bracket to the facade adapter bracket. The top of the receiver bracket should be set at the same distance from the building’s surface as the laser for proper alignment. Turn on the receiver. Rugby 640, Applications...

  • Page 33: Suspended Ceilings

    Use the remote control to move the rotating laser beam left or right until the receiver displays an on-grade position. Suspended Ceilings Description The Rugby 640 can also be used for suspended ceiling installations. Mounting the laser 005821_001 Step Description Attach the Rugby to the wall mount bracket.

  • Page 34: Layout

    Scan 90° button (3). 004812_001 Layout Description In the laying down position the Rugby 640 can be used for laying out wall positions, squaring, transferring points and more. Layout The Rugby 640 projects two laser beams at a 90° angle to each other.

  • Page 35: More Applications

    • Vertical plumb • Layout of floors • Squaring of angles • Setting cabinets • Chair rails and wainscoting • Alignment of wall and floor tiles • Trim carpentry • Setting sprinkler head heights • Sloped ceilings Rugby 640, Applications...

  • Page 36: Batteries

    Batteries Description The Rugby 640 can be purchased with alkaline batteries or a rechargeable Li-Ion battery pack. The following information is appropriate only to the model you have purchased. Operating Principles Charging / first-time • The battery must be charged prior to using it for the first time because it is deliv- ered with an energy content as low as possible.
  • Page 37 Remove the batteries from the battery compartment. To insert the batteries: Insert the batteries into the battery compartment. Close the cover of the battery compartment and slide the locking mecha- nism to the left centre position until it locks into position. Rugby 640, Batteries...
  • Page 38  The correct polarity is displayed on the battery holder. Close the cover of the battery compartment and slide the locking mecha- nism to the left until it locks into position. Rugby 640, Batteries...

  • Page 39: Accuracy Adjustment

    30 m (100 ft) 30 m (100 ft) Y— 005828_001 Align the second axis of the Rugby by rotating it 90° so that this axis is square to the wall. Allow the Rugby to self-level completely. Rugby 640, Accuracy Adjustment...

  • Page 40: Adjusting The Level Accuracy

    • The X-axis and the Y-axis LEDs flash alternately three times. • The Y-axis LED flashes three times, then flashes slowly until level. When the Rugby is level, the Y-axis LED is on, but does not flash. • The X-axis LED is off. Rugby 640, Accuracy Adjustment...
  • Page 41 Adjustment Mode. The X-axis LED and Y-axis LED flash alternately three times, then the Rugby shuts off.  Pressing the Power button at any time while in Adjustment Mode will exit the mode without saving changes. Rugby 640, Accuracy Adjustment...

  • Page 42: Troubleshooting

    Rugby to Automatic Mode by pressing the Auto- matic/Manual Mode button. – In Automatic Mode the X- axis LED and the Y-axis LED flash green while levelling. – In Manual Mode the X-axis LED and/or the Y-axis LED are red. Rugby 640, Troubleshooting...
  • Page 43 Pair the Rugby and the remote. communicate with not been paired and cannot Refer to "2.5.1 Pairing the the RC400 Remote communicate with each other. Rugby 640 with the RC400 Control. Remote Control" for more information. Elevation Alert The Elevation Alert function is...

  • Page 44: 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 equivalent, to protect against shock and vibration. Shipping, transport...

  • Page 45: Cleaning And Drying

    Do not repack until everything is completely dry. Always close the transport container when using in the field. Cables and plugs Keep plugs clean and dry. Blow away any dirt lodged in the plugs of the connecting cables. Rugby 640, Care and Transport...

  • Page 46: Technical Data

    • FCC Part 15 (applicable in US) national regulations • Hereby, Leica Geosystems AG, declares that the product Rugby 640 is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC and other applicable European Directives. The declaration of conformity may be consulted at http://www.leica-geosystems.com/ce.

  • Page 47: Rc400 Remote Control

    5 hours (maximum) at 20°C 10.2.1 RC400 Remote Control Operating range Operating range (diameter): 200 m/650 ft Batteries Batteries: Alkaline Two AA-cells Battery life (typical usage) 70 hours Remote Control 59 mm (2.32") 25.8 mm (1.02") Dimensions 004819_001 Rugby 640, Technical Data...

  • Page 48: Lifetime Manufacturer's Warranty

    To receive the "three years no cost" period, the product must be registered at http://www.leica-geosystems.com/registration within 8 weeks of the purchase date. If the product is not registered, a two year warranty applies.

  • Page 49: Accessories

    A100, Li-Ion battery charger to complete the Li-Ion battery solution. A200 - Wall Mount Bracket (790421) The A200 wall mount bracket mounts the Rugby 640 securely to the ceiling grid for suspended ceiling installations. A210 - Ceiling Grid Target (732791) The A210 ceiling grid target attached magnetically to the ceiling grid for suspended ceilings installations.
  • Page 50 A100 A150 A130 A600 A140 A280 A200 A220 A210 005832_001 Rugby 640, Accessories...

  • Page 51: Index

    Definition of Use ..........7 Description of the system ........14 Dimensions Pairing Of laser ............46 Remote Control with Rugby ......18 Of Remote Control ......... 47 Documentation ............ 2 Elevation alert ............ 22 Environmental specifications Laser .............. 47 Rugby 640, Index...
  • Page 52 Instrument on tripod ........16 Specifications, environmental Instrument ............. 47 Temperature Laser Operating ..........47 Storage ............ 47 Temperature, charging internal battery ....36 Troubleshooting ..........42 User Manual Validity of ............2 Warranty ............48 Weight Instrument ............. 46 Rugby 640, Index...
  • Page 53 Rugby 640, Index...
  • Page 54 799760-1.0.0en Original text Published in Switzerland © 2013 Leica Geosystems AG, Heerbrugg, Switzerland Leica Geosystems AG Heinrich-Wild-Strasse CH-9435 Heerbrugg Switzerland Phone +41 71 727 31 31 www.leica-geosystems.com...

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