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Leica Rugby 300 SG User Manual Version 1.1 English...
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Enter the model and serial number in your manual and always refer to this information when you need to contact your agency or Leica Geosystems authorized service workshop. Type-Serial No.: 300-____________ Date of purchase:_____________...
Alignment of the Axes....8 FCC Statement, Applicable in Precise Alignment of the Axes..9 U.S..........29 Setup ..........10 Labeling Rugby 300 SG ..... 30 General Setup......10 Technical Data ......31 Location ........10 Recommended Head Speeds ... 10 Tripod Setup ......
2,500 feet (770 meters) diameter. The Rugby 300 SG is a single grade laser and is capable of producing an accurate plane of laser light for applications that are level (1) or having a single grade (2).
12 Tripod mount for attachment to a by digit screen. 5/8”-11 tripod. 6 DOWN Arrow Button – After pressing X, press to decrease the grade shown. 7 Circular Level Vial – For initial setup reference. Rugby 300 SG 1.1.0en Features and Functions...
Release the button and press again to continue counting beyond zero. Grade Capability The Rugby 300 SG can have up to 25.000% grade in the X-axis. Use the UP or DOWN buttons to set the desired grade.
Then, dial grade into the laser until the Rod- Eye indicates an on-grade reading. The percent of grade in the display is now equal to the grade being matched. Rugby 300 SG 1.1.0en Operation...
Calculating Percent of Grade from the Slope: For very accurate alignment, refer to the steps for Precise Alignment Slope = 0.0059 of the Axes. Conversion = 0.0059 x 100 Percent of Grade = 0.590% Rugby 300 SG 1.1.0en Operation...
3 Enter +5.000% grade into the X- axis. When grade is entered in the X-axis, the Y-axis acts like a hinge or fulcrum. 4 With 5.000% in the X-axis, take a second reading at Point A. Rugby 300 SG 1.1.0en Operation...
When working at extended distances, decreasing the head speed (increasing the pulse time on the receiver) or changing the band width of the receiver to wide band can improve distance and performance. Rugby 300 SG 1.1.0en Setup...
When entering the setup screen, the after ten seconds. the EXIT window will be highlighted. To change the setup options in this window the buttons are used in the following way: Rugby 300 SG 1.1.0en Setup...
The H.I. function can be turned on or off in the first setup screen. When the H.I. function is turned on, the letters “HI” will appear in the bottom, right part of the display. Rugby 300 SG 1.1.0en Setup...
The sensitivity numbers can be set from 1 to 5. Select “1” for calm conditions. Select “5” for very windy conditions. Use the lowest setting for conditions present. Rugby 300 SG 1.1.0en Setup...
Allows the Rugby to start up with the H.I. Alert automatically turned on, or turned off. Allows the operator to disable the negative grade function of the Rugby. When disabled, negative grade cannot be entered in the grade displays. Rugby 300 SG 1.1.0en Setup...
Y-axis in completely (approximately one minute the same way as above. after the unit begins to rotate), and then, using your Rod-Eye receiver, mark the position of the beam (Position 1). Rugby 300 SG 1.1.0en Checking Level Accuracy...
Pressing the power button at display for the X-Axis. any time before completing the Press the Star button again to move to procedure will revert the accuracy to the Y-Axis adjustment screen. previously saved information. Rugby 300 SG 1.1.0en Checking Level Accuracy...
Install individual D-cell batteries (2) as shown on the battery door cover. The charge jack (3) is located on the laser above the locking knob of the battery door (4). Charge time is approximately 4-5 hours. Rugby 300 SG 1.1.0en Accessories...
If a more precise alignment is desired, first align the Rugby to a second control point using the procedure for Precise Alignment of the Axes found in this manual. A = Vertical crosshair alignment Rugby 300 SG 1.1.0en Accessories...
• Press Power or Star to reset H.I. function. • Check unit’s elevation and adjust if required. Servo Limit Warning • Unit is not level • Check setup and circular level vial. Rugby 300 SG 1.1.0en Troubleshooting...
Head rotates slowly • Check the basics above. • In low battery mode the Rugby will rotate slowly (7 RPS) to trigger the laser low battery function on the RE Pro. Rugby 300 SG 1.1.0en Troubleshooting...
Before transportation or shipping, • Remove the batteries from the contact your local passenger or freight product for storage. transport company. • After storage, recharge the battery before use. Rugby 300 SG 1.1.0en Care and Transport...
• Do not repack until everything is completely dry. Cables and Plugs • Keep plugs clean and dry. • Blow away any dirt lodged in the plugs of the connecting cables Rugby 300 SG 1.1.0en Care and Transport...
• Use of the product without until the user has been instructed how instruction. to work with it. • Use outside of the intended limits. • Disabling safety systems. • Removal of hazard notices. Rugby 300 SG 1.1.0en Safety Directions...
The International Warranty can be Leica Geosystems AG, CH-9435 downloaded from the Leica Heerbrugg, hereinafter referred to as Geosystems AG home page at http:// Leica Geosystems, is responsible for www.leica-geosystems.com/ supplying the product, including the internationalwarranty or received from user manual and original accessories, your Leica Geosystems dealer.
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Precautions: When transporting or shipping Do not carry out field work during batteries, the person in charge of the thunderstorms. Rugby 300 SG 1.1.0en Safety Directions...
Laser classification in pockets if battery terminals come in contact with jewelry, keys, metallized The rotating laser Rugby 300 SG paper or other metals. produces an invisible laser beam that emerges from the rotating head.
Measurement ±5% 1040.10 and 1040.11 uncertainty: except for deviations pursuant to Laser Notice No 50, dated July 26, 2001. Class 1 Laser Product according to IEC 60825-1 (2001 - 08) A = Laser Beam Rugby 300 SG 1.1.0en Safety Directions...
Although the product meets the strict smoothly in an environment where regulations and standards which are in electromagnetic radiation and force in this respect, Leica electrostatic discharges are present, Geosystems cannot completely and without causing electromagnetic exclude the possibility that the product disturbances to other equipment.
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna • Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver. Rugby 300 SG 1.1.0en Safety Directions...
Technical Data The Rugby 300 SG Operating range............1250 ft (385 meter) radius Self-leveling accuracy* ......±1/16” at 100’ (1.5 mm at 30 meters) Self-leveling range ..................± 5° Grade Capability ................-5% to +25% Head Speeds ................. 5, 10, 15, 20 RPS Laser Diode Type ..............
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9001) and Environmental Management Systems (ISO standard 14001). Leica Geosystems AG 741894-1.1.0en CH-9435 Heerbrugg (Switzerland) Printed in Switzerland - Copyright Leica Geosystems AG, Heerbrugg, Switzerland 2007 Phone +41 71 727 31 31 Original text Fax +41 71 727 46 73 www.leica-geosystems.com...
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