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David White AutoLaser 3185 User Manual

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David White AutoLaser 3185 Specifications

General IconGeneral
TypeRotary Laser Level
Accuracy±1/8 inch at 100 feet
Laser ColorRed
Power SourceBattery
Self-Leveling Range±5 degrees
Laser Wavelength635 nm
Rotation Speed0, 150, 300, 600 RPM
Laser ClassClass II
Battery TypeNi-MH or Alkaline
Dimensions6.5 x 6.5 inches

Summary

Safety and Certifications

General Safety Precautions

Guidelines for safe operation, avoiding laser beam exposure, and instrument servicing.

Regulatory Compliance

Statement of compliance with federal and CE regulations for laser safety and emissions.

Features and Applications

Key Features Overview

Description of main features and associated icons for the 3100 Series lasers.

Primary Applications

Lists various construction and installation projects suitable for the 3100 Series lasers.

Operating Instructions

General Construction Setup

Instructions for setting up the laser for general construction using a tripod.

Ceiling Grid Installation

Procedure for installing lasers for ceiling grid applications using a wallmount.

Operation Modes and Laydown Applications

Laydown Application Setup

Steps for placing and leveling the instrument in a laydown position.

Basic Operation and Leveling

Instructions for instrument operation, self-leveling, and rotation modes.

Plumbing and Lay-Down Operations

Procedures for plumbing and lay-down use on a flat surface.

Advanced Operation Modes

Variable Rotation Speed Control

Adjusting rotation speed for different applications like room-wide references.

Sweep and Scanning Modes

Using sweep/scanning for a shorter, brighter laser line for specific tasks.

Point-to-Point Laser Line

Creating a laser line between two specified points.

Specialized Modes and Error Handling

Spot Mode Operation

Using Spot Mode for a motionless laser dot as a straight-line reference.

Re-Leveling and Axis Errors

How the instrument handles bumps and self-levels or indicates axis errors.

Error States and Level Modes

Spindle Motor Error

Troubleshooting for spindle motor rotation or speed errors.

Auto Level Mode Control

Configuring how the instrument reacts to being moved out of level.

Anti-Drift System (ADS)

Enabling ADS to detect and signal when the instrument has been moved out of level.

Grade Adjustment Modes

Single Axis Grade Setup

Setting a single axis grade for site grading and excavations.

Manual Grade Mode Activation

Disengaging leveling to place the instrument in any position for grading.

Dual Axis Grade and ADS in Grade Mode

Dual Axis Grade Preparation

Using dual grade for specialized site preparations like road grading.

ADS Protection in Grade Mode

Using ADS to protect against errors from bumps or settling in Grade Mode.

Line Positioning and Battery Replacement

Fine-Tuning Vertical Laser Line

Adjusting the vertical (plumb) laser line position without moving the instrument.

Battery Replacement Procedure

Steps for replacing low batteries in the laser instrument.

Calibration Procedures

Upright Position Peg Test (X Axis)

Testing the X-axis accuracy by setting reference points on a wall.

Battery Maintenance and Charging

Information on alkaline and rechargeable battery usage, charging, and care.

Axis Calibration Details

X-Axis Calibration Steps

Detailed steps for calibrating the X-axis for models 3110-GR, 3150, 3150G.

Y-Axis Calibration Test

Procedure for testing and calibrating the Y-axis for the 3175 model.

Axis Calibration and Laydown Tests

X/Y Axis Calibration for Model 3185

Calibrating X and Y axes for the 3185 model using peg tests.

Laydown Z-Axis Peg Test

Testing the Z-axis accuracy in the laydown position for specific models.

Laydown Z-Axis Calibration

Z-Axis Calibration for Models 3150/3150G

Steps to calibrate the Z-axis for models 3150 and 3150G.

Z-Axis Calibration for Model 3175

Procedure to calibrate the Z-axis for the 3175 model.

Maintenance and Troubleshooting

Instrument Care and Storage

Guidelines for cleaning, maintaining, and storing the laser instrument.

Common Troubleshooting Steps

Basic tests and checks for common performance failures and errors.

Specifications Comparison

3100 Series Model Specifications

Detailed technical specifications for all 3100 Series laser models.

Warranty and Laser Detector Introduction

Product Warranty Information

Details on the two-year warranty, coverage, and contact information.

Universal Laser Detector Overview

Introduction to the David White Universal Laser Detector and its uses.

Universal Laser Detector Operation and Care

Laser Detector Power and Operation

Instructions for powering on and operating the laser detector.

Detector Features and Care

Special features, audio tones, LCD display, and care instructions for the detector.

Remote Control Operation (RC700)

RC700 Remote Control Functions

Guide to using the RC700 remote for models 3150 and 3150G.

Remote Control Operation (RC400X)

RC400X Remote Control Functions

Guide to using the RC400X remote for model 3175.

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