DeWalt DCLE34031 - Page 16

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USING THE LASER
Leveling the Laser
As long as the laser is properly calibrated, the laser is
self-leveling. Each laser is calibrated at the factory to find
level as long as it is positioned on a flat surface within
average ± 4° of level. No manual adjustments arerequired.
If the laser has been tilted so much that it cannot self-level (>
4°), the laser beam will flash.
When the beams flash as noted above THE LASER 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.
Using the Pivot Bracket (Fig. N, O, P)
The laser has a magnetic pivot bracket (Figure N,
9
)
permanently attached to theunit.

WARNING: Position the laser and/or wall mount on
astable surface. Serious personal injury or damage to
the laser may result if the laserfalls.
• The bracket has a keyhole slot (Figure O
10
) so it can be
hung from a nail or screw on any kind ofsurface.
• The bracket has magnets (Figure P) which allow the unit
to be mounted to most upright surfaces made of steel
or iron. Common examples of suitable surfaces include
steel framing studs, steel door frames, and structural
steel beams. Before attaching the pivot bracket against a
stud (Figure P
11
), place the Metal Enhancement Plate
(FigureP
12
) on the opposite side of thestud.
MAINTENANCE
• To maintain the accuracy of your work, check the laser
often to make sure it is properly calibrated. See Field
CalibrationCheck.
• Calibration checks and other maintenance repairs may
be performed by D
EWALT service centres.
• 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 prior
tostorage.
• 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.
TROUBLESHOOTING
The Laser Does Not Turn On
• Fully-charge the battery pack and then reinstall it in the
laserunit.
• If the laser unit is exposed to extremely hot temperatures,
the unit will not turn on. If the laser has been stored in
extremely hot temperatures, allow it to cool. The laser
level will not be damaged by pressing the on/off button
before cooling to its proper operatingtemperature.
The Laser Beams Flash
The lasers are designed to self-level up to an average of
4° in all directions If the laser is tilted so much that the
internal mechanism cannot level itself, the laser beams will
flash indicating that the tilt range has been exceeded. THE
FLASHING BEAMS CREATED BY THE LASER ARE 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.
If the laser battery pack has a low state of charge, the
beams will flash in a distinctive pattern of 3quick flashes in
1second, followed by constant light output for 4seconds.
This flashing pattern indicates that the battery pack should
be replaced with a fully charged batterypack.
The Laser Beams Will Not Stop Moving
The laser is a precision instrument. Therefore, if it is not
positioned on a stable (and motionless) surface, the laser
will continue to try to find level. If the beam will not stop
moving, try placing the laser on a more stable surface. Also,
try to make sure that the surface is relatively flat, so that the
laser isstable.
ACCESSORIES (FIG. Q, R, S)
The laser is packaged with a drop ceiling bracket
13
. The
drop ceiling bracket contains a steel plate and attaches to
the magnetized pivot bracket
9
(Figure Q).
The drop ceiling bracket is equipped with both 1/4 - 20and
5/8 - 11female threads on the bottom of the unit).
This thread on is to accommodate current or future D
EWALT
accessories. Refer to Figures R and S for examples of
accessories sold seperately. Only use D
EWALT accessories
specified for use with this product. Follow the directions
included with the accessory.

WARNING: Since accessories, other than those offered
by DEWALT, have not been tested with this product, use
of such accessories with this tool could be hazardous.
To reduce the risk of injury, only D
EWALT recommended
accessories should be used with thisproduct.
If you need any assistance in locating any accessory, please
contact your nearest D
EWALT service centre or go to
www.2helpU.com.
Target Card (Fig. T)
Some laser kits include a Laser Target Card (FigureT) to aid
in locating and marking the laser beam. The target card
enhances the visibility of the laser beam as the beam crosses
over the card. The card is marked with standard and metric
scales. The laser beam passes through the semi-transparent
plastic and reflects off of the reflective tape on the reverse
side. The magnet at the top of the card is designed to hold
the target card to ceiling track or steel studs to determine
plumb and level positions. For best performance when using
the Target Card, the D
EWALT logo should be facingyou.