STONEX R60 - Precautions for Safety; Laser Damage

Stonex R60 – User Manual 36
8. Precautions for safety
8.1. Laser damage
The instrument uses a visible red laser for distance measuring. The laser is emitted from the center of
telescope objective when measuring or laser pointer is turned on.
The instrument's laser plummet uses a visible red laser to indicate the position of the vertical axis. The
laser is emitted from the bottom of the instrument along the center axis during leveling and centering
operations.
In accordance with the state of the international standard IEC 60825-1(2014-05), the product is classified
as different Laser class on different working mode.
Working Mode
Laser Class
Distance measuring with reflector prism and tape
Class 1
Distance measuring without reflector
Class 3R
Laser plummet
Class 2
Direct laser beams can cause eye discomfort, temporary blindness and residual images. Prolonged
exposure to laser beams can cause permanent damage to the eyes.
• Do not look directly at the laser beam at any time, and do not use optical equipment such as
binoculars to view the laser beam.
• It is prohibited to direct a laser beam at another person.
• Do not stare at the spot of laser for a long time at close range.
• Avoid direct the laser at any highly reflective object that is not a reflector prism or tape, such
as windows, mirrors, traffic signs, etc.
• Turn off the pointer and laser plummet as much as possible when not working on distance
measuring or centering.