Bosch GLL 3-50 S User manual

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General Safety Rules

Read all instructions. Failure to follow all instructions

listed below may result in hazardous radiation

exposure, electric shock, fire and/or serious injury.

SAVE ALL WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS

FOR FUTURE REFERENCE

The term “tool” in the warnings listed below refers to your mains-operated

(corded) tool or battery-operated (cordless) tool.

The following labels are on your laser tool for your convenience and

safety. They indicate where the laser light is emitted by the tool.

ALWAYS BE AWARE of their location when using the tool.

Do not direct the laser beam at persons or animals and

do not stare into the laser beam yourself. This tool

produces laser class 2 laser radiation and complies

with 21 CFR 1040.10 and 1040.11 except for deviations

pursuant to Laser Notice No. 50, dated June 24, 2007.

!

WARNING

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DO NOT remove or deface any warning or caution labels. Removing

labels increases the risk of exposure to laser radiation.

Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other

than those specified in this manual, may result in hazardous

radiation exposure.

ALWAYS make sure that any bystanders in the vicinity of use are

made aware of the dangers of looking directly into the laser tool.

DO NOT place the laser tool in a position that may cause anyone to

stare into the laser beam intentionally or unintentionally. Serious eye

injury could result.

ALWAYS position the laser tool securely. Damage to the laser tool

and/or serious injury to the user could result if the laser tool fails.

ALWAYS use only the accessories that are recommended by the

manufacturer of your laser tool. Use of accessories that have been

designed for use with other laser tools could result in serious injury.

DO NOT use this laser tool for any purpose other than those outlined

in this manual. This could result in serious injury.

DO NOT leave the laser tool “ON” unattended in any operating mode.

DO NOT disassemble the laser tool. There are no user serviceable

parts inside. Do not modify the product in any way. Modifying the laser

tool may result in hazardous laser radiation exposure.

DO NOT use the laser viewing glasses as safety goggles. The laser

viewing glasses are used for improved visualization of the laser beam, but

they do not protect against laser radiation.

DO NOT use the laser viewing glasses as sun glasses or in traffic.

The laser viewing glasses do not afford complete UV protection and reduce

color perception.

DO NOT use any optical tools such as, but not limited to, telescopes

or transits to view the laser beam. Serious eye injury could result.

DO NOT stare directly at the laser beam or project the laser beam

directly into the eyes of others. Serious eye injury could result.

Work area safety

Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or dark areas invite

accidents.

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DO NOT operate the laser tool around children or allow children to

operate the laser tool. Serious eye injury could result.

Electrical safety

Batteries can explode or leak, cause injury or fire. To reduce this

risk, always follow all instructions and warnings on the battery

label and package.

DO NOT short any battery terminals.

DO NOT charge alkaline batteries.

DO NOT mix old and new batteries. Replace all of them at the same

time with new batteries of the same brand and type.

DO NOT mix battery chemistries.

Dispose of or recycle batteries per

local code.

DO NOT dispose of batteries in fire.

Keep batteries out of reach of children.

Remove batteries if the device will not be used for several months.

Personal safety

Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common sense when

operating a tool. Do not use a tool while you are tired or under the

influence of drugs, alcohol or medication. A moment of inattention

while operating a tool may result in serious personal injury or incorrect

measurement results.

Use safety equipment. Always wear eye protection. Safety equipment

such as dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection

used for appropriate conditions will reduce personal injuries.

Use and care

Use the correct tool for your application. The correct tool will do the

job better and safer.

Do not use the tool if the switch does not turn it on and off. Any tool

that cannot be controlled with the switch is dangerous and must be

repaired.

Store idle tool out of the reach of children and do not allow persons

unfamiliar with the tool or these instructions to operate the tool.

Tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained users.

Maintain tools. Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts,

breakage of parts and any other condition that may affect the

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operation. If damaged, tool repaired before use. Many accidents are

caused by poorly maintained tools.

Use the tool, accessories, etc., in accordance with these instructions

and in the manner intended for the particular type of tool, taking into

account the working conditions and the work to be performed. Use

of the tool for operations different from those intended could result in a

hazardous situation.

Service

Have your tool serviced by a qualified repair person using only

identical replacement parts. This will ensure that the safety of the tool

is maintained.

Develop a periodic maintenance schedule for tool. Follow checking

procedures outlined in the instruction manual. When cleaning a tool

be careful not to disassemble any portion of the tool since internal

wires may be misplaced or pinched or may be improperly mounted.

Certain cleaning agents such as gasoline, carbon tetrachloride, ammonia,

etc. may damage plastic parts.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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Product Description and Specifications

Intended Use

The tool is intended for determining and checking horizontal and vertical

lines.

Laser Tool GLL 3-50

Working range

1)

– standard 33 ft (10 m)

– with laser receiver 15 ft – 165 ft (5 – 50 m)

Leveling Accuracy 1/8” @ 33 ft (±0.3 mm/m)

Plumb down point working

range 15 ft (5 m)

Perpendicular point accuracy ±0.5 mm/m

Self-leveling range, typical ±4°

Leveling duration, typical < 4s

Operating temperature 14° F – 104° F (–10° ... +40° C)

Storage temperature 4° F – 158° F (–20° ... +70° C)

Relative air humidity, max. 90%

Laser class 2

Laser type 635 nm

< 1 mW

C

6

1

Shortest pulse duration 1/1600 seconds

Tripod mount 1/4" – 20

5/8" – 11

Batteries 4 x 1.5 V LR6 (AA)

Operating time, minimum 6 h

Automatic switch-off after approx. 30 min

Weight according to

EPTA-Procedure 01/2003 2 lb (0.9 kg)

Dimensions

without rotating platform 5.7"x 3.3" x 4.6 (146 x 83 x 117 mm)

with rotating platform Ø7.9" x 7.5 (Ø201 x 197)

Degree of protection IP54*

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1 Exit opening for laser beam

2 Pulse-function indicator

3 Pulse-function button

4 Operating mode button

5 Battery indicator

6 Tripod mount 1/4" - 20

7 Battery compartment

8 Battery lid

9 Polarity leads

10 Latch of battery lid

11 Tripod mount 5/8" - 11

12 Product label

13 Serial number

14 On/Off switch

15 Guide groove

16 Guide rail

17 Locking screw for extendable stand

18 Fine adjustment knob

19 Rotating base

20 Magnets

21 Laser target plate

Product Features

1) The working range can be decreased by unfavorable environmental

conditions (e.g. direct sun irradiation).

* dust and splash proof

Please observe the serial number on the product label of your line laser

tool.

The laser tool can be clearly identified with the serial number 13 on the

product label.

The numbering of the product features shown refers to the illustration

of the laser tool on the graphic page.

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22 Construction tripod BS 150*

23 Laser viewing glasses*

24 Positioning device WM 1*

25 Telescoping pole system BP350*

26 Laser receiver LR 2*

27 L-Boxx 2*

* The accessories illustrated or described are not included as

standard delivery.

Preparation

Always turn off the laser and the main power switch before

removing and replacing batteries.

Alkaline batteries are recommended for the tool.

Always replace all batteries at the same time. Use only batteries

from one brand and with identical capacity.

Remove the batteries from tool when not using for extended

periods. When storing for extended periods, the batteries can corrode

and discharge themselves.

When inserting, pay attention to the correct polarity according to

the representation of the inside battery lid.

It is the user’s responsibility to periodically check the accuracy of

the laser tool as work progresses. Always check the accuracy of

the laser tool after it has been dropped or subject to extreme

temperature and temperature variations.

To open the battery lid 8, pull latch 10 and fold the battery lid out. Insert

the batteries. When inserting, pay attention to the correct polarity

according to the representation on the outside of the battery lid.

When the battery indication 5 flashes red, the batteries must be replaced.

Assembly

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Make sure the tool and device are securely mounted

before use.

Using the Rotating Mount

Place the laser tool with the guide groove 15 on

the guide rail 16 of the rotating mount 19 and

slide the laser tool to the stop onto the mount.

To disconnect, pull the laser tool in the opposite

direction from the rotating mount.

Extending the Telescopic Legs

Unscrew the locking screw 17 for the extendable

stand. Pull out the stand. Lock the stand by

tightening the locking screw 17. Repeat the

process for the other two stands.

Operation

Initial Operation

Switching On and Off

To switch on the tool, slide the On/Off switch 14 to the “ on” position

(when working without self leveling) or to the “ on” position (when

working with self leveling). Immediately after switching on, the laser tool

sends laser beams out of the exit openings 1.

Do not point the laser beam at persons or animals

and do not look into the laser beam yourself, not

even from a long distance.

To switch off the laser tool, slide the On/Off switch 14 to the “off” position.

When switching off, the leveling unit is locked.

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WARNING

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CAUTION

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When exceeding the maximum permitted operating temperature of 40 °C,

the laser tool switches off to protect the laser diode. After cooling down,

the laser tool is ready for operation and can be switched on again.

Deactivating the Automatic Shut-off

The laser tool switches off automatically after an operating duration of 30

minutes. To deactivate the automatic switch-off, keep the operating mode

button 4 pressed for 3 s while switching on the laser tool. When the

automatic switch-off is deactivated, the laser lines briefly flash after

3 s.

To activate the automatic shut-off, switch the laser tool off and then on

again (without the operating mode button 4 pushed).

Operation Modes (see figures A–D)

The laser tool has four operating modes, between which you can switch

at any time:

– Horizontal operation (operating mode A): generates a horizontal laser

line.

– Cross-line operation (operating mode B): generates a horizontal and a

vertical laser line.

– Vertical operation (operating mode C): generates two vertical, orthogonal

laser lines,

– Horizontal operation combined with vertical operation (operating mode

D): generates a horizontal and two vertical laser lines..

In all operating modes, a plumb down point is projected onto the floor.

Once switched on, the laser tool is in operating mode “D”. To change the

operating mode, press the operating mode button 4.

All four operating modes can be selected with or without self leveling.

In cross-line and vertical operation, the vertical lines can be aligned exactly

on a reference object using the fine adjustment knob 18.

Pulse Function

When working with the laser receiver 26, the pulse function must be

activated, – independent of the selected operating mode.

In pulse function, the laser lines flash at very high frequency (invisible to

the human eye) and thus becomes detectable by the laser receiver 26.

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To switch on the pulse function, press button 3. When the pulse function

is switched on, the pulse-function indicator 2 lights up green.

When the pulse function is switched on, the visibility of the laser lines is

reduced for the human eye. Therefore, turn off the pulse function by

pushing button 3 when working without the laser receiver. When the pulse

function is switched off, the pulse-function indicator 2 is deactivated.

Self Leveling

Working with Self Leveling

Position the laser tool on a level and firm support or mount it to a compact

tripod.

When working with self leveling, slide the On/Off switch 14 to the “ on”

position (this means pendulum is unlocked).

After switching on, the leveling function automatically compensates

irregularities within the self-leveling range of ±4°. The laser tool is leveled

in as soon as the laser lines no longer flash.

If the self leveling function is not possible, e.g. because the surface on

which the laser tool is mounted and slopes by more than 4° from the

horizontal plane, the laser beams flash. In this case, bring the laser tool to

the level position and allow the self-leveling to take place.

In case of ground vibrations or position changes during operation, the laser

tool is automatically levelled in again. To avoid errors, check the position

of the horizontal and vertical laser line with regard to the reference points

upon re-leveling.

Working without Self Leveling (manual mode)

For work without self leveling, slide the On/Off switch 14 to the “ on”

position. When the self leveling is switched off, the laser lines flash

continuously.

When the self leveling is switched off, the laser tool can be held by hand

or placed on an sloping surface. In cross-line operation, the two laser lines

do not necessarily run at a 90° to each other.

Leveling Accuracy

Influences on Accuracy

The ambient temperature has the greatest influence. Especially

temperature differences occurring from the ground up can divert the laser

beam.

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Because the largest difference in temperature layers is close to the ground,

the laser tool should always be mounted on a tripod when measuring

distances exceeding 65 ft. If possible, also set up the laser tool in the

middle of the work area.

Apart from exterior influences, device-specific influences (such as heavy

impact or falling) can lead to deviations. Therefore, check the accuracy of

the laser tool every time before starting your work.

First, check both the height as well as the leveling accuracy of the

horizontal laser line, then the leveling accuracy of the vertical laser line.

Should the laser tool exceed the maximum deviation during one of the

tests, please have it repaired by a Bosch after- sales service.

Checking the Height Accuracy of the Horizontal Line

For this check, a free measuring distance of 15 ft on a firm surface between

two walls A and B is required.

– Mount the laser tool onto a tripod or place it on a firm and level surface

close to wall A. Switch on the laser tool. Select cross-line operation with

self leveling.

– Direct the laser against the close wall A and allow the laser tool to level

in. Mark the centre of the point where the laser lines cross each other on

the wall (point I).

A

B

5 m

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– Turn the laser tool by 180°, allow it to level in and mark the cross point

of the laser lines on the opposite wall B (point II).

– Without turning the laser tool, position it close to wall B. Switch the laser

tool on and allow it to level in.

– Align the height of the laser tool (using a tripod or by underlaying, if

required) in such a manner that the cross point of the laser lines is

projected against the previously marked point II on the wall B.

A

B

A

B

180˚

d

180˚

A

B

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– Without changing the height, turn around the laser tool by 180°. Direct it

against the wall A in such a manner that the vertical laser line runs

through the already marked point I. Allow the laser tool to level in and

mark the cross point of the laser lines on the wall A (point III).

– The difference d of both marked points I and III on wall A indicates the

actual height deviation of the laser tool.

The maximum permitted deviation d

max

is calculated as follows:

d

max

= double distance of the walls x 0.3 mm/m

Example: With a 5 metre distance between the walls, the maximum

deviation must not exceed

d

max

= 2 x 5m x 0.3 mm/m = 3 mm. Thus, the marks must not be more than

3 mm apart.

Checking the Leveling Accuracy of the Horizontal Line

For the check, a free surface of approx. 5 x 5 metres is required.

– Set up the laser tool on a firm, level surface between both walls A and B.

Allow the laser tool to level in while in horizontal operation.

– At a distance of 2.5 metres from the laser tool, mark the centre of the

laser line (point I on wall A and point II on wall B) on both walls.

2,5 m

,0 m

5,

5

A

B

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– Set up the laser tool 5 metres away turned by 180° and allow it to level

in.

– Align the height of the laser tool (using a tripod or by underlaying, if

required) in such a manner that the centre of the laser line is projected

exactly against the previously marked point II on wall B.

– Mark the centre of the laser line as point III (vertically above or below

point I) on the wall A.

– The difference d of both marked points I and III on wall A indicates the

actual deviation of the laser tool from the level plane.

The maximum permitted deviation d

max

is calculated as follows:

d

max

= double distance of the walls x 0.3 mm/m

Example: With a 5 metre distance between the walls, the maximum

deviation must not exceed.

d

max

= 2x 5 m x 0.3mm/m=3mm. Thus, the marks must not be more than

3 mm apart.

Checking the Leveling Accuracy of the Vertical Line

For this check, a door opening is required with at least 2.5 m of space (on

a firm surface) to each side of the door.

d

2 m

A

B

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– Position the laser tool on a firm, level surface (not on a tripod) 2.5 m

away from the door opening. Allow the laser tool to level in while in

cross-line operation mode, and direct the laser beams at the door

opening.

– Mark the centre of the vertical laser line at the floor of the door opening

(point I), at a distance of 5 m beyond the other side of the door opening

(point II) and at the upper edge of the door opening (point III).

2,5 m

2 m

d

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– Position the laser tool on the other side of the door opening directly

behind point II. Allow the laser tool to level in and align the vertical laser

line in such a manner that its centre runs exactly through points I and II.

– The difference d between point III and the centre of the laser line at the

upper edge of the door opening results in the actual deviation of the laser

tool from the vertical plane.

– Measure the height of the door opening.

The maximum permitted deviation dmax is calculated as follows:

d

max

= double height of the door opening x 0.3mm/m

Example: With a door opening height of 2 metres, the maximum permitted

deviation is

d

max

= 2 x 2m x 0.3 mm/m = 1.2 mm. Thus, the marks must not be more

than 1.2 mm apart.

Checking plumb accuracy

For this check, a free measuring distance of approx. 5m between floor and

ceiling on a firm surface is required.

– Mount the laser tool onto the rotating platform and place it on the floor.

– Switch the laser tool on and allow it to level.

– Mark the centre of the upper crossing point on the ceiling (point I). Also

mark the centre of the bottom laser point on the floor (point II).

5 m

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– Rotate the laser tool 180°. Position it so that the centre of the lower laser

point is on the point II which has already been marked. Allow the laser

tool to level.

Mark the centre of the upper laser point (point III).

– The difference d of both marked points I and III on the ceiling results in

the actual deviation of the laser tool to the plumb line.

In the measuring distance of 5m the maximum permissible deviation is: 5

m x ±0.5mm/mx2= ±5mm.

The difference d between the points I and III can therefore be at most 5

mm.

180°

d

Working Advise

Always use the centre of the laser line for marking. The width of the

laser line changes with the distance.

Working with the Laser Target (Accessory) (see figures G–H)

With the laser target 21, it is possible to project the laser mark onto the

floor or the laser height onto a wall.

With the zero field and the scale, the offset or drop to the required height

can be measured and projected at another location. This eliminates the

necessity of precisely adjusting the laser tool to the height to be projected.

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The laser target 21 has a reflective coating that enhances the visibility of

the laser beam at greater distances or in intense sunlight. The brightness

intensification can be seen only when viewing, parallel to the laser beam,

onto the laser target.

Working with the Tripod (Accessory)

A tripod offers a stable, height-adjustable measuring support. Put the laser

tool onto the thread of the tripod 22 or of a commercially available

construction tripod using the 1/4" tripod mount 6. Tighten the laser tool

using the tripod’s locking screw.

Working with the Laser Receiver (Accessory) (see figure E)

Under unfavourable light conditions (bright environment) and for larger

distances, use the laser receiver for improved detection of the laser lines

26. When working with the laser receiver, switch the pulse function on (see

“Pulse Function”, page 12-14).

Laser Viewing Glasses (Accessory)

The laser viewing glasses filter out the ambient light. This makes the red

light of the laser appear brighter for the eyes.

Do not use the laser viewing glasses as safety goggles. The laser

viewing glasses are used for improved visualisation of the laser beam, but

they do not protect against laser radiation.

Do not use the laser viewing glasses as sun glasses or in traffic. The

laser viewing glasses do not afford complete UV protection and reduce

colour perception.

Work Examples

Work Examples (see figures A –F)

Applicational examples for the laser tool can be found on the graphics

pages.

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Store and transport the laser tool only in the supplied protective

case.

Keep the laser tool clean at all times.

Do not immerse the measuring tool into water or other fluids.

Wipe off debris using a moist and soft cloth. Do not use any cleaning

agents or solvents.

Store and transport the tool only in the belt pouch 29.

Keep the tool clean at all times.

Do not immerse the tool into water or other fluids.

Wipe off debris using a moist and soft cloth. Do not use any

cleaning agents or solvents.

Regularly clean the surfaces at the exit opening of the laser in

particular, and pay attention to any fluff of fibers.

If the tool should fail despite the care taken in manufacturing and

testing procedures, repair should be carried out by an authorized

after-sales service center for Bosch power tools.

In all correspondence and spare parts orders, please always

include the 10-digit article number given on the type plate of

the tool.

For repairs, only send in the tool in the belt pouch 29.

Environment protection

Recycle raw materials & batteries instead of disposing of waste. The unit,

accessories, packaging & used batteries should be sorted for

environmentally friendly recycling in accordance with the latest regulations.

Maintenance and Service

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