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The ir.:..mnation/data contained herein is proprietary information of Laser Alignment. Inc. and
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any mC.nner disclosed to any third party, without Laser Alignment, Inc.'s prior written
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
SECTION I
SECTION H
SECTION III
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Explanation of Controls . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . .. ; . 6
SECTION IV
SECTION V
SECTION VI
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SECTION, VIII
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SECTION X
·The Laser Beacon LB-4 is designed to serve your needs in a wide variety of applications. It is
the proven tool for increased production with substantial reduction of labor, time, and mate
rial costs. The LB-4 can be used to accurately control land leveling. sloped or level grading,
trenching. open cut mining, dredging, contouring of levees, construction, and excavation.
This manual contains operating and set-up procedures for common applications. Its purpose
is to describe the features of the LB-4 and how the LB-4 operates. This manual is not
intended to describe specific applications. Contact Laser Alignment, Inc. or your distributor
for information specific to your jobsite requirements.
There are four basic LB-4 models, 7000, 7100, 7200, and the 7250. The LB-4 models 7000,
7100, and 7200 are Class IT Laser products. The LB-4 model 7250 is a Class ill A laser
product. All LB-4 models use a laser diode. See the model descriptions on this page and the
following page.
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Section I - Introduction
Models 7100, 7200, and 7250 are true dual grade lasers - you can enter one or two grades
simultaneously without calculating new azimuth angles or grades. The two axes are at right
angles to each other. These models are capable of producing up to +11.00% grade in both
axes. For steep grades such as embankments, the "B" axis of the Model 7200 and 7250 can
be adjusted up to +50.00% (1 :2) slope. Other features include:
• Variable Speed Rotation. The laser Visible Laser Beam. For added flexi
diode head assembly can rotate at bility, the laser light can be seen by the
0,5, 10, 12, or 20 revolutions per human 'eye as well as detected by
second (rps) when powered by its machine-mounted and hand-held laser
battery pack or at 0, 5, 10, 12, 20, or receivers.
40 rps when powered by a 12 V DC
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Section II - Safety Information
SAFETY INFORMATION
This laser product complies with all applicable U.S. Federal laser performance stan
dards and European lEG guidelines in existence at the time of manufacture. See
Section X for complete details about safety.
Laser Alignment, Inc. has taken great care to produce a quality product Take the following
precautions to ensure long life and proper operation. Avoidance of these precautions will
void the warranty.
'., • Do not, under any circumstances, start or run the engine of a vehicle while its battery is
connected to the LB-4.
• Use the proper cable for your the LB-4. Altering a proper cable or using an improper
cable can cause internal damage to the LB-4.
Note: The user of the LB-4 is expected to follow all operating instructions, periodically
checking the instrument and the work as it progresses. The manufacturer and its distributors
and agents, assume no responsibility for improper control of work.
Read this manual to become familiar with the workings, operations, and maintenance
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Explanation of Controls
1. Emission Indicator. This indicator is a 3. Power Switch. When power is first
green LED that is lit whenever the LB-4 is applied to the LB-4, the LCD illuminates
emitting a laser beam. This indicates to and three informational screens appear one
users to avoid looking into the laser beam at a time. The first two screens can be
whenever the Emission Indicator is lit. programmed by your distributor to show up
to sixteen characters on each of two lines.
These "user" screens allow the LB-4 to be
2. Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) personalized with the customer's name for
easy identification. This 10 can be saved
and protected with a password. The third
A =+0.000% 20RPS
B =+0.500% LEVEL
screen shows the operating information of
the LB-4.
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The "A" axis has no The rotational speed of 6. H.I. Alert Switch. Also called "Height of
grade entered. This the head has been set Instrument" alert or "Elevation" alert. When
axisisle~ at20rp / the elevation alert is activated, the self
leveling accuracy remains the same, but
the self-leveling range of the LB-4 is
A= +0.000% 20RPS
reduced, and the symbol **EA** appears as
B =+0.500% LEVEL
shown: (Press the RPS Switch to make the
head speed momentarily reappear.)
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The "B" axis has The LB-4 has reached A=+O.OOO% **EA**
at12rpsi
Screen 1
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The LB-4 is not level This is the voltage level
CHECK ELEVATION
OF UNIT
PUSH AUTOIMAN
TO STOP ALERT
speed can be set to 40 rps when the LB-4 After the LB-4 re-Ievels, check and reset it to
is connected to an external 12 VDC battery. the correct elevation and re-activate the
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For use with Models 7200 and 7250 only
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Example-1:3 slope (33.33% grade). The grade of 33.33% is within the 24 to 38% range
of the slope block. Attach the slope block to the tripod at this outer hole.
,.' With the slope block attached to the tripod, Because of the broad self-leveling range of .\
rough align the tripod and mounting holes in the Model 7200 and 7250, only rough align
the direction of the major slope. ment of the slope block is necessary.
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Once the slope block is attached, the LB-4 and the "B" axis aligned to the slope using
can be attached using the knob assembly the sighting scope.
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To ensure the optimal performance and life 1. Charger Input: Connector for AC/DC
of the Ni-Cad battery pack, please follow converter, 12 V DC Input.
these guidelines:
2. Charger Indicator: The green light indi
• Normal Usage. The LB-4 and battery
pack operation temperature range is cates the charger is charging.
o to 110°F (-18 to 43°C). Exposure of
3. Battery Protect/Temperature Indicator:
the battery pack to more extreme
The Ni-Cad battery pack contains a temper
temperatures causes battery degra
ature sensing device that serves two
dation and failure.
purposes. First, under normal conditions, it
• Storage. Long-term storage tempera indicates when the battery pack has
ture for the battery pack is 0 to 95°F reached full charge. Second, it indicates
(-18 to 35°C). If you need to store a when, due to the additional effects of
battery for longer than 3 months, fully external temperatures, continued charging
discharge it first. of the batteries may result in battery degra
dation. The battery protect function also
• Charging. Always charge batteries in
protects the LB-4 if alkaline batteries have
an area of moderate temperatures.
been installed and an external "charging"
• Charging Options. Because the voltage is connected to the LB-4.
battery pack contains its own charging
system, the LB-4 can operate and 4. AC/DC Converters: @---(! (3
charge simultaneously. Charge the PIN 40304-01
LB-4 with either a 12 Volt DC battery Input: 120 VAC (±10%), 50-60 Hertz
using the heavy duty battery cable or Output: 12 VDC, 1.2 Amp Minimum
the "110 or 220 Volt AC to 12 Volt DC
Converter" supplied with your LB-4. PIN 40307-01
Input: 220 VAC (±14%), 50-60 Hertz
Output: 12 VDC, 1.2 Amp Minimum
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Section IV - Set-up and Operation
Definitions
Upright Position - The position in which Slope - The change in elevation per foot
the LB-4 creates a horizontal plane of laser (meter).
light.
Percent of Grade - The change in eleva
tion per 100 feet (meters).
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Section IV - Set-up and Operation
Location - Use the following guidelines Tripods - Attach the LB-4 to the tripod,
when selecting a location for the LB-4. laser trailer, or mount on a stable surface.
Batteries - The LB-4 operates from its own Recommended Head Speeds
detachable Ni-Cad battery pack or an
external 12 Volt battery. If using an external • For pipelaying or straight beam
battery, attach the power cord to the battery applications - 0 rps.
as follows: • For surveying 5, 1 0, 0 r 1 2 rps.
Note: The LB-4 is reverse voltage • For special applications where high
protected. speed updates of a Laser Sensor are
necessary, connect the LB-4 to an
Elevation Alert - When the elevation alert is external 12 Volt battery and set the
activated, the self-leveling range of the LB-4 head speed at 40 rps.
is reduced. Any movement beyond this
reduced range causes the LB-4 to go into an
"alert condition."
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Both axes should have 0.000% grade Place at a convenient height so the
entered into the LCD. laser beam is clear of all obstructions
and is set to the necessary benchmark.
2. Align the axes.
4. Allow the LB-4 to self-level.
Because no grade is entered into
either axis, it is not necessary to align Set the LB-4 in automatic mode and
the axes. The LB-4 provides a flat allow it to self-level. When the head
plane of laser light in all directions begins rotating, the LB-4 is level and
(360°). work can begin.
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A = +0.000% 12 RPS
A= +0.400% 12 RPS
B = +0.000% LEVEL
B = +0.400% LEVEL
B = +0.200% LEVEL
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The positive Percent of Grade entered
into the LB-4 is always in the direction of
the indicator arrows.
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Section. IV - Set-up and Operation
1. Place the LB-4 in the laydown posi- 2. Adjust the LB-4 to align the axes.
tion. Depending on surface, do one of
the following to prepare the LB-4: • If you are using the bracket, you
can place the front pointed foot on
• Flat Surface. Attach the feet that the control point.
. come standard with the Model
7250: the two hex head feet attach
• If you are using the bracket and
you want to be able to see where
near the bottom; the single pointed
the rotating beam is hitting the
foot attaches near the top.
ground, loosen the screw for the
• Inside Pipe. Attach the LB-4 to the pointed foot and rotate the foot
optional bracket using the three back under the bracket.
screws supplied with the bracket.
• If you are using tripod, you can
• Tripod. Attach the LB-4 to the attach a plumb bob to the I-hook
optional bracket using the three underneath the bracket. #.
screws supplied with the bracket.
Next, attach the bracket to the 3. Adjust the Rotating Beam and
tripod at the %/8 in. threaded hole. Plumb Beam.
I-Hook
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1. Set up the LB-4 directly over a grade 4. Take a second reading at Point X.
stake and rough align the A-axis to
• If the second reading is equal to
aligned correctly.
3. Enter "5.000%" into the B-axis. wise (to the left) until the two read
When grade is entered into the B-axis, ings are the same.
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1. Set up the LB-4 without the Slope 6. Use the Rod Eye Receiver and
Block and enter 0.000% for both Survey Rod to take readings at both
axes. This creates a flat plane of light grade stakes.
from which reference stakes can be
• If the reading at the far stake is
established.
equal to the reading at the near
stake, the A-axis is aligned
2. Rough align the A-axis to the minor
correctly.
slope.
• If the reading at the far stake is
3. Establish two reference points in greater than the reading at the
line with the A-axis by setting up near stake, rotate the LB-4 on the
two stakes -one close to the LB-4 tripod counterclockwise (to the
and one 200 ft. (60 m) from the left) until the two readings are the
LB-4. Use the Rod Eye Receiver and same.
Survey Rod to set both stakes at an
• If the reading at the far stake is
equal distance below the plane of
less than the reading at the near
laser light.
stake, rotate the LB-4 on the tripod
clockwise (to the right) until the
4. Set up the LB-4 with the Slope
two readings are the same.
Block and enter the necessary
grade into the B-axis only.
The LB-4 is now precisely aligned, and you
can enter the necessary percent of grade
5. Rough align the A-axis to the two
for the appropriate axes.
stakes;
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Section V - Calibration Procedure
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CALIBRATION PROCEDURE 1
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The LB-4 provides an accurate and reliable plane of light to serve as aconstant reference. If
necessary, the LB-4 can be calibrated in the field without breaking the hermetic seal. The
following the steps are necessary to check and calibrate an LB-4.
Objectives: • To adjust the laser beam to a level (calibrated) position for both axes.
Requirements: • Flat-top "European Style" tripod with %" -11 thread mount or a flat
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• 200 feet (60 meters) of unobstructed distance ..
• Two people, one using a Rod Eye Laser Receiver with a Survey Rod.
1. Prepare the LB-4 for calibration. 2. Adjust the laser beam to a level
(calibrated) position for the A-axis.
a. Mount the LB-4 on the tripod or
place on a flat, level surface. a. Use the sighting scopes to align
the "fo:' axis in the direction of the
b. Press the Power Switch and allow
Survey Rod and allow the LB-4 to
the LB-4 to start-up.
level.
c. Set the Auto/Manl:lal Switch to the
b. Take a precise reading of the
automatic position.
elevation at the Survey Rod and.
d. Set both axes to 0.000%. record it as "A 1".
e. Set the bandwidth for the Rod Eye c. Rotate the LB-4 on the tripod 180°,
to narrow band. align it in the direction of the .
Survey Rod, and allow it to level.
f. Have a person stand with the Rod
(Take care that the actual elevation
Eye and the Survey Rod. at a
of the LB-4 does not change.)
defined point 200 ft. (60 m) from
the LB-4. (The rod must remain at d. Take a precise reading of the
this point for all readings.) elevation at the Survey Rod and
record it as "A2".
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200 ft. (60m)
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f. Enter grade into the "A" axis until 3. Repeat Step 2 for the B-axis to
the LB-4 levels at the Rod Eye's adjust the laser beam to a level
elevation. (calibrated) position for the B-axis.
Note: An error of Va in. at 200 ft.
(3 mm at 60 m) requires an adjust (Continued on the next page.)
ment of approximately 0.005% on
the LB·4's counter).
g. Double check your work by
rotating the LB-4 1800 and taking
another reading. (Do not change
the value for the "A" axis.)
B-Down
Axis
200 ft. (60m)
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4. Reset the the counters to 0.000%. On LB-4's with serial numbers 710V-8458
and above:
Note: Follow this step carefully.
d. To zero the A-Axis counter, push
a. If the LB-4 is on, turn it off to begin and hold the auto/manual switch,
the procedure. then press the A-down switch.
b. Press and hold the Auto/Manual e. To zero the B-Axis counter, press
Switch and turn on the LB-4. The and hold the auto/manual switch,
following screen appears on the then press the B-down switch.
LCD:
On LB-4's below serial number 710V-8458:
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CALIBRATION ALERT
The Laser Beacon LB-4 has an alert system that appears as a warning in the LCD. If the
LB-4 loses the percent of grade information last shown on its LCD, the following three
screens appear:
CALIBRATION
**ALERT**
TO STOP ALERT
OR PRESS I/O
If the calibration alert does not reappear, perform the calibration procedure in this
section and continue working.
If the calibration alert reappears, press the Auto/Manual Switch. The following
screen appears for a few seconds, and then the LB-4's counters reset to 0.000%
and the LB-4 returns to normal operation:
RECALIBRATE UNIT
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ADJUSTMENT
The Laser Beacon LB-4 has incorporated 3. Press the Auto/Manual Switch to
into its electronics a programmable distur enter the wind adjustment mode.
bance delay, This feature allows the LB-4 The following screen appears:
to operate in adverse environmental and
windy conditions, while still ensuring
i ) maximum accuracy, WIND SENSITIVITY
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Section - Maintenance
MAINTENANCE
The Laser Beacon LB-4 is a rugged tool that requires a minimum of maintenance to give
years of useful service. As with any piece of valuable equipment, the following simple proce
dures must be followed to ensure a longer life and prolonged accuracy.
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5. Caution battery pack contains its own
charging system, the LB-4 can
The LB-4 is nitrogen purged and operate and charge simultane
hermetically sealed. Do not attempt ously. Charge the LB-4 with either
any internal service yourself or break a 12 Volt DC battery using the
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the seal of the LB-4. Opening the LB-4 heavy duty battery cable or the
will void the warranty. An unsealed "110 or 220 Volt AC to 12 Volt DC
LB-4 could allow impure air or mois Converter" supplied with your
ture to enter the LB-4 causing contam LB-4.
ination. Contact a Factory Authorized
Service Center.
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TROUBLESHOOTING
1ents, or
1. No Laser Beam 6. The Red "Battery Protect" Lig~d
a. Check LB-4 with a Rod Eye to on 'ion
verify that there is no beam. a. The batteries are fully charged.
b. Check if the LB-4 is in elevation b. Move the LB-4 to a cooler locatil
alert. to charge.
c. Check if the LB-4's head is
7. The Green Light Is on, but the
rotating. The laser diode is "on"
Batteries Won't Hold a Charge
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a. Check the batteries for dirt or
corrosion and clean if necessary.
b. The batterY pack may have a bad
a. Check if the LB-4 has reached a
internal charger or battery(s).
self-leveling limit. (See Page 8.)
c. Contact your distributor for service
b. Check if the LB-4 is in elevation
information.
alert.
c. Check if the LB-4 is in a low 8. Neither the Green Light nor the Red
battery condition. Light Is on
d. Check if the LB-4 is in automatic a. Check converter and converter
mode. plug. Replace if necessary.
e. Connect the LB-4 to an alternate b. Check if the lights work using a
battery source and check again. 12 VDC cable. If good, the
3. Cannot Change Grade converter is bad.
c. Contact your distributor for service
a. Check the other grade buttons for
information.
proper operation.
b. Check if the LB-4 operates when 9. The LB-4 Does Not Run at 40 rps
in manual mode. The LB-4 runs at 40 rps only when
c. Check if the LB-4 is at a grade connected to an external battery.
limit. Check by powering LB-4 from a 12
4_ Elevation Alert Disabled
VDC battery.
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Specifications
Classification
Self-Leveling Range
Class n Laser Product
Up to 12°
• Model 7000,7100,7200
Grade
Class III A Laser Product • Mode17000
• Model7250 A-Axis - -0.50% to +0.50%
B-Axis - -4.00% to +11.00%
.Head Rotation
.Model 7100
0,5,10, 12,20,40 rps
A-Axis - -4.00% to +11.00%
" B-Axis -4.00% to +11.00%
Accuracy •
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Laser Alignment's liability under this warranty is limited to repairing or replacing any product returned to
a factory Authorized Service Center for that purpose. The foregoing states the entire liability of Laser
I Alignment, Inc. in connection with the Laser Beacon Model 7000 Series, and they shall not be held
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,I'IJ The user of the Laser Beacon LB-4 is expected to follow all operating instructions, periodically checking
the instrument and the work as it progresses. Maintaining the calibration of the LB-4 is the responsibility
I of the user; Calibration and maintenance is not covered by the above warranty.
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Section X - Safety Instructions and Labels
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Laser Light Is Emitted from This Aperture
CAUTION
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LASER ALIGNMENT, INC. For Models 7000, 7100, For Models 7000, 7100,
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Model 72S0-xxxx & 7200 & 7200
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