BOSCH Zamo III Laser Rangefinder Instructions

: June 4, 2024
: Bosch

Table of Contents

BOSCH Zamo III Laser Rangefinder
Safety instructions
Product description and specifications
- Intended Use
Technical data
Digital laser measure
Operation
Practical advice
Fitting the Adapter
Digital laser measure with laser line adapter
- Operation
Digital laser measure with tape adapter
Digital laser measure with wheel adapter
Maintenance and Servicing
Disposal
References
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BOSCH Zamo III Laser Rangefinder

BOSCH Zamo III Laser Rangefinder-fig1

Safety instructions

All instructions must be read and observed in order for the measuring tool to function safely. The safeguards integrated into the measuring tool may be compromised if the measuring tool is not used in accordance with these instructions. Never make warning signs on the measuring tool unrecognisable. SAVE THESE INSTRUC-TIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE AND INCLUDE THEM WITH THE MEASURING TOOL WHEN TRANSFERRING IT TO A THIRD PARTY.

Do not use the measuring tool in explosive atmospheres which contain flammable liquids, gases or dust. Sparks may be produced inside the measuring tool, which can ig-nite dust or fumes.
The measuring tool is delivered with a warning sign (marked in the illustration of the measuring tool on the graphics page).
If the text on the warning label is not in your native lan-guage, cover it with the label supplied, which is in your language, before initial commissioning.
Do not direct the laser beam at persons or animals and do not look directly into the laser beam or at its reflection. Doing so could lead to blindless, or could cause acci-dents or damage to the eyes.
If laser radiation hits your eye, you must close your eyes and immediately turn your head away from the beam.
Do not make any modifications to the laser equipment.
Never leave the measuring tool unattended when switched on, and ensure the measuring tool is switched off after use. Others may be dazzled by the laser beam.
Have the measuring tool serviced only by a qualified specialist using only original replacement parts. This will ensure that the safety of the measuring tool is maintained.
Do not let children use the laser measuring tool unsu-pervised. They could accidentally dazzle someone.
Do not use the laser goggles as protective goggles. The laser goggles make the laser beam easier to see; they do not protect you against laser radiation.
Do not use the laser goggles as sunglasses or while driv-ing. The laser goggles do not provide full UV protection and impair your ability to see colours.
Warning! If operating or adjustment devices other than those specified here are used or other procedures are carried out, this can lead to dangerous exposure to radi-ation.

Product description and specifications

Intended Use

Digital laser measure
The measuring tool is intended for measuring distances, lengths, heights and clearances, and for calculating areas. The measuring tool is suitable for measuring indoors.
Laser line adapter
The laser line adapter is intended to be used in combination with the Zamo digital laser measure for vertical or horizontal alignment (e.g. of wall pictures) in interior areas.
Tape adapter
The tape adapter is intended for use in combination with the Zamo digital laser measure for measuring circumferences (e.g. of vases, pipes, etc.) and lengths of freestanding objects (e.g. televisions, shelves, etc.) in interior areas.
Wheel adapter
The wheel adapter is intended for use in combination with the Zamo digital laser measure for measuring distances between two points (e.g. lengths of material) in interior areas.
Product features
The numbering of the product features shown refers to the il-lustration of the measuring tool on the graphic page.

Measuring button
Display
Battery compartment cover
Locking mechanism of the battery compartment cover
Serial number
Laser warning label
Reception lens
Laser beam output
Cover cap
Release buttons for adapter

Display elements

  * (a) Battery warning
  * (b) Temperature warning
  * (c) Fitted adapter
  * (d) Laser switched on
  * (e) Previous measured value
  * (f) Unit of measurement
  * (g) Current measured value
  * (h) Area measurement

Level for vertical alignment
Level for horizontal alignment
Tape adapter A)
Tape
Contact edge
Wheel adapter A)
Wheel
A) Accessories shown or described are not included with the product as standard.

Technical data

Digital laser measure Zamo

Article number	3 603 F72 7..
Measuring range (typical)	0.15–20.00 m
Measuring accuracy (typical)	±3.0 mm
Smallest display unit	1 mm
Measuring time
– typical	0.5 s
– maximum	4.15 s
Operating temperature	-10 °C to +40 °C
Storage temperature	-20 °C to +70 °C
Altitudes up to	2000 m
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Max. relative humidity	90%
Degree of pollution A)	2
Laser class	2
Laser type	635 nm, < 1 mW
Laser beam diameter (at 25 °C) ap- prox.
– 10 m distance	9 mm
– 20 m distance	18 mm
Batteries	2 x 1.5 V LR03 (AAA)
Battery life during measuring opera- tion approx.	5 h
Weight according to EPTA-Proced- ure 01:2014	0.08 kg
Dimensions	105 x 38 x 22 mm

A) non-conductive pollution only, whereby occasional temporary con-ductivity caused by condensation is expected

Note on measuring range: In unfavourable conditions, e.g. with extremely bright interior lighting or a poorly reflecting sur-face, the measuring range may be reduced.
Note on measuring accuracy: In unfavourable conditions, e.g. with extremely bright interior lighting, a poorly reflecting surface or a room temperature that deviates significantly from 25 °C, the deviation can be a maximum of +/-8 mm at a dis-tance of 20 m. In favourable conditions, a deviation of +/-0.05 mm/m needs to be taken into account.

Adapter

Max. relative humidity	90%
Degree of pollution A)	2

Laser line adapter Line Adapter

Article number	1 608 M00 C22
Laser line widthB) at 2 m distance	≤ 2.0 mm
Laser line lengthB) at 2 m distance	≥ 1 m
Measuring accuracy (typical at 25 °C)	±1 mm/m
Opening angle	≥ 28°
Angle for fine adjustment	± 10°
Weight according to EPTA-Proced- ure 01:2014	0.02 kg
Dimensions	38 x 40.5 x 22.3 mm

Tape adapter Tape Adapter

Article number	1 608 M00 C26
Measuring accuracy (typical at 25 °C)	±1.0 mm/m
Measuring range	0.005–1.5 m
Weight according to EPTA-Proced- ure 01:2014	0.03 kg
Dimensions	38 x 33.5 x 22.3 mm

Wheel adapter Wheel Adapter

Article number	1 608 M00 C24
Measuring accuracy (typical at 25 °C)	±5.0 mm/m
Measuring range (max.)	20 m

Adapter

Weight according to EPTA-Proced- ure 01:2014	0.02 kg
Dimensions	38 x 48 x 22.3 mm

A) non-conductive pollution only, whereby occasional temporary conductivity caused by condensation is expected
B) depending on surface characteristics and ambient conditions

Digital laser measure

Inserting/changing the batteries

It is recommended that you use alkaline manganese batteries to operate the measuring tool. Insert the batteries (see figure on page 4). When inserting The battery warning (a) is shown on the display when the bat-tery voltage is weakening. When the battery symbol first appears on the display, measurements can be made for approx. another 15 minutes. When the battery symbol flashes, you have to replace the bat-teries because measurements are no longer possible. Always replace all the batteries at the same time. Only use bat- teries from the same manufacturer and which have the same capacity.

Do not use lithium-ion batteries. This may result in dam-age to the measuring tool.

Operation

Switching the laser measure on/off

To switch on the measuring tool, briefly press the measur-ing button (1). When the measuring tool is switched on, the laser beam is switched on. The indicator flashes on the display.
To switch off the measuring tool, hold down the measuring button (1).

Measuring process
A continuous measurement is performed after the measuring tool has been switched on. The current measured value (g) is shown on the bottom line of the display
(see figure A ). During continuous measurement, the measuring tool can be moved relative to the target and the current measured value (g) will be updated approx. every 0.5 seconds on the bottom line of the display (see figure B ). The indicator flashes on the dis-play. The rear edge of the measuring tool is the reference level for the measurement (). (See figure C )

Measuring length

Press the measuring button (1) to stop the measuring pro-cess. The laser beam is switched off and the current meas-ured value (g) is displayed.
Press the measuring button (1) again to switch the laser back on and continue measuring. The current measured value (g) is shown on the bottom line of the display, while the previous measured value (e) is displayed above it.

Area measurement

Press the measuring button (1) twice in quick succession to multiply the last two measurements together (see figure D ). The indicator appears on the display and the area meas-urement is shown.
Press the measuring button (1) twice in quick succession again to display the last two measurements.
If no button on the measuring tool is pressed for approx. 5 mins, the measuring tool will automatically switch itself off to preserve battery life.
Do not direct the laser beam at persons or animals and do not stare into the laser beam yourself (even from a distance).

Practical advice

General advice
The reception lens (7) and the laser beam output (8) must not be covered during the measuring process.
The measurements are taken at the centre of the laser beam, even when the laser is pointed at surfaces diagonally. Errors – causes and corrective measures

Fitting the Adapter

(see figures E, H, J)

Remove the cover cap (9) from the measuring tool.
Attach the adapter to the laser measure so that it clicks into place.
To remove the adapter, press the release buttons (10) and take off the adapter.
Reattach the cover cap to the measuring tool.

Digital laser measure with laser line adapter

Operation

Activating the laser line

Switch on the measuring tool (see “Switching the laser measure on/off”, page 33).
To show the laser line, briefly press the measuring button (1). The indicator flashes on the display.
Do not direct the laser beam at persons or animals and do not stare into the laser beam yourself (even from a distance).
Note: If the measuring tool is switched on when fitting the ad-apter, the laser will automatically switch off. Pressing the measuring button (1) will reactivate the laser line.
Align the laser line with the level for horizontal alignment (12) (see figure F) or the level for vertical alignment (11)(rotate the measuring tool by 90°) (see figure G).
The bubble must be in the centre of the level vial.
To precisely align the laser line, you can turn the adapter head by ±10° around the laser line.
Note: Make sure that the measuring tool is always positioned horizontally in order to obtain an exact measurement. You can adjust the height of the laser line by placing suitable objects underneath (e.g. a ladder, books, etc.).

Digital laser measure with tape adapter

Operation

Switch on the measuring tool (see “Switching the laser measure on/off”, page 33).
Only use the tape adapter on clean and dust-free sur-faces to avoid measurement inaccuracies.

Measuring length (see figures I1−I2)

BOSCH Zamo III Laser Rangefinder-fig2
After the measuring tool has been switched on, the tape exten-sion is measured continuously. The current measured value (g) is shown on the bottom line of the display. During continu-ous measurement, the length of the tape can be adjusted, and the current measured value (g) is updated on the bottom line of the display.
The measuring process is indicated by a rolling arrow on the display.

Pull the tape (13) out of the adapter by the contact edge (14) and place the tape against the object to be measured. The visible length of tape (between the two red markings) corresponds to the measurement length (in cm).
Press the measuring button (1) to save the measured value. The current measured value (g) is shown on the bottom line of the display.
Press the measuring button (1) again to start a new meas-urement. The current measured value (g) is shown on the bottom line of the display, while the previous measured value (e) is saved and shown on the top line of the display.
Note: When switching off the measuring tool, the current measured value (g) is reset to “0”, even if the tape is still pulled out. To avoid measuring errors, always retract the tape fully before taking a new measurement. Do not press the measuring button until you have done this.
If the tape is already extended when you are fitting the adapter to the measuring tool or switching on the measuring tool, the “roll in” indicator will appear on the display. Retract the tape fully and press the measuring button before taking a new measurement.
Always make sure that the measuring tape does not snap back into the adapter.
Release the tape slowly back into the adapter; otherwise it may become damaged.

Area measurement

Press the measuring button (1) twice in quick succession to multiply the last two measurements together. The indicator appears on the display and the area measurement is shown.

Digital laser measure with wheel adapter

Operation

Switch on the measuring tool (see “Switching the laser measure on/off”, page 33).

Measuring Length (see figures K1−K2).

Run the wheel (15) along the distance to be measured.
After the measuring tool has been switched on, the wheel measures continuously.
The current measured value (g) is shown on the bottom line of the display.
During continuous measurement, the wheel can be moved forwards or backwards.
The measured values will be posit-ive in both directions.
If the direction is changed during the measurement, the value will be deducted until the starting point (zero point) has been reached. Once the starting point has been crossed, the value will become positiveagain.
The current measured value (g) is updated on the bottom line of the display.
Note: In order to obtain an exact measurement, do not change the angle between the measuring tool and the surface (see fig-ure L). Make sure that you apply a steady amount of pressure throughout the measuring process. The result may vary on soft substrates and/or when applying excessive pressure. The re- commended pressure for an exact measurement result is 500 g

Area measurement

Press the measuring button (1) twice in quick succession to multiply the last two measurements together. The indicator appears on the display and the area measurement is shown.

Maintenance and Servicing

Maintenance and cleaning

Keep the measuring tool clean at all times.
Never immerse the measuring tool in water or other liquids.
Wipe off any dirt using a damp, soft cloth.
Do not use any de-tergents or solvents.
Take particular care of the reception lens (7), which must be handled with the same level of care you would give to a pair of glasses or a camera lens.Send in the measuring tool if it requires repair.

After-sales service and advice on using products

Our after-sales service can answer questions concerning product maintenance and repair, as well as spare parts. You can find exploded drawings and information on spare parts at: www.bosch-pt.com
The Bosch product use advice team will be happy to help you with any questions about our products and their accessories.
In all correspondence and spare parts orders, please always include the 10‑digit article number given on the type plate of the product.

Great Britain
Robert Bosch Ltd. (B.S.C.) P.O. Box 98 Broadwater Park North Orbital Road Denham Uxbridge UB 9 5HJ
At www.bosch-pt.co.uk you can order spare parts or arrange the collection of a product in need of servicing or repair. Tel. Service : (0344) 7360109
E-Mail : [email protected]

Ireland
Origo Ltd. Unit 23 Magna Drive Magna Business Park City West Dublin 24
Tel. Service: (01) 4666700
Fax: (01) 4666888

Australia, New Zealand and Pacific Islands
Robert Bosch Australia Pty. Ltd.
Power Tools
Locked Bag 66 Clayton South VIC 3169 Customer Contact Center Inside Australia:

Phone: (01300) 307044
Fax: (01300) 307045

Inside New Zealand:

Phone: (0800) 543353
Fax: (0800) 428570

Outside AU and NZ:

Phone: +61 3 95415555
www.bosch-pt.com.au
www.bosch-pt.co.nz

Republic of South Africa
Customer service
Hotline: (011) 6519600 Gauteng – BSC Service Centre 35 Roper Street, New Centre Johannesburg

Tel.: (011) 4939375
Fax: (011) 4930126
E-mail: [email protected]

KZN – BSC Service Centre
Unit E, Almar Centre 143 Crompton Street Pinetown

Tel.: (031) 7012120
Fax: (031) 7012446
E-mail: [email protected]

Western Cape – BSC Service Centre
Democracy Way, Prosperity Park Milnerton Tel.: (021) 5512577

Fax: (021) 5513223
E-mail: [email protected]

Bosch Headquarters
Midrand, Gauteng

Tel.: (011) 6519600
Fax: ( 011) 6519880
E-mail: [email protected]

Disposal

Measuring tools, accessories and packaging should be re-cycled in an environmentally friendly manner.Do not dispose of measuring tools or batteries with household waste.

Only for EU countries
According to the Directive 2012/19/EU, measuring tools that are no longer usable, and according to the Directive 2006/66/EC, defective or used battery packs/batteries, must be collec-ted separately and disposed of in an environmentally correct manner.