geo FENNEL FR80-MM Millimeter Receiver Rode User Manual

geo FENNEL FR80-MM Millimeter Receiver Rode

Product Information

Specifications

• Indication Accuracy: mm-indication
• Working Range (Radius)/Accuracy: Length receiving area mm-indicator
• Offset Range (0SET)/From Base Line: Measuring units
• Power Supply: Battery
• Operating Time with Activated LCD Illumination: Varies
• Temperature Range: Varies
• Magnets: 2 included
• Dust-/Water Protection: Yes
• Dimensions: Varies
• Weight: Varies

Product Usage Instructions

Power Supply
To install the batteries, follow these steps:

1. Open the battery compartment.
2. Insert the batteries as indicated.
3. Close the battery compartment securely.

Automatic Shut-Off
If the unit does not receive a laser beam for 6 minutes and no button is pressed, it will power off automatically. Check the battery status indication regularly.

Operation
To power on/off the receiver:

1. Press the power button to toggle the receiver on or off.
2. Upon powering on, all displays will briefly light up.
3. The unit will automatically enter reception mode.

To select the receiving accuracy:

1. Press the accuracy selection button to choose the desired mode.
2. The selected mode will be saved automatically after 3 seconds.

To set the volume:

1. Press the volume adjustment button to set the desired volume level.
2. A beep will sound to confirm the volume change.

FAQ

• Q: How do I know when to replace the batteries?
  A: Regularly check the battery status indication on the display. If the indicator shows low battery levels, replace the batteries promptly to ensure uninterrupted operation.

• Q: Can I use this product in wet conditions?
  A: Yes, this product is designed with dust/water protection, allowing you to use it in various conditions including wet environments. However, avoid submerging the device in water.

Dear customer,
Thank you for your confidence in us having purchased a geo-FENNEL instrument. This manual will help you to operate the instrument appropriately. Please read the manual carefully – particularly the safety instructions. Proper use only guarantees a long-term and reliable operation.

geo-FENNEL
Precision by tradition.

SUPPLIED WITH

• Receiver for rotating lasers FR 80-MM
• 2 x AA Alkaline batteries
• All-metal clamp for leveling staff
• User manual

PROPERTIES

• For rotating lasers with red or green laser beam
• Length of receiving window: 120 mm
• Digital indication of the difference in mm between the laser plane and the „0“-level
• Large easy-to-read illuminated display indication
• Segments of the arrow in the display increase/decrease proportionally
• „0“-position can be defined (Offset)
• Large LCDs at the front and back side
• The backlight can be switched on/off – for optimal reading in all conditions
• Sturdy housing – shockproof and IP 67 dust/water protection
• Long-range visible LED indication at front/side/back
• Very robust all-metal clamp for leveling staff with bracket for squared and round poles

Technical data

FEATURES

1. Vial (2)
2. Receiving window
3. Display
4. Measuring units
5. Illumination on/off
6. Sound on/off
7. Accuracy selection
8. O-SET
9. Power ON/OFF
10. LED indication/reference mark
11. Magnets (2)
12. Back LED
13. Battery compartment
14. Back display
15. „0“-position
16. Thread for fixing the clamp
17. Loudspeaker

SYMBOLS

1. mm-indication
2. Receiving position/reference point
3. O-SET
4. Battery status indication
5. Unit indication
6. Accuracy indication
7. Sound on/off

Power Supply

INSTALLATION OF THE BATTERIES

• Open the battery compartment cover (13).
• Insert 2 x AA Alkaline batteries according to the installation symbol (ensure correct polarity!). Close the cover.
• In order to save battery power the receiver will automatically turn off if it has not received a laser scanning signal for 5 minutes.
• When the battery symbol of the display starts flashing the batteries must be replaced.

AUTOMATIC SHUT-OFF
If the unit does not receive a laser beam for 6 min. and no button is pressed, it powers off automatically.

OPERATION

• Power on/off the receiver
• Press the button to power on/off the receiver.
• First, all displays light up once briefly (fig. 1).
• Then the unit automatically enters the reception mode (fig. 2).
• Select the receiving accuracy
• Press the button to select the accuracy mode requested.
• The mode selected will be saved automatically after 3 sec. (fig. on the right)
• Set the volume
• Press the button to set the volume requested. (a beep sounds to confirm) (fig. on the right)
• Switch on/off the lighting
• Press the button to switch on/off the lighting.
• Difference indication/unit setting
• Press the key to successively set the units mm / in / in-fraction.
• The difference from the 0-position to the laser line is displayed in the selected unit of measurement. RELATIVE 0-POSITION (REFERENCE POINT)
• Within the range of ± 20 mm of the standard reference point (0-position), a relative 0-position can be set.
• Press the „0SET“ button when the laser beam hits the receiving window (the „0SET“ symbol will flash on the display). This current position of the laser beam is now set as the relative 0 position on the receiver. Press the „0SET“ button to return to the default mode.

DETECT THE LASER LINE

SAFETY NOTES

CARE AND CLEANING
Handle measuring instruments with care. Clean with a soft cloth only after any use. If necessary damp the cloth with some water. If the instrument is wet clean and dry it carefully. Pack it up only if it is perfectly dry. Transport in original container/case only.

Electromagnetic acceptability (EMC)
It cannot be completely excluded that this instrument will disturb other instruments (e.g. navigation systems); and will be disturbed by other instruments (e.g. intensive electromagnetic radiation near industrial facilities or radio transmitters).

CE-Conformity
The instrument has the CE mark according to EN 61010-1:2001 + corrig. 1+2.

WARRANTY

This product is warranted by the manufacturer to the original purchaser to be free from defects in material and workmanship under normal use for two (2) years from the date of purchase. During the warranty period, and upon proof of purchase, the product will be repaired or replaced (with the same or similar model at the manufacturer’s option), without charge for either parts or labor. In case of a defect please contact the dealer where you originally purchased this product. The warranty will not apply to this product if it has been misused, abused, or altered. Without limiting the foregoing, leakage of the battery, and bending or dropping the unit are presumed to be defects resulting from misuse or abuse.

EXCEPTIONS FROM RESPONSIBILITY

1. The user of this product is expected to follow the instructions given in the user manual. Although all instruments left our warehouse in perfect condition and adjustment the user is expected to carry out periodic checks of the product’s accuracy and general performance.
2. The manufacturer, or its representatives, assumes no responsibility for the results of a faulty or intentional usage or misuse including any direct, indirect, consequential damage, and loss of profits.
3. The manufacturer, or its representatives, assumes no responsibility for consequential damage, and loss of profits by any disaster (earthquake, storm, flood, etc.), fire, accident, or an act of a third party and/or a usage in other than usual conditions.
4. The manufacturer, or its representatives, assumes no responsibility for any damage, and loss of profits due to a change of data, loss of data interruption of business, etc., caused by using the product or an unusable product.
5. The manufacturer, or its representatives, assumes no responsibility for any damage, and loss of profits caused by usage other than explained in the user manual.
6. The manufacturer, or its representatives, assumes no responsibility for damage caused by wrong movement or action due to connecting with other products.

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

• Follow up on the instructions given in the user manual.
• Use the instrument for measuring jobs only.
• Do not open the instrument housing. Repairs should be carried out by authorized workshops only. Please contact your local dealer.
• Do not remove warning labels or safety instructions.
• Keep the instrument away from children.
• Do not use the instrument in an explosive environment.

Contact Information

• geo-FENNEL GmbH Kupferstraße 6 D-34225 Baunatal
• Tel. +49 561 / 49 21 45
• Fax +49 561 / 49 72 34
• [email protected]
• www.geo-fennel.de.

References

• Heim und Garten - Alles rund um Haus, Garten und Haushalt
• geo-FENNEL

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