BOSCH GOL Professional Auto Optical Level Instruction Manual

: October 27, 2023
: Bosch

Table of Contents

GOL Professional Auto Optical Level
Safety Notes
Product Description and Specifications
Technical Data
Operation
Setting Up/Aligning the Measuring
Maintenance and Service
References
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GOL Professional Auto Optical Level
Instruction Manual
GOL Professional
20 D | 20 G | 26 D | 26 G | 32 D | 32 G
Original instructions

GOL Professional Auto Optical Level

BOSCH GOL Professional Auto Optical Level - fig

Safety Notes

Read and observe all instructions.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.

Have the measuring tool repaired only through qualified specialists using original spare parts.

This ensures that the safety of the measuring tool is maintained.

Product Description and Specifications

Please unfold the fold-out page with the representation of the measuring tool and leave it unfolded while reading the operating instructions.
Intended Use
The measuring tool is intended for determining and checking precise horizontal partitions. It is also suitable for measuring heights, distances and angles.
Product Features
The numbering of the product features shown refers to the illustration of the measuring tool on the graphic page.

Objective lens
Optical peep sight
Bubble vial mirror
Eyepiece cover
Adjusting screw for sighting line
Eyepiece
Circular bubble vial
Compensator lock
Horizontal circle reference mark
Horizontal circle
Adjusting screw of circular bubble vial
Levelling screw
Tripod mount 5/8″ (on the rear side)
Horizontal drive screw
Serial number
Focusing knob
Hex key
Adjusting pin
Case
Plumb-bob

The accessories illustrated or described are not included as standard delivery.

Technical Data

Automatic level| GOL 20 D| GOL 20 G| GOL 26 D| GOL 26 G| GOL 32 D| GOL 32
---|---|---|---|---|---|---
Article number| 601 K68 400| 601 K68 401| 601 K68 000| 601 K68 001| 601 K68 500| 601 K68 501
Working range| 60 m| 60 m| 100 m| 100 m| 120 m| 120 m
Height accuracy for an individual measurement| 3 mm/30 m| 3 mm/30 m| 1,6 mm/30 m| 1,6 mm/30 m| 1 mm/30 m| 1 mm/30 m
Deviation for 1 km double run leveling| 2,5 mm| 2,5 mm| 1,5 mm| 1,5 mm| 1,0 mm| 1,0 mm
Accuracy of the bubble vial| 8’/2 mm| 81/2 mm| 81/2 mm| 81/2 mm| 8’/2 mm| 81/2 mm
Compensator
— Levelling range
— Magnet dampening| ± 15′
•| ± 151
•| ± 15′
•| ± 15′
•| ± 15′
•| ± 15′
•

The measuring tool can be clearly identified with the serial number 15 on the type plate.

Automatic level		GOL 20 G	GOL 26 D	GOL 26 G	GOL 32 D	GOL 32 G
Telescope
— Image	erect	erect	erect	erect	erect	erect
— Magnification	20x	20x	26x	26x	32x	32x
— Field of view	1°30′	1°30′	1°30′	1°30′	1°30′	1°30′
— Clear objective aperture	36 mm	36 mm	36 mm	36 mm	36 mm	36 mm
— Minimum measuring distance	0.3 m	0.3 m	0.3 m	0.3 m	0.3 m	0.3 m
— Stadia ratio	100	100	100	100	100	100
— Stadia addition	0	0	0	0	0	0
Horizontal circle graduation		1 gon	1°	1 gon	lc	1 gon
Tripod mount	5/8″	5/8″	5/8″	5/8″	5/8″	5/8″
Weight according to EPTA-Procedure 01:2014	1.5 kg	1.5 kg	1.5 kg	1.5 kg
1.5 kg	1.5 kg

Degree of protection………………….. IP 54 (dust and splash water protected)
The measuring tool can be clearly identified with the serial number 15 on the type plate.

Operation

Check the levelling and indication accuracy of the measuring tool each time before using and after longer transport of the measuring tool.
Protect the measuring tool against moisture and direct sun light.
Do not subject the measuring tool to extreme temperatures or variations in temperature. As an example, do not leave it in vehicles for a long time. In case of large variations in temperature, allow the measuring tool to adjust to the ambient temperature before putting it into operation. In case of extreme temperatures or variations in temperature, the accuracy of the measuring tool can be impaired.
Avoid any impact to or dropping of the measuring tool. After severe exterior effects to the measuring tool, it is recommended to carry out an accuracy check (see “Accuracy Check of the Measuring Tool”, page 10) each time before continuing to work.
Place the measuring tool in the provided case when transporting it over larger distances (e.g. in the car). Ensure that the measuring tool is correctly placed in the transport case. When placing the measuring tool in the case, the compensator is locked; otherwise, it could be damaged in case of intense movement.

Setting Up/Aligning the Measuring

Tool Mounting on the Tripod
Set up the tripod stable and safe against tipping over or slipping off. Place the measuring tool via the tripod mount 13 onto the male thread of the tripod and screw the measuring tool tight with the locking screw of the tripod.
Roughly level the tripod.
Over short distances, the measuring tool can be carried mounted on the tripod. To ensure that the measuring tool is not damaged during this, the tripod must be held vertically during transport, and should not be carried lengthwise over the shoulder.
Aligning the Measuring Tool
Align the measuring tool with the levelling screws 12 so that the air bubble is positioned in the centre of the circular bubble vial 7. BOSCH GOL
Professional Auto Optical Level - fig 1.

Turn the first two levelling screws A and B to move the air bubble so that it is centred between the two levelling screws. Then turn the third levelling screw C until the air bubble is positioned in the centre of the circular bubble vial.
Any remaining deviation of the measuring tool to the horizontal plane following the balancing of the circular bubble vial is compensated by means of the compensator.
While working, regularly check (e.g. by viewing through the bubble vial mirror 3) whether the air bubble is still in the centre of the circular bubble vial.
Centring the Measuring Tool over a Point on the Ground
If required, centre the measuring tool over a point on the ground. For this, hang the plumb-bob 20 onto the locking screw of the tripod. Align the measuring tool above the point on the ground either by moving the measuring tool on the tripod or by adjusting the tripod.
Focusing the Telescope Remove the lens cap from the objective lens 1.
Direct the telescope against a bright object or hold a white sheet of paper in front of the objective lens 1. Turn the eyepiece 6 until the crosshair appears sharp and deep black. Direct the telescope towards the levelling rod, if required with help of the optical peep sight 2. Turn the focusing knob 16 until the graduation field of the levelling rod appears sharp. Align the crosshair exactly with the centre of the levelling rod by turning the horizontal drive screw 14.
When the telescope is correctly focussed, the crosshair and the image of the levelling rod must remain aligned when moving your eye behind the eyepiece.
Measuring Functions
Always set up the levelling rod exactly vertical. Direct the aligned and focussed measuring tool against the levelling rod in such a manner that the crosshair faces centrally against the levelling rod.
Reading Off the Height
Read off the height of the levelling rod at the centre line of the crosshair. Height measured in the figure: 1.195 m.
Measuring a Distance
Centre the measuring tool above the point from which on the distance is to be measured. Read off the height of the levelling rod at the top and bottom stadia lines. Multiply the difference of both heights by 100 to receive the distance from the measuring tool to the levelling rod. Distance measured in the figure: (1.347 m – 1.042 m) x 100 = 30.5 m.
Measuring Angles
Centre the measuring tool above the point from which on the angle is to be measured. BOSCH GOL Professional Auto Optical Level - fig
5

Direct the measuring tool against point A. Rotate the horizontal circle 10 with the zero point toward the reference mark 9. Then direct the measuring tool against point B. Read off the angle at the reference mark 9.
GOL20D/GOL26D/GOL32D: Angle measured in the example: 45°.
GOL 20 G/GOL 26 G/GOL 32 G: Angle measured in the example: 45 gon.
Accuracy Check of the Measuring Tool
Check the levelling and indication accuracy of the measuring tool each time before using and after longer transport of the measuring tool.
Checking the Circular Bubble Vial
Align the measuring tool with the levelling screws 12 so that the air bubble is positioned in the centre of the circular bubble vial 7. Rotate the telescope by 180°. When the air bubble is no longer in the centre of the circular bubble vial 7, the circular bubble vial must be readjusted.
Readjusting the Circular Bubble Vial
Bring the air bubble of the circular bubble vial 7 in a position between the centre and the end position of the check by turning the levelling screws 12. BOSCH GOL Professional Auto Optical Level - fig 4

Using the Allen key 17, turn the adjusting screws 11 until the air bubble is positioned in the centre of the circular bubble vial. Check the circular bubble vial by rotating the telescope by 180°. If required, repeat the procedure or refer to an authorised Bosch after-sales service.
Checking the Compensator
After aligning and focussing the measuring tool, measure the height at a reference point. Then press the lock button of the compensator 8 and release again. Measure the height again at the reference point.
If both heights do not exactly match, have the measuring tool repaired by an authorised Bosch after-sales service.
Checking the Crosshair
A measuring distance of approx. 30 m is required for the
check. Set up the measuring tool in the centre and levellingrods A and B at both ends of the measuring distance. BOSCH GOL Professional Auto Optical
Level - fig 6

After aligning and focussing the measuring tool, read the heights at both levelling rods. Calculate the difference d between the height a1 of levelling rod A and the height b1
of levelling rod B.
Example: a1 =1.937m
b1 = 1.689 m
a1 – b1 = 1.937 m – 1.689 m = 0.248 m = d BOSCH GOL Professional Auto Optical
Level - fig 7

Set up the measuring tool approx. 1 m away from levelling rod
A. After aligning and focussing the measuring tool, read the height a2 at levelling rod A.
Subtract the previously calculated value d from the measured height a2 in order to receive the set value for the height b2 at levelling rod B.
Measure height b2
at levelling rod B. When the measured value deviates by more than 6 mm (GOL 20 D/G), 3 mm
(GOL 26 D/G) or 2 mm (GOL 32 D/G) from the calculated set value, the crosshair must be readjusted.
Example:
a2 =1.724m
d =0.248m
a2 – d = 1.724 m – 0.248 m = 1.476 m
GOL 20 D/G: When measuring, height b2 must be 1.476 m ±6 mm.
GOL 26 D/G: When measuring, height b2 must be 1.476 m ±3 mm.
GOL 32 D/G: When measuring, height b2 must be 1.476 m ±2 mm.
Readjusting the Crosshair BOSCH GOL Professional Auto Optical Level -
fig 8

Unscrew the eyepiece cover 4. Using the adjusting pin 18, turn adjusting screw 5 clockwise or anticlockwise, until the calculated set value for height b2 is reached when measuring on levelling rod B. Screw on eyepiece cover 4 again.
Example: When measuring b2 , the value 1.476 m must be set. Check the crosshair again. If required, repeat the procedure or refer to an authorised Bosch after-sales service.

Maintenance and Service

Maintenance and Cleaning
Store and transport the measuring tool only in the supplied case.
Keep the measuring tool clean at all times.
Do not immerse the measuring tool in water or other fluids. Wipe off debris using a moist and soft cloth. Do not use any cleaning agents or solvents.
Handle the lenses with particular attention. Remove dust only with a soft brush. Do not touch the lenses with your fingers.
Before storing, allow the measuring tool and the case to dry completely. A bag of silica gel dryer for the removal of residual moisture is included in the case. Renew the bag of silica gel dryer regularly.
For repairs, only send in the measuring tool in the case.
After-sales Service and Application Service
Our after-sales service responds to your questions concerning maintenance and repair of your product as well as spare parts. Exploded views and information on spare parts can also be found under: www.bosch-pt.com
Bosch’s application service team will gladly answer questions concerning our products and their accessories. In all correspondence and spare parts orders, please always include the 10-digit article number given on the nameplate 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 arrthe collection of a product in need of servicing or repaTel. Service: (0344) 7360109
E-Mail: boschservicecentre@bosch.com
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.com.au
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: bsctools@icon.co.za
KZN – BSC Service Centre
Unit E, Almar Centre
143 Crompton Street
Pinetown
Tel.: (031) 7012120
Fax: (031) 7012446
E-Mail: bsc.dur@za.bosch.com
Western Cape – BSC Service Centre
Democracy Way, Prosperity Park
Milnerton
Tel.: (021) 5512577
Fax: (021) 5513223
E-Mail: bsc@zsd.co.za
Bosch Headquarters
Midrand, Gauteng
Tel.: (011) 6519600
Fax: (011) 6519880
E-Mail: rbsa-hq.pts@za.bosch.com
Disposal
Measuring tools, accessories and packaging should be sorted for environmental- friendly recycling.
Subject to change without notice.