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Measuring Angles

Centre the measuring tool above the 

point from which on the angle is to be 

measured.

B

A

100’

(30 m)

a

1

b

d

1

B

A

3’

(1 m)

a

2

b

2

d

350

340

0

10

50

40

30

a

2

 – d = b

2

a

1

 – b

1

 = d

Direct the measuring tool against point 

A

B

A

100’

(30 m)

a

1

b

d

1

B

A

3’

(1 m)

a

2

b

2

d

350

340

0

10

50

40

30

a

2

 – d = b

2

a

1

 – b

1

 = d

Rotate the horizontal circle 

11

 with the 

zero point toward the reference mark 

10

.

B

A

100’

(30 m)

a

1

b

d

1

B

A

3’

(1 m)

a

2

b

2

d

350

340

0

10

50

40

30

a

2

 – d = b

2

a

1

 – b

1

 = d

Then direct the measuring tool against 

point 

B

. Read off the angle at the 

reference mark 

10

. Angle measured in the 

above example: 45°.

Accuracy Check of the  

Instrument

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 

13

 so that the air bubble is 

positioned in the centre of the circular 

bubble vial 

8

.

Rotate the telescope by 180°. When the 

air bubble is no longer in the centre of the 

circular bubble vial 

8

, the circular bubble 

vial must be readjusted.

Readjusting the Circular Bubble Vial

Bring the air bubble of the circular bubble 

vial 

8

 in a position between the centre and 

the end position of the check by turning 

the levelling screws 

13

.

B

A

100’

(30 m)

a

1

b

d

1

B

A

3’

(1 m)

a

2

b

2

d

350

340

0

10

50

40

30

a

2

 – d = b

2

a

1

 – b

1

 = d

Using the Allen key 

17

, turn the adjusting 

screws 

12

 until the air bubble is positioned 

in the centre of the circular bubble vial.

B

A

100’

(30 m)

a

1

b

d

1

B

A

3’

(1 m)

a

2

b

2

d

350

340

0

10

50

40

30

a

2

 – d = b

2

a

1

 – b

1

 = d

Check the circular bubble vial by rotating 

the telescope by 180°. If required, repeat 

the procedure or refer to an authorized 

SitePro 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 

9

 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 

authorized SitePro after-sales service.

Checking the Crosshair

A measuring distance of approx. 100 ft 

(30 m) is required for the check. 

B

A

100’

(30 m)

a

1

b

d

1

B

A

3’

(1 m)

a

2

b

2

d

350

340

0

10

50

40

30

a

2

 – d = b

2

a

1

 – b

1

 = d

Set up the measuring tool in the centre 

and levelling rods 

A

 and 

B

 at both ends of 

the measuring distance.

Summary of Contents for AL8-26

Page 1: ...AL8 Series Owner s Guide www davidwhite com FOR CUSTOMER SERVICE PARTS AND REPAIR CALL 765 581 4097 IMPORTANT IMPORTANT IMPORTANTE Read Before Using Lire avant usage Leer antes de usar AL8 26 AL8 32 ...

Page 2: ...xtremely rugged field use Like all precision instruments however they should be treated with reasonable care to prolong life and accuracy All instruments are adjusted when they are shipped from the factory It is the customer s responsibility to check and to ensure instruments are adjusted prior to using David White is not responsible for errors caused by instruments that are out of adjustment Cont...

Page 3: ... 3 13 5 10 11 13 12 9 14 7 15 16 1 15 13 8 4 2 3 17 18 19 6 ...

Page 4: ...just to the ambient temperature before putting it into operation In case of extreme temperatures or variations in temperature the accuracy of the instrument can be impaired Avoid any impact to or dropping of the instrument After severe exterior effects to the instrument it is recommended to carry out an accuracy check each time before continuing to work Place the instrument in the provided case wh...

Page 5: ... 14 Tripod mount 5 8 on the rear side 15 Horizontal drive screw 16 Focusing knob 17 Allen key 18 Adjusting pin 19 Plumb bob Technical Data AL8 Series AL8 26 AL8 32 Accuracy 1 16 100 1 6mm at 30m 1 32 100 1 0mm at 30m Working Range 300 90m 400 120m Clear obj aperture 1 4 36 mm 1 6 40mm Setting accuracy 0 8 0 3 Deviation for 1 km double run leveling 1 5 mm 1 0 mm Telescope Magnification 26 x 32 x Im...

Page 6: ...G It is important that the tripod is set up firmly Make sure that the tripod points are well into the ground On paved surfaces be sure the points hold securely The legs should have about a 3 1 2 foot spread positioned so the top of the tripod head appears level If using a tripod with adjustable legs be sure the leg clamps are securely hand tightened Attach the instrument to the tripod securely han...

Page 7: ... 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 15 until the graduation field of the levelling rod appears sharp Align the crosshair exactly with the center of the leveling rod by turning the horizontal drive screw 14 When the telescope is correctly focussed the crosshair and the image o...

Page 8: ...ting the Circular Bubble Vial Bring the air bubble of the circular bubble vial 8 in a position between the centre and the end position of the check by turning the levelling screws 13 A 100 30 m a1 A 3 1 m a2 a2 d a1 b1 Using the Allen key 17 turn the adjusting screws 12 until the air bubble is positioned in the centre of the circular bubble vial B A 100 30 m a1 d B A 3 1 m a2 d a2 d b2 a1 b1 d Che...

Page 9: ...ured 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 3 mm AL8 26 or 2 mm AL8 32 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 476m AL8 26 When measuring height b2 must be 1 476 m 3 mm AL8 32 When measuring height b2 m...

Page 10: ...thorized after sales service center for Dave White s SitePro instruments In all correspondence and spare parts orders please always include the model number and serial number of the instruments All precision instruments should be cleaned lubricated checked and adjusted ONLY at a qualified instrument repair station or by the manufacturer at least once a year In case of repairs send in the instrumen...

Page 11: ... 90 DAY LIMITED WARRANTY To make a claim under this Limited Warranty you must return the complete product transportation prepaid For details to make a claim under this Limited Warranty please visit www davidwhite com or call 1 855 354 9881 ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES SHALL BE LIMITED IN DURATION TO ONE YEAR FROM DATE OF PURCHASE SOME STATES IN THE U S AND SOME CANADIAN PROVINCES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATION...

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