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Safety Instructions
Leica DISTO™ special
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When aiming through panes of glass, of if there
are several objects in the line-of-sight erroneous measure-
ments can occur.
Wet, smooth or high-gloss surfaces
1
Aiming at a "Acute" angle deflects the laser beam.
The DISTO™ may receive a signal that is too weak
(error message 255).
2
If aiming at a right angle, the DISTO™ may receive a
signal that is too strong (error message 256).
Inclined, round surfaces
Can be measured with the laser.
Requirement: There is enough area on the target surface
for the laser spot.
Free-handed aiming
(approx. 20 - 40 m):
From about 30 m, use target plate 563875 (DIN C6) rsp.
723385 (DIN A4). Use a tripod, if required.
•
White surface: to 30 m
•
Brown surface: from 30 m on
Safety Instructions
The following directions should enable the person
responsible for the DISTO™, and the person who actually
uses the instrument, to anticipateand avoid operational
hazards.
The person responsible for the instrument must ensure
that all users understand these directions and adhere to
them.
Use of the instrument
Permitted use
The permitted use of the DISTO™ are the following:
•
Measuring distances
•
Computing areas and volumes
•
Storing measurements
Prohibited use
•
Using the instrument without instruction
•
Using outside the stated limits
•
Deactivation of safety systems and removal of
explanatory and hazard labels
•
Opening of the equipment by using tools
(screwdrivers, etc.), as far as not specifically
permitted for certain cases
•
Carrying out modification or conversion of the product
•
Use after misappropriation
•
Use of accessories from other manufacturers without
the express approval of Leica Geosystems.
•
Deliberate or irresponsible behaviour on scaffolding,
when using ladders, when measuring near machines
which are running, or near parts of machines or
installations which are unprotected
•
Aiming directly into the sun
•
Deliberate dazzling of third parties; also in the dark
•
Inadequate safeguards at the surveying site (e.g.
when measuring on roads, etc.)
WARNING
Prohibited use can lead to injury, malfunction, and
material damage. It is the task of the person responsible
for the instrument to inform the user about hazards and
how to counteract them. The DISTO™ is not to be
operated until the user has been instructed.
