Distance meter
Art.no 41-1107
Model NLT05
Please read the entire instruction manual before using the product and then save
it for future reference. We reserve the right for any errors in text or images and any
necessary changes made to technical data. If you have any questions concerning
technical problems please contact our Customer Services.
Safety
Read and observe all safety information in order to ensure safe use
of the product. If the product is not used in accordance with these
instructions, the built-in safety mechanisms might not work correctly.
Ensure that all safety and warning labels on the product remain legible.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS AND LET THE MANUAL ACCOMPANY
THE METER IN THE EVENT OF A CHANGE IN OWNERSHIP.
Warning:
Use of other equipment or use of the product in a different way than
that described in this instruction manual can lead to the user being exposed to
hazardous laser radiation.
The product has a warning label.
If the text on the warning label is not in your mother tongue,
stick the included label with the correct language over
the warning label before using the product for the first time.
Do not direct the laser beam towards other people
or animals and never look directly into the beam
or a reflection of the beam. Laser beams can blind
others, cause accidents or damage your eyes.
• If the laser is directed towards your eye, close your eye immediately and avert
your gaze away from the beam.
• Laser viewing glasses must not be used as safety glasses. Laser viewing
glasses are intended to help laser beams to be more visible, they do not protect
eyes from direct laser radiation.
• Do not use the laser viewing glasses as sunglasses or for driving a vehicle.
They do not protect against UV-radiation and impair colour perception.
• The product must only be repaired by qualified service technicians using original
spare parts. This will ensure that the product can be used in a safe way.
• Never permit children to use the product without constant supervision.
If children are permitted to use the product on their own they could accidentally
blind themselves or others.
• Never use the product in areas where explosive or flammable gases or
substances are stored. Avoid using the product in dusty environments.
The product may produce sparks which might cause dust or explosive/
flammable substances to ignite or explode.
• Never open the casing or attempt to modify the product in any way.
Laser classification
This meter produces a visible laser beam
from the front of the instrument: it is a Class
2 laser in accordance with: IEC60825-1:
2014 Safety of laser products.
Laser class 2 products
Do not stare into the laser beam or direct it towards other people or
animals. Risk of serious damage to eyes.
Warning:
Do not look directly into the beam with optical aids such as
binoculars or telescopes. Risk of serious damage to eyes.
Product safety symbols
Read the entire instruction manual.
Laser class 2
• Make sure not to remove or damage the safety symbols and warnings found on
the distance meter.
• Never try to open the housing, repair or modify the distance meter in any way.
• Only use accessories that are recommended by the manufacturer or retailer.
• Never use the distance meter where flammable or explosive substances are
used or stored.
• Do not use the distance meter on or near highly reflective surfaces since
the laser beam can be reflected back into your own or someone else’s eyes.
• Keep the laser distance meter out of children’s reach.
• Labelling: Subject to change (drawings, descriptions and technical data) without
prior notice.
Product description
The distance meter is designed for measuring distances, lengths, heights and calculating
area and volume. The distance meter is designed for both indoor and outdoor use.
1. [ MEASURE/ON ] Turns on
the distance meter. Turns on
the laser. Measures distance.
2. [ FUNC ] Function selector:
Single length, area or volume
measuring.
3. [ OFF/C ] Clears measurements,
turns off distance meter
4. Battery compartment
release latch
5. Battery cover
6. Laser transmission lens
7. Laser reception lens
Display a – h
a. Laser ON
b. Length measurement
c. Displays selected function: Area or
volume measurement
d. Malfunction - service required
e. Battery symbol
f. Measurement reference point - front or
back edge of the meter
g. Measurement values
h. Unit of measure: m (metres), ft (feet), in
(inches) or - - -
′
- -
″
(feet, inches).
Operating instructions
Batteries
1. Open the battery compartment (5) on the back of the meter and insert 2 × AAA/
LR03 batteries. Refer to the markings in the battery compartment to ensure
correct polarity. Never mix old and new batteries. Never mix rechargeable and
non-rechargeable batteries.
Note:
Using rechargeable batteries (1.2 V) will
shorten the usage time.
2. Refit the battery cover.
3. Change the batteries whenever the battery symbol (e) shows that the batteries
are flat.
Selecting measuring units
• When the distance meter is turned on it will display the default measuring units,
which are in m (metres).
• Hold in [ FUNC ] and press [ MEASURE/ON ] to change measuring units: m
(metres), ft (feet), in (inches) or - - -
′
- -
″
(feet, inches).
• Whenever the distance meter is restarted it will automatically revert back to
the default display units which are in m (metres).
Selecting the measuring reference point, front or
back edge of the meter
The default reference point is from the rear edge of the meter when
the meter is turned on. Hold in [ FUNC ] and press [ OFF ] to toggle
between measuring from the rear of the meter to the front and vice-versa.
Selecting a measuring function
Select the desired mode by pressing [ FUNC ] until the desired function is reached.
The chosen function will now be shown on the display.
for single length measuring,
for area or
for volume.
Note:
Measuring errors may occur when measuring against colourless liquids, glass,
soft plastic, or semi-transparent or high-gloss surfaces. Against very dark surfaces
the time taken to display the measurement may increase.
Note:
The distance meter must be held completely still during the entire measuring
process (except when in continuous measurement mode).
