Fukuda FRE-205 DUO User manual
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Fukuda FRE-205 DUO
REVISION 1.1
User Guide
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3rd Generation
KEY INFORMATION
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Specifi cation
Brand Fukuda
Product Type Rotating Laser Level
Levelling Type Fully Self Levelling
Detector Range Up to 500m Diameter (250m either side of Laser)
Accuracy ±3mm at 30m (100ft)
Beam Colour Red Beam
Beam Type Rotating Dot
Levelling Axis Horizontal Levelling
Usage Indoor & Outdoor
Battery Rechargeable Battery Pack or use Alkaline Batteries
Runtime Up to 25 Hours (Approx) / 27hrs on Alkaline (Approx)
Slope / Gradient Dual Grade using included Remote Control
Mounting Thread ⅝” Standard Surveying
Laser Rating Class 2
Durability Good
IP Rating IP54 - Protected against dust / Protected against splashing water from
any direction
Warranty Automatic 3 Year Warranty
1st Generation (2012 - 2015) 2nd Generation (2016 - early 2021) NEW 3rd Generation
INTRODUCTION
Overview
SAFETY
WARNING
Thank you for purchasing the Fukuda FRE-205 DUO rotary laser kit.
These instructions are intended to explain the general basics of operating this equipment.
Please read them carefully.
For any more information, or if the laser requires calibration or repair; then please contact our
Service Department by Telephone: 08000 869 769 or Email: [email protected]
The FRE-205 is a horizontal levelling laser which has been designed specifi cally for outdoor
Groundworks but at a very aff ordable price. It is constructed with a rugged housing and has an
automatic drift system (bump sensor), together with the facility to Dual Grade; making this the
laser of choice for Groundworks Contractors working to a budget.
Included in this special DUO kit is an EK-112R Cross line laser to cover most indoor work. Its auto
levelling has very bright red beams & is supplied with an “L” shaped, magnetic mounting bracket
(for wall mounting etc). This combination has proved to be very popular even for Ground-
workers who have found the Cross-line laser useful for other indoor tasks.
This “2 in 1” DUO package covers both indoor & outdoor groundworks applications, for the
General builder.
All in all, its a very versatile & popular kit.
Read the following safety instructions before attempting to operate this Laser Level Kit.
Keep these instructions in a safe place or store in the Laser’s carry case for future reference.
- Do not remove warning labels from the product.
- The FRE-205 is a class 2 laser product (<1 mW; 635nm)
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Never look into the laser beam or direct it to the eyes of other people.
Always operate the Laser Level in a way that prevents the beam from
getting into people’s eyes.
Using the FRE-205 diff erently than described in the user guide, may
result in unsafe operation.
Carry Case
Foam Lined Carry Case
WHAT’S INCLUDED IN THE KIT
The Fukuda FRE-205 Kit includes the following items. Your contents may vary if the kit
was customised at point-of-purchase to upgrade or remove items.
Fukuda FRE-205
EK-112R Cross Line
FRD300R-205 Detector
Red Target & Charger
RC205 Remote Control
Tripod & Staff
Horizontal & Dual Grade
Cross Line (1 Horizontal &
1 Vertical) With “L” shaped,
Magnetic Mounting Bracket
Laser Detector / Receiver
With Staff Mounting Clamp
Red Laser Target & UK Mains
Charger
Infrared Remote Control For
Setting Gradients & Slopes
Surveying Tripod &
Measuring Staff
(Colours / Brand may vary)
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LASER OVERVIEW
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Protective Lighthouse
Rotating Laser Prism
Carrying Handle
Key Pad (Expanded On Page 6)
5/8” x 11 Thread
For Horizontal
Tripod Mounting
(Located Underneath)
Battery
Compartment
Locking Screw
Rechargeable
Battery Charging Port
(Located On Side Wall)
ON/OFF Button
This Button will turn the Laser On and Off .
When turned on, the Laser will auto self level within
15-20 seconds and start spinning a level datum.
No other button needs to be pressed for the
laser to self level.
KEY PAD OVERVIEW
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Rotational Speed Control - Tortoise/
Hare. Zero (Stop Dot), 60, 120, 300 &
600rpm
Automatic Drift System (ADS)
IR Remote Pickup Window
REMOTE CONTROL OVERVIEW
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The Fukuda RC205 Infrared Remote Control enables the user to remotely (up to 20m), adjust
the following settings: Rotational speed, Manual Override (for single or dual-axis grade/slope
control) and Automatic Drift System (ADS). It cannot be used to turn the Laser ON or OFF (a
feature not available on any Fukuda laser level system).
TIP - it is often better to use the Remote Control rather than the FRE-205’s keypad, to avoid
disturbing the laser’s sensitive self levelling mechanism.
Automatic Drift System (ADS)
Rotational Speed Control - Tortoise/Hare.
Zero (Stop Dot), 60, 120, 300 & 600rpm
X & Y Axis Selector
(Grade / Slope Controls)
Decrease Slope Angle
(Grade / Slope Controls)
Manual Override
(Disables Self Levelling!)
Power Supply & Battery Replacement
●The RC205 remote is powered by 2 x AAA alkaline batteries which will be pre-installed.
●When required, open the rear battery compartment and fi t 2 x AAA alkaline replacement
batteries, taking care to ensure correct polarity.
LASER DETECTOR OVERVIEW
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The FRE-205 Kit is available with either the standard FRD300R-205 Detector or the upgraded
FRD800R Detector with mm/inch display. The overview below shows the standard FRD300R-205.
47mm Reception Pick-up Window
Detector Sensitivity: Fine, & Course
(+/-1mm & +/- 2mm)
Front LCD Display Screen
FMB-01 Staff Mounting
Bracket
ON/OFF Button
Sounder (Loud & Off )
FRONT
Power Supply & Battery Replacement
●The FRD300R-205 Detector is powered by 1 x 9v PP3 alkaline battery which will be pre-
installed.
●When required, open the rear battery compartment and fi t 1 x 9v PP3 alkaline replacement
battery, taking care to ensure correct polarity.
Speaker
LASER DETECTOR OVERVIEW (CONTINUED)
Rear LCD Display Screen
FMB-01 Staff Mounting
Battery Compartment
REAR
Using The Detector
●Press the ON/OFF button once and the FRD300R-205 will power on.
●Clamp the Detector onto the front face of the measuring staff and face towards the Laser.
If you are above the horizontal datum, a down arrow will be shown. Below the horizontal
datum an up arrow will be shown and when you are completely level or on the same datum,
a horizontal line will be shown on the display. When you have established the horizontal
datum, you can then use the mm scale on the rear of the measuring staff (which is zero mm
at ground level) to either measure a uniform distance down or a uniform distance up, to then
set your base level, deck level, ground level etc.
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CHARGING & BATTERIES
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The FRE-205 is supplied with 4 x type AA high capacity (2,600mAh) Ni-MH rechargeable batteries
and a 5.6 Volt UK Plug, 700mA charger. Although the FRE-205 is designed to use AA rechargeable
batteries, it is also possible to use 4 x type AA Alkaline batteries instead.
AA Rechargeable Batteries (included)
The 5.6 Volt UK Plug, 700mA charger (Input 100-240V AC 50/60Hz Output DC 5.6V 700mA, centre
pin + polarity) is for indoor use only. If the charger becomes damaged, stop using immediately
and purchase a replacement. Never use a generic charger with this laser.
●Prior to fi rst use, we recommend that you fully charge the batteries for around 6-8 hours.
●The FRE-205 uses 2,600mAh Ni-MH rechargeable batteries. Do not use batteries which have a
rating lower than 2,100mAh Ni-MH.
●The AA rechargeable batteries are located in the battery compartment in the side wall of the
FRE-205. The compartment can be opened by unscrewing the silver screw. No tools required.
●Important: Do NOT allow the batteries to go completely fl at before recharging.
Mains Charger
●The general procedure to adopt is use the laser during the day & charge-up overnight. You
cannot damage the system by “over-charging” the batteries.
●When the charger is plugged into a 230V mains supply (but not connected to the Laser), the
red LED on the charger will fl ash once per second, when operating correctly.
●Plug the charger into the charging port located on the side wall of the laser.
●When charging, the red LED on the charger will stop fl ashing and be illuminated
continuously.
●The LED will change to green when there is suffi cient charge in the battery.
●The FRE-205 can be operated with the charger connected to the mains supply. Use this
method if required, but only if it is safe to do so and approved on site.
●The Mains Charger will charge most batteries in around 6-8 hours to give approximately 25
hours of continuous use. It takes 4 to 5 charge/discharge cycles for these battery packs to
reach their maximum capacity.
AA Alkaline Batteries (not included)
●The FRE-205 is designed to use AA rechargeable batteries, but it is also possible to use 4 x
type AA Alkaline batteries instead.
●These are readily available from all good hardware stores / supermarkets.
●Important: Do NOT attempt to recharge the FRE-205 when Alkaline batteries are being
used, otherwise serious damage will occur.
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