Topcon RT-5SW User manual
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
ROTATING LASER
RT-5SW
31380 90041 TEP
Declaration of Confomity
R&TTE Directive 1995/5/EC
WE:
TOPCON CORPORATION
75-1 Hasunuma-cho Itabashi-ku Tokyo Japan
declare on our own responsibility, that the product;
Kind of Product:
Rotating Laser
Type designation: RT-5SW/RC-300W
is in compliance with the following norm(s) or documents;
Radio :EN 300 328
EMC :EN 301 489-1/17
safety :EN 60950
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Foreword
Thank you for purchasing the Topcon RT-5SW Rotating Laser.
It is one the world’s most advanced and accurate grade-setting lasers. To quickly and effectively use
the RT-5SW, please read these brief instructions carefully, and keep them in a convenient location
for future reference.
Handling Precautions
Guarding the instrument against shock
When transporting the instrument, provide some protection to minimize risk of shock. Heavy
shocks may affect beam accuracy.
Caution:
Use of of adjustment controls or performance procedures other than those specified herein may
results in hazardous radiation exposure.
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Safety Information
In order to encourage the safe use of products and prevent any danger to the operator and others or
damage to properties, important warnings are put on the products and inserted in the instruction
manuals.
We suggest that everyone understand the meaning of the following displays and icons before
reading the “Safety Cautions” and text.
• Injury refers to hurt, burn, electric shock, etc.
• Physical damage refers to extensive damage to buildings or equipment and furniture.
Display Meaning
WARNING Ignoring or disregard of this display may lead to death or serious injury.
CAUTION Ignoring or disregard of this display may lead to personal injury or physical damage
to the instrument.
The user of this product is expected to follow all operating instructions and make periodic checks
of the product’s performance. The manufacturer or its representatives assume no responsibility
for results of the use of this product including any direct, indirect, consequential damage, and loss
of profits.
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Safety Cautions
WARNING
There is a risk of fire, electric shock or physical harm if you attempt to disassemble or repair the instrument
yourself.
This is only to be carried out by TOPCON or an authorized dealer,only!
Laser beams can be dangerous, and can cause eye injury if used incorrectly .
Never attempt to repair the instrument yourself.
Laser beams can be dangerous. They can cause eye injury.
Do not stare into beam.
High temperature may cause fire.
Do not cover the charger while it is charging.
Risk of fire or electric shock.
Do not use damaged power cable, plug and socket.
Risk of fire or electric shock.
Do not use a wet battery or charger.
May ignite explosively.
Never use an instrument near flammable gas, liquid matter, and do not use in a coal mine.
Battery can cause explosion or injury.
Do not dispose in fire or heat.
Risk of fire or electric shock.
Do not use any power voltage except the one given on manufacturers instructions.
Battery can cause outbreak of fire.
Do not use any other type of charger other than the one specified.
The short circuit of a battery can cause a fire.
Do not short circuit battery when storing it.
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CAUTION
Use of controls or adjustment or performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in
hazardous radiation exposure.
Do not connect or disconnect equipment with wet hands, you are at risk of electric shocks if you do!
Risk of injury by overturn the carrying case.
Do not stand or sit on the carrying cases.
Please note that the tips of tripod can be hazardous,be aware of this when setting up or carrying the tripod.
Risk of injury by falling down the instrument or case.
Do not use a carrying case with a damaged which belts, grips or latches.
Do not allow skin or clothing to come into contact with acid from the batteries, if this does occur then wash off
with copious amounts of water and seek medical advice.
It could be dangerous if the instrument falls over, please check that you fix the instrument to the tripod
correctly.
Risk of injury by falling down a tripod and an instrument.
Always check that the screws of tripod are tightened.
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EXCEPTIONS FROM RESPONSIBILITY
1) The user of this product is expected to follow all operating instructions and make periodic checks of the product’s
performance.
2) The manufacturer, or its representatives, assumes no responsibility for results of a faulty or intentional usage or
misuse including any direct, indirect, consequential damage, and loss of profits.
3) The manufacturer, or its representatives, assumes no responsibility for consequential damage, and loss of profits by
any disaster, (an earthquake, storms, floods etc.).
A fire, accident, or an act of a third party and/or a usage any other usual conditions.
4) The manufacturer, or its representatives, assumes no responsibility for any damage, and loss of profits due to a
change of data, loss of data, an interruption of business etc., caused by using the product or an unusable product.
5) The manufacturer, or its representatives, assumes no responsibility for any damage, and loss of profits caused by
usage except for explained in the user manual.
6) The manufacturer, or its representatives,assumes no responsibility for damage caused by wrong movement, or action
due to connecting with other products.
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Laser Safety
This product projects a visible laser beam during operation. This product is manufactured and sold
in accordance with “Radiation Safety of Laser Products, Equipment Classification, Requirements
and User’s Guide” (IEC Publication 60825-1) provided on the safety stan?dards for laser beam.
As per the said standard, this product is classified as “Class 3R Laser Products”.
In case of any failure, do not disassemble the instrument. Contact TOPCON or your TOPCON
dealer.
Visible laser
Laser output:
4.5 mW/2.5mW
Beam Aperture
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Contents
Foreword..........................................................................................................................1
Handling Precautions.................................................................................................1
Safety Information......................................................................................................2
Safety Cautions ........................................................................................................3
Laser Safety...............................................................................................................6
Contents ....................................................................................................................7
Standard System Components..................................................................................9
Nomenclature.................................................................................................................10
Sample Display........................................................................................................11
Key Functions..........................................................................................................12
Basic Operation..............................................................................................................13
Preparation and Functions.............................................................................................14
Power Source..........................................................................................................14
Setting Instrument Up..............................................................................................14
RC-300W Remote Controller...................................................................................15
Power Switch...........................................................................................................17
Battery Status Display .............................................................................................19
Setting Grades.........................................................................................................20
How to enter grade ..................................................................................................21
Automatic Alignment................................................................................................22
Executing Automatic alignment ...............................................................................24
Automatic grade setting...........................................................................................25
Executing Automatic grade setting ..........................................................................25
Single axis ...............................................................................................................26
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Dual axes.................................................................................................................26
How to change the rotary head speed (300, 600, 900 R.P.M.) ...............................28
Height Alert function ................................................................................................28
RT-5SW LED display...............................................................................................29
Masking (Laser beam shutter).................................................................................30
Change the masking mode.................................................................................................31
Function Mode ...............................................................................................................33
How to set the options .............................................................................................37
Maintaining Power Sources ...........................................................................................39
RC-300W.................................................................................................................39
RT-5SW...................................................................................................................40
Dry battery ...............................................................................................................40
Rechargeable battery ..............................................................................................41
Check and Adjusting......................................................................................................43
Horizontal Calibration ..............................................................................................43
Horizontal Rotation Cone Error................................................................................48
Grade Setting Error..................................................................................................49
Storage Precautions.......................................................................................................51
Standard / Optional Accessories....................................................................................52
Specifications.................................................................................................................57
Error Display ..................................................................................................................59
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