Hilti 411210 Use and Care Manual
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1. PMC 46 Bedienungsanleitung de Operating instructions en Mode d emploi fr Istruzioni d uso it Manual de instrucciones es Manual de instruc es pt Gebruiksaanwijzing nl O ny eg xpnoewg el RRs WA ja _ M2 8 YM ko EVLA cn ce OO 90 f N 2907 ap IIA 10 m 30 ft max 3mm di d3 Pos 1 2m Pos 2 ORIGINAL OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS PMC 46 combilaser It is essential that the operating instructions are read before the tool is operated for the first time Always keep these operating instructions together with the tool Ensure that the operating instructions are with the tool when it is given to other persons Contents Page 1 General information 13 2 Description 14 3 Accessories 15 4 Technical data 16 5 Safety instructions 17 6 Before use 18 7 Operation 18 8 Care and maintenance 21 9 Troubleshooting 21 10 Disposal 22 11 Manufacturer s warranty 23 12 EC declaration of conformity 23 KH These numbers refer to the corresponding illustra tions The illustrations can be found on the fold out cover pages Keep these2. C 14 F the laser beam does not light Laser beam The laser beam blinks The batteries are almost exhausted twice every 10 seconds The laser beam blinks rapidly The tool cannot level itself outside the 5 self leveling range The laser beam blinks every 2 seconds The tool is unable to level itself automatically or is setto Inclined plane operating mode 3 Accessories Tripod PMA 20 Target plate PMA 54 55 Target plate PRA 50 51 Laser receiver PMA 31 Magnetic bracket PMA 74 Telescopic brace PUA 10 Frame clamp PMA 25 Universal adapter PMA 78 15 Hilti toolbox PMC 46 Laser visibility glasses PUA 60 The laser visibility glasses are not protective glasses and thus do not protect the eyes from laser beams As the laser visibility glasses restrict color vision they should be worn only when working with this tool Do not wear the laser visibility glasses while driving a vehicle on a public road 4 Technical data Right of technical changes reserved Range of the points Range of the lines and intersection point Accuracy of the points Accuracy of the laser lines Self leveling time 30 m 98 ft 10 m 30 ft Distance 10 m 30 ft 3 mm s in Length of the lines 10 m 30 ft 1 5 mm s in 3s Laser class Class 2 visible 635 nm 10 nm EN 60825 3 2007 IEC 60825 3 2007 class II CFR 21 81040 FDA Beam diameter Line width Self leveling range Au
3. accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired oper ation This device complies with the requirements defined in RSS 210 of IC Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 this device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired oper ation Pita i Hilti Corporation LI 9494 Schaan Tel 423 23421 11 Fax 423 234 29 65 www hilti com Hilti registered trademark of Hilti Corp Schaan W 3686 0709 00 Pos 1 1 Printed in Liechtenstein 2009 410556 A Right of technical and programme changes reserved S E amp 0
4. directed 2 2 Features The PMC 46 levels itself automatically within a range of approx 5 Self leveling takes only approx 3 seconds The combilaser gives an Out of self leveling range warning when the self leveling range is exceeded the laser beams blink The PMC 46 is characterized by its ease of operation and use its rugged plastic casing and ease of transport due to its compact dimensions and light weight The tool can be used together with the PMA 31 laser receiver In the normal operating mode the tool switches itself off after 15 minutes Sustained operating mode can be activated by pressing and holding the on switch for four seconds 14 2 3 Items supplied with the cardboard box version 1 Combilaser Soft pouch 4 Batteries Operating instructions Manufacturer s certificate 2 4 Items supplied with the toolbox version 1 Combilaser Soft pouch Batteries Operating instructions Universal adapter Manufacturer s certificate Tripod 2 5 Information displayed during operation LED The LED doesn t light The tool is switched off The LED doesn t light The batteries are exhausted The LED doesn t light The batteries are inserted incorrectly The LED lights con The laser beam is switched on The tool is in stantly operation The LED blinks twice The batteries are almost exhausted every 10 seconds The LED blinks The temperature of the tool is above 50 C 122 F or below 10
5. not use damaged batteries j Do not mix old and new batteries Do not mix batteries of different makes or types 5 6 Liquids Under abusive conditions liquid may leak from the battery Avoid contact If contact accidentally oc curs flush with water In the event of the liquid coming into contact with the eyes rinse the eyes with plenty of water and consult a doctor Liquid ejected from the battery may cause irritation or burns 6 Before use D 6 1 Inserting the batteries EJ DANGER Use only new batteries 1 Remove the foot from the tool 2 Open the battery compartment 3 Remove the batteries from the packaging and insert them in the tool NOTE Only batteries recommended by Hilti may be used to power the tool 4 Check that the battery terminals are positioned correctly as shown on the underside of the unit 5 Close the battery compartment cover Check that the catch engages properly 6 Refit the foot to the tool 7 Operation D NOTE To achieve maximum accuracy project the line onto a vertical even surface When doing so set up the tool at 90 to the surface 18 7 1 Operation 7 1 1 Switching the laser beams on Press the on button once 7 1 2 Switching the tool laser beams off Press and hold the on button until the laser beam is no longer visible and the LED no longer lights NOTE The tool switches itself off automatically after approx 15 min 7 1 3 Deactivating the automatic powe
6. 2 from d1 If the reference points 1 and 3 are located on the same side of the mid point then add d1 and d2 together Divide the result by twice the length of the room room length x 2 The maximum permissible error is 3 mm at 10 m 7 3 3 Checking leveling of the lateral beams IN Repeat the procedure and calculate the accuracy of each of the two perpendicular beams as described at 7 3 2 7 3 4 Checking perpendicularity 20 horizontal Position the tool with the lower plumb beam on the center of a reference cross in the middle of a room at a distance of approx 5 meters from the walls so that the center of the vertical laser line lies exactly on the vertical line of the first target plate a Attach a second target plate or sheet of paper b to the wall at the half way position as shown in the illustration Mark the mid point d1 of the right hand perpendicular beam Pivot the tool clockwise through exactly 90 as seen from above The lower plumb beam must remain in the center of the reference cross and the center of the left hand perpendicular beam must then lie exactly on the vertical line of target plate a Mark the center point d2 of the right hand perpendicular laser beam on target plate c Mark the mid point d3 of the point of intersection of the laser lines on target plate b or the sheet of paper from step 7 NOTE The horizontal distance between d1 and d3 must be no greater than 3 mm at a working di
7. arge repair or replacement of defective parts only over the entire lifespan of the tool Parts requiring repair or replace ment as a result of normal wear and tear are not covered by this warranty Additional claims are excluded unless stringent na tional rules prohibit such exclusion In particular Hilti is not obligated for direct indirect incidental or consequential damages losses or expenses in connection with or by reason of the use of or inability to use the tool for any purpose Implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for a par ticular purpose are specifically excluded For repair or replacement send the tool or related parts immediately upon discovery of the defect to the address of the local Hilti marketing organization provided This constitutes Hilti s entire obligation with regard to warranty and supersedes all prior or contempor aneous comments and oral or written agreements concerning warranties 12 EC declaration of conformity Designation Combilaser Type PMC 46 Year of design 2009 We declare on our sole responsibility that this product complies with the following directives and standards 2004 108 EC 2006 95 EC EN 55014 1 EN 55014 2 EN 61000 6 3 EN 61000 6 2 Hilti Corporation Bodo Baur Quality Manager BA Electric Tools amp Accessories 03 2009 gne Tassilo Deinzer Head BU Measuring Systems BU Measuring Systems 03 2009 FCC statement IC state
8. es may damage the tool 8 3 Transport Use the Hilti toolbox or packaging of equivalent quality for transporting or shipping your equipment DANGER Always remove the batteries before shipping the tool Remedy Replace the battery Insert the battery correctly way round incorrect polarity The battery compartment is not closed Close the battery compartment The tool or selector switch is faulty If necessary have the power tool repaired by Hilti Service Fault Possible cause Remedy Individual laser beams don t The laser source or laser control If necessary have the power tool function unit is faulty repaired by Hilti Service The tool can be switched on The laser source or laser control If necessary have the power tool but no laser beam is visible unit is faulty repaired by Hilti Service The temperature is too high or too Allow the tool to cool down or warm low up Automatic leveling doesn t The tool is set up on an excessively Set up the tool on the level function inclined surface The tilt sensor is faulty If necessary have the power tool repaired by Hilti Service 10 Disposal WARNING Improper disposal of the equipment may have serious consequences The burning of plastic components generates toxic fumes which may present a health hazard Batteries may explode if damaged or exposed to very high temperatures causing poisoning burns acid burns or environmental pollution Careles
9. h you are working and take care to avoid directing the beam towards other persons or towards yourself when setting up the tool b Avoid unfavorable body positions when working on ladders or scaffolding Make sure you work from a safe stance and stay in balance at all times c Measurements taken through panes of glass or other objects may be inaccurate d Ensure that the tool is set up on a steady level surface not subject to vibration e Use the tool only within its specified limits f If several laser tools are used in the same work ing area care must be taken to avoid confusing the beams g Magnetic fields may affect the accuracy of the tool It must thus be kept away from magnetic objects The tool is not affected by the Hilti universal adapter h When working with the receiver it must be held exactly at right angles to the laser beam i Do not use the tool in the proximity of medical instruments 5 3 Electromagnetic compatibility Although the tool complies with the strict require ments of the applicable directives Hilti cannot en tirely rule out the possibility of the tool being subject to interference caused by powerful electromagnetic radiation leading to incorrect operation Check the accuracy of the tool by taking measurements by other means when working under such conditions or if you are unsure Likewise Hilti cannot rule out the pos sibility of interference with other devices e g aircraft navigatio
10. k the point d1 on the target plate where the horizontal laser line strikes the vertical line on the target plate Pivot the tool counterclockwise through 90 The lower plumb beam must remain on the center of the reference cross Then mark the point d2 on the target plate where the horizontal laser line strikes the vertical line on the target plate Measure the following vertical distances d0 d1 d0 d2 and d1 d2 NOTE The greatest measured vertical distance must be no more than 5 mm ata working distance of 10m 7 3 6 Checking the vertical lines 1 Position the tool at a height of 2 meters 2 Switch the tool on 3 Position the first target plate T1 vertical at a distance of 2 5 meters from the tool at the same height 2 meters so that the vertical laser beam strikes the plate Mark this position Then place the second target plate T2 at a position 2 meters below the first target plate so that the vertical laser beam strikes the plate Mark this position Mark position 2 at the opposite side of the test setup mirror image on the laser line on the floor ata distance of 5 meters from the tool gt a 8 Care and maintenance 8 1 Cleaning and drying 1 Blow dust off the glass 2 Do not touch the glass with the fingers 3 Use only a clean soft cloth for cleaning If neces sary moisten the cloth slightly with pure alcohol or a little water NOTE Do not use any other liquids as these may damage the plastic c
11. ment CAUTION This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a class B digital device pursuant to part 15 of the FCC rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interfer ence in a residential installation This equipment gener ates uses and can radiate radiofrequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instruc tions may cause harmful interference to radio com munications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television recep tion which can be determined by turning the equipment on and off the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures e Re orient or re locate the receiving antenna e Increase the distance between the equipment and receiver e Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit differ ent from that to which the receiver is connected e Consult the dealer or an experienced TV radio techni cian for assistance 24 NOTE Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate the equipment This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 this device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must
12. n equipment 5 4 Laser classification for laser class 2 class ll appliances Depending on the version purchased the tool com plies with Laser Class 2 in accordance with IEC825 3 2007 EN60825 3 2007 and Class II in accordance with CFR 21 8 1040 FDA This tool may be used without need for further protective measures The eyelid closure reflex protects the eyes when a per son looks into the beam unintentionally for a brief moment This eyelid closure reflex however may be negatively affected by medicines alcohol or drugs Nevertheless as with the sun one should not look directly into sources of bright light Do not direct the laser beam toward persons a Insulate or remove the batteries before shipping the tool b To avoid pollution of the environment the tool must be disposed of in accordance with the cur 5 5 Electrical rently applicable national regulations Consult the manufacturer if you are unsure of how to proceed c Keep the batteries out of reach of children d Do not allow the batteries to overheat and do not expose them to fire The batteries may explode or release toxic substances e Do not charge the batteries f Do not solder the batteries into the tool 9 Do not discharge the batteries by short circuiting as this may cause them to overheat and present a risk of personal injury burns h Do not attempt to open the batteries and do not subject them to excessive mechanical stress i Do
13. number can be found on the type identification plate on the tool Make a note of this data in your operating instructions and always refer to it when making an enquiry to your Hilti representative or service department Type Serial no 2 Description 2 1 Use of the product as directed The PMC 46 is a self leveling combilaser which allows a single person to level plumb align and transfer right angles quickly and accurately The tool projects two lines horizontal and vertical and five points above below right left and line intersection The lines and line intersection point have a range of approx 10m All other points have a range of approx 30m Range depends on the brightness of ambient light The tool is designed mainly for indoor use and is no substitute for a rotating laser When used for outdoor applications care must be taken to ensure that the general conditions are similar to those encountered indoors Possible applications are Marking the position of partition walls at right angles and in the vertical plane Aligning components to be installed or sections of a structure in three axes Checking and transferring right angles Transferring measuring marks from the floor to the ceiling Observe the information printed in the operating instructions concerning operation care and maintenance The tool and its ancillary equipment may present hazards when used incorrectly by untrained personnel or when used not as
14. omponents Observe the temperature limits when storing your equipment This is particularly important in winter summer if the equipment is kept inside a motor vehicle 25 C to 63 C 13 F to 145 F gt 9 Troubleshooting Fault The tool can t be switched on Possible cause The battery is exhausted The battery is inserted the wrong 6 Now place the tool on the floor on the mark for position 2 which you have just made Direct the laser beam toward the target plates T1 and T2 so that it strikes the plates close to their center lines 7 Read the distances D1 and D2 from each target plate distance of the laser line from the center of the target plate and calculate the difference D D1 D2 NOTE Take care to ensure that the target plates are parallel to each other and that they are in the same vertical plane Horizontal alignment may result in measurement error If the difference D is greater than 3 mm the tool must be returned to a Hilti repair center for adjustment 8 2 Storage Remove the tool from its case if it has become wet The tool its carrying case and accessories should be cleaned and dried at maximum 63 C 145 F Repack the items only once they have dried completely and then store them in a dry place Check the accuracy of the equipment before it is used after a long period of storage or transportation Remove the batteries from the tool before storing it for a long period Leaking batteri
15. pages open while studying the operating instructions In these operating instructions the designation the tool always refers to the PMC 46 combilaser Parts operating controls and indicators EN On button 2 LED Pendulum Removable foot Back of the tool 1 General information 1 1 Safety notices and their meaning DANGER Draws attention to imminent danger that could lead to serious bodily injury or fatality WARNING Draws attention to a potentially dangerous situation that could lead to serious personal injury or fatality CAUTION Draws attention to a potentially dangerous situation that could lead to slight personal injury or damage to the equipment or other property NOTE Draws attention to an instruction or other useful information 1 2 Explanation of the pictograms and other information Warning signs General warning 13 Read the Disposal of operating power tools or instructions appliances and before use batteries together with household waste is not permissible On the tool CAUTION LASER RADIATION DO NOT STARE INTO BEAM 620 690nm 0 95mW max CLASS II LASER PRODUCT Do not stare into the beam Laser warning plates for the USA in accordance with CFR 21 8 1040 FDA On the tool RN A 2 Laser warning plate in accordance with IEC825 EN60825 1 2007 Location of identification data on the tool The type designation and serial
16. r off feature Press and hold the on button for approx 4 sec until the laser beam blinks three times as confirmation NOTE The tool will be switched off when the on button is pressed or when the batteries are exhausted 7 1 4 Inclined line function 1 Lay the tool on its back The tool does not level itself automatically The tool blinks every two seconds 7 1 5 Using the tool with the PMA 31 laser receiver For further information please refer to the PMA 31 operating instructions 7 2 Examples of applications 7 2 1 Transferring heights 7 2 2 Setting out drywall track for a partition wall 7 2 3 Aligning pipes vertically 7 2 4 Aligning radiators El 7 2 5 Aligning door and window frames 7 2 6 Marking out the position of light fittings El 7 3 Checking 7 3 1 Checking the plumb point El 1 Make a mark on the floor a cross in a high room e g in a stairwell or hallway with a height of 5 10 m 2 Place the tool on a smooth level horizontal surface Switch the tool on 4 Position the tool with the lower beam on the center of the cross 5 Mark the position of the vertical beam on the ceiling Attach a piece of paper to the ceiling before making the mark 6 Pivot the tool through 90 NOTE The lower plumb beam must remain on the center of the cross 7 Mark the position of the vertical beam on the ceiling 8 Repeat the procedure after pivoting the tool through 180 and 270 NOTE The resul
17. s disposal may permit unauthorized and improper use of the equipment This may result in serious personal injury injury to third parties and pollution of the environment Most of the materials from which Hilti tools or appliances are manufactured can be recycled The materials must be correctly separated before they can be recycled In many countries Hilti has already made arrangements for taking back old tools or appliances for recycling Ask Hilti Customer Service or your Hilti representative for further information For EC countries only X Disposal of electric appliances together with household waste is not permissible In observance of European Directive 2002 96 EC on waste electrical and electronic equipment and its implementation in accordance with national law electric tools that have reached the end of their life must be collected separately and returned to an environmentally compatible recycling facility X Dispose of the batteries in accordance with national regulations 22 11 Manufacturer s warranty Hilti warrants that the tool supplied is free of defects in material and workmanship This warranty is valid so long as the tool is operated and handled correctly cleaned and serviced properly and in accordance with the Hilti Operating Instructions and the technical system is maintained This means that only original Hilti consumables components and spare parts may be used in the tool This warranty provides the free of ch
18. stance of5 m Pivot the tool clockwise through exactly 180 as seen from above The lower plumb beam must remain in the center of the reference cross and the center of the right hand perpendicular beam must then lie exactly on the vertical line of target plate a 7 Then mark the center point d2 of the left hand perpendicular laser beam on target plate c NOTE The horizontal distance between d2 and d4 must be no greater than 3 mm at a working distance of5 m NOTE If d3 is to the right of d1 the sum of the horizontal distances d1 d3 and d2 d4 must be no greater than 3 mm at a working distance of 5m NOTE If d3 is to the left of d1 the difference between the horizontal distances d1 d3 and d2 d4 must be no greater than 3 mm at a working distance of 5m 7 3 5 Checking the horizontal lines for il curvature Place the tool at the edge of a room with a length of at least 10 m NOTE The floor surface must be smooth and level Switch on all laser beams Set up a target plate at a distance of at least 10 m from the tool so that the point of intersection of the laser lines lies in the center of the target plate d0 and the vertical line on the target plate runs exactly through the middle of the vertical laser line Mark the mid point of the lower plumb beam on the floor reference cross Pivot the tool clockwise through 45 as seen from above The lower plumb beam must remain on the center of the reference cross Then mar
19. the operat ing instructions concerning operation care and maintenance f Do not render safety devices ineffective and do not remove information and warning notices 9 Keep laser tools out of reach of children h Take the influences of the surrounding area into account Do not expose the tool to rain or snow and do not use it in damp or wet conditions Do not use the tool where there is a risk of fire or explosion Check the condition of the tool before use Ifthe tool is found to be damaged have it repaired at a Hilti service center The user must check the accuracy of the tool after it has been dropped or subjected to other mechanical stresses k When the tool is brought into a warm environ ment from very cold conditions or vice versa allow it to become acclimatized before use I If mounting on an adapter check that the tool is screwed on securely m Keep the laser exit aperture clean to avoid meas urement errors n Although the tool is designed for the tough con ditions of jobsite use as with other optical and electronic instruments e g binoculars spec tacles cameras it should be treated with care 0 Although the tool is protected to prevent entry of dampness it should be wiped dry each time before being put away in its transport container p Check the accuracy of the measurements several times during use of the tool 5 2 Proper organization of the work area a Secure the area in whic
20. ting 4 marks form a circle in which the intersection of the diagonals d1 1 3 and d2 2 4 marks the exact center of the plumb point 9 Calculate the accuracy as described in section 7 3 1 1 7 3 1 1 Calculation of accuracy 10 d1 d2 mm RH m 4 1 30 d1 d2 inch RH ft 4 2 The result R provided by this formula RH room height refers to the tool s accuracy in mm at 10 m formula 1 This result R should be within the specification for the tool 3 mm at 10 m 7 3 2 Checking leveling of the forward beam 1 Place the tool on a smooth level surface approx 20 cm from the wall A with the laser beam directed toward the wall A 2 Mark the point of intersection of the laser lines on the wall A with a cross 3 Pivot the tool through 180 and mark the point of intersection of the laser lines on the opposite wall B with a cross 4 Place the tool on an even level surface approx 20 cm from the wall B with the laser beam directed toward the wall B 5 Mark the point of intersection of the laser lines on the wall B with a cross 6 Pivotthe tool through 180 and mark the point of intersection of the laser lines on the opposite wall A with a cross 7 Measure the distances d1 between 1 and 4 and d2 between 2 and 3 19 8 MJ Mark the mid points of d1 and d2 If the reference points 1 and 3 are located on different sides of the mid point then subtract d
21. tomatic power off Operating status indicator Power supply Battery life 2 points and 1 line Distance 5 m lt 4 mm Distance 20 m lt 16 mm Distance 5 m lt 2 2 mm 5 typical Activated after 15 min LED and laser beams AA size batteries Alkaline batteries 4 Alkaline battery 2 500 mAh Temperature 25 C 77 F 20 h Typical Operating temperature range Min 10 C Max 50 C 14 to 122 F Storage temperature Min 25 C Max 63 C 13 to 145 F Dust and water spray protection except battery compartment Tripod thread tool Tripod thread foot IP 54 as per IEC 529 UNC BSW 5 8 UNC1 4 Weight with the foot but without batteries 0 413 kg 0 911 Ibs Dimensions with the foot 140 mm X 73 mm X 107 mm 16 without the foot 96 mm X 65 mm X 107 mm 5 Safety instructions In addition to the information relevant to safety given in each of the sections of these operating instructions the following points must be strictly observed at all times 5 1 General safety instructions a Check the accuracy of the tool before using it to take measurements b The tool and its ancillary equipment may present hazards when used incorrectly by untrained per sonnel or when used not as directed c To avoid the risk of injury use only genuine Hilti accessories and additional equipment d Modification of the tool is not permissible e Observe the information printed in
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