Bosch GPL 3 Professional: English
English: Bosch GPL 3 Professional
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Kundendienst und Kundenberatung
Nicht mehr gebrauchsfähige Akkus/Batterien können direkt
Der Kundendienst beantwortet Ihre Fragen zu Reparatur und
abgegeben werden bei:
Wartung Ihres Produkts sowie zu Ersatzteilen. Explosions-
Deutschland
zeichnungen und Informationen zu Ersatzteilen finden Sie
Recyclingzentrum Elektrowerkzeuge
auch unter:
Osteroder Landstraße 3
www.bosch-pt.com
37589 Kalefeld
Das Bosch-Kundenberater-Team hilft Ihnen gerne bei Fragen
Schweiz
zu Kauf, Anwendung und Einstellung von Produkten und Zu-
Batrec AG
behören.
3752 Wimmis BE
www.powertool-portal.de, das Internetportal für Hand-
Änderungen vorbehalten.
werker und Heimwerker.
www.ewbc.de, der Informations-Pool für Handwerk und
Ausbildung.
Deutschland
English
Robert Bosch GmbH
Servicezentrum Elektrowerkzeuge
Safety Notes
Zur Luhne 2
37589 Kalefeld – Willershausen
Point Laser
Tel. Kundendienst: +49 (1805) 70 74 10*
Fax: +49 (1805) 70 74 11*
Working safely with the measuring tool is
(*Festnetzpreis 14 ct/min, höchstens 42 ct/min aus Mobil-
possible only when the operating and safety
funknetzen)
information are read completely and the in-
E-Mail: Servicezentrum.Elektrowerkzeuge@de.bosch.com
structions contained therein are strictly fol-
Tel. Kundenberatung: +49 (1803) 33 57 99
lowed. Never make warning labels on the
(Festnetzpreis 9 ct/min, höchstens 42 ct/min aus Mobil-
measuring tool unrecognisable. SAVE
funknetzen)
THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
Fax: +49 (711) 7 58 19 30
f Caution – The use of other operating or adjusting
E-Mail: kundenberatung.ew@de.bosch.com
equipment or the application of other processing
methods than those mentioned here, can lead to
Österreich
dangerous radiation exposure.
Tel.: +43 (01) 7 97 22 20 10
f The measuring tool is provided with a warning label in
Fax: +43 (01) 7 97 22 20 11
English (marked with number 5 in the representation
E-Mail: service.elektrowerkzeuge@at.bosch.com
of the measuring tool on the graphics page).
Schweiz
Tel.: +41 (044) 8 47 15 11
Fax: +41 (044) 8 47 15 51
Luxemburg
Tel.: +32 2 588 0589
Fax: +32 2 588 0595
IEC 60825-1:2007-03
E-Mail: outillage.gereedschap@be.bosch.com
<
1 mW, 635 nm
Entsorgung
Messwerkzeuge, Zubehör und Verpackungen sollen einer
f Do not direct the laser beam at persons or animals and
umweltgerechten Wiederverwertung zugeführt werden.
do not stare into the laser beam yourself. This measur-
ing tool produces laser class 2 laser radiation according to
Werfen Sie Messwerkzeuge und Akkus/Batterien nicht in den
IEC 60825-1. This can lead to persons being blinded.
Hausmüll!
f Do not use the laser viewing glasses as safety goggles.
Nur für EU-Länder:
The laser viewing glasses are used for improved visualisa-
Gemäß der europäischen Richtlinie
tion of the laser beam, but they do not protect against laser
2002/96/EG müssen nicht mehr ge-
radiation.
brauchsfähige Messwerkzeuge und gemäß
f Do not use the laser viewing glasses as sun glasses or in
der europäischen Richtlinie 2006/66/EG
traffic. The laser viewing glasses do not afford complete
müssen defekte oder verbrauchte Akkus/
UV protection and reduce colour perception.
Batterien getrennt gesammelt und einer
f Have the measuring tool repaired only through quali-
umweltgerechten Wiederverwendung zu-
fied specialists using original spare parts. This ensures
geführt werden.
that the safety of the measuring tool is maintained.
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f Do not allow children to use the laser measuring tool
Technical Data
without supervision. They could unintentionally blind
other persons or themselves.
Point Laser GPL 3
f Do not operate the measuring tool in explosive environ-
Article number
3 601 K66 1..
ments, such as in the presence of flammable liquids,
Working range
30 m
gases or dusts. Sparks can be created in the measuring
Levelling Accuracy
± 0.3 mm/m
tool which may ignite the dust or fumes.
Self-levelling range (typical) along-
side the
Holder
– longitudinal axis
± 5°
Keep the holder 8 away from cardiac
– lateral axis
± 3°
pacemakers. The magnets 12 generate a
Levelling duration, typically
<4s
field that can impair the function of cardiac
pacemakers.
Operating temperature
–10 °C...+40 °C
Storage temperature
–20 °C...+70 °C
f Keep the holder 8 away from magnetic data medium
Relative air humidity, max.
90 %
and magnetically-sensitive equipment. The effect of the
Laser class
2
magnets 12 can lead to irreversible data loss.
Laser type
635 nm, <1 mW
Tripod mount
1/4"
Product Description and
Batteries
3x1.5VLR06(AA)
Specifications
Operating life time, approx.
24 h
Weight according to
Please unfold the fold-out page with the representation of the
EPTA-Procedure 01/2003
0.25 kg
measuring tool and leave it unfolded while reading the operat-
ing instructions.
Dimensions (length x width x height)
104x40x80mm
Degree of protection
IP 5X
Intended Use
The measuring tool can be clearly identified with the serial number 7 on
The measuring tool is intended for determining and checking
the type plate.
horizontal and vertical lines as well as plumb points.
Assembly
Product Features
The numbering of the product features shown refers to the
Inserting/Replacing the Battery
illustration of the measuring tool on the graphic page.
Alkali-manganese batteries are recommended for the meas-
1 Exit opening for laser beam
uring tool.
2 Latch of battery lid
To open the battery compartment 3, turn the latch 2 in clock-
3 Battery lid
wise direction to position and pull off the battery lid. In-
sert the batteries provided. When inserting, pay attention to
4 On/Off switch
the correct polarity according to the representation on the in-
5 Laser warning label
side of the battery compartment.
6 Tripod mount 1/4"
Position the battery lid to the bottom of the housing and then
7 Serial number
push it upward. To lock the battery lid, turn the latch 2 in anti-
8 Holder
clockwise direction to the position.
9 Locking screw for holder
When the laser beams flash slowly during operation, the bat-
teries are low. When the flashing begins, the measuring tool
10 Screw holes of holder
can be operated for approx. 8 h.
11 Opening for strap attachment
Always replace all batteries at the same time. Only use batter-
12 Magnets
ies from one brand and with the identical capacity.
13 1/4" tripod mount on holder
f Remove the batteries from the measuring tool when
14 5/8" tripod mount on holder
not using it for extended periods. When storing for ex-
15 Measuring plate with stand*
tended periods, the batteries can corrode and discharge
themselves.
16 Protective pouch
17 Laser viewing glasses*
Operation
18 Tripod*
* The accessories illustrated or described are not included as
Initial Operation
standard delivery.
f Protect the measuring tool against moisture and direct
sun light.
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f Do not subject the measuring tool to extreme tempera-
In case of ground vibrations or position changes during
tures or variations in temperature. As an example, do
operation, the measuring tool is automatically levelled in
not leave it in vehicles for long time. In case of large varia-
again. To avoid errors by moving the measuring tool, check
tions in temperature, allow the measuring tool to adjust to
the position of the laser beams with regard to the reference
the ambient temperature before putting it into operation.
points upon re-levelling.
In case of extreme temperatures or variations in tempera-
ture, the accuracy of the measuring tool can be impaired.
Levelling Accuracy
f Avoid heavy impact or falling of the measuring tool. Af-
Influences on Accuracy
ter heavy exterior impact on the measuring tool, an accura-
cy check should always be carried out before continuing to
The ambient temperature has the greatest influence. Espe-
work (see “Levelling Accuracy”).
cially temperature differences occurring from the ground up-
ward can divert the laser beam.
f Switch the measuring tool off during transport. When
switching off, the levelling unit, which can be damaged in
As thermal fluctuation is largest close to the ground, the
case of intense movement, is locked.
measuring tool, if possible, should be mounted on a commer-
cially available tripod and placed in the centre of the working
Switching On and Off
area.
To switch on the measuring tool, push the On/Off switch 4
Apart from exterior influences, device-specific influences
upward so that “I” is indicated on the switch. Immediately af-
(such as heavy impact or falling down) can lead to deviations.
ter switching on, the measuring tool sends a laser beam out of
Therefore, check the accuracy of the measuring tool each
each exit opening 1.
time before starting your work.
f Do not point the laser beam at persons or animals and
Should the measuring tool exceed the maximum deviation
do not look into the laser beam yourself, not even from
during one of the tests, please have it repaired by a Bosch af-
a large distance.
ter-sales service.
To switch off the measuring tool, push the On/Off switch 4
Checking the Horizontal Levelling Accuracy
downward so that “0” is indicated on the switch. When
switching off, the levelling unit is locked.
A free measuring distance of 20 m on a firm surface between
two walls A and B is required for the check.
Setting the Automatic Switch-off
– Mount the measuring tool onto the holder or a tripod, or
By default, the measuring tool automatically shuts off
place it on a firm and level surface close to wall A. Switch
20 minutes after being switched on.
the measuring tool on.
The automatic switch-off can be set from 20 minutes to
8 hours. For this, switch the measuring tool on, then immedi-
ately off, and then on again within 4 s. To confirm the change,
A
B
all laser beams will flash quickly for 2 s after switching on the
second time.
f Do not leave the switched on measuring tool unattend-
ed and switch the measuring tool off after use. Other
persons could be blinded by the laser beam.
When switching on the measuring tool the next time, the auto-
matic switch-off is set to 20 minutes again.
20 m
Working with Automatic Levelling
– Direct the horizontal laser beam against the close wall A
Position the measuring tool on a level and firm support, attach
and allow the measuring tool to level in. Mark the centre of
it to the holder 8 or to the tripod 18.
the laser beam on the wall (point I).
After switching on, the automatic levelling function automati-
cally compensates irregularities within the self-levelling range
from ± 5° (longitudinal axis) and ± 3° (lateral axis). The level-
A
B
ling is finished as soon as the laser points do not move any
180˚
more.
If the automatic levelling function is not possible, e.g. be-
cause the surface on which the measuring tool stands devi-
ates by more than 5 ° or 3 ° from the horizontal plane, the laser
beams flash rapidly. In this case, bring the measuring tool to
the level position and wait for the self-levelling to take place.
As soon as the measuring tool is within the self-levelling range
of ± 5° or ±3° respectively, all laser beams light up continu-
– Turn the measuring tool around by 180°, allow it to level in
ously again.
and mark the centre point of the laser beam on the oppo-
site wall B (point II).
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– Without turning the measuring tool, position it close to wall
low the measuring tool to level in. Mark the centre of the
B. Switch the measuring tool on and allow it to level in.
upper laser point on the line on the ceiling (point I). Also,
mark the centre of the laser point on the floor (point II).
A
B
d
– Align the height of the measuring tool (using the tripod or
by underlaying, if required) in such a manner that the cen-
tre point of the laser beam is projected exactly against the
– Rotate the measuring tool by 180°. Position it in such a
previously marked point II on wall B.
manner that the centre of the bottom laser point is direct-
ed on the already marked point II and the upper laser point
is directed against the line on the ceiling. Allow the meas-
A
180˚
B
uring tool to level in. Mark the centre of the upper laser
point on the line on the ceiling (point III).
– The difference d of both marked points I and III on the ceil-
d
ing results in the actual deviation of the measuring tool to
the plumb line.
On the measuring distance of 2 x 5 m = 10 m, the maximum
allowable deviation is:
10 m x ± 0.3 mm/m = ±3 mm.
Thus, the difference d
between points I and III must not
– Rotate the measuring tool by 180° without changing the
exceed 3 mm (max.).
height. Allow it to level in and mark the centre point of the
laser beam on wall A (point III). Take care that point III is
Working Advice
as vertical as possible above or below point I.
f Always use the centre of the laser point for marking.
– The difference d of both marked points I and III on wall A
The size of the laser point changes with the distance.
indicates the actual height deviation of the measuring tool.
On the measuring distance of 2 x 20 m = 40 m, the maximum
Attaching with the Holder
allowable deviation is: 40 m x ± 0.3 mm/m = ±12 mm.
To fasten the measuring tool on the holder 8, screw the lock-
Thus, the difference d between points I and III may not ex-
ing screw 9 of the holder into the 1/4" tripod mount 6 on the
ceed 12 mm (max.).
measuring tool and tighten. To rotate the measuring tool on
Checking the Vertical Levelling Accuracy
the holder, slightly loosen the screw 9.
For this check, a free measuring distance of approx. 5 m be-
– Rotate the measuring tool on the holder 8 sideward or to-
tween floor and ceiling on a firm surface is required.
ward the rear to make the bottom plumb beam visible.
– Rotate the measuring tool on the holder 8 to project
– Draw a straight line on the ceiling.
heights with the horizontal laser beam.
– Mount the measuring tool to the holder or a tripod. Switch
the measuring tool on and rotate it in such a manner that
With the holder 8, the measuring tool can be attached as
the bottom plumb beam can be seen on the floor.
follows:
– Mount the holder 8 to the tripod 18 or a commercially
available camera tripod via the 1/4" tripod mount 13. For
fastening to a commercially available construction tripod,
use the 5/8" tripod mount 14.
– The holder 8 can be fastened to steel parts via the magnets
5 m
12.
–The holder 8 can be fastened to drywalls or wood walls
with screws. For this, insert screws with a minimum length
of 60 mm into the screw holes 10 of the holder.
– The holder 8 can also be fastened to pipes or similar beams
using a commercially available strap by threading it
– Position the measuring tool in such a manner that the up-
through the opening 11 for strap attachment.
per plumb beam points against the line on the ceiling. Al-
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Working with the Tripod (Accessory)
Our customer service representatives can answer your ques-
A tripod 18 offers a stable, height-adjustable measuring sup-
tions concerning possible applications and adjustment of
port. Place the measuring tool via the tripod mount 6 onto the
products and accessories.
1/4" male thread of the tripod and screw the locking screw of
the tripod tight.
Great Britain
Robert Bosch Ltd. (B.S.C.)
Working with the Measuring Plate (Accessory)
P.O. Box 98
With the measuring plate 15, it is possible to project the laser
Broadwater Park
mark onto the floor or the laser height onto a wall.
North Orbital Road
With the zero field and the scale, the offset or drop to the re-
Denham
quired height can be measured and projected at another loca-
Uxbridge
tion. This eliminates the necessity of precisely adjusting the
UB 9 5HJ
measuring tool to the height to be projected.
Tel. Service: +44 (0844) 736 0109
Fax: +44 (0844) 736 0146
The measuring plate 15 has a reflective coating that enhances
E-Mail: boschservicecentre@bosch.com
the visibility of the laser beam at greater distances or in intense
sunlight. The brightness intensification can be seen only when
Ireland
viewing, parallel to the laser beam, onto the measuring plate.
Origo Ltd.
Laser Viewing Glasses (Accessory)
Unit 23 Magna Drive
Magna Business Park
The laser viewing glasses filter out the ambient light. This
City West
makes the red light of the laser appear brighter for the eyes.
Dublin 24
f Do not use the laser viewing glasses as safety goggles.
Tel. Service: +353 (01) 4 66 67 00
The laser viewing glasses are used for improved visualisa-
Fax: +353 (01) 4 66 68 88
tion of the laser beam, but they do not protect against laser
radiation.
Australia, New Zealand and Pacific Islands
f Do not use the laser viewing glasses as sun glasses or in
Robert Bosch Australia Pty. Ltd.
traffic. The laser viewing glasses do not afford complete
Power Tools
UV protection and reduce colour perception.
Locked Bag 66
Clayton South VIC 3169
Customer Contact Center
Maintenance and Service
Inside Australia:
Maintenance and Cleaning
Phone: +61 (01300) 307 044
Fax: +61 (01300) 307 045
Store and transport the measuring tool only in the supplied
Inside New Zealand:
protective pouch.
Phone: +64 (0800) 543 353
Keep the measuring tool clean at all times.
Fax: +64 (0800) 428 570
Do not immerse the measuring tool in water or other fluids.
Outside AU and NZ:
Wipe off debris using a moist and soft cloth. Do not use any
Phone: +61 (03) 9541 5555
cleaning agents or solvents.
www.bosch.com.au
Regularly clean the surfaces at the exit opening of the laser in
Republic of South Africa
particular, and pay attention to any fluff of fibres.
Customer service
If the measuring tool should fail despite the care taken in man-
Hotline: +27 (011) 6 51 96 00
ufacturing and testing procedures, repair should be carried
out by an authorised after-sales service centre for Bosch pow-
Gauteng – BSC Service Centre
er tools. Do not open the measuring tool yourself.
35 Roper Street, New Centre
Johannesburg
In all correspondence and spare parts orders, please always
Tel.: +27 (011) 4 93 93 75
include the 10-digit article number given on the type plate of
Fax: +27 (011) 4 93 01 26
the measuring tool.
E-Mail: bsctools@icon.co.za
In case of repairs, send in the measuring tool packed in its
KZN – BSC Service Centre
protective pouch 16.
Unit E, Almar Centre
143 Crompton Street
After-sales Service and Customer Assistance
Pinetown
Our after-sales service responds to your questions concern-
Tel.: +27 (031) 7 01 21 20
ing maintenance and repair of your product as well as spare
Fax: +27 (031) 7 01 24 46
parts. Exploded views and information on spare parts can
E-Mail: bsc.dur@za.bosch.com
also be found under:
www.bosch-pt.com
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Western Cape – BSC Service Centre
Malaysia
Democracy Way, Prosperity Park
Robert Bosch (S.E.A.) Sdn. Bhd.
Milnerton
No. 8A, Jalan 13/6
Tel.: +27 (021) 5 51 25 77
G.P.O. Box 10818
Fax: +27 (021) 5 51 32 23
46200 Petaling Jaya
E-Mail: bsc@zsd.co.za
Selangor, Malaysia
Bosch Headquarters
Tel.: +60 (3) 7966 3194
Midrand, Gauteng
Fax: +60 (3) 7958 3838
Tel.: +27 (011) 6 51 96 00
cheehoe.on@my.bosch.com
Fax: +27 (011) 6 51 98 80
Toll-Free: 1800 880 188
E-Mail: rbsa-hq.pts@za.bosch.com
www.bosch-pt.com.my
People’s Republic of China
Thailand
China Mainland
Robert Bosch Ltd.
Bosch Power Tools (China) Co., Ltd.
Liberty Square Building
567, Bin Kang Road
No. 287, 11 Floor
Bin Jiang District 310052
Silom Road, Bangrak
Hangzhou, P.R.China
Bangkok 10500
Service Hotline: 400 826 8484
Tel.: +66 (2) 6 31 18 79 – 18 88 (10 lines)
Fax: +86 571 8777 4502
Fax: +66 (2) 2 38 47 83
E-Mail: contact.ptcn@cn.bosch.com
Robert Bosch Ltd., P. O. Box 2054
www.bosch-pt.com.cn
Bangkok 10501, Thailand
HK and Macau Special Administrative Regions
Bosch Service – Training Centre
Robert Bosch Hong Kong Co. Ltd.
2869-2869/1 Soi Ban Kluay
21st Floor, 625 King’s Road
Rama IV Road (near old Paknam Railway)
North Point, Hong Kong
Prakanong District
Customer Service Hotline: +852 2101 0235
10110 Bangkok
Fax: +852 2590 9762
Thailand
E-Mail: info@hk.bosch.com
Tel.: +66 (2) 6 71 78 00 – 4
www.bosch-pt.com.hk
Fax: +66 (2) 2 49 42 96
Fax: +66 (2) 2 49 52 99
Indonesia
PT. Multi Mayaka
Singapore
Kawasan Industri Pulogadung
Robert Bosch (SEA) Pte. Ltd.
Jalan Rawa Gelam III No. 2
11 Bishan Street 21
Jakarta 13930
Singapore 573943
Indonesia
Tel.: +65 6571 2772
Tel.: +62 (21) 46 83 25 22
Fax: +65 6350 5315
Fax: +62 (21) 46 82 86 45/68 23
leongheng.leow@sg.bosch.com
E-Mail: sales@multimayaka.co.id
Toll-Free: 1800 333 8333
www.bosch-pt.co.id
www.bosch-pt.com.sg
Philippines
Vietnam
Robert Bosch, Inc.
Robert Bosch Vietnam Co. Ltd
28th Floor Fort Legend Towers,
10/F, 194 Golden Building
3rd Avenue corner 31st Street,
473 Dien Bien Phu Street
Fort Bonifacio Global City,
Ward 25, Binh Thanh District
1634 Taguig City, Philippines
84 Ho Chi Minh City
Tel.: +63 (2) 870 3871
Vietnam
Fax: +63 (2) 870 3870
Tel.: +84 (8) 6258 3690 ext. 413
matheus.contiero@ph.bosch.com
Fax: +84 (8) 6258 3692
www.bosch-pt.com.ph
hieu.lagia@vn.bosch.com
www.bosch-pt.com
Bosch Service Center:
9725-27 Kamagong Street
San Antonio Village
Disposal
Makati City, Philippines
Measuring tools, accessories and packaging should be sorted
Tel.: +63 (2) 899 9091
for environmental-friendly recycling.
Fax: +63 (2) 897 6432
Do not dispose of measuring tools and batteries/rechargeable
rosalie.dagdagan@ph.bosch.com
batteries into household waste!
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