After turning the laser on and allowing it to self-level, hold the
Auto/Man key for a few seconds until the X LED is lit continually.
The laser is in automatic self-leveling mode in Y axis, and manual
mode in X axis.
Press (^) on the keypad to match a positive slope in X and (v) to
match a negative slope; the Y axis will stay level.
Press twice on the Auto/Man key to return to the automatic mode.
• Manual Mode
Set the laser over a start point. Turn the laser so that the side of
the laser with the handle, +X, faces the direction of the slope
(and -X faces away). Use the sighting groove on the top of the
housing to roughly align the X axis of the laser to the second
point. After turning the laser on and allowing it to self-level,
press the Auto/Man key. The X LED will blink, indicating you're
in manual mode and can match slope in the X axis. Press (^) on
the keypad to match a positive slope in X and (v) to match a
negative slope.
To switch to the Y axis, press the H.I. key. Both LEDs will blink,
indicating you're in manual mode and can match slope in the Y
axis. Press (^) to match a positive slope and (v) to match a negative
slope. Press the Auto/Man key to return to automatic mode.
NOTE: The Y axis grade will be at a 90° angle from the
X axis grade output.
CAUTION: In manual mode, the beam rotates even if
the laser is not leveled. The H.I. Alert function is not
available when the unit is in manual mode.
2.6 Batteries
• Laser battery
The LT200 has a NiCad rechargeable battery that should be
charged for 15 hours before first use.
• Charging the battery
1. Remove the charging connector cover on the side of the
laser. Insert the charger plug and fully engage the threads.
2. Plug the charger into an electrical outlet (110 volts or 220
volts, depending on charger and country).
3. Charge for 15 hours. When the charger is plugged in, a red
light will illuminate on the charger.
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The LT200 can be charged while working. If electricity is available
on the job site, simply plug in the charger and keep on working.
For optimum life of the battery, it is recommended to charge the
battery after fully discharged. To assure battery life, do not
charge over 20 hours.
Although the LT200 is waterproof, do not charge it
while it is in water or submerged.
3. Checking and Adjusting the LT200
THIS CHAPTER IS VERY IMPORTANT: Here are a few simple
instructions to check your laser for calibration. The laser is a
precision instrument and it is important that you keep it cali-
brated and in proper condition. The accuracy of your work is
completely your responsibility and you should check your
instrument before beginning each job, and especially after the
instrument has taken a sharp jolt or been dropped, or when
temperature changes greater than 50 degrees F (28 degrees C)
have occurred.
• How to Check and Calibrate
The laser has 2 horizontal axes: X and Y
Each axis must be checked for calibration. If needed, the axis
can be calibrated, carefully following the instructions. You may
also take the laser to a service center for calibration.
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