Ryobi Laser Level ELL0006 User Guide

OPERATOR’S MANUAL  
AIRgripProCrossLASER LEvEL  
SELf-LEvELINg  
ELL0006  
Your laser level has been engineered and manufactured to our high standard for dependability, ease of operation, and  
operator safety. When properly cared for, it will give you years of rugged, trouble-free performance.  
WARNINg: To reduce the risk of injury, the user must read and understand the operator’s manual before using  
this product.  
Thank you for your purchase.  
SAvE THIS MANUAL fOR fUTURE REfERENCE  
 
gENERAL SAfETY RULES  
Do not place the unit in a position that may cause anyone  
to stare into the laser beam intentionally or unintentionally.  
Serious eye injury could result.  
WARNINg!  
READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL INSTRUCTIONS. Fail-  
ure to follow all instructions listed below, may result in  
electric shock, fire and/or serious personal injury.  
Do not operate the laser level around children or allow  
children to operate the product. Serious eye injury could  
result.  
Always turn the laser level off when not in use. Leaving the  
product on increases the risk of someone inadvertently  
staring into the laser beam.  
CAUTION:  
Use of controls or adjustments or performance of pro-  
cedures other than those specified herein may result in  
hazardous radiation exposure.  
Do not operate the unit in combustible areas such as in  
the presence of flammable liquids, gasses, or dust.  
Always ensure the laser beam is aimed at a surface with-  
out reflective properties. Shiny reflective materials are not  
suitable for laser use.  
CAUTION:  
When using the base, always check to be sure the unit is  
securely seated. Damage to the product and/or serious  
injury to the user could result if the unit falls.  
The use of an optical instrument with this product will  
increase eye hazard.  
Handle the unit with care. Treat it as you would any other  
The laser guide radiation used in the laser level attachment  
is Class IIIa with < 5mW and 635 nm wavelengths. These  
lasers do not normally present an optical hazard, although  
staring at the beam may cause flash blindness.  
optical device such as a camera or binoculars.  
Avoid exposing the unit to shock, continuous vibration, or  
extreme hot or cold temperatures. Damage to the product  
and/or serious injury to the user could result.  
Avoid direct eye exposure when using the laser and do  
not project the laser beam directly into the eyes of others.  
Serious eye injury could result.  
Save these instructions. Refer to them frequently and  
use them to instruct others who may use this product. If  
you loan someone this unit, loan them these instructions  
also.  
Do not remove or deface any product labels. Removing  
product labels increases the risk of exposure to laser  
radiation.  
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SYMBOLS  
Some of the following symbols may be used on this product. Please study them and learn their meaning. Proper  
interpretation of these symbols will allow you to operate the product better and safer.  
SYMBOL  
NAME  
DESIgNATION/EXPLANATION  
V
Volts  
Voltage  
Current  
A
Hz  
W
Amperes  
Hertz  
Frequency (cycles per second)  
Power  
Watt  
min  
Minutes  
Time  
Alternating Current  
Direct Current  
Type of current  
Type or a characteristic of current  
Rotational speed, at no load  
Double-insulated construction  
Revolutions, strokes, surface speed, orbits etc., per minute  
n
o
No Load Speed  
Class II Construction  
Per Minute  
.../min  
Wet Conditions Alert  
Do not expose to rain or use in damp locations.  
To reduce the risk of injury, user must read and understand  
operator’s manual before using this product.  
Read The Operator’s Manual  
Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields and,  
as necessary, a full face shield when operating this product.  
Eye Protection  
Safety Alert  
Precautions that involve your safety.  
Failure to keep your hands away from the blade will result in serious  
personal injury.  
No Hands Symbol  
Failure to keep your hands away from the blade will result in serious  
personal injury.  
No Hands Symbol  
No Hands Symbol  
No Hands Symbol  
Failure to keep your hands away from the blade will result in serious  
personal injury.  
Failure to keep your hands away from the blade will result in serious  
personal injury.  
To reduce the risk of injury or damage, avoid contact with any hot  
surface.  
Hot Surface  
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SYMBOLS  
The following signal words and meanings are intended to explain the levels of risk associated with this product.  
SYMBOL  
SIgNAL  
MEANINg  
Indicates an imminently hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, will result  
in death or serious injury.  
DANgER:  
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, could result  
in death or serious injury.  
WARNINg:  
CAUTION:  
CAUTION:  
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, may result in  
minor or moderate injury.  
(Without Safety Alert Symbol) Indicates a situation that may result in property  
damage.  
SERvICE  
WARNINg:  
This unit has no serviceable parts. If the unit fails due to  
normal wear and tear within two years of purchase, return  
with original receipt for a replacement unit at no charge. Call  
1-800-5ꢀ5-ꢀ579 for your nearest AUTHORIZED SERvICE  
CENTER.  
To avoid serious personal injury, do not attempt to use this  
product until you read thoroughly and understand com-  
pletely the operator’s manual. If you do not understand  
the warnings and instructions in the operator’s manual,  
do not use this product. Call Ryobi customer service for  
assistance.  
SAvE THESE INSTRUCTIONS  
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fEATURES  
PRODUCT SPECIfICATIONS  
Recommended Use.....................................................................................................................................................Indoors  
AIRgrip Power Supply .......................................................................................................... ꢀ AA, 1.5 Volt Alkaline Batteries  
Laser Power Supply ............................................................................................................. ꢀ AA, 1.5 Volt Alkaline Batteries  
Battery Life for AIRgrip Vacuum...................................................................................................... 4 Hours Continuous Use  
Battery Life for Laser..................................................................................................................... 40 Hours Continuous Use  
Operating Temperature......................................................................................................................................3ꢀ°F to 104°F  
Laser..............................................................................................................................................Class IIIa, < 5mW, 635 nm  
Length of Laser Line......................................................................................................................Up to 50 ft. each direction  
Horizontal Accuracy ..................................................................................................................................... ± 1/4 in. at ꢀ5 ft.  
Vertical Accuracy...................± 1/4 in. at ꢀ5 ft. when measured at ± 4 ft. from center of crosshair laser on vertical surface  
Laser Coverage ..................................................................................... 1ꢀ0° in Static Position, Rotating Head Covers ꢀ70°  
ROTATIONAL  
ADJUSTMENT KNOB  
LASER  
POWER/MODE  
SELECTOR  
LASER LENS  
COVER  
AIRGRIP  
VACUUM BASE  
LASER LENS HOUSING  
LINE HEIGHT  
ADJUSTMENT  
KNOB  
VACUUM BASE  
ON/OFF BUTTON  
TRIPOD  
MOUNTING HOLE  
VACUUM RELEASE  
BUTTON  
Fig. 1  
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fEATURES  
TRIPOD ADAPTOR  
AND ADAPTOR  
STORAGE  
ROUGH SURFACE  
ADAPTOR  
PUSH PIN  
AND PIN  
STORAGE  
PUSH PIN  
HOLES  
HOOK-AND-LOOP  
STRAP  
STRAP  
LOOPS  
MULTI-FUNCTION  
BASE  
Fig. ꢀ  
KNOW YOUR CROSSHAIR LASER LEvEL  
LASER POWER/MODE SELECTOR  
The laser power/mode selector is used to select one of three  
availableoperatingmodeshorizontalmode,verticalmode,  
or crosshair mode.  
See Figures 1 - 2.  
The safe use of this product requires an understanding of  
the information on the product and in this operator’s manual  
as well as a knowledge of the project you are attempting.  
Before use of this product, familiarize yourself with all oper-  
ating features and safety rules.  
MULTI-fUNCTION BASE  
The multi-function base allows the laser level to be used on  
irregularly shaped walls or objects. It features built-in loops  
for a hook-and-loop strap, angled holes for push pins, and  
storage compartments for the push pins and the 1/4 in.  
tripod adaptor. The base also protects the unit when using  
on a dusty or dirty surface and during storage.  
ADJUSTMENT KNOBS  
The rotational and line height adjustment knobs are used to  
fine tune your laser line settings.  
AIRgRIP vACUUM TECHNOLOgY  
ROUgH SURfACE ADAPTOR  
The rough surface adaptorincreases the number of surfaces  
on which the AIRgrip vacuum can be used.  
This product uses a vacuum base that can adhere to smooth  
surfaces. Using the vacuum seal prevents wall damage  
caused by nails or adhesive tape. The vacuum base also  
features a 5/8 in. - ꢀ0 tripod mount.  
vACUUM BASE ON/Off BUTTON  
The vacuum base of your laser level conveniently turns on  
and off at the touch of a button.  
HOOK-AND-LOOP STRAP  
The hook-and-loop strap can be used to attach the unit to  
a variety of irregularly shaped surfaces.  
LASER HOUSINg  
The laser housi g o your level rotates to allow for 360˚ of  
laser line coverage.  
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ASSEMBLY  
UNPACKINg  
This product has been shipped completely assembled.  
WARNINg:  
Carefully remove the product and any accessories from  
the box. Make sure that all items listed in the packing list  
are included.  
If any parts are damaged or missing do not operate  
this product. Please return to the place of purchase or  
call 1-800-5ꢀ5-ꢀ579 for assistance.  
Inspect the product carefully to make sure no breakage  
or damage occurred during shipping.  
WARNINg:  
Do not discard the packing material until you have care-  
fully inspected and satisfactorily operated the product.  
Do not attempt to modify this product or create acces-  
sories not recommended for use with this product. Any  
such alteration or modification is misuse and could result  
in a hazardous condition leading to possible serious  
personal injury.  
If any parts are damaged or missing, please call  
1-800-5ꢀ5-ꢀ579 for assistance.  
PACKINg LIST  
Crosshair Laser Level  
Hook-and-Loop Strap  
Tripod Adaptor  
Case  
AA Batteries (4)  
Rough Surface Adaptor  
Multi-Function Base  
Push Pins (ꢀ)  
Operator’s Manual  
OPERATION  
WARNINg:  
Do not allow familiarity with this product to make you  
careless. Remember that a careless fraction of a second is  
sufficient to inflict serious injury.  
BATTERy COVER  
PLATE  
AA BATTERIES  
WARNINg:  
Do not use any attachments or accessories not recom-  
mended by the manufacturer of this product. The use of  
attachments or accessories not recommended can result  
in serious personal injury.  
APPLICATIONS  
You may use this product for the purposes listed below:  
Aligning multiple pictures on a wall  
Aligning wallpaper borders or chair rails  
Lining up floor or wall tile  
Fig. 3  
INSTALLINg BATTERIES  
See Figures 3 - 4.  
Install two AA batteries according to polarity indicators  
There are two battery compartments for the laser level, one  
for the AIRgrip vacuum and one for the laser.  
(+ or −) i side the battery compartme t.  
Reinstall the battery cover plate.  
To install batteries for the AIRgrip vacuum:  
To install batteries for the laser:  
Locate the battery compartment on the base of the laser  
level and remove the battery cover plate.  
Rotate the line height adjustment knob to raise the laser  
lens housing to its highest position.  
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OPERATION  
Rotate the laser lens housing until the battery compart-  
ment comes into view.  
LASER LENS  
HOUSING  
ROTATIONAL  
ADJUSTMENT  
KNOB  
Remove battery cover plate.  
Install two AA batteries according to polarity indicators  
(+ or −) i side the battery compartme t.  
Reinstall the battery cover plate.  
NOTE: Remove the batteries from both the vacuum base  
and the laser if you will not be using the unit for an extended  
time.  
BATTERy  
COVER PLATE  
TURNINg THE vACUUM BASE ON/Off  
See Figure 5.  
Press the button located on the right side of the vacuum  
base to turn it on and off. Always wait for at least 5 seconds  
between stopping and restarting the unit.  
LINE HEIGHT  
ADJUSTMENT  
KNOB  
USINg THE AIRgRIP vACUUM  
See Figure 5.  
Fig. 4  
Vacuum grip technology allows the unit to be attached to  
most smooth surfaces.  
NOTE: The multi-function base is not used when mounting  
by vacuum grip.  
AIRGRIP  
VACUUM  
ON/OFF  
Place the unit on the surface you want it secured to and  
press against the surface slightly to seal.  
BUTTON  
Continue to hold the unit against the surface while press-  
ing the on/off button.  
Slowly release the unit when you hear a change in motor  
sound.  
NOTE: Before releasing the unit, make sure the unit is  
securely adhered to the surface.  
NOTE: To release the vacuum seal, turn the power to the  
vacuum base off. For fast release, press the vacuum release  
button located on the left side of the unit. Pulling the unit  
off the wall without releasing the vacuum could damage  
the product.  
VACUUM  
RELEASE  
BUTTON  
Fig. 5  
To reposition the laser level while it is adhered to a sur-  
face, depress the vacuum release button while allowing  
the AIRgrip vacuum to continue running. This will release  
the seal enough to allow you to slide the unit to a different  
position.  
LASER ON/OFF  
BUTTON  
TURNINg THE LASER ON/Off  
See Figure 6.  
Depressing the on/off button located on the top of the laser  
level cycles the laser through three different operational  
modes.  
Depress the button once to turn on a horizontal laser  
line.  
Depress the button again to switch to a vertical line.  
Depress the button a third time to switch to the crosshair  
laser line.  
Turn the laser off by depressing the button a fourth  
Fig. 6  
time.  
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OPERATION  
ROUgH SURfACE ADAPTOR  
See Figure 7.  
By using the rough surface adaptor, you can use the AIRgrip  
feature to position the unit on many non-smooth surfaces,  
including brick and painted cinder block.  
NOTE: The AIRgrip feature cannot be used with stucco or  
unpainted cinder block.  
Place the adaptor over the AIRgrip base.  
Place the unit against the desired surface and press  
slightly to engage the seal.  
Continue to hold the unit against the surface while press-  
ing the on/off button.  
Slowly release the unit when you hear a change in motor  
sound.  
Fig. 7  
CAUTION:  
Before releasing the unit, make sure the unit is securely  
adhered to the surface.  
USINg THE MULTI-fUNCTION BASE  
See Figures 8 - 9.  
Hook-and-loop strap and push pin methods are available  
when the multi-function base is installed. To install, snap the  
base over the AIRgrip vacuum seal.  
HOOK-AND-LOOPSTRAP:Thestrapcanbeusedtoattach  
the laser level to irregularly shaped objects such as pipes,  
boards, or metal grates.  
Attach the strap to the multi-function base by threading it  
through the loops. The looped (or fuzzy) side of the strap  
should face the base.  
Position the laser level against the surface where you  
want it mounted.  
Wrap the strap around the object being mounted (pipe,  
board, etc.) and pass the end of the strap through the  
retaining loop. Pull to tighten.  
Fig. 8  
Place the hooked end of the strap against the looped (or  
fuzzy) side of the strap and press together to secure.  
NOTE: To use the hook-and-loop strap to hang the unit from  
overhead, use the loops on top of the laser level housing.  
PUSH PINS: Push pins allow the laser level to be mounted  
to stucco and permeable surfaces.  
Place the laser level on the surface where you want it  
mounted.  
Align push pin with angled hole located on one side of  
laser level base and push in to secure.  
In the angled hole on the other side of laser level base,  
secure the second push pin.  
Fig. 9  
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OPERATION  
USINg A TRIPOD  
See Figure 10.  
The laser level has a 5/8 in.-ꢀ0 threaded fitting for attaching  
to a tripod base (not included). This method of mounting  
is ideal for leveling kitchen cabinets, countertops, window  
framing, and more.  
If a 1/4 in. tripod fitting is needed, thread the adaptor inside  
the 5/8 in. mounting hole and tighten with a flat blade screw-  
driver before attaching to tripod.  
CAUTION:  
Use caution when using laser level in base. Do not orient  
in a way that will allow the laser level to slide or fall out  
of the base.  
LASER LEVEL  
MOUNTED  
ON A TRIPOD  
Fig. 10  
OPERATINg THE LASER LEvEL  
See Figures 10 - 11.  
ROTATIONAL  
ADJUSTMENT KNOB  
WARNINg:  
The typical alkaline battery life for the AIRgrip vacuum  
system is four hours. Replace with fresh alkaline batteries  
prior to four hours of use. Failure to heed this warning  
could result in damage to the product and/or serious  
personal injury.  
Before initial use, wipe AIRgrip vacuum base with a damp  
cloth to remove any residue.  
LINE HEIGHT  
ADJUSTMENT  
KNOBS  
Place the level in the area where you want the laser lines  
projected. Refer to Using the AIRgrip vacuum or Using  
the Multi-function Base earlier in this manual if adhering  
to a surface is desired.  
Fig. 11  
Turn on the laser.  
WARNINg:  
Rotate the laser housing to position the laser lines in the  
general area desired. Then use the adjustment knobs to  
fine-tune the line position.  
Use of controls or adjustments or performance of pro-  
cedures other than those specified herein may result in  
hazardous radiation exposure.  
NOTE: Due to construction inaccuracy, walls may not be  
perfectly straight. This may cause the laser to have slight  
variances when in the level position.  
The laser level is self-leveling when used within the prod-  
uct specifications listed earlier in this manual. If operat-  
ing outside of the specifications listed, the laser line will  
appear to have a textured pattern.  
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MAINTENANCE  
Store the unit indoors.  
WARNINg:  
When not in use, the vacuum base and attachments  
should be kept in the protective case.  
To avoid serious personal injury, always remove the bat-  
teries from the product when cleaning or performing any  
maintenance.  
Keep the unit free of dust and liquids. Use a damp cloth  
and mild soap to clean the outside casing. Avoid using  
solvents when cleaning plastic parts. Most plastics are  
susceptible to damage from various types of commercial  
solvents and may be damaged by their use.  
gENERAL MAINTENANCE  
Avoid using solvents when cleaning plastic parts. Most  
plastics are susceptible to damage from various types of  
commercial solvents and may be damaged by their use. Use  
clean cloths to remove dirt, dust, oil, grease, etc.  
To clean the laser lens, if needed, use ONLY a soft cloth  
or cotton swab moistened with glass cleaner.  
Check the batteries regularly to avoid deterioration.  
Remove the batteries from both the vacuum base and  
the laser if you will not be using the unit for an extended  
time.  
WARNINg:  
Do not at any time let brake fluids, gasoline, petroleum-  
based products, penetrating oils, etc., come in contact  
with plastic parts. Chemicals can damage, weaken or  
destroy plastic which may result in serious personal  
injury.  
Do not disassemble the laser level. This could cause  
exposure to hazardous laser radiation.  
Do not attempt to change any part of the laser lens.  
ALWAYS BE AWARE of the location where  
thelaserlightisemittedwhenusingthelaser  
levelattachment.ALWAYSMAKESUREthat  
anybystandersinthevicinityofusearemade  
aware of the dangers of looking directly into  
the laser beam.  
DANGER  
DANGER  
Rayonnement laser  
LASER RADIATION-  
AVOID DIRECT  
-
éviter le contact oculaire  
direct Lire les instructions  
du manuel.  
EYE EXPOSURE  
ÉVITEZ Le Rayonnement  
De Laser d'EXPOSITION  
Émis De Cette  
WAVE LENGTH: 630-670 NM  
MAX. POWER OUTPUT 5MW  
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CLASS IIIA LASER PRODUCT  
Ouverture  
Complies with 21  
CFR parts 1040.10  
and 1040.11  
PELIGRO  
Radiación láser  
-
Evite la exposición directa  
de los ojos. Lea las  
instrucciones en el manual.  
EVITE La Radiación De  
Laser de la EXPOSICIÓN  
Emitida De Esta  
MODEL NO.  
ELL0006  
Abertura  
1ꢀ  
 
TROUBLESHOOTINg  
Problem  
Possible Cause  
Solution  
Vacuum not running.  
Batteries are low.  
Replace batteries.  
Press on/off button.  
Power is turned off.  
Laser line projection is weak.  
Laser line is hard to see.  
Batteries are low.  
Replace batteries.  
Light in area is too bright.  
Dim light in the work area or use  
laser-enhancing glasses.  
Line is being projected beyond the  
specifications listed earlier in this  
manual.  
Relocate laser level so that line is  
projected within specifications listed  
earlier in this manual.  
Laser line is not working.  
Power is not on.  
Batteries are low.  
Press the on/off button.  
Replace batteries.  
Laser line is dim.  
Batteries are low.  
Replace batteries.  
Vacuum base won’t stick to wall.  
Surface is incompatible for vacuum.  
Use rough surface adaptor on stucco  
and textured surfaces.  
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OPERATOR’S MANUAL  
AIRgripProCrossLASER LEvEL  
SELf-LEvELINg  
ELL0006  
• SERVICE  
This product has no serviceable parts. If unit fails due to normal wear and tear within two  
years of purchase, return with original receipt for a replacement unit at no charge. Please  
call 1-800-5ꢀ5-ꢀ579 for the nearest Authorized Service Center. You can also check our  
• MODEL NO. AND SERIAL NO.  
The model number of this product will be found on a label attached to the laser level.  
• HOW TO ORDER REPAIR PARTS  
When ordering repair parts, always give the following information:  
ELL0006  
• MODEL NUMBER  
RYOBI® is a registered trademark of Ryobi Limited used under license.  
ONE WORLD TECHNOLOgIES, INC.  
14ꢀ8 Pearman Dairy Road  
Anderson, SC ꢀ96ꢀ5  
Phone 1-800-5ꢀ5-ꢀ579  
983000-974  
6-19-07 (REV:0ꢀ)  
 

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