Table of Contents
Instrument Set-up
Overview
⚠️ The safety instructions and the user manual should be read through carefully before the product is used for the first time.
The person responsible for the product must ensure that all users understand these directions and adhere to them.
Display
The device features a digital display showing measurements and status information.
Display Elements:
- Battery indicator: ?
- Area / Volume indicator
- Main line: Displays primary measurement results.
- Info indicator: ℹ️ (often accompanied by a code number)
- Units indicator: Displays current measurement units (e.g., m, ft, in).
Device Diagram Description: The device is a handheld rectangular unit with a display screen at the top. Below the screen are buttons labeled 'ON' (with a laser symbol), and 'UNITS'. The model name 'TLM65' is printed at the bottom.
Insert batteries
To insert batteries:
- Open the battery compartment.
- Insert two AAA batteries, observing correct polarity (+/-).
- Close the battery compartment.
ℹ️ Change batteries when the battery symbol ? is flashing.
Battery Insertion Diagram Description: Shows the battery compartment being opened, two AAA batteries being inserted with correct polarity (+ and - symbols aligned), and the compartment being closed.
Operations
Switching ON/OFF
To turn ON: Press the [ON] button. The device is turned ON.
To turn OFF: Press and hold the [ON] button for 4 seconds. The device is turned OFF.
⏳ If no key is pressed for 120 seconds, the device switches off automatically.
Message Codes
If the info icon ℹ️ appears with a number, consult the "Message Codes" section for instructions. Example: ℹ️ 256.
Unit setting
Press the [UNITS] button for 1 second to switch between the following units:
- 0.000 m (meters)
- 0'00" 1/16 (feet and inches with fractions)
- 0 1/16 in (inches with fractions)
Measuring Functions
Measuring single distance
- Aim the active laser at the target surface.
- Press the [ON] button to measure.
- The measurement is displayed (e.g., 8.532 m).
Target surfaces: Measuring errors can occur when measuring to colourless liquids, glass, styrofoam, or semi-permeable surfaces, or when aiming at high-gloss surfaces. Against dark surfaces, the measuring time increases.
Continuous measuring
- Aim the active laser at the target surface.
- Press and hold the [ON] button for 2 seconds to start continuous measuring.
- The last measured value is displayed (e.g., 8.532 m).
- Release the [ON] button to stop continuous measuring.
Area
To measure area:
- Press the [UNITS] button (1x) to select Area mode.
- Aim the laser at the first target point.
- Press the [ON] button.
- Aim the laser at the second target point.
- Press the [ON] button again.
The result is shown in the main line and the measured distance above (e.g., 24.352 m²).
Volume
To measure volume:
- Press the [UNITS] button (2x) to select Volume mode.
- Aim the laser at the first target point.
- Press the [ON] button.
- Aim the laser at the second target point.
- Press the [ON] button.
- Aim the laser at the third target point.
- Press the [ON] button.
The result is shown in the main line and the measured distance above (e.g., 78.694 m³).
Technical Data
General
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Range | 21 cm - 20 m (8" - 65') |
| Measuring accuracy* | ± 3 mm (± 1/8") |
| Smallest unit displayed | 1 mm (1/16 in) |
| Laser class | 2 |
| Laser type | 635 nm, < 1 mW |
| Autom. power switch-off | after 120 s |
| Continuous measuring | yes |
| Area / Volume | yes |
| Dimension (H x D x W) | 110 x 44 x 21 mm (4.33 x 1.73 x 0.83 in) |
| Battery durability (2 x AAA) | up to 3000 measurements |
| Weight (without batteries) | 71 g / 2.5 oz |
| Temperature range: Storage | -25 to 70 °C (-13 to 158 °F) |
| Temperature range: Operation | 0 to 40 °C (32 to 104 °F) |
* The typical measurement uncertainty of ± 3 mm is valid for measurements on white, diffusive, reflective targets up to 5 m at low ambient light and moderate temperatures. For distances greater than 5 m, the measurement uncertainty could increase additionally by 0.1 mm/m. In unfavourable conditions (such as bright sunlight, targets with poor reflectivity, or high or low temperatures) the measurement uncertainty could further increase up to ± 4 mm for distances below 5 m and additionally by roughly 0.15 mm/m for distances greater than 5 m.
Message Codes
| No. | Cause | Correction |
|---|---|---|
| 252 | Temperature too high | Let device cool down. |
| 253 | Temperature too low | Warm device up. |
| 255 | Received signal too weak, measuring time too long | Change target surface (e.g. white paper). |
| 256 | Received signal too high | Change target surface (e.g. white paper). |
| 257 | Too much background light | Shadow target area. |
| 258 | Measurement outside of measuring range | Correct range. |
| 260 | Laser beam interrupted | Repeat measurement. |
If the message "Error" does not disappear after switching on the device repeatedly, contact the dealer. If the message "InFo" appears with a number, press the Clear button and observe the following instructions.
Care
- Clean the device with a damp, soft cloth. ?
- Never immerse the device in water. ?
- Never use aggressive cleaning agents or solvents.
Disposal
⚠️ CAUTION: Flat batteries must not be disposed of with household waste. Care for the environment and take them to the collection points provided in accordance with national or local regulations.
The product must not be disposed of with household waste.
Dispose of the product appropriately in accordance with the national regulations in force in your country.
Adhere to the national and country specific regulations.
Product specific treatment and waste management can be downloaded from the Stanley homepage.
Warranty
The Stanley TLM has a two-year warranty. For further information on this, contact your dealer.
Subject to change (drawings, descriptions and technical data).
Safety Instructions
The person responsible for the instrument must ensure that all users understand these directions and adhere to them.
Symbols used
The symbols used have the following meanings:
- ⚠️ WARNING: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation or an unintended use which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
- ⚠️ CAUTION: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation or an unintended use which, if not avoided, may result in minor injury and/or appreciable material, financial and environmental damage.
- ℹ️ Important: Paragraphs which must be adhered to in practice as they enable the product to be used in a technically correct and efficient manner.
Permitted use
- Measuring distances
Prohibited use
- Using the product without instruction
- Using outside the stated limits
- Deactivation of safety systems and removal of explanatory and hazard labels
- Opening of the equipment by using tools (screwdrivers, etc.)
- Carrying out modification or conversion of the product
- Use of accessories from other manufacturers without express approval
- Deliberate dazzling of third parties; also in the dark
- Inadequate safeguards at the surveying site (e.g. when measuring on roads, construction sites, etc.)
- Deliberate or irresponsible behaviour on scaffolding, when using ladders, when measuring near machines which are running or near parts of machines or installations which are unprotected
- Aiming directly in the sun
Hazards in use
⚠️ WARNING: Watch out for erroneous measurements if the instrument is defective or if it has been dropped or has been misused or modified. Carry out periodic test measurements. Particularly after the instrument has been subject to abnormal use, and before, during and after important measurements.
⚠️ CAUTION: Never attempt to repair the product yourself. In case of damage, contact a local dealer.
⚠️ WARNING: Changes or modifications not expressly approved could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
Limits of use
ℹ️ Refer to section "Technical data". The device is designed for use in areas permanently habitable by humans. Do not use the product in explosion hazardous areas or in aggressive environments.
Areas of responsibility
Responsibilities of the manufacturer of the original equipment:
Stanley Tools
701 E. Joppa Road
Towson, Maryland 21286
www.STANLEYLASERS.com
www.STANLEYTOOLS.com
www.STANLEYTOOLS.eu
Stanley Tools is responsible for supplying the product, including the User Manual in a completely safe condition. Stanley Tools is not responsible for third party accessories.
Responsibilities of the person in charge of the instrument:
- To understand the safety instructions on the product and the instructions in the User Manual.
- To be familiar with local safety regulations relating to accident prevention.
- Always prevent access to the product by unauthorised personnel.
Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC)
⚠️ WARNING: The device conforms to the most stringent requirements of the relevant standards and regulations. However, the possibility of causing interference in other devices cannot be totally excluded.
FCC statement (applicable in U.S.)
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 interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
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 reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
- Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Laser classification
The device produces visible laser beams, which are emitted from the instrument.
It is a Class 2 laser product in accordance with: IEC60825-1 : 2007 "Radiation safety of laser products".
Laser Class 2 products: Do not stare into the laser beam or direct it towards other people unnecessarily. Eye protection is normally afforded by aversion responses including the blink reflex.
⚠️ WARNING: Looking directly into the beam with optical aids (e.g. binoculars, telescopes) can be hazardous.
⚠️ CAUTION: Looking into the laser beam may be hazardous to the eyes.
Laser Radiation Label Description: The label indicates "Laser Radiation", "Do not stare into the beam", "Laser class 2", acc. IEC 60825-1:2007. It specifies maximum radiant power <1mW, emitted wavelength 620-690nm, beam divergence 0.16 x 0.6 mrad, and impulse duration 0.2 x 10⁻⁹s - 0.8 x 10⁻⁹s.
Labelling
Attach the laser sticker (a) of your country language.
Label Description: The device has a label with product information including model (TLM65), manufacturer website, laser warnings, CE mark, and country of origin (Made in Hungary).
