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Topcon Rlh3a Long Range Rotating Laser Level Questions & Answers
My Topcon RL-H3A continually attempts
Sound like the laser diode is failing. It's power is likely just strong enough to get the level position right, then dims as it runs. The unit, no longer seeing the laser, decides it's out of level and stops. Or the oil in the compensator is leaking, and the same process is happening. Unfortunately the replacement part is not economical to replace.
I cant get the laser
This is not a battery problem. It likely levels to the back corner, then to the front corner then roughly back to the middle and spins at about 150 rpm and the lights on the front blink.
There are a couple things that can cause this. the most common is the the compensator cant find the laser. 5 screws hold the main housing on to the base. Remove the housing and inspect. if the internals are coated in oil, then the unit is done. The replacement part is too expensive.
If the inside is dry, there is a small circuit board on the left side of the metal compensator frame. Resolder the pins in the board, and the connector going to the side board, located on the main board. about 30% of the time, this will get the laser running again. If not, the laser diode is likely dead, and it's not repairable.
Battery leak in laser level
If it came from alkaline batteries (Duracells, etc) flush the battery compartment with an acidic cleaner, like an orange cleaner. This will help neutralize the alkaline left behind. Clean that out as best you can. Dont put too much in the battery compartment or it will contaminate the laser internals. Clean the battery contacts, and you should be good to go. if not, then likely the main board has been damaged, and you should get it looked at. They can usually be cleaned up, but it may require a new board.
Need user manual for w5746
Same exact features, buttons and functions as this manual by Irwin.
http://www.irwin.com/uploads/documents/36_laser_tape_25.pdf
Will one of the newer sensors work in place of my 1457 sensor?
It's possible that one of the newer sensors could work in place of your 1457 sensor, but it depends on the specifications of the newer sensors and the compatibility with your base unit. The I MAX1457 sensor, which is a highly integrated analog-sensor signal processor optimized for piezoresistive sensor calibration and compensation. However, I have no information about its compatibility. If you're looking for a replacement sensor, I suggest contacting the manufacturer of your base unit to inquire about compatible sensors. Alternatively, you can check the user manual of your base unit to see if it lists compatible sensors. Garage door opener sensors are not universal. Safety sensors can only communicate with garage door openers from the same brand.
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