[. . . ] Keep these operating instructions and hand them over with the appliance to any future owners. Any copying or reproduction, including as extracts, as well as the reproduction of images, also in an altered state, is only permitted with the written authorisation of the manufacturer. This appliance is suitable only for indoor use and is intended only for domestic applications. [. . . ] For safe handling of batteries observe the following safety instructions: Do not throw batteries into a fire. Special caution should be shown when handling damaged or leaking batteries. If you do not intend to use the appliance for an extended period, remove the batteries. Restrainer Spirit level (vertical alignment) Spirit level (horizontal alignment) On/Off switch Laser exit opening Battery compartment Loosen the screw of the battery compartment cover with a crosshead screwdriver and remove the battery compartment cover. Pay heed to the correct polarity, as shown in the battery compartment 7 . Do not allow the measuring tape to rewind itself without control, instead, guide it back by hand. NOTICE With the measuring tape you can read off measurements of length in the metric system or in the Anglo/American system. The upper scale shows lengths in feet and inches, the lower scale in meters and centimeters. Pull the measuring tape Secure the measuring tape out to the required length. When you roll the measuring tape back up or wish to adjust it to a new length, hold the end firmly and slide the restrainer 2 to the position UNLOCK. Now allow the measuring tape to roll back slowly, without releasing it. Hold the appliance with the narrow side to the wall, so that the spirit levels 3 and 4 are facing forward. Align the Laser Spirit Level such that the air bubble in the spirit level 4 lies exactly in the middle of the markings. Hold the appliance with the narrow side to the wall, so that the spirit levels 3 and 4 are facing forward. Align the Laser Spirit Level such that the air bubble in the spirit level 3 lies exactly in the middle of the markings. With the exception of battery exchanges this appliance is maintenance-free. IMPORTANT To avoid damage to the appliance, ensure that moisture cannot penetrate it during cleaning. This product is subject to the European Directive 2002/96/EC-WEEE (Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment). [. . . ] The warranty period is not extended by repairs made under the warranty. Damages or defects discovered after purchase are to be reported directly after unpacking, at the latest by two days after the purchase date. Repairs carried out after the lapse of the warranty period are subject to charge. [. . . ]