SETUP
Head Mounting
(FIGURES 1 & 2)
If your Tripod did not come with a Head,
select one of the fine Benro Ballheads or
Panheads that match your size Tripod and
install by screwing the Head clockwise onto
the 3/8" Mounting Thread of the Top Plate.
OPERATION
Before using your Tripod, firmly pull the
three Legs out until they stop and adjust
each Leg Section to the desired height.
Make sure that the Tripod is firmly resting
on a level surface and mount your camera
securely on the Tripod Head. Always
engage any safety locks on the Tripod Head
to prevent any accidental dismounting.
FOR BEST RESULTS: Do not raise the Tripod
higher than necessary and extend the
largest diameter Leg Sections first. Only
add the Center Column if required to reach
maximum height or to fine-tune the vertical
position.
NOTE: Never carry your Tripod with camera
gear attached.
Leg Section Adjustment
(FIGURES 1 & 2)
Each Leg section can be adjusted to the
desired length by turning the leg lock grip
1/2 turn (180°) clockwise until the Leg is free
to slide in or out. Once the desired length is
achieved, turn the Leg Lock Grip counter-
clockwise until the Leg Section is securely
locked. Repeat this step for each Leg and
each Section until the Tripod is set to the
desired height.
NOTE: To prevent any accidental damage
to your gear, always remove any mounted
equipment (camera, etc.) from the Tripod
before adjusting the Leg Sections.
Center Column
(FIGURES 3, 4 & 5)
The Center Column can be attached when
additional height is required. Simply screw
the Center Column onto the Tripod Top
Plate. The Center Column has two sections
and can be extended using the Lock Grip
adjustments similar to the Lock Grips on the
Leg Sections.
NOTE: Take special care when raising or
lowering the Center Column, if a camera or
equipment is mounted on the Tripod. Never
loosen the Center Column Locking Knob
without holding the Center Column. Failure
to follow these instructions could result in
damaged equipment.
Interchangeable Spiked and Rubber Feet
(select models)
(MAIN FIGURE)
Most Benro tripods include interchangeable
Stainless Steel Spiked or Rubber Feet.
They provide the right contact depending
on the surface or terrain that the tripod
will be used in. To remove the Rubber Feet
simply unscrew each Rubber Foot counter-
clockwise and replace with the provided
Spiked Feet. Tighten the Spiked Feet using
the included Wrench.
USER NOTICE
• Do not exceed the maximum specified
load capacity (see specifications at
www.BenroUSA.com).
• Always ensure that Leg and Head Locks
are tightly engaged before mounting any
gear on your Tripod.
• Always clean and dry any Tripod after it
has been exposed to wet, dusty, sandy
or salty conditions. Your Tripod is not
recommended for use in salt water. If
required, clean tripod using a mild soap
solution applied with a soft cloth, rinse
with fresh water and dry with soft towel.
Remove any dust, dirt or sand from all Leg
Locks, Leg Sections and all moving parts.
• Do not leave any Tripod in the sun for
prolonged periods and avoid high
temperature exposure.
• Avoid leaving any Tripod or Monopod
unattended in areas where people could
trip over the gear and get hurt.
• Remove camera, lens, and all gear from
any tripod when transporting.
• For your safety, don’t let your Benro
gear come in contact with any electrical
power source.
Two-Piece Extendable
Center Column
Leg Lock Grip
Rubber Foot
3
Unlock
Lock
1
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Spiked Foot
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