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Grip Factory Munich

YOUR INNOVATIVE PARTNER FOR CAMERA SUPPORT

GF-8

Crane System

Instruction Manual

Standard-Versions 1-18

Xten-Versions 1-8

Valid: Sep. 2007

Grip Factory Munich GmbH
Fürholzener Straße 1

85386 Eching bei München

Germany

Tel.: +49 (0) 89 319 0 129-0

Fax: +49 (0) 89 319 0 129-9

e-Mail: [email protected]

http://www.g-f-m.net

Summary of Contents for GF-8

Page 1: ...GF 8 Crane System Instruction Manual Standard Versions 1 18 Xten Versions 1 8 Valid Sep 2007 Grip Factory Munich GmbH F rholzener Stra e 1 85386 Eching bei M nchen Germany Tel 49 0 89 319 0 129 0 Fax...

Page 2: ...19 Version 18 20 Assembly Technical Specifications for the Xten Versions 22 Xten Version 1 22 Xten Version 2 23 Xten Version 3 24 Xten Version 4 26 Xten Version 5 27 Xten Version 6 29 Xten Version 7...

Page 3: ...runner distance of 640mm 25inches measured inside edge to inside edge may be used Extreme caution must be used if tracking on curved track no faster than a slow walking pace Use of the crane on insert...

Page 4: ...y Base Dolly with 90cm 3ft Mounting Column and Pivot Seection Versions 1 8 The 30cm 1ft column extension is used in versions 9 to 18 to increase the pivot height from 154cm to 184cm It is connected to...

Page 5: ...To do so the pan bearing must be removed by unscrewing the 6 screws The adapter must be mounted in line to the connections on the base dolly with the adapter ring connectors pointing towards the base...

Page 6: ...he locking screw Connect the rod to the angle adjuster and secure it with a safety pin at each end Other shorter versions can be built by using the 100cm 3 3 or 150cm 5 extension and its parallelogram...

Page 7: ...a 60cm 2ft Mounting Column More details can be found on pages 3 The Mounting Column for all Xten Versions 1 to 8 must be supported with the 4 Telescopic Column Supports More details can be found on pa...

Page 8: ...remaining angle adjuster to the end of the150cm 5 section and secure it with the provided safety pin 12 Connect one of the 150cm 5 parallelogram rods to the middle section and the angle adjuster and s...

Page 9: ...n a support stand or rostrum 12 Connect the remaining angle adjuster to the end of the 100cm 3 3 section and secure it with the provided safety pin 13 Connect one of the 150cm 5 parallelogram rods to...

Page 10: ...remaining angle adjuster to the end of the second 150cm section and secure it with the provided safety pin 13 Connect one of the 150cm 5 parallelogram rods to the middle section and then connect the...

Page 11: ...m with the provided safety pin 13 Connect the remaining angle adjuster to the end of the third 150cm section and secure it with the provided safety pin 14 Connect one of the 150cm 5 parallelogram rods...

Page 12: ...the provided safety pin 13 Connect the remaining angle adjuster to the end of the second 100cm section and secure it with the provided safety pin 14 Connect one of the 150cm 5 parallelogram rods to t...

Page 13: ...e provided safety pin Note Support the third section by placing it on a support stand or rostrum 14 Connect the remaining angle adjuster to the end of the 100cm section and secure it with the provided...

Page 14: ...rovided safety pin Note Support the third section by placing it on a support stand or rostrum 14 Connect the remaining angle adjuster to the end of the 90cm section and secure it with the provided saf...

Page 15: ...n Slip the connection flanges into each other and secure them with the provided safety pin 15 Connect the remaining angle adjuster to the end of the fourth 150cm section and secure it with the provide...

Page 16: ...era head mount 253 cm 8 3 Length of rear end pivot to outside of bucket 220 cm 7 2 Assemble the GF 8 Column Extension as per the instructions on page 3 The GF 8 version 9 is assembled in the same mann...

Page 17: ...F 8 Column Extension as per the instructions on page 3 The GF 8 version 11 is assembled in the same manner as version 3 Version 12 Front extension arms required 2 x 150 cm 5 100 cm 3 3 Rear extension...

Page 18: ...F 8 Column Extension as per the instructions on page 3 The GF 8 version 13 is assembled in the same manner as version 5 Version 14 Front extension arms required 3 x 150 cm 5 100 cm 3 3 Rear extension...

Page 19: ...8 Column Extension as per the instructions on page 3 The GF 8 version 15 is assembled in the same manner as version 7 Version 16 Front extension arms required 4 x 150 cm 5 100 cm 3 3 Rear extension a...

Page 20: ...other and secure them with the safety pin 13 Connect the fourth 150cm 5 section to the third 150cm 5 section Slip the connection flanges into each other and secure them with the safety pin Note Suppor...

Page 21: ...y pin Note Support the second section by placing it on a support stand or rostrum 12 Connect the third 150cm 5 section to the second 150cm 5 section Slip the connection flanges into each other and sec...

Page 22: ...ge into the female flange on the angle adjuster Secure it with the 2 safety pins on the top of the angle adjuster Tip The angle adjuster has an integrated leveller By turning it the vertical plate on...

Page 23: ...utside of bucket 253 cm 8 3 Double rigging is required Observe guidelines on pages 36 and additionally ensure that the Large Rigging Harness is used with double rigging to the rear and front Continue...

Page 24: ...ading any weights Before operation all locking pins locking screws etc should be inspected to ensure that all assembly sections are securely fastened Xten Version 2 Pivot height 184cm 6ft Large Riggin...

Page 25: ...leveller By turning it the vertical plate on the angle adjuster can be set to a perfect right angle 20 Connect the platform to the angle adjuster by inserting the male platform flange into the female...

Page 26: ...n Note Support the third section by placing it on a support stand or rostrum 18 Connect the remaining angle adjuster to the end of the 100cm section and secure it with the provided safety pin 19 Now m...

Page 27: ...the locking pins are inserted fully 26 Connect a 150cm 5 rigging rod to each of the turnbuckles on the front side of the rigging harness Ensure that the locking pins are inserted fully 27 Connect ano...

Page 28: ...rms required 5 x 150 cm 5 Rear extension arm required 1 x 160 cm 5 3 Lift range 1299 cm 42 7 Maximum Euro adapter height 869 cm 28 6 Lift capacity 80 kg 176 lbs Counterweight required for max load 526...

Page 29: ...the second 150cm parallelogram rod to the first 150cm rod In turn connect the third 150cm parallelogram rod to the second 150cm rod In turn connect the fourth 150cm parallelogram rod to the third 150c...

Page 30: ...s Ensure that the locking pins are inserted fully 13 Connect a 150cm 5 rigging rod to each of the turnbuckles on the front side of the rigging harness Ensure that the locking pins are inserted fully 1...

Page 31: ...adjuster Tip The angle adjuster has an integrated leveller By turning it the vertical plate on the angle adjuster can be set to a perfect right angle Correct setting of the angle adjuster enhances th...

Page 32: ...n Slip the connection flanges into each other and secure them with the provided safety pin 21 Connect the remaining angle adjuster to the end of the last section and secure it with the provided safety...

Page 33: ...of the rigging harness Ensure that the locking pins are inserted fully 13 Connect a 150cm 5 rigging rod to each of the turnbuckles on the front side of the rigging harness Ensure that the locking pin...

Page 34: ...turning it the vertical plate on the angle adjuster can be set to a perfect right angle 24 Now mount the top rigging system observing the guidelines on pages 36 Insert the Rigging Support Adjuster be...

Page 35: ...horizontal top cradle by inserting the locking pin from the upper side through the parallelogram rod and into the horizontal top Positioning of the Parallelogram Rod Supports Standard Versions 3 4 11...

Page 36: ...g rods Ensure that the locking pins are inserted fully 3 Connect a Rigging Rod Connector to each of the second Rigging Rods In turn connect the 2 Adjustable Rigging Rod Supports to the Rigging Connect...

Page 37: ...sions 7 8 Lower front rigging 1 Connect 2 x 142cm 4 7 rigging rods to the lower turnbuckles on the front side of the large rigging harness Ensure that the locking pins are inserted fully 2 Connect ano...

Page 38: ...trically by using the same length rods connectors etc in the same position on each side Xten Versions 7 and 8 Short Rigging Rod Connector attach to Adjustable Rigging Rod Support and use to connect 3r...

Page 39: ...ed The working payload capacities may not be exceeded An itemized weight list for GFM accessories may be found below Place the correct amount of counterweight in the weight bucket to balance the load...

Page 40: ...all times When dismantling the crane it is essential that the whole platform is supported fully by a stable underlay i e rostrum or ground surface In any case the platform should not be in the air wit...

Page 41: ...section and secure with the knurled locking knobs Push Bar Can be connected to either end on the base dolly by inserting the push bar stubs into the respective holes on the base Lock tightly with the...

Page 42: ...ced crane can be cranked upwards to allow the track to be placed under the base and already mounted track wheels The base can then be carefully lowered by cranking the 4 levelling legs simultaneously...

Page 43: ...nstruction Manual Page 42 Transport trolley for the GF 8 Crane The above photos show the practical transport solution for the GF 8 Crane System The GFM trolley fits the complete system with dolly and...

Page 44: ...ls and with single ended corrected steering geometry allowing a minimum circular movement of 258cm 9 4 inside diameter Can roll from floor to standard 62cm 24 5 track by just clicking on the track whe...

Page 45: ...rom the rear of the dolly In this mode the front wheels are steered allowing a minimum circular movement of 258cm 9 4 inside diameter 4 wheel inverted all 4 wheels can be turned together giving a roun...

Page 46: ...h lever here in the downward position Steering mode 2 4 wheel steering all 4 wheels can be turned together giving a roundy round steering effect for narrow curves 4 wheel steering Switch lever here in...

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