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First Operation 

 
Important:

 Before loading and operation all connector screws and bolts have to be 

checked if they are really tightened. 
The Dolly must be adjusted to wide gauge. 
 

 

 

A + B: (A-Round Kit and Cable) 

There are no counterweights necessary on version A and B. The max. payload is 50 
kg (110 lbs). The payload can be raised up to 80 kg (176 lbs) when using 
counterweights on the dolly which prevents the dolly from tilting over. 
Notice: Pay attention when using the Jib A-Round-Kit. The counterweights always 
have to be on the opposite side! 

 

 

 

C: Standard 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 
The Euroadapter gets 
levelled by turning the blue 
levelling rod. 

 
1.  16 Kg Counterweight 
2.  8 Kg Counterweight 
3.  Fine adjustment weight 

 
The fine adjustment weight 
is put on the back outrigger 
and tightened. 

Buckle “

1

”: 

New models are levelled by turning the 
buckle. 
 
Bolts “

2

”: 

Adjusting the telescopic lentgh 
 
Bolt/lever “

3

”: 

Are opened when mounting the 
extension. 

 

Maximum payloads:

 

A: with Jib A-Round Kit                  50 Kg/110 lbs (with counterweights 80 kg/176 lbs) 
B: with Jib Cable                            50 Kg/110 lbs (with counterweights 80 kg/176 lbs) 
C: Standard                                   80 Kg/176 lbs 
 

Attention: 

The max. payload and max. number of counterweights must not be exceeded. 
The use of additional weights, such as sand bags, is not allowed. 
 

Summary of Contents for Vario Jib

Page 1: ...1 I n s t r u c t i o n M a n u a l Panther Vario Jib ...

Page 2: ...really enjoy when doing your responsible work at the set Your new PANTHER Vario Jib is a high quality tool which enables the creative camera man to do an excellent job fast and easy with fantastic shots and camera drives The PANTHER Vario Jib is a product that has been created and built by experts for experts to satisfy the high demands of every grip and camera man We hope that you will have a lot...

Page 3: ...e look out for possible pinching dangers during assembly and operation When turning and rotating the Jibarm and during curve drives centrifugal forces can appear which can endanger the standing stability when added For safety reasons it is obligatory that the Vario Jib stands drives on absolutely hard stable and inflexible ground which is completely leveled Please pay attention that no hard or loo...

Page 4: ...4 The Vario Jib and accessories Vario Jib Multi Rig Offset Rig Multi Rig Adapter High Low Rig Jib Glider Extension A Round Kit Cable Weights ...

Page 5: ...dolly and screws must be tightened 2 Vario Jib Put Vario Jib onto Euroadapter and tighten screws The Turnstile is turned 90 3 1 Connecting rod Screw the connecting rod onto the back outrigger of the Vario Jib 3 2 Connecting rod The connecting rod is mounted to the ring The wheels grasp the ring ...

Page 6: ...ck outrigger and on two wheel arms Notice Now the Vario Jib can not be turned around it s vertical axis C Standard Set up Vario Jib Put Vario Jib onto Euroadapter and tighten screw The Turnstile is turned 90 The Vario Jib can be extended from 1m 3 to 1 6m 5 The dismounting is effected in reciprocal sequence ...

Page 7: ...o be on the opposite side C Standard The Euroadapter gets levelled by turning the blue levelling rod 1 16 Kg Counterweight 2 8 Kg Counterweight 3 Fine adjustment weight The fine adjustment weight is put on the back outrigger and tightened Buckle 1 New models are levelled by turning the buckle Bolts 2 Adjusting the telescopic lentgh Bolt lever 3 Are opened when mounting the extension Maximum payloa...

Page 8: ... Rig The Offset Rig can be attached under the front bearing of the Vario Jib instead of the Multi Rig Running board bracket The running board bracket gives the cameraman the possibility to be moved with the column in combination with a platform and seat extension The running board bracket is mounted onto the turnstile Please take off the bolt on the shorter side of it ...

Page 9: ...nsion is mounted between the telescopic tube and the end section Take off unscrew the blue leveling rod and extend it with the extension rod The second counterweight rod is put into the second hole of the back outrigger and loaded ...

Page 10: ...ntenance and repair should only be made by trained and competent persons Panther GmbH offers service seminars which will be hold according to your desires For exact dates please call 49 89 61390030 Panther Service According to ZH 1 222 3 2 and UVV VBG 70 34 the safety and machine appliances have to undergo an interim check up by a competent person at least every 4 years and at least every year by ...

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