Pedestal
Part No. S2302-0001
EN
VARIO Ped 1-70 Pedestal
User Guide
www.sachtler.com
VARIO PED 1-70
Page 1: ...Pedestal Part No S2302 0001 EN VARIO Ped 1 70 Pedestal User Guide www sachtler com VARIO PED 1 70...
Page 2: ...or changes Changes will be incorporated in new versions of the publication We are making every effort to ensure that our publications are updated on a regular basis to reflect changes to product spec...
Page 3: ...11 Pressurizing using the portable pump 14 Pressurizing from an external pressure source 15 Fitting and balancing the load 18 Heavy Duty Quickfix Adaptor optional 18 Operation 20 Height adjustment 20...
Page 4: ...ult this operators guide before using this pedestal or attempting any adjustment or repair WARNING Before fitting adjusting or removing the payload the elevation column must be lowered to a safe worki...
Page 5: ...product from water moisture and dust WARNING The product should not be used outside the operating temperature limits Refer to the product technical specifications for the operating limits for the pro...
Page 6: ...ploded diagrams leading to the Parts Store Recycling information and life cycle upgrades Warranty information links to registration submit case to service team case management User manuals Easy access...
Page 7: ...5 Components and Connections Box Contents Item Description 1 Vario Ped 1 70 S2302 0001 2 Trim weights x 6 3 Skid Studio wheels 4 Manual Pump 1 3 4 2...
Page 8: ...escription 1 Control valve 2 Four bolt mounting plate 3 Pressure gauge 4 Steering indicator 5 Top stage 6 Top clamp 7 Bottom stage 8 Safety catch 9 Trim weight stowage 10 Short strut 11 Foot support a...
Page 9: ...clamp 14 Trim weight 15 Crab Steer changeover foot button 16 Cable guard 17 Cable clamp 18 Tiller socket 19 Fixed strut 20 Bottom clamp 21 Drag control 22 Schrader valve and cap 23 Removable steering...
Page 10: ...0 17 2 Quickfix kit 3912 3 Pedestal Accessory Holder V4172 1003 4 OB Wheels 3329 30 5 Kick ring 3329 32 6 Steering Ring Large 3429 21 7 Tracking Dolly Skid 3369 57 8 100mm Bowl Adaptor 3330 16 9 Base...
Page 11: ...the leg locking plungers and swing each folding leg out until the plungers lock the legs in the fully open position 2 Set the skid on the ground on its wheels and apply the brakes 3 3 Ensure that the...
Page 12: ...engage with the ball joints on each foot support and the steering tube locates in its socket 4 Secure the struts to the supports with the rubber straps 11 5 Tighten the skid clamp 14 using moderate h...
Page 13: ...ximum safe working pressure indicated by the leading edge of the red sector on the gauge The pedestal s fitted with a pressure relief valve as a safeguard against over pressurization Do not attempt to...
Page 14: ...p 21 is applied Remove the payload if fitted 3 Push down on the steering ring 24 against any residual pressure and release the safety catch 8 4 Move the slide down into the unlock position 5 Turn the...
Page 15: ...the top stage to rise fully WARNING A pressurized pedestal will rise rapidly if the control valve is set to WORK Do not move the control valve directly from PUMP to WORK 2 Push the control valve 1 in...
Page 16: ...ring 24 so the pressure gauge can be seen through the weight tray 4 Connect the pump adaptor 5 to the pedestal charging valve 23 by turning clockwise until finger tight 5 Connect the pump hose to the...
Page 17: ...ased Do not release safety catch when pedestal is pressurized and balancing load is not installed Always restrain the pedestal by hand pressure on the steering ring when the safety catch is released T...
Page 18: ...of the mounting plate For access to the bolts 1 Apply the brakes ensure the pedestal has only 50psi of pressure 2 Apply downward pressure to the top plate unlatch the safety catch 3 Using hand guidanc...
Page 19: ...r this purpose Part No J551 001 Lower and re latch the column before adding the remainder of the payload such as pan bars prompters lenses etc Attaching these items at a later stage may upset the pede...
Page 20: ...ards and to the left 4 Position the head in the adaptor ensuring that it seats correctly in the recess and the safety button is depressed UNLOCKED LOCKED RED SAFETY LATCH SAFETY BUTTON 5 Lock the head...
Page 21: ...bars prompters lenses etc are fitted Attaching these items at a later stage may upset the pedestal balance 3 Using the Schrader valve cap carefully reduce the pressure in steps of 0 15 0 20bar 2 3psi...
Page 22: ...5 mm 15 5 in and is pressure assisted to aid elevation whilst the pedestal is loaded To adjust the height setting 1 Lower the top stage and engage the top clamp 6 2 Support the weight of the load by h...
Page 23: ...pedestal This can be used to hold the top stage in position if fixed height operation is required Move the clamp lever fully to the left to apply the clamp Move it fully to the right to release the cl...
Page 24: ...n together Movable indicators Pushing the foot button 16 operates a changeover mechanism which toggles the pedestal between crab and steer The button can be pressed with the wheels in any position but...
Page 25: ...23 Operation...
Page 26: ...arly when moving over uneven ground reduce pedestal height to a minimum Set the column to its lowest setting and engage the safety catch 8 Ensure that the brakes 12 are released and then turn the skid...
Page 27: ...Remove the column from the skid see Transportation and storage on page 26 and turn the skid upside down Unscrew and remove the countersunk screw 1 securing the wheel assembly 2 to the shaft 3 Remove t...
Page 28: ...control valve to PUMP 4 Remove the load and secure any trim weights 15 in the trim weight stowage 9 WARNING Local national or international regulations may apply to the transport and storage of press...
Page 29: ...e the three rubber foot straps 11 from the struts 8 Raise each strut They will remain raised when released then lift the complete column vertically off the skid 9 Turn the skid over depress the lockin...
Page 30: ...wing points will ensure a long and useful service life with minimum need for repair Cleaning During normal studio use the only cleaning required should be a regular wipe over with a lint free cloth Di...
Page 31: ...it is necessary to adjust the bottom clamp proceed as follows Remove the hole plug 1 Remove the screw 2 and washer 3 securing knob 4 to the spindle 5 Remove the knob and turn the spindle 5 clockwise...
Page 32: ...skid clamp is applied and released by turning the handle clockwise or counter clockwise The skid clamp is fitted with a push on pull off type ratchet adjustment The top clamp has a flip lever To adju...
Page 33: ...ding it up through the column until it is fully engaged 7 The strut is correctly fitted when the thread on the end plug 23 can be started in the column without compressing the strut 8 Tighten the end...
Page 34: ...aximum payload 70 kg 154 lb Weight 39 5 kg 87 1 lb Steering Ring Diameter 533 mm 21 in On shot stroke 410 mm 16 1 in Ground clearance 20 mm 0 8 in Transit Width 800 mm 31 5 in Tracking Width 970 mm 38...
Page 35: ...33 Environmental Data Operating temperature range 5 C to 40 C 41 F to 104 F Storage temperature range 20 C to 60 C 4 F to 140 F Technical specifications are subject to change without notice...
Page 36: ...of the declaration is available on request EU contact Videndum Production Solutions GmbH Parkring 29 85748 Garching Germany UK Declaration of Conformity Videndum Production Solutions Ltd declares und...
Page 37: ...ronic waste products By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly you will help prevent potentially negative consequences for the environment and human health The recycling of materials helps con...
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