Tiffen steadicam aero, Operator'S Manual, Page: 36 / 62

Adjusting the Arm & Threads
Adjust the Lift:
Important: The Lift adjustment knobs can
only be adjusted when the Arm segments are
slightly above horizontal. Do not force the
knobs when the Arm is unloaded or boomed
too far up or down. At the correct angle, the
knobs turn easily.
If the Arm floats too high or too low for your
payload, it will be necessary to lift or lower it
to find that sweet spot to make adjustments.
Ideally, both Arm sections will come to rest
slightly above horizontal, by about 5-10˚.
With the Arm in the middle of its boom range,
does it rise or fall?
Turn the Forearm Lift Adjustment Knob
clockwise to add lifting strength or
counterclockwise to reduce the lifting strength.
Make small adjustments until the Forearm
segment rests just above horizontal.
Repeat the adjustment on the Upper Arm
section in the same way. Both Arm sections
should move together when booming up and
booming down. Test it to see.
Caution: Never let your hand or fingers
reach into the open areas of the Arm near the
springs. If the Arm rises while anything is in
this area, it may be pinched and injured.
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