Vinten Protouch PRO-6 HDV, Operator'S Manual

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Operation
Assembly
If not already done, assemble the system as follows:
Tripod and floor spreader
To install the floor spreader (Fig 2) :
Lift the tripod out of the case using the finger holes just below the top clamps.
Release the leg tie strap (25) and spread the legs.
Secure the spreader to the tripod feet with the rubber straps (24) .
To adjust the tripod:
Adjust the operating height by undoing the leg clamps (21) and pulling the tripod up to the
desired height. Adjust the spreader (23) if necessary.
Tighten the clamps (21) until an audible click is heard and the knob is in the horizontal,
locked position.
In adverse conditions secure the tripod using the tie-down hook (27) , or suspend a weight
from the hook.
Tripod and mid-level spreader
To install the mid-level spreader (Fig 3) :
Grip the ends of each spreader arm in turn between thumb and fore-finger and press in both
attachment release buttons
(30) .
Push the arm into the tripod attachment (26) ensuring the attachment pins (31) engage.
Secure the carpet feet (32) onto the tripod feet using the rubber straps (33).
NOTE: Once assembled, keep the spreader attached to the tripod
WARNING! Use care when the tripod is fully extended and the floor
spreader is in the closed position, as stability will be reduced.
NOTE: The carpet feet attach using rubber straps in the same way as the floor
spreader
(23) .