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Using floor spreader
Once the tripod is installed the spreader can be adjusted as follows:
Slacken three clamp knobs
on spreader.
Set legs of tripod to required positions and height and ensure they are locked in place.
Number markings on the spreaders inner leg
can be used to position the tripods feet
equidistance apart.
Once the tripod is positioned correctly tighten three clamp knobs. The spreader does not
have to be removed when collapsing the tripod.
NOTE:
Always use the spreader where possible as this increases rigidity of the tripod.
Being flexible, the spreader compensates for uneven ground. It can be
removed and a skid fitted. At the full extension of the spreader and with all legs
fully retracted, the tripod can be used at its lowest operating height. Although
tripods can be set lower than this without the spreader, it is NOT recommended
as the tripod geometry becomes unstable.
NOTE:
Floor spreaders protect floors and carpets as well as preventing the tripod legs
sinking into soft ground and should be used at all times. If the floor spreader
cannot be used, use Vision carpet feet and Spread-Loc mid-level spreader.