Arm Set-up Manual
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101-9110 Rev E
Docking
Docking locks the
zeroG
arm and payload safely
in an out-of-the-way position, as shown in Figure
6. The built-in magnetic catch is a convenient
way to put the payload aside and easily pick it up
again. However, this dock is not secure for
mounting and dismounting the arm or payload,
because it can easily be nudged loose, allowing
the arm to extend suddenly.
To dock the arm with the built-in magnetic catch:
1.
Swing the forearm back until it is slightly be-
low and touching the upper arm.
2.
Allow the magnets to grip.
3.
Let the payload lift up until the stud on the fo-
rearm slips into the catch on the upper arm.
Note:
zeroG
arms can be fitted with other docking devices, such as a hook dock or a
snap-in fitting. Consult your packing list or Equipois representative for more
information.
MOUNT AND DISMOUNT THE PAYLOAD EITHER WITH THE ARM EXTENDED AND UNDER
MINIMAL TENSION OR WHEN YOU ARE USING A SECURE DOCK
,
SUCH AS THE HOOK OR
SNAP
-
IN FITTING
.
I
F YOU
MUST
LOAD OR UNLOAD THE PAYLOAD USING THE MAGNETIC
DOCK
,
BE VERY CAREFUL NOT TO DISLODGE THE CATCH
.
L
IKEWISE
,
EXTEND THE ARM WHEN YOU ATTACH IT TO AND DETACH IT FROM THE
MOUNTING SYSTEM UNLESS THERE IS NO ALTERNATIVE
.
Figure 6 Docked
zeroG
arm
