GF-8 Xten Crane System Instruction Manual
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3. For Standard Versions 9 to 18 we recommend using the 4 telescopic column
supports. In smaller versions they are not required but using them does increase the
columns stability. To mount the supports connect the grooved end to the connection
on the column, securing with the locking pin. Remove the locking pin in the middle of
the column support enabling the rod to reach the connection on the base dolly and
secure with the locking pin. The locking pin previously removed from the centre of the
column support can now be reinserted to fix the length. Turn the grooved part in an
anti-clockwise direction to apply tension.
Tip
:
Should the column not have the 4 connections for the column supports, an
adapter is availble. It is connected to the column between the pan bearing and the top
of the column. To do so the pan bearing must be removed by unscrewing the 6
screws. The adapter must be mounted in line to the connections on the base dolly
with the adapter ring connectors pointing towards the base dolly. The original screws
must be replaced by 5mm longer screws
Telescopic Column Supports
3 Stage Mounting Column
(2 x 30cm + 60cm Column sections) with Supports
Adapter ring for column supports
4. Located on the middle section are 2 tilt friction locks which may be used to lock the tilt
during set-up. Set the pivot arm at 90° to the centre post and lock these friction locks
which can be found on the left and right hand side of the middle section. Mount the
middle section on the mounting column. Lock the locking screw tightly.
Tip
:
A 12mm Allen key can be found in the mounting column’s handle to be used
as a lever.
Tilt brake
Pan brake
Middle section with pan and tilt lock
Unless otherwise stated it is required to use the rigging system when more than
1 x 150cm / 5ft section is mounted to the front of the crane i.e. all versions excepte
1 and 9.
