Part No. S2303-0001
EN
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ARIO Ped 2-80
User Guide
www.sachtler.com
Pedestal
VARIO PED 2-80
Страница 1: ...Part No S2303 0001 EN VARIO Ped 2 80 User Guide www sachtler com Pedestal VARIO PED 2 80...
Страница 2: ...hanges Changes will be incorporated in new versions of the publication We are making every effort to ensure that our publications are updated on a regular basis to reflect changes to product specifica...
Страница 3: ...lation 9 Column 10 Heavy Duty Quickfix alternative mounting accessory 14 Pressurizing the pedestal 15 Pressurizing the pedestal using the portable pump 16 Pressurizing from an external pressure source...
Страница 4: ...t this operators guide before using this pedestal or attempting any adjustment or repair WARNING Before fitting adjusting or removing the payload the elevation column must be lowered to a safe working...
Страница 5: ...otect the product from water moisture and dust WARNING The product should not be used outside the operating temperature limits Refer to the product technical specifications for the operating limits fo...
Страница 6: ...tion and routine maintenance Safety educational videos Exploded diagrams leading to the Parts Store Recycling information and life cycle upgrades Warranty information links to registration submit case...
Страница 7: ...5 Components and Connections Box Contents Item Description 1 Vario Ped 2 80 S2303 0001 2 Trim weights x 6 3 Skid Studio wheels 4 Manual Pump 1 3 4 2...
Страница 8: ...on 1 Four bolt mounting plate 2 Pressure gauge 3 Weight tray 4 Steering indicator 5 Moving column 6 Safety catch 7 Trim weight 8 Fixed strut 9 Skid clamp 10 Foot support and strap 11 Wheel brake foot...
Страница 9: ...Tube 14 Crab steer changeover foot button 15 Cable clamp 16 Tiller socket 17 Adjustable strut 18 Trim weight stowage 19 Drag control 20 On shot clamp 21 Removable steering ring 22 Steering ring mounti...
Страница 10: ...0 17 2 Quickfix kit 3912 3 Pedestal Accessory Holder V4172 1003 4 OB Wheels 3329 30 5 Kick ring 3329 32 6 Steering ring small 3374 17 7 Tracking Dolly Skid 3369 57 8 100mm Bowl Adaptor 3330 16 9 Base...
Страница 11: ...the leg locking plungers and swing each folding leg out until the plungers lock the legs in the fully open position 2 Set the skid on the ground on its wheels and apply the brakes 3 3 Ensure that the...
Страница 12: ...n this position 3 Lift the column align the fixed strut with the fixed leg of the skid there is also an engraving on the skid to assist aligning the column and carefully lower the column base into the...
Страница 13: ...nd is operated as follows 6 Turn the clamp lever clock wise as far as possible 7 Pull the lever outward against the spring pressure return it to vertical and release 8 Turn lever clockwise again 9 Rep...
Страница 14: ...nderside of the mounting plate For access to the bolts 1 Apply the brakes ensure the pedestal has only 50psi of pressure 2 Apply downward pressure to the top plate unlatch the safety catch 3 Using han...
Страница 15: ...J551 001 Lower and re latch the column before adding all items such as pan bars prompters lenses etc Attaching these items at a later stage may upset the pedestal balance Install three trim weights 7...
Страница 16: ...outwards and to the left 4 Position the head in the adaptor ensuring that it seats correctly in the recess and the safety button is depressed UNLOCKED LOCKED RED SAFETY LATCH SAFETY BUTTON 5 Lock the...
Страница 17: ...valve must not exceed 15 bar 218 psi Do not pressurize the pedestal beyond the maximum safe working pressure indicated by the leading edge of the red sector on the gauge The pedestal is fitted with a...
Страница 18: ...Attach the intended payload ensuring that all items such as pan bars prompters lenses etc are fitted 1 Set the safety catch slide 6 to the LOCK position I and fully depress the moving column until th...
Страница 19: ...not release safety catch when pedestal is pressurized and balancing load is not installed Always restrain the pedestal by hand pressure on the steering ring when the safety catch is released To press...
Страница 20: ...pressure and release the safety catch 6 Allow the column to extend under hand restraint Exercise the moving column 5 over its full travel at least twice then position the column in the mid height posi...
Страница 21: ...elevating mechanism remains in tension WARNING The Schrader valve cap 3 forms a primary pressure seal Always replace the cap and screw it down finger tight A correctly pressurized pedestal will balanc...
Страница 22: ...ght operation is required Drag control Column movement is adjustable for drag and this is set according to operator preference by means of the drag control 20 located at the top of the outer tube Turn...
Страница 23: ...ove the wheels Press once to apply the brake and again to release it WARNING Always apply the brakes when the pedestal is left unattended Cable guards The cable guards 17 are height adjustable and sho...
Страница 24: ...gether Movable indicators Pushing the foot button 16 operates a changeover mechanism which toggles the pedestal between crab and steer The button can be pressed with the wheels in any position but the...
Страница 25: ...23 Operation...
Страница 26: ...and engage the safety catch 8 Ensure that the brakes 12 are released and then turn the skid wheels so they are pointing at right angles to the skid legs Reach under the pedestal depress one of the sp...
Страница 27: ...Remove the column from the skid see Transportation and storage on page 26 and turn the skid upside down Unscrew and remove the countersunk screw 1 securing the wheel assembly 2 to the shaft 3 Remove t...
Страница 28: ...to the transport and storage of pressurized pedestals specifically not to be classed as dangerous goods under IATA regulation UN 1956 Compressed Gas Shipping Pressure must be reduced to 2bar 28psi or...
Страница 29: ...vertically off the skid 8 Remove the steering ring by unscrewing each fastener until it releases Lift the steering ring off its mounting plate 9 Turn the skid over depress the locking plungers and fo...
Страница 30: ...l ensure a long and useful service life with minimum need for repair Cleaning During normal studio use the only cleaning required should be a regular wipe over with a lint free cloth Dirt accumulated...
Страница 31: ...re as necessary until the clamp locks when applied but allows free movement when released Elimination of radial and side play on the elevation tube or top stage If excessive radial or side play is app...
Страница 32: ...payload 80 kg 176 lb Weight 44 4 kg 97 9 lb Steering Ring Diameter 635 mm 25 in On shot stroke 770mm 30 3 in Ground clearance 20 mm 0 8 in Transit Width 850 mm 33 3 in Tracking Width 970 mm 38 2 in D...
Страница 33: ...31 Environmental Data Operating temperature range 5 C to 40 C 41 F to 104 F Storage temperature range 20 C to 60 C 4 F to 140 F Technical specifications are subject to change without notice...
Страница 34: ...of the declaration is available on request EU contact Videndum Production Solutions GmbH Parkring 29 85748 Garching Germany UK Declaration of Conformity Videndum Production Solutions Ltd declares und...
Страница 35: ...ronic waste products By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly you will help prevent potentially negative consequences for the environment and human health The recycling of materials helps con...
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