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User Guide

Part No. V4150-0001

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EN

Tripod

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ripod

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Страница 1: ...User Guide Part No V4150 0001 www vinten com EN Tripod flowtech 75 Tripod ...

Страница 2: ...to ensure that our publications are updated on a regular basis to reflect changes to product specifications and features Should this publication not contain information on the core functionality of your product please let us know You may be able to access the latest revision of this publication from our website Vitec Videocom Ltd reserves the right to make changes to product design and functionali...

Страница 3: ... Tripod 6 Attach Optional Mid Level Spreader 7 Using Locks When no Spreader Used 8 No Spreader Mode 8 Spreader Mode 8 Opening Tripod Legs 9 Alternative Locking Method 11 Close Tripod Legs 12 Accessories 13 Fit Supplied Attachment Mount 13 Fit Optional Carry Strap 13 Fit Optional Rubber Feet 14 Maintenance 14 Cleaning 14 Flush the Tripod 14 Hinge Lock Cleaning 15 Checking brake force 16 Adjusting b...

Страница 4: ...manual handling techniques and Health Safety regulations It is the responsibility of the local organisation to enforce safe working practices at all times Mounting and Installation WARNING Do not exceed the maximum payload capacity WARNING Tripod spike feet can be dangerous take care when handling Always place tripod on the ground before releasing quick release levers WARNING Risk of finger entrap...

Страница 5: ...dios and outside locations for supporting fluid heads and cameras Any use above and beyond this purpose is deemed improper and will void the warranty Warranty The product is covered by a one year warranty The warranty will be invalidated if The tripod is improperly installed or used in a manner contrary to this user guide The tripod housing is opened by unauthorised personnel We reserve the right ...

Страница 6: ...4 Operating Elements Pos No Description 1 Hinge Lock Slider 2 Hinge Lock Button 3 Double spiked Foot 4 Leg Magnetic Clasp 5 Quick Release Lever 6 Accessory Dock x 3 7 Attachment Mount 1 2 3 4 5 7 6 ...

Страница 7: ...5 Optional Accessories Pos No Description Part No 1 Rubber Feet V4150 1901 2 Mid level Spreader V4150 1001 3 Attachment mount V4150 1900 4 Carry Strap kit V4150 1901 1 2 3 4 ...

Страница 8: ... levers fully and raise the tripod to the required height 1 2 3 WARNING Tripod spiked feet can be dangerous Always place tripod on the ground before releasing quick release levers 3 With the correct height achieved lower the quick release levers to lock the legs in position WARNING The legs are only sufficiently locked when the locking levers are in the fully closed down position ...

Страница 9: ...tion 1 Hold the spreader between thumb and forefinger and squeeze the release buttons on each side 2 Align the latching pins with the locating holes on the tripod leg 3 Release the buttons to lock the spreader in place 4 Unlock the spreader arms to allow the arms to extend as required 5 Tighten the spreader locks when the tripod legs are in the correct position If the spreader will not lay flat wh...

Страница 10: ... position Legs free to move through full movement Hinge Lock Slider in the engaged ON position Leg will stop at pre set positions 46 20 72 Caution Risk of damage Only use the 72 hinge lock setting with the legs in the fully retracted position Do not apply excessive load No Spreader Mode 2 With the lock in the raised position the lock is ON Spreader Mode 3 With the lock in the lower position the lo...

Страница 11: ...op at the 20 lock position Installation 3 To select the 46 or 72 position disengage the lock a As a safeguard against accidental collapse the leg must be moved inwards slightly 1 to relieve the tension on the lock b Push the lock slider down 2 and pull the leg outwards 3 20 The angle of each leg can be adjusted independently of the other two legs 1 2 3 Repeat for the remaining legs ...

Страница 12: ...past the 20 position 4 Engage the Lock Slider by pushing the Hinge Lock Button 5 Continue pulling the leg until it stops at the 46 lock position 6 Repeat procedure for the 72 position 72 46 7 Repeat for the remaining legs as required ...

Страница 13: ...fully open the leg to 90 WARNING Risk of finger entrapment Avoid trapping fingers when operating the tripod 90 3 Move the leg towards the body As the leg passes each lock point an audible click will be heard the leg is prevented from opening past this point again without disengaging the lock first 2 Engage the lock ...

Страница 14: ...2 Ensure the tripod legs are fully collapsed before moving them inward WARNING Risk of finger entrapment Avoid trapping fingers when closing the tripod 3 Ensure the magnetic clasps have engaged and the legs are securely held The tripod is designed to accommodate the Mid Level Spreader when collapsed ...

Страница 15: ...w and tighten clockwise using a 5mm Hex key tighten firmly 4 Follow the same procedure to attach optional accessories to the remaining mounting points if required Carry Strap Tie Down Attachment 3 8 Mounting Screw Fit Optional Carry Strap 1 Fit the attachment mount as previous section Fit Supplied Attachment Mount 2 Fit the split ring to the mounting point at the bottom of the upper section 3 Atta...

Страница 16: ...e tripod This will require flushing to remove any contaminants Flush the Tripod 1 Place the tripod in a bucket of clean 30 cm deep water 2 Release the quick release levers and extend tripod fully 3 Keeping the feet in the water collapse and extend the tripod repeatedly forcing water through the leg sections until the leg moves freely with no sign of sticking or contamination 4 If required turn the...

Страница 17: ...on and push the hinge slider towards the bowl and lift out 4 Lift out the hinge lock button 5 Use compressed air and a soft brush to remove any debris WARNING When using compressed air wear suitable safety glasses to avoid injury 6 Work the hinge lock up and down using the flat edge of a screw driver pushing on the centre of the lock debris will work its way out the bottom of the mechanism 7 Once ...

Страница 18: ...ten com Checking brake force Periodically check the effectiveness of the leg brake force and adjust if necessary 1 Extend the middle and lower sections to 20 cm each 2 Place a rubber mat or similar on a set of scales to prevent damage and skidding Stand one leg on a set of scales and apply a vertical downward force 3 With an average downward force of 20 30 kg 44 66 lb applied the leg should remain...

Страница 19: ...9 kg 6 39 lbs When used without rubber feet the tripod height will decrease by up to 1 8 cm Transport Length 67 4 cm 26 53 in Excluding rubber foot Operational Temperature 40 C to 60 C 40 F to 140 F Material Carbon Fibre H Maximum Operational Height On Hinge Lock 153 cm 60 23 in X2 Extensions X2 H Minimum Operational Height On Hinge Lock 26 cm 10 23 in Technical specifications are subject to chang...

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