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Parking brake
A parking brake is provided on one wheel, operated by a red, foot-operated button
, adjacent
to the crab/steer button.
To apply the brake, press down on the button. Press the button again to release the brake.
Cable guards
Height-adjustable cable guards
are fitted to the standard 200 mm (7.9 in.) solid rubber wheels
and the optional 160 mm (6.3 in.) solid polymer composite wheels.
They are adjusted by slackening the knobs, setting the cable guards at the required height and
re-tightening the knobs.
Cable clamp
A cable clamp
is provided on the base.
Transportation and storage
To prepare the pedestal for transportation and storage, proceed as follows:
Fully depress the moving column
. Push down on the weight tray
catch rocker switches to the locked position.
Remove the camera and accessories.
WARNING! This brake is intended for use only as a parking brake. Do not
apply the brake while the pedestal is in motion.
WARNING! The OB Quattro pedestal has a mass of 117 kg (257 lb). Take
care when lifting the pedestal. Always use the lifting handles
Do not lift the pedestal by the base casting or by the steering
ring.
Local, national or international regulations may apply to the
transport and storage of pressurized pedestals.
NOTE:
It is not necessary to reduce the pedestal pressure prior to transportation or
storage.
WARNING! A pressure retaining valve prevents pedestal pressure being
reduced below approximately 3.5 bar (50 psi)