arrow arrow Fluid Head OPERATOR’S MANUAL #1025 Arrow 40 Fluid Head #1028 Arrow 55 Fluid Head 40 55
Features and Controls Sliding Platform Camera Screws Camera Plate Pan Handle Sliding Platform Lock Quick Release Knob Safety Tab Pan Handle Clamp Tilt Lock Counterbalance Selector Pan Lock Threaded Stud Tilt Drag Control Bubble Level Pan Drag Control Clamp Nut Fig. 2 Fig.
Introduction Safety Instructions Thank you for purchasing the Arrow 40/55 Fluid Head. The Arrow 40 Fluid Head has been designed to suit payload capacities from ENG to standard configuration EFP cameras. The Arrow 55 Fluid Head has been designed to suit EFP and Studio cameras.
Technical Data Arrow 40 Arrow 55 Weight - kg (lb) 3.2 (7.0) 3.2 (7.0) Payload Range - kg (lb) 7.0 – 16.0 (15.4 – 35.3) 10.0 – 25.0 (22.0 – 55.1) Max Capacity - kg (lb) 25 (55.1) 25 (55.
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Operating Instructions The operating instructions are described in six steps. Please read and understand these instructions before using this equipment. Do not omit any steps. 1 Fluid Head Set-up 1.1 Loosen the PAN HANDLE CLAMP fully then rotate the PAN HANDLE until it is approximately perpendicular to the THREADED STUD (fig. 5) and tighten the PAN HANDLE CLAMP - avoid contact wear between the serrations on the Fluid Head and the PAN HANDLE CLAMP, if this occurs then unwind the PAN HANDLE CLAMP further. 1.
Operating Instructions 2. Camera Set-up 2.1 Remove the CAMERA PLATE by pulling down the SAFETY TAB while rotating the QUICK RELEASE KNOB to the left. The CAMERA PLATE should pop out. 2.2 Refer to the Camera’s owners manual for correct method of attachment to the CAMERA PLATE. 2.6 Release the SLIDING PLATFORM LOCK and slide the SLIDING PLATFORM such that the camera’s C of G is directly above the centre axis of the Fluid Head (fig. 6) and tighten the SLIDING PLATFORM LOCK (fig. 6).
Operating Instructions The counterbalance system was designed to neutralise the effect of the camera weight when it is tilted. The Arrow 40/55 Fluid Head offers a 4 position counterbalance system which can be operated via the COUNTERBALANCE SELECTOR (fig. 1). The COUNTERBALANCE SELECTOR must be operated when the SLIDING PLATFORM is in a horizontal position. After changing the Counterbalance setting it may be necessary to tilt the camera back and forth to ensure that the CB spring has engaged.
Operating Instructions 4. Pan / Tilt Drag Control. Tilt Drag Setting The Arrow 40/55 Fluid Head offers 7 selectable positions of fluid drag + zero setting in the Pan and Tilt. The settings are equally stepped from light drag in position 1 up to heavy drag in position 7, the drag plates are completely disengaged in position zero.
Maintenance The Arrow 40/55 Fluid Head offers high quality surface coatings, dust and moisture seals. Miller recommends keeping the Fluid Head clean at all times by using soft brushes and lint free cloth to wipe over the surfaces. Illumination Button ◗ Do not immerse the Fluid Head in any liquid. ◗ Do not use stiff brushes, abrasives, harsh detergents and solvents. Battery Replacement The Arrow 40/55 Fluid Head uses a single GP23A type - 12 Volt battery for Illumination.
Storage Service, Sales and Support The Arrow 40/55 Fluid Head can be stored for extended periods; Miller recommends storage in a Miller Soft Case and the following: Miller Authorised Service Agents must carry out all service and repair work. Failure to observe this requirement may void warranty. It is advisable to notify Miller or a Miller Authorised. Service Agent if a change of performance is observed as a result of dropping or rough usage.
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