User Manual

11
Operation
Installing the head
To install a head with a ball mount, remove the bowl clamp assembly (11) from the head, position
the head on the tripod and refit the bowl clamp assembly from below. Level the head with the aid
of the level bubble (13) and tighten the bowl clamp. The level bubble may be illuminated by press-
ing the switch (16). The light will go out after approximately 15 seconds.
The flat base head may be installed on a standard ‘Vinten’ tripod or pedestal using the four mount-
ing bolts and washers provided or by using a `Quickfix' adaptor. A Mitchell adaptor may also be
used.
After mounting the head on a tripod, use the level bubble (13) to set it level. The level bubble may
be illuminated by pressing the illumination button (16). The light will go out after approximately 15
seconds.
Pan bars
Fit the pan bars on the mountings (21) and adjust the position of each one before tightening the
clamps. Adjust the length of the telescopic pan bar. Optional fixed and short fixed pan bars are
available (see Main assemblies in the Parts List).
Fitting a camera
The camera is attached to the head by means of a EFP Quickfit adaptor. To fit a camera, proceed
as follows:
Free the camera wedge (1) from the EFP Quickfit adaptor by sliding the safety lock plate
(3) fully forward and pushing in the lock bar (4).
Attach the wedge (1) to the camera/lens using the camera fixing screws (19).
WARNING! If using lifting equipment to raise or lower the head, use slings
or straps. DO NOT use shackles.
Ensure that slings or straps are securely attached to the head. A
suitable lifting point is at the rear of the platform, accessed by
moving the sliding plate (27) to the fully forward position.
DO NOT attach lifting slings or straps to the carrying handle.
WARNING! Before installing the head, hold a fixing bolt in position and
check that the threaded end does not project more than 12 mm
(15/32 in.) above the mounting face
WARNING! Do not rely on the tilt brake when changing the payload. Always
engage the centre lock.
Ensure that the weight and C of G height of the total payload is
within the range for which the head is designed
If installing on a pedestal, lock the pedestal in the fully
depressed position before installing the camera.