User Guide flowtech 75 Tripod Tripod Part No. V4150-0001 EN www.vinten.
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Contents Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Warning symbols used in these instructions . . . . . Health and Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Mounting and Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . About this guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Intended use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Safety Important information on the safe installation and operation of the product. Read this information before operating the product. For your personal safety, read these instructions. Do not operate the product if you do not understand how to use it safely. Save these instructions for future reference. Warning symbols used in these instructions Safety cautions are used in these instructions. These safety instructions must be followed to avoid possible personal injury and possible damage to the product.
About This Guide About this guide This user guide is an important part of the product and is aimed at the personnel who operate and maintain the tripod. It contains information about the tripod and its proper use and serves to safeguard users and their equipment. Intended use This tripod has been designed for professional use in television studios and outside locations for supporting fluid heads and cameras. Any use above and beyond this purpose is deemed improper and will void the warranty.
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Installation Setting up the Tripod 3. With the correct height achieved, lower the quick release levers to 1. The legs are secured using magnetic catches. Pull the legs from lock the legs in position. the bottom to separate. 2. Place the tripod on the ground. Lift the quick release levers fully and raise the tripod to the required height. ! 1 6 ! WARNING! The legs are only sufficiently locked when the locking levers are in the fully closed (down) position.
Installation Attach Optional Mid Level Spreader ! CAUTION! Ensure the latching pins are fully engaged with the locating holes in the tripod. Failure to attach correctly could result in damage to the equipment 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. The tripod is delivered with the Hinge Lock in the OFF position for use with a spreader. (See page 8 for lock operation). 1.
Installation Using Locks When no Spreader Used The tripod can be used without a spreader using the three lock positions. 1. The tripod has 3 x lock positions 20°, 46° and 72°. 46° 20° No Spreader Mode 2. With the lock in the raised position the lock is ON. Hinge Lock Slider in the engaged (ON) position. (Leg will stop at pre-set positions) Spreader Mode 3. With the lock in the lower position the lock is OFF. Hinge Lock Slider in the neutral (OFF) position.
Installation Opening Tripod Legs The angle of each leg can be adjusted independently of the other two legs. The first position at 20° is likely to be the most used position. 1. Press the lock button to engage the lock. (No Spreader Mode) 2. Pull the leg outward and it will stop at the 20° lock position. 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.
Installation 3. Move the leg past the 20° position. 5. Continue pulling the leg until it stops at the 46° lock position. 4. Engage the Lock Slider by pushing the Hinge Lock Button. 46° 6. Repeat procedure for the 72° position. 72° 7. Repeat for the remaining legs as required.
Installation Alternative Locking Method 1. An alternative method would be to release the Hinge Lock, and fully open the leg to 90° ! WARNING! Risk of finger entrapment. Avoid trapping fingers when operating the tripod. 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. 90° 72° 2. Engage the lock.
Installation Close Tripod Legs 1. The legs may be closed with or without the Lock being engaged. 2. Ensure the tripod legs are fully collapsed before moving them inward. ! WARNING! Risk of finger entrapment. Avoid trapping fingers when closing the tripod. The tripod is designed to accommodate the Mid-Level Spreader when collapsed. 12 3. Ensure the magnetic clasps have engaged and the legs are securely held.
Accessories Fit Supplied Attachment Mount Fit Optional Carry Strap 1. There are three accessory docks. These can be used to dock the 1. Fit the attachment mount as previous section: “Fit Supplied 2. Offer the accessory to the docking point on the tripod head. 2. Fit the split ring to the mounting point at the bottom of the upper supplied attachment mount, Variable Friction Arm etc.. 3. Insert the screw and tighten clockwise using a 5mm Hex key, tighten firmly. Attachment Mount”. section. 3.
Accessories Maintenance Attach Optional Rubber Feet Cleaning 1. Place the rubber foot between the spikes. Check the marking on the foot for the correct orientation. The ‘OUTSIDE’ marking must be turned away from the centre of the tripod. Video tutorials are available. Please visit www.vinten.com/flowtech for further details. ! CAUTION! Do not use solvent or oil based cleaners, abrasives or wire brushes to remove accumulations of dirt as these will damage the protective surfaces. Use clean water only.
Maintenance Hinge Lock Cleaning 4. Lift out the hinge lock button. 5. Use compressed air and a soft brush to remove any debris. The Hinge lock is designed so that sand or other debris may be worked out of the hinge lock mechanism. Repeatedly operate the button and hinge slider, combined with blowing out the debris until the mechanism operates smoothly. Should this procedure fail to sufficiently clear the debris, follow the instructions below to disassemble the mechanism for cleaning. 1.
Maintenance 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. ! WARNING! Use a non-slip mat to ensure the foot does not slip from the scales when applying downward pressure. WARNING! Finger entrapment. Take care not to trap fingers.
Technical Specification Tripod Bowl 75 mm Maximum payload 20 kg (44 lb) H Maximum Operational Height (On Mid-Level Spreader) H Minimum Operational Height (On Mid-Level Spreader) Weight 157 cm (61.81 in.) 63 cm (24.8 in.) When used without rubber feet the tripod height will decrease by up to 1.8 cm. 2.9 kg (6.39 lbs) Transport Length 67.4 cm (26.53 in.) Excluding rubber foot.
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