CAM GEAR 3S-FIX User manual

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User Guide
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3S-FIX Tripods

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Safety 2
Installation 3
Maintenance 9
Setting up the Tripod 3
Using the Mid Level Spreader 5
Using the Ground Spreader 8
Cleaning 9
Checking Brake Force 9
Adjusting Brake Force 10
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Warning Symbols Used in these Instructions
Health and Safety
Mounting and Installation
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Important information on the safe installation and operation of these products. Read this
information before operating the products.
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! Risk of personal injury or injury to others. All personnel must be fully
trained and adhere to correct manual handling techniques and Health & Safety
regulations. It is the responsibility of the local organisation to enforce safe working
practices at all times.
Where there is a risk of personal injury, injury to others, or damage to tripod system
or associated equipment, comments appear, highlighted by the word ‘WARNING!’.
And supported by the warning triangle symbol.
Where there is a risk of damage to the product, associated equipment, process or
surroundings, comments appear supported by the word ‘CAUTION!’. And
supported by the warning triangle symbol.
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 entrapment. Avoid trapping fingers when operating the
tripod.
WARNING! Trip hazard. Set the tripod footprint to suit the shooting environment.
WARNING! Toppling hazard. Do not leave unattended. Keep out of reach of
children.
WARNING! When in use always fully lock the tripod quick release levers to prevent
the tripod collapsing.
WARNING!When releasing the quick release levers, be prepared to support the
weight of any attached payload. The levers are only sufficiently locked when in
the fully closed (down) position.
CAUTION! Always hold the payload securely when making adjustments to the
tripod height or footprint.
CAUTION! Do not place your foot or heavy weight onto the spreader.
CAUTION! Always remove the camera before transporting.
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Setting up the Tripod
1. The legs are secured using magnetic catches. Pull the legs from the bottom to
separate.
2. Place the tripod on the ground. Lift the quick release levers fully and raise the
tripod tothe required height.
WARNING! Tripod spiked feet can be dangerous. Always place tripod on the ground
before releasing quick release levers.
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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.
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Using the Mid Level Spreader
2. Pushing down the end of spreader arm to locating pin on the tripod.
3. Release the buttons to lock the spreader in place.
1. Hold the spreader and press back the release button on the bottom of end of the spreader
arm.
CAUTION! Ensure all the ends of each spreader arm are fully engaged with the
locating pins in the tripod. Failure to attach correctly could result in damage to the
equipment.
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3. To adjust the footprint of tripod on the ground, just turn the angle adjusting knob in the center
of spreader, the spreader arms change to different position. It also can be used to adjust height
of tripod as well.
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5. Tighten the spreader locks when the tripod legs are in the correct position.
5. Secure tripod onto rubber feet by engaging three foot retaining straps to each foot of the
tripod.
4. Unlock the spreader arms to allow the arms to extend as required.
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Using the Ground Spreader
1. Unfold legs of spreader and place flat on the ground. Ensure three clamp knobs are
engaged.
2. Lower tripod onto the spreader and locate the feet onto the three foot supports.
3. Secure tripod onto spreader by engaging three foot retaining straps to each foot of the
tripod.
4. Unlock the three clamp knobs to allow the legs of spreader to extend as required.
To instal a ground spreader totripod proceed as follows:
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Use out-of-doors under adverse conditions will require special attention. Salt spray should be
washed off with fresh water at the earliest opportunity. Sand and dirt acts as an abrasive and
should be removed using a semi-stiff brush or vacuum cleaner.
1. Extend the middle and lower sections
3. An standard force is applied, the leg should remain extended.
4. If the leg starts to collapse before the standard force is achieved,
then adjustment is required.
2. Place a rubber mat or similar item on a set of scales to prevent damage and skidding. Place
one leg on a set of scales and apply a vertical downward force.
Periodically check the effectiveness of the leg brake force and adjust if necessary.
During normal use the only cleaning required is a periodic wipe-down with a lint-free cloth. Any
dirt that accumulates during storage or periods of non-use may be removed with a vacuum
cleaner. Particular attention should be paid tothe ball base of the tripod.
Cleaning
Checking Brake Force
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.
WARNING! Use a non-slip mat to ensure the foot does not slip from the scales when
applying downward pressure.
WARNING! Finger entrapment. Look out not totrap fingers.
T75/T100 Tripod ENG TripodEFP Tripod
< 35 kg/77 lbs
> 35 kg/77 lbs
< 40 kg/88 lbs
> 40 kg/88 lbs
< 50 kg/110 lbs
> 50 kg/110 lbs
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Adjusting Brake Force
1. Using the given hex key to remove the screw and free the upper adjustment screw.
2. Lift the quick release lever. Using the given hex tool to turn the upper adjustment screw
clockwise to increase the brake force.
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CAUTION! Do not let the brake foce exceed too much more than required as this will
lead to increased wear and stress on the brake components.
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3. Keeping the quick release lever lifted. The lower adjustment screw is located as following.
Using the given hex key, turn the lower adjustment screw clockwise to increase the brake
force.
For 3S FIX-T75/T100/ENG Tripod
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4. When the adjustment is made, test the brake force again on the scales, repeat if necessary.
5. Repeat the procedure for the remaining two legs.
For 3S FIX-EFP100/EFP150 Tripod
Maintenance