Cartoni STEERING P70 Mounting instructions

MAINTENANCE AND USER’S MANUAL
STEERING P70

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Thank you for choosing the STEERING P70 Pedestal manufactured by Cartoni S.p.A.
The STEERING P70 is designed and built using state-of-the-art technologies and
procedures in order to guarantee maximum reliability over time, as well as total safety for
its users.
In order to properly and safely use the STEERING P70 Pedestal read this manual
very carefully and follow the instructions.
All back-up material, and this manual in particular, should be stored in a safe place
for future reference.
This publication may not be reproduced in full or in part, or memorised, transmitted
or translated into any common or computer language, in any form or by any
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advice to any person or organization.
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CONTENTS
1. INTRODUCTION 3
1.1. PROPER USE.................................................................................................................................................3
1.2. WARRANTY...................................................................................................................................................4
1.3. AUTHORIZED PERSONNEL ..............................................................................................................................5
1.4. REGULATORY INFORMATION ...........................................................................................................................5
1.5. DOCUMENTATION ..........................................................................................................................................7
2. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 8
2.1. DATA TABLE................................................................................................................................................10
2.2. COMPATIBLE EQUIPMENT .............................................................................................................................11
2.3. USAGE.......................................................................................................................................................12
3. INSTALLATIONANDSETTINGS 13
3.1. SETTING THE PEDESTAL...............................................................................................................................15
3.2. MOUNTING THE CAMERA..............................................................................................................................21
3.3. PRESSURIZING THE PEDESTAL AND BALANCING THE LOAD................................................................................22
3.4. TRIM WEIGHTS ............................................................................................................................................23
4. USING THE PEDESTAL 24
4.1. HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT...................................................................................................................................24
4.2. CABLE GUARDS...........................................................................................................................................25
4.3. TRAVELLING ...............................................................................................................................................25
4.4. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS .................................................................................................................................26
5. DISASSEMBLING AND STORAGE 28
6. SERVICE 30
6.1. ROUTINE MAINTENANCE...............................................................................................................................30
6.2. EXTRA MAINTENANCE AND SPARE PARTS.......................................................................................................30
6.3. WHEEL EXCHANGE RECOMENDATION.............................................................................................................31
6.3. DECOMMISIONING........................................................................................................................................32

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1INTRODUCTION
The correct and safe use of this Pedestal is only guaranteed if it is used in accordance
with the following manual and other documentation that accompanies the STEERING P70
Pedestal. It is therefore essential to read all the documentation carefully and to keep it in a
safe place.
Although the equipment features safety devices not all the risks inherent its improper use
can be avoided.
It is necessary to always make sure that all operators have completely read and under-
stood the instructions. CARTONI S.p.A. accepts no responsibility for damage to persons
and/or property consequent to the improper use of the Pedestal.
Do not remove or deface any label, indication and warning affixed to the Pedestal.
CARTONI S.p.A. declines all responsibility for the failure to observe the standards of
safety and prevention detailed in the various sections of this manual and for injuries
caused due to improper use.
Any modification to the Pedestal must have prior authorization by CARTONI S.p.A.
All the standard maintenance operations (maintenance, repairs, cleaning and adjust-
ments) should be carried out by competent personnel as prescribed in the manual.
1.1 PROPER USE
The Pedestal has been designed and built for the support and movement of a Head with
Camera/lenses mounted on its horizontal and vertical axis.
In particular this manual refers to the machine specifications in section 2.
WARNING!! It is strictly forbidden to use the Pedestal in any other way
other than indicated.
WARNING!! The components used must conform to the indications in
section 2.
WARNING!! Do not remove or deface any label, indication or warning
affixed to the machine.

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WARNING!! Any modification to the Pedestal and/or its structure
and/or accessories must have prior authorization by CARTONI S.p.A.
WARNING!! Before using this Pedestal the manual should be read
carefully. Whoever uses the machine must be well informed on the op-
erative capacity and limits outlined in the manual.
1.2 WARRANTY
The STEERING P70 Pedestal is covered by a warranty against manufacturing defects for
5 years from the date of shipment (three years basic warranty + two years upon online
registration to www.cartoni.com).
The warranty covers replacement of any defective part and the labour required excluding
transport/duty costs.
In the case of replacement of single parts, these can be supplied free of charge by
CARTONI S.p.A., but the owner will bear the cost of transport/duty charges for the parts.
The warranty is only valid if the Pedestal has been used properly as outlined in the manu-
facturer’s instructions and has not been exposed to any mishandling. The warranty will be
immediately invalid if modifications and/or repairs are carried out by unauthorized persons
otherwise authorized by CARTONI S.p.A.
Components subject to wear and tear are not covered by the warranty.
The warranty is also invalidated by one of the following events:
Failure to comply with payment conditions
Failure to carry out appropriate maintenance
Removal or mistreatment of marks and/or labels containing data and technical
specification.
CARTONI S.p.A. accepts no responsibility for damage to the Pedestal caused by im-
proper use or the malfunction of other equipment connected to the Camera support.
In any case, the warranty only covers Pedestal damage and/or malfunctions and does not
entitle the purchaser/owner to claim any damages for loss of production time due to as-
sumed or proven damage caused by and/or connected to the Pedestal itself.

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1.3 AUTHORIZED PERSONNEL
Extraordinary maintenance and repairs to the machine can only be carried out by compe-
tent persons who are either employed, trained or authorized by CARTONI S.p.A. in writ-
ing.
Any information regarding repair/maintenance service stations can be obtained from
CARTONI S.p.A.
1.4 REGULATORY INFORMATION
The design and construction of the Pedestal by CARTONI S.p.A. complies with the regu-
lations listed below:
UNI EN ISO 12100 (2010) Safety of machinery - General principles for design –
Risk assessment and risk reduction
Directive 2006/42/CE Covering the harmonization of member States’ laws on ma-
chinery
Presidential Decree 17/2010 of 27/01/2010: Regulation implementing EU directive
2006/42/CE and subsequent amendments
Additional technical standards relating to specific safety measures as the UNI EN ISO
13857:2015 concerning safety distance and the UNI EN ISO 13850:2015 concerning the
emergency machine stop have been considered.

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1.5. DOCUMENTATION
This manual is supplied with the Pedestal along with the warranty card and both must be
saved for any further consultation or use.
The present manual can be downloaded from www.cartoni.com website.
In case of sale or transferring ownership of the Pedestal, the manual and warranty card
must be handed over to the new operator or owner.
The Pedestal designed and built by CARTONI S.p.A has passed the final test performed
at the factory to verify functional features, dimensional characteristics and durability.
Test results are saved by internal records and relate to:
Serial number and date of the test
List of compliance data to standard
Notes, attachments, specifications, etc.
WARNING!! The Pedestal cannot be used unless it has been posi-
tively tested and operators fully trained.

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2 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

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POS. DESCRIPTION
1 Steering wheel mark
2 Steering wheel
3 Extendable pneumatic column
4 Stroke lock
5 Support assembly clamp
6 Skid clamp
7 Left skid leg
8 Right skid leg
9 Wheel lock
10 Studio wheel Ø125 mm
11 Cable guard
12 Cable guard knob
13 Trim weight
14 Trim weight stowage
15 Column support assembly
16 Foot ring
17 Skid base
18 Central skid leg
19 Strut inserting seat
20 Fixed column
21 Support strut
22 Drag control knob
23 Steering tube
24 Trim weight seat
25 Safety hooking bar
26 Safety latch
27 Gauge G1/8 - 20 bar
28 Intake valve
29 Steering wheel support
30 4 bolt mounting plate
31 Steering wheel lock lever
32 Skid arm locking/unlocking lever

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2.1 DATA TABLE
Payload (up to) 75 Kg 165,3 lb
Column weight 15 Kg 33,0 lb
Steering wheel weight 3,6 Kg 7,9 lb
Foot ring weight 1 Kg 2,2 lb
Skid weight 24 Kg 52,9 lb
Total weight 43,6 Kg 96,1 lb
Trim weights (N. 4 x 1,3 Kg) 5,2 Kg 11,5 lb
Minimum height 800 mm 31,5 in.
Maximum height 1250 mm 49,2 in.
On-shot stroke 450 mm 17,7 in.
Minimum height from ground 19 mm 0,75 in.
Doorway tracking width 807 mm 31,8 in.
Wheel diameter 125 mm 4,9 in.
Optional OB wheel diameter 160 mm 6,3 in.
Steering wheel diameter 450 mm 17,7 in.
Skid leg radius 453 mm 17,8 in.
Max working pressure 8,5 bar 123,3 psi
Max safety valve pressure 9,0 bar 130,5 psi
Operational temperature -20 °C / +60 °C -4 °F / +140 °F

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2.2 COMPATIBLE EQUIPMENT
The equipment used with the STEERING P70 Pedestal should comply with the following
characteristics:
Optimal weight (Camera + accessories + fluid Head): <55 kg;
Maximum weight (Camera + lens/accessories + fluid Head): 75 kg;
Weight distribution must take in consideration that the centre of gravity (CG) of the
mounted elements stays well inside the rim of the wheelbase.
WARNING!! The Pedestal should be only used to support the hori-
zontal and vertical Camera movements of Cameras within the
weights indicated above.
CARTONI S.p.A. accepts no responsibility for malfunctions or
damage to persons or equipment, gear, materials, etc. when used
with equipment other than those indicated in the manual.
WARNING!! DANGER: It is strictly forbidden to climb on the Ped-
estal to transport people.
Optional accessories for tilt Head mounting
Details can be found on www.cartoni.com.

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2.3 Usage
The Pedestal has been designed to work in a clean, dry environment; furthermore the
Pedestal must not be used in areas with fine dust or corrosive gases.
WARNING!! The Pedestal is not designed to work in areas subject to
atmospheric explosives, the presence of fine dust, corrosive gases,
acids, corrosive agents or salt or sea salt; furthermore it is not suitable
for use in presence of ionized radiation or non ionized radiation (x-
rays, laser, micro-waves, ultra violet rays).
The working conditions are:
Temperature range: -20 °C / + 60 °C (- 4°/+140° F)
Humidity: 30 – 95 % (without condensation)
If the environmental conditions are critical we advise to install an adequate air condition-
ing in the area to balance the humidity and temperature to acceptable levels.
The Pedestal needs no particular requirements for storage, but should be stored in a dry
dust free closed place; these conditions should be ensured even during transportation.
If the storage area is dusty we advise to cover the pedestal with a protective cover.
The Pedestal produces a very low level noise; anyway, the weighted equivalent acoustic
pressure emitted by the Pedestal is below 70 dB (A).

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3INSTALLATION AND SETTINGS

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The Pedestal is split into the following component parts for shipment:
1. Skid base - dolly with 12,5 cm (4,9 in.) diameter wheels
2. One-stage column
3. Steering wheel
4. Foot-bar
5. 4 x bolt 3/8’’ x ½’’
6. Hexagonal key
7. 4 x weights
8. CARTONI manual air-pump
Prior to installation, please check the state of package for integrity on arrival, and also
make sure that none of the components shows signs of impact. If any such damage oc-
curs CARTONI S.p.A. should be informed immediately.
If the product is to be forwarded elsewhere, it should be carefully packed and the greatest
care should be taken not to damage any of the components.
The machine contains the following labeling and inscriptions:
CE mark
Model
Type
Serial number
WARNING!! It is strongly advised not to remove the labels found on
the Pedestal; the labels must remain well fixed, maintained and read-
able.
WARNING!! The information found on the Pedestal labels should be
given whenever assistance or changes are needed.
WARNING!! The installation must be carried out by qualified person-
nel.
WARNING!! The product must be used on smooth horizontal flooring,
able to hold the product weight and guarantee its stability.
WARNING!! The flooring should be such as to guarantee the stability
of the Pedestal, both in movement and at rest.

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3.1 SETTING THE PEDESTAL
Please assemble the Pedestal as follows:
Push down the red levers (32) to release the skid arms and rotate the two arms till the
levers (32) click in place, locking the arms in completely opened position.
Assemble the foot ring (16) screwing in the three knobs (A) under the skid (central
part).

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The foot ring (16) is useful for pushing the Pedestal but is mainly a safety de-
vice to prevent tip over of the Pedestal with off-set components such as tele-
prompters or additional monitors.
WARNING!! Do not remove the foot ring (9) when operating.
Lock the wheels by the wheel lock (9).
Extract the column with the column support assembly (15); in case the
column support assembly (15) should be disassembled, insert it in the
fixed column (20), positioning the centering pin to match the hole in the
column (see figure below), and lock the support assembly clamp (5).

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Install the column in the skid as follows:
Keep the column in vertical position and open towards external direction the three
support struts (21). Lift the struts (21) to 45°.

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Insert the lower part of the column on the central hole of the Skid. Couple the struts
(21) with the strut inserting seats (19) on the skid arms, and couple the lower part of
the steering tube with the mechanism seat on the skid. Proceed with caution lower-
ing the column base in the central hole of the skid.
Check that the struts (21) are perfectly coupled with the strut inserting seats (19) on
the Skid arms and that the two clamps (5) and (6) be vertically aligned. Lower clamps
(5) and (6) to secure column to skid.
Rotate the steering wheel (2) ½ turn: if the steering tube (23) has been correctly cou-
pled the wheels are rotating. At the beginning of rotation a click will be heard.
WARNING!! In case the wheels are not rotating and you do not hear the click,
please check the correct column/skid coupling, loosening the clamps (5) and (6) and
verifying the correct position of the struts (21) and steering tube (23). Lock the clamps
(6) (column-skid) and then (5) (struts-support) in sequence.

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Assemble the steering wheel (2) to the column as follows:
Place the steering wheel (2) on the steering wheel support (29), coupling the green
mark on (2) with one of the four red marks on (29).