Vinten flowtech 75 User manual

User Guide
Part No. V4150-0001
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Tripod
owtech 75 Tripod

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Contents
Safety.....................................2
Warning symbols used in these instructions .....2
Health and Safety .........................2
Mounting and Installation ...................2
About this guide...........................3
Intended use .............................3
Warranty ................................3
Extended warranty ........................3
Operating Elements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Optional Accessories........................ 5
Installation.................................6
Setting up the Tripod .......................6
Attach Optional Mid Level Spreader ...........7
Using Locks When no Spreader Used .........8
No Spreader Mode ........................8
Spreader Mode ...........................8
Opening Tripod Legs.......................9
Alternative Locking Method................. 11
 ........................12
Accessories ..............................13
Fit Supplied Attachment Mount ..............13
....................13
Fit Optional Rubber Feet...................14
Maintenance .............................. 14
 ...............................14
Flush the Tripod..........................14
 ......................15
 .....................16
Adjusting brake force......................16
Tripod .................................17
Technical Specication ..................... 17

2
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.
Health and Safety
!
WARNING! Where there is a risk of personal injury or
injury to others, comments appear 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’.
!
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.
Mounting and Installation
!
WARNING! Do not exceed the maximum payload
capacity.
!
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 nger entrapment. Avoid trapping
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!
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 lock the tripod leg
clamps 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 sufciently 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.

3
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
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Any use above and beyond this purpose is deemed improper and will
void the warranty.
Warranty
The product is covered by a one year warranty.
The warranty will be invalidated if:
• The tripod is improperly installed or used in a manner contrary to
this user guide.
• The tripod housing is opened by unauthorised personnel.
We reserve the right to make changes to the product based on
technological advances.
Extended warranty
Please register at www.vinten.com for an extended warranty period.

4
Operating Elements
Pos No. Description
1Hinge Lock Slider
2Hinge Lock Button
3Double-spiked Foot
4
5Quick Release Lever
6Accessory Dock x 3
7Attachment Mount
1
2
3
4
5
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5
Optional Accessories
Pos No. Description Part No.
1Rubber Feet V4150-1901
2Mid-level Spreader V4150-1001
3Attachment mount V4150-1900
4 V4150-1901
1
2
3
4

6
Installation
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 to the required height.
12 3
!
WARNING! Tripod spiked feet can be dangerous. Always
place tripod on the ground before releasing quick release
levers.
3. With the correct height achieved, lower the quick release levers to
lock the legs in position.
!
WARNING! 
locking levers are in the fully closed (down) position.

7
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
The tripod is delivered with the Hinge Lock in the OFF
position for use with a spreader.
(See page 8 for lock operation).
1. Hold the spreader between thumb
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release buttons on each side.
2. Align the latching pins with the locating
holes on the tripod leg.
3. Release the buttons to lock the
spreader in place.
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.
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Lock is in the OFF (spreader mode) position for use with a
spreader. (See page 8 for lock operation).

8
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°.
Hinge Lock Slider in the neutral
(OFF) position.
(Legs free to move through full
movement)
Hinge Lock Slider in the engaged
(ON) position.
(Leg will stop at pre-set positions)
46°
20°
72°
!
Caution! Risk of damage. Only use the 72° hinge lock
setting with the legs in the fully retracted position. Do not
apply excessive load.
No Spreader Mode
2. With the lock in the raised position the lock is ON.
Spreader Mode
3. With the lock in the lower position the lock is OFF.

9
Opening Tripod Legs
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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.
Installation
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 1to relieve the tension on the lock.
b. Push the lock slider down 2and pull the leg outwards 3.
20°
The angle of each leg can be adjusted independently of the
other two legs.
1
2
3
Repeat for the remaining legs.

10
Installation
3. Move the leg past the 20° position.
4. Engage the Lock Slider by pushing the Hinge Lock Button.
5. 
6. Repeat procedure for the 72° position.
72°
46°
7. Repeat for the remaining legs as required.

11
Installation
20°
46°
72°
Alternative Locking Method
1. An alternative method would be to release the Hinge Lock, and
fully open the leg to 90°
!
WARNING! Risk of nger entrapment. Avoid trapping
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90°
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
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2. Engage the lock.

12
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 nger entrapment. Avoid trapping

3. Ensure the magnetic clasps have engaged and the legs are
securely held.
The tripod is designed to accommodate the Mid-Level
Spreader when collapsed.

13
Accessories
Fit Supplied Attachment Mount
1. There are three accessory docks. These can be used to dock the
supplied attachment mount, Variable Friction Arm etc..
2. Offer the accessory to the docking point on the tripod head.
3. Insert the screw and tighten clockwise using a 5mm Hex key,
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4. Follow the same procedure to attach optional accessories to the
remaining mounting points if required.
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
Fit Optional Carry Strap
1. Fit the attachment mount as previous section: “Fit Supplied
Attachment Mount”.
2. Fit the split ring to the mounting point at the bottom of the upper
section.
3. Attach the strap clasps to the mounting points.

14
Cleaning
!
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.
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 to the ball base of the
tripod.
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.
If exposed to extreme conditions, sand or grit could enter the tripod.

Flush the Tripod
1. Place the tripod in a bucket of clean, 30 cm deep water.
2. Release the quick release levers and extend tripod fully.
3. Keeping the feet in the water, collapse and extend the tripod
repeatedly, forcing water through the leg sections until the leg
moves freely with no sign of sticking or contamination.
4. If required turn the tripod upside down and repeat.
5. Wipe down the outer surface with a clean dry cloth.
Accessories Maintenance
Video tutorials are available. Please visit
www.vinten.com/owtech for further
details.
Attach Optional Rubber Feet
1. 
the foot for the correct orientation. The ‘OUTSIDE’ marking must
be turned away from the centre of the tripod.
1
2
2. Bend the rubber strap 1and engage the bottom edge of the
lever in the tripod recess.
3. Lift the lever 2upwards towards the tripod until it locks in place.

15
Maintenance
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.

instructions below to disassemble the mechanism for cleaning.
1. Pull the leg out to gain access to the M4 lock screw.
2.  key, remove the M4 lock
screw by turning anticlockwise.
Hinge Lock Cleaning
3. 
and push the hinge slider towards the bowl and lift out.
4. Lift out the hinge lock button.
5. Use compressed air and a soft brush to remove any debris.
!
WARNING! When using compressed air, wear suitable
safety glasses to avoid injury.
6. 
driver pushing on the centre of the lock, debris will work its way
out the bottom of the mechanism.
7. Once the lock is clean assembly is a reversal of steps 2 - 4.
!
Caution! When replacing the M4 lock screw, offer it to the
thread and turn anticlockwise until you hear / feel a click
then tighten clockwise. This will prevent the screw from
being cross threaded.
!
Caution! If the screw is dropped in the lock mechanism,
do not try to close the leg. Turn the tripod upside down and
shake the screw out or retrieve using pliers.

16
Adjusting brake force
1. Lift the quick release lever to clear the adjustment screw. Using a
 key, turn clockwise to increase the brake force.
2. 10 full turns = 2 kg (4.4 lb) of additional brake force.
3. When the adjustment is made, test the brake force
again on the scales, repeat if necessary.
4. Repeat the procedure for the remaining two legs.
!
CAUTION! Do not adjust more than required as this
will lead to increased wear and stress on the brake
components.
Maintenance
2.5mm
Should the adjustment range become in-
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please contact your local service centre.
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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.
3. With an average downward force of
20 - 30 kg (44 - 66 lb) applied, the leg
should remain extended.
4. If the leg starts to collapse before a
20 kg (44 lb) force is achieved then
adjustment is required.
“See Adjusting brake 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
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20 - 30 kg (44 - 66 lb)
< 20 kg (44 lb)
Average slip force
> 30 kg (66 lb)
20 cm (7.9 in)
20 cm (7.9 in)
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kg

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Technical Specication
Tripod
Bowl
75 mm HMaximum Operational Height (On Mid-Level Spreader)
157 cm (61.81 in.)
Maximum payload
20 kg (44 lb) HMinimum Operational Height (On Mid-Level Spreader)
63 cm (24.8 in.)
Weight
2.9 kg (6.39 lbs) When used without rubber feet the tripod height will
decrease by up to 1.8 cm.
Transport Length
67.4 cm (26.53 in.) Excluding rubber foot.
Operational Temperature
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Material
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HMaximum Operational Height (On Hinge Lock)
153 cm (60.23 in.) X2
Extensions
X2
HMinimum Operational Height (On Hinge Lock)
26 cm (10.23 in.)
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AV
itec Group brand
Publication No. V4150-4980/D