Vinten Flowtech 75 Manuel utilisateur

User Guide

Part No. V4150-0001

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Tripod

owtech 75 Tripod

Original Instructions: English

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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

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Fit Optional Rubber Feet...................14

Maintenance .............................. 14

 ...............................14

Flush the Tripod..........................14

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Adjusting brake force......................16

Tripod .................................17

Technical Specication ..................... 17

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.

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.

Operating Elements

Pos No. Description

1Hinge Lock Slider

2Hinge Lock Button

3Double-spiked Foot

4

5Quick Release Lever

6Accessory Dock x 3

7Attachment Mount

Optional Accessories

Pos No. Description Part No.

1Rubber Feet V4150-1901

2Mid-level Spreader V4150-1001

3Attachment mount V4150-1900

4 V4150-1901

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.

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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.

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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

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).

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.

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