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- Page 1 3S-FIX Tripods User Guide www.camgear.tv...
- Page 2 Copyright 2019 All rights reserved throughout the world. No part of this document may be stored in a retrieval system, transmitted, copied or reproduced in any way including, but not limited to, photocopy, photograph, magnetic or other record without the prior agreement and permission in writing of Camgear Inc. Disclaimer The information contained in this publication is believed to be correct at the time of printing.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Content Safety Installation Setting up the Tripod Using the Mid Level Spreader Using the Ground Spreader Maintenance Cleaning Checking Brake Force Adjusting Brake Force... -
Page 4: Safety
Safety 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. -
Page 5: Installation
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. WARNING! Tripod spiked feet can be dangerous. - Page 6 Installation 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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Page 7: Using The Mid Level Spreader
Installation Using the Mid Level Spreader 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. 1. Hold the spreader and press back the release button on the bottom of end of the spreader arm. - Page 8 Installation 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.
- Page 9 Installation 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. 5. Secure tripod onto rubber feet by engaging three foot retaining straps to each foot of the tripod.
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Page 10: Using The Ground Spreader
Installation Using the Ground Spreader To instal a ground spreader to tripod proceed as follows: 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. -
Page 11: Maintenance
Maintenance 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. -
Page 12: Adjusting Brake Force
Maintenance 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. 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. - Page 13 Maintenance 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...
- Page 14 Maintenance For 3S FIX-EFP100/EFP150 Tripod 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.