Vinten Vector 700 Maintenance Manual page 28

Contents
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Final adjustment
Tilt brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Pan brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Pan bearing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Balance mechanism bushes (Fig
Spring-loaded flap. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
General
1 This section details procedures for disassembly and assembly of the Vector 700 head. Reference is
made in the procedures to figures in
2 The head is constructed from precision components, many of which are of aluminium alloy. Several of
the assembly procedures require the use of special tools and specific sealants, adhesives or lubricants. It is
advised that only experienced and properly equipped personnel with access to all necessary tools and
materials should attempt to overhaul, repair or replace components on these heads. The tools and
consumable materials required for work on Vector 700 heads are listed in
WARNING!: To prevent damage to socket screw heads, use the correct hexagonal
wrenches and ensure that they are in good condition.
Disassembly
Platform Assembly
3 To remove the platform assembly, proceed as follows:
3.1 Remove the payload (if fitted).
3.2 Level the platform.
3.3 Referring to
the sliding plate (1) fully backwards.
3.4 Referring to
blocks (5). Lift of the platform.
3.5 The two Spirol pins (4) will remain in the platform pivot blocks, but may be removed if required.
6.6). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Section 6 - Illustrated Parts
Fig 6.10, release the sliding plate clamp (23). Use the adjustment knob (15) to wind
Fig 6.6, remove six screws (1) securing the platform (2) to the two platform pivot
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