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- Page 1 Contents Next Previous Page View Fulmar Vinten Camera Control Solutions...
- Page 2 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 Vinten Broadcast Limited. Vinten is a registered trademark of Vinten Broadcast Limited.
- Page 3 This manual provides full and detailed maintenance and spare parts information for the Vinten Fulmar pedestal. The Fulmar pedestal is an obsolete product and this Maintenance Manual is provide for the final production version. WARNING!: Read the Safety Section on...
- Page 4 Page View Notes to readers This is an on-line version of ‘Fulmar Pedestal Maintenance Manual’ (3702-9). The Fulmar pedestal is an obsolete product and this Maintenance Manual is provide for the final production version. Navigation Clicking the mouse on any blue text will move you around the document.
- Page 5 Contents First Previous Next Previous Page Page Page View Safety - Read This First! Warning symbols in this maintenance manual Where there is a risk of personal injury, injury to others, or damage to the pedestal or associated equipment, comments appear, highlighted by the word WARNING! and supported by the warning triangle symbol.
- Page 6 First Previous Next Previous Page Page Page View Contents Page Foreword ................3 Notes to readers .
- Page 7 ............60 Fig 6.7 Fulmar Pedestal - Ram Assembly and Ram Plates .
- Page 8 Contents First Previous Next Previous Page Page Page View Abbreviations The following abbreviations are used in this publication: alternating current pound (weight) Amps Lubricated Friction across flats left hand as required MISO metric thread ASME American Society of Mech Engineers metre assy assembly...
- Page 9 Contents First Previous Next Previous Page Page Page View Technical Specification NOTE: The drawings in this section are provided only as a guide to construction and material in the pressurized parts of the pedestal. They should NOT be used for dismantling and assembly or the ordering of spare parts.
- Page 10 Contents First Previous Next Previous Page Page Page View Pressure Tank Assembly (Part No. 3702-42) All welds Standard: BS5500 - 1994- Category 2 Maximum Working Pressure 20.34 bar (295 psi) Design Pressure 22.4 bar (325 psi) Test Pressure 27.99 bar (406 psi) Volume 0.0318 m...
- Page 11 Contents First Previous Next Previous Page Page Page View Pressure Tank Assembly (Part No. 3702-42) Item Name Material Mild steel to BS970 non-lead bearing Packing strip Mild steel to BS970 non-lead bearing Leg mounting (RH) Mild steel to BS970 non-lead bearing Leg mounting (LH) Mild steel to BS970 non-lead bearing Mounting block...
- Page 12 Contents First Previous Next Previous Page Page Page View Safety Valve Assembly (Part No. 3702-26) Relief Valve Assembly (Part No. 3374-13) Item Name Material Body Brass, BS2874 CZ121 Pb4 Small washer Spring Flexo Ref 143306 Spool Stainless steel EN56AM Spigot Stainless steel EN56AM Bonded seal 1/4 in.
- Page 13 Contents First Previous Next Previous Page Page Page View Pressure Gauge Assembly (Part No. 3702-33) Pressure Gauge Assembly (USA) (Part No. 3054-11) Pressure Gauge Assembly (Part No. 3702-33) Pressure Gauge Assembly (USA) (Part No. 3054-11) Item Name Material Banjo Aluminium alloy HE 30 TF Bonded seal 1/4 in.
- Page 14 Contents First Previous Next Previous Page Page Page View Design Improvements Serial No. Details Information...
- Page 15 Description General The major assemblies of the Fulmar pedestal are the telescopic column and the base. The telescopic column is located in a fixed tube secured to the base assembly, and consists of a three-stage extension unit and a two-stage ram. The ram is pressurised by nitrogen stored in a tubular tank and this tank forms the main structure of the base.
- Page 16 Contents First Previous Next Previous Page Page Page View (18) (17) (16) (15) (14) (13) (12) (11) (10) Fig 1.1 Fulmar pedestal...
- Page 17 Contents First Previous Next Previous Page Page Page View The pedestal can be easily manoeuvred around the studio. The steering ring (16) is used to turn the pedestal wheels and the steering mechanism provides two modes of operation - crab, where all three wheels turn together, and steer, where two wheels are locked in the straight-ahead position and the third wheel steers independently.
- Page 18 Contents First Previous Next Previous Page Page Page View Two-stage Pressure Charging Safety Valve Gauge Valve Pressure Tank Fig 1.2 Pneumatic system - schematic diagram Head Mounting Platform The platform consists of a contoured alloy casting attached to the upper stage of the telescopic column. On the top of the platform provision is made for mounting a pan and tilt head (2).
- Page 19 Contents First Previous Next Previous Page Page Page View Section 2 Operation Contents Para General................1 Putting into service Unpacking .
- Page 20 Vinten pan and tilt heads Any type of Vinten head, including remotely operated types, may be fitted to the Fulmar pedestal. Fitting is carried out by placing the head in position, locating the four holes and fitting the four bolts provided.
- Page 21 A recommended charging kit for this pedestal is the charging valve assembly, Vinten Part No. 3702-32. Note that this piece of equipment is NOT a pressure reducing valve. Ascertain known payload to be fitted to pedestal (known payload = pan and tilt head, camera, lens and all ancillary equipment).
- Page 22 Contents First Previous Next Previous Page Page Page View Add four of the large trim weights to the weight tray in the platform. Set the column brake to OFF and turn the column friction adjuster to minimum. Using firm hand pressure raise and lower the steering ring to check that the pedestal balance is approximately correct.
- Page 23 Contents First Previous Next Previous Page Page Page View The friction control is located on the fixed part of the column assembly. Friction, or drag, may be applied to the movement of the column to suit the requirements of the operator. Adjustment is by turning the friction control knob, clockwise to increase friction, counter-clockwise to decrease friction.
- Page 24 Contents First Previous Next Previous Page Page Page View Section 3 Tools and Materials Special tools The following special tools are required for certain procedures detailed in Sections 4 and 5 Item Part No. Charging valve assembly 3702-32 Nitrogen charging Consumable materials The following consumable materials are required for certain procedures detailed in Sections 4 and 5.
- Page 25 Contents First Previous Next Previous Page Page Page View Section 4 Servicing Contents Para General................1 Cleaning .
- Page 26 Contents First Previous Next Previous Page Page Page View Servicing Nitrogen charging The pneumatic system of the pedestal is a closed circuit, and normally maintains a given pressure for a long period. However, the charge pressure may need to be varied for load changes in which case, the nitrogen charging procedure given in Section 2 must be followed.
- Page 27 Contents First Previous Next Previous Page Page Page View a tolerance of ± 0.42 bar (6 psi) is permitted, and provided that the valve opens between 20.82 bar and 21.65 bar (302 psi and 314 psi) it can be considered that it is functioning correctly. WARNING!: If valve setting is not satisfactory renew the complete valve assembly.
- Page 28 Contents First Previous Next Previous Page Page Page View Check the tension of the wheel chain by selecting the greatest length of unsupported chain and measuring the amount of slack. This should not exceed 10 mm (3/8in.). If unsatisfactory, adjust as in Para Refit cable guard and covers.
- Page 29 Contents First Previous Next Previous Page Page Page View Refit cable guard and covers. NOTE: The column bearing tracks do not require any lubricant. Adjustments Chain tensioning To retension steering chain (Fig 4.1): 10.1 Slacken the shaft bolt on the adjustable sprocket(2) and rotate the eccentric shaft using a...
- Page 30 Contents First Previous Next Previous Page Page Page View Wheel alignment After steering chain tensioning it may be necessary to re-align the wheel assembly. The procedure is as follows (Fig 4.2): 12.1 Remove cable guard and covers. 12.2 Set change-over gear to CRAB 12.3 Ensure that, with indicator on steering ring aligned with mark on steering wheel assembly, the steering wheels are set straight ahead.
- Page 31 Contents First Previous Next Previous Page Page Page View 13.3 Lower head mounting platform to a position that will just permit access to guide rollers. 13.4 At one of the pairs of adjustable guide rollers on the centre tube, remove the plugs slacken two grub screws on both bearings.
- Page 32 Contents First Previous Next Previous Page Page Page View Column Brake To compensate for wear on the brake pad (Fig 6.5 item 27) turn the brake adjuster (33) counter-clockwise until the correct operation is obtained.
- Page 33 Ensure all pressure is vented before disassembling any component in the pressure system. NOTE: Certain consumable materials are required for procedures detailed in this Section. Please refer to Section 3 - Tools and Materials. For further details, please contact Vinten Broadcast Ltd or your local distributor.
- Page 34 Contents First Previous Next Previous Page Page Page View Disassembly Column bearings Each column bearing is secured by four countersunk head socket screws. Ensure bearings are replaced in their correct position. To remove column bearings proceed as follows: Extend column to maximum. Remove load.
- Page 35 Contents First Previous Next Previous Page Page Page View Column and ram To remove the column proceed as follows: NOTE: It is not necessary to remove the column assembly from the pedestal or to dismantle the column for access to the ram assembly. Remove any load from the head mounting platform.
- Page 36 Contents First Previous Next Previous Page Page Page View Disconnect the cords (26) from the adjusters (27) noting the way in which the cords are secured in the adjusters. NOTE: Cords which have been disconnected from the adjusters must be replaced with new cords on reassembly.
- Page 37 Contents First Previous Next Previous Page Page Page View Lay the pedestal on its side. Referring to Fig 6.6 slacken the four screws (10) at each end of the manifold (4) to allow the 'O' ring seal (8) to unseat and any residual pressure in the tank to exhaust. Remove screws (10) and washers (9).
- Page 38 Contents First Previous Next Previous Page Page Page View Assembly Column and ram The arrangement of cords and chains within the column assembly is shown diagrammatically in 5.1. To assemble the column and ram: 10.1 Referring to 6.2, assemble top tube except for top track clamps (3). Chain tube Bottom...
- Page 39 Contents First Previous Next Previous Page Page Page View 10.2 Attach chains (10) to top tube anchor brackets (8) noting that anchor pins (6) are available in different lengths. 10.3 Referring to 6.3, assemble centre tube completely except for top track clamps (26) and cover (16).
- Page 40 Contents First Previous Next Previous Page Page Page View 10.23 Fully back off four adjustable rollers on fixed tube. 10.24 Insert bottom tube assembly into lower end of fixed tube, making sure that stop lugs on bottom tube will engage with stops fitted in fixed tube. 10.25 Adjust rollers on fixed tube (Section 10.26 Referring to...
- Page 41 280psi (19.31bar) 11.5 Connect nitrogen supply to the charging point on the pedestal. A recommended charging kit for this pedestal is the charging valve assembly, Vinten Part No. 3702-32. Note that this piece of equipment is NOT a pressure reducing valve.
- Page 42 Contents First Previous Next Previous Page Page Page View 11.20 Fit steering assembly (Para 14). 11.21 Place a mass of about 11 kg (24 lb) on the weight tray and fully compress the column to centralise the steering assembly in the weight tray. 11.22 Allow column to rise to its full extent and remove mass from weight tray.
- Page 43 280psi (19.31bar) 13.10 Connect nitrogen supply to the charging point on the pedestal. A recommended charging kit for this pedestal is the charging valve assembly, Vinten Part No. 3702-32. Note that this piece of equipment is NOT a pressure reducing valve.
- Page 44 Contents First Previous Next Previous Page Page Page View 14.6 Referring to 6.9, fit steering chain (23) and joining link (24). 14.7 Slacken clamp bolt (26). 14.8 Ascertain wheel position (set of wheels under change-over gear). 14.9 Align steering ring indicators to the wheel position. 14.10 Tighten clamping bolt (26).
- Page 45 ......... . . 83 Introduction This parts list is issued for the Fulmar pedestal, manufactured by VINTEN BROADCAST LIMITED, Western Way, Bury St. Edmunds, Suffolk, IP33 3TB, England.
- Page 46 Contents First Previous Next Previous Page Page Page View Certain items form part of -900SP series composite spare parts. These are detailed in Fig 6.15 and are indicated in the parts list by an asterisk (*). Due to restrictions placed on the transportation of adhesives and other materials, please obtain supplies of consumable materials from your local distributor.
- Page 47 Contents First Previous Next Previous Page Page Page View FULIP01 Fig 6.1 Fulmar Pedestal...
- Page 48 Contents First Previous Next Previous Page Page Page View Fig 6.1 Fulmar Pedestal Item Part No. Nomenclature 3702-335 Trim weight (large) 3702-13 Weight tray assembly (Fig 6.8) 3702-12 Tube assembly 3702-213 Weight box 3702-24 Steering assembly (Fig 6.9) 3702-11 Base assembly...
- Page 49 Contents First Previous Next Previous Page Page Page View FULIP02 Fig 6.2 Fulmar Pedestal - Top Tube...
- Page 50 Contents First Previous Next Previous Page Page Page View Fig 6.2 Fulmar Pedestal - Top Tube Item Part No. Nomenclature 3702-205 Top tube L072-005 Screw, csk, 4-40 in. UNC x 3/4 in. lg 3702-234 Track clamp, top 3702-256 Track. top tube L072-035 Screw, csk, 4-40 in.
- Page 51 Contents First Previous Next Previous Page Page Page View FULIP03 Fig 6.3 Fulmar Pedestal - Centre Tube...
- Page 52 Contents First Previous Next Previous Page Page Page View Fig 6.3 Fulmar Pedestal - Centre Tube Item Part No. Nomenclature 3702-36 Bearing assembly (adjusting), comprising: 3702-391 Bracket roller, adjusting 3176-223 bearing spindle 3176-228 Shim P203-006 Bearing, needle roller, radial, with angular contact ball bearing,...
- Page 53 Contents First Previous Next Previous Page Page Page View Fig 6.3 Fulmar Pedestal - Centre Tube (Cont) Item Part No. Nomenclature L075-917 Screw, skt cap hd, 10-32 in. UNF x 3/8 in. lg J550-001 Mushroom buffer 3702-204 Centre tube 3702-904SP* 3-strand pre-stretched Terylene cord, 1/4 in.
- Page 54 Contents First Previous Next Previous Page Page Page View FULIP04 Fig 6.4 Fulmar Pedestal - Bottom Tube...
- Page 55 Contents First Previous Next Previous Page Page Page View Fig 6.4 Fulmar Pedestal - Bottom Tube Item Part No. Nomenclature 3702-36 Bearing assembly (adjusting), comprising: 3702-391 Bracket roller, adjusting 3176-223 bearing spindle 3176-228 Shim P203-005 Bearing, needle roller, NK1B5902 3176-222...
- Page 56 Contents First Previous Next Previous Page Page Page View Fig 6.4 Fulmar Pedestal - Bottom Tube (Cont) Item Part No. Nomenclature 3702-243 Stop, bottom tube 3702-35 Bearing assembly, comprising: 3176-228 Shim P203-005 Bearing, needle roller, NK1B5902 L075-804 Grub screw, skt hd, 10-32 in. UNF x 1/4 in. lg...
- Page 57 Contents First Previous Next Previous Page Page Page View 10 11 FULIP05 Fig 6.5 Fulmar Pedestal - Fixed Tube...
- Page 58 Contents First Previous Next Previous Page Page Page View Fig 6.5 Fulmar Pedestal - Fixed Tube Item Part No. Nomenclature 3702-36 Bearing assembly (adjusting), comprising: 3702-391 Bracket roller, adjusting 3176-223 bearing spindle 3176-228 Shim P203-005 Bearing, needle roller, NK1B5902 3176-222...
- Page 59 Contents First Previous Next Previous Page Page Page View Fig 6.5 Fulmar Pedestal - Fixed Tube (Cont) Item Part No. Nomenclature L602-111 Washer, 5/6 in. UNF L501-165 Nut, full, 5/6 in. UNF Q300-114 Hole plug, P-1000 L076-924 Screw, skt cap hd, 1/4 in. UNF x 7/8 in. lg...
- Page 60 Contents First Previous Next Previous Page Page Page View FULIP06 Fig 6.6 Fulmar Pedestal - Tank...
- Page 61 Contents First Previous Next Previous Page Page Page View Fig 6.6 Fulmar Pedestal - Tank Item Part No. Nomenclature 3702-42 Pressure tank Q200-011* Bonded seal, Dowty PP-45-B 3702-46 Safety valve assembly 3702-255 Manifold 3702-14 Ram assembly (Fig 6.7) Q900H006* ‘O’ ring, 3/4 in. ID x 3/32 in. sect L075-918 Screw, skt cap hd, 10-32 in.
- Page 62 Contents First Previous Next Previous Page Page Page View Fig 6.6 Fulmar Pedestal - Tank (Cont) Item Part No. Nomenclature J001-036 Pressure gauge, 0-400 psi 3419-227 Adaptor nut...
- Page 63 Contents First Previous Next Previous Page Page Page View FULIP07 Fig 6.7 Fulmar Pedestal - Ram Assembly and Ram Plates...
- Page 64 Contents First Previous Next Previous Page Page Page View Fig 6.7 Fulmar Pedestal - Ram Assembly and Ram Plates Item Part No. Nomenclature 3702-14 Ram assembly, comprising: 3702-15 Cylinder assembly, 2nd stage, comprising: L800-111 Spirol pin, 1/4 in. dia x 2 1/2 in. long Q900H012* ‘O’...
- Page 65 Contents First Previous Next Previous Page Page Page View Fig 6.7 Fulmar Pedestal - Ram Assembly and Ram Plates (Cont) Item Part No. Nomenclature L501-170 Nut, Nyloc, 5/16 in. UNF L602-112 Washer, 5/16in., heavy 3702-259 Ram plate, 1st stage L075-006 Screw, csk hd, 10-32 UNC x 5/8 in.
- Page 66 Contents First Previous Next Previous Page Page Page View FULIP08 Fig 6.8 Fulmar Pedestal - Weight Tray Assembly...
- Page 67 Contents First Previous Next Previous Page Page Page View Fig 6.8 Fulmar Pedestal - Weight Tray Assembly Item Part No. Nomenclature 3702-462 Weight storage lining 3702-460 Weight storage lining L501-191 Nut, hex, 3/8 in. UNF L602-123 Washer, 3/8 in. L076-010 Screw, skt csk hd, 1/4 in.
- Page 68 Contents First Previous Next Previous Page Page Page View Fig 6.8 Fulmar Pedestal - Weight Tray Assembly (Cont) Item Part No. Nomenclature 3702-41 Steering roller assembly, comprising: L501-170 Nut, Nyloc, 5/16 in. UNF P200-244 Bearing, FAG 609.2ZR 3702-269 Roller, steering ring...
- Page 69 Contents First Previous Next Previous Page Page Page View Method of forming slip knot FULIP09 Fig 6.9 Fulmar Pedestal - Steering Assembly...
- Page 70 Contents First Previous Next Previous Page Page Page View Fig 6.9 Fulmar Pedestal - Steering Assembly Item Part No. Nomenclature 3702-280 Coupling, shaft (Fig 6.8) 3702--374 Washer 3702-313 Drive shaft 3702-365 Square tube bush 3702-19 Small drive tube, brazed 3702-315...
- Page 71 Previous Next Previous Page Page Page View Fig 6.9 Fulmar Pedestal - Steering Assembly (Cont) Item Part No. Nomenclature L071-503 Screw, pan hd, 2-56 in. UNC x 3/16 in. lg L800-035 Spirol pin, 3/32 in. dia x 5/8 in. lg L800-050 Spirol pin, 1/8 in.
- Page 72 Contents First Previous Next Previous Page Page Page View FULIP12 Fig 6.10 Fulmar Pedestal - Wheel Housing Assembly (Steering)
- Page 73 Contents First Previous Next Previous Page Page Page View Fig 6.10 Fulmar Pedestal - Wheel Housing Assembly (Steering) Item Part No. Nomenclature 3702-348 Steer label 3702-346 Pedal Q900H007* ‘O’ ring, R4081, 1 1/16 in. OD x 13/16 in. ID 3702-345...
- Page 74 Contents First Previous Next Previous Page Page Page View Fig 6.10 Fulmar Pedestal - Wheel Housing Assembly (Steering) (Cont) Item Part No. Nomenclature L078-908 Screw, skt cap hd, 3/8 in. UNF x 7/8 in. lg 3702-301 Tapped bush, eccentric 3556-2...
- Page 75 Contents First Previous Next Previous Page Page Page View FULIP13 Fig 6.11 Fulmar Pedestal - Wheel Housing Assembly (Adjustable Sprocket)
- Page 76 Contents First Previous Next Previous Page Page Page View Fig 6.11 Fulmar Pedestal - Wheel Housing Assembly (Adjustable Sprocket) Item Part No. Nomenclature 3702-302 Sprocket, adjustable L077-712 Bolt, hex hd, 5/16 in. UNF x 1 in. lg L602-112 Washer, 5/16 in. UNF L800-040 Spirol pin, 1/8 in.
- Page 77 Contents First Previous Next Previous Page Page Page View FULIP14 Fig 6.12 Fulmar Pedestal - Wheel Housing Assembly (Fixed)
- Page 78 Contents First Previous Next Previous Page Page Page View Fig 6.12 Fulmar Pedestal - Wheel Housing Assembly (Fixed) Item Part No. Nomenclature L078-908 Screw, skt cap hd, 3/8 in. UNF x 7/8 in. lg 3702-212 Wheel housing N200-007 Bearing 3556-2...
- Page 79 Contents First Previous Next Previous Page Page Page View FULIP10 Fig 6.13 Fulmar Pedestal - Wheel Assembly...
- Page 80 Contents First Previous Next Previous Page Page Page View Fig 6.13 Fulmar Pedestal - Wheel Assembly Item Part No. Nomenclature 3702-376 Shaft, steering wheel (Fig 6.10) 3702-375 Shaft, fixed wheel (Fig 6.11)(Fig 6.12) L501-191 Nut, full, 3/8 in. UNF L601-263...
- Page 81 Contents First Previous Next Previous Page Page Page View FULIP15 Fig 6.14 Fulmar Pedestal - Covers and Cable Guards...
- Page 82 Contents First Previous Next Previous Page Page Page View Fig 6.14 Fulmar Pedestal - Covers and Cable Guards Item Part No. Nomenclature 3054-204 Pressure gauge guard L073-503 Screw, pan head, slotted, 6-32UNC x 3/8 in. long 3702-318* Rubber mat (mech.)
- Page 83 Contents First Previous Next Previous Page Page Page View Fig 6.15 Fulmar Pedestal - Composite Spare Parts Part No. Nomenclature 3702-900SP Brake disc assembly, comprising: 3702-323 Brake disc 3702-326 Brake pad 3702-901SP Friction shaft assembly, comprising: 3702-328 Friction shaft 3702-326...
- Page 84 First Previous Previous Page Page View Fig 6.15 Fulmar Pedestal - Composite Spare Parts (Cont) Part No. Nomenclature Q900H012 ‘O’ ring, 1 7/8 in. ID x 1/8 in. sect Q900H013 ‘O’ ring, 1 1/2 in. ID x 1/8 in. sect Q900H014 ‘O’...