Pan And Tilt Fluid Drag; Storing The Head - oConnor 1030D Operator's Manual

Pan and tilt fluid drag

Both the pan and tilt mechanisms incorporate the OConnor ultra-smooth fluid drag system to
ensure smooth movement. The pan drag adjustment knob is located below the level bubble on
the left side of the head and the tilt drag adjustment knob on the lower right rear of the head.
Both controls are continuously adjustable from 1 through 5.
To increase drag, turn the knob clockwise, towards a higher setting.
To decrease drag, turn the knob counterclockwise, towards a lower setting.

Storing the head

When shooting is finished and the head is to be stored, head settings (i.e. counterbalance and
fluid drag) should be left unchanged. This will reduce wear on the head's mechanisms and save
time on the next shoot. The head should be covered or stored in a bag/case when not in use.
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