Top Clamp And Skid Clamp Adjustment; Skid Tracking - Vinten OSPREY lite User Manual

Top clamp and skid clamp adjustment

The top clamp and skid clamp are applied and released by turning the
handle clockwise or counter-clockwise. Both handles have push-on/
pull-off type ratchet adjustment.
To adjust the top and skid clamps pull the clamp handle away from
the spindle, rotate it counter clockwise and release.
Repeat the above procedure, as necessary, until the clamp locks
when applied but allows free movement when released.
Top Lever
Skid Lever

Skid tracking

Adjustments to the tracking of the skid may become necessary after
considerable use. Check the tracking as follows:
With the track locks engaged and a payload fitted, the skid should
track in a straight line over a distance of 3.6 m (12 feet) with deviation
not exceeding 5 cm (2 in.). If this cannot be achieved, the wheels
should be re-aligned.
When re-aligning the wheels, start by adjusting the wheel with
the gray locking knob on the fixed leg. This will often correct any
alignment problems.
To re-align the skid wheels:
1.
Remove the column from the skid, see Transportation and
storage on page 20.
2.
Engage the track lock (1) on each
castor.
3.
Remove two screws (2) from the foot
support (3) on the fixed leg and remove
the foot support.
4.
Using a suitable spanner remove nut
(4) (a spanner is available from Vinten
Part No. 3319-900SP).
5.
Apply Loctite 242 to the nut, re-install
and tighten lightly.
6.
Align the wheel on the fixed leg so that
it runs parallel to the leg.
7.
Using a suitable straight line on the
studio floor, check that over a distance
of 3.6 m (12 feet) the deviation does
not exceed 5 cm (2 in.). Re-adjust the
wheel until this is achieved. If it cannot
be achieved, the wheels on the other
two legs should be realigned.
8.
Once the wheels have been correctly aligned, tighten nuts (4).
9.
Install foot support (3) on each leg and secure with two screws (2).
Elimination of radial and side play on the elevation tube
or top stage
If excessive radial or side play is apparent on the elevation tube or top
stage. Then this adjustment should be carried out by a competent and
suitably trained person.
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