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Part No. S2051-0006
S2052-0001
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  • Page 1 User Guide Tripod Part No. S2051-0006 S2052-0001 www.sachtler.com...
  • Page 2 Copyright © 2021 All rights reserved. Original Instructions: English All rights reserved throughout the world. No part of this publication 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 the Videndum Plc.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Safety........2 Accessories ......18 Warning symbols used in these instructions .
  • Page 4: Safety

    Safety Important information on the safe installation and operation of WARNING! Trip hazard. Set the tripod footprint to suit the the product. Read this information before operating the product. shooting environment. For your personal safety, read these instructions. Do not operate the product if you do not understand how to use it safely.
  • Page 5: About This Guide

    The tripod is improperly installed or used in a manner contrary to this user guide. • The tripod housing is opened by unauthorised personnel. We reserve the right to make changes to the product based on technological advances. Extended warranty Please register at www.sachtler.com for an extended warranty period.
  • Page 6: Operating Elements

    Operating Elements Pos No. Description Hinge Lock Slider Hinge Lock Button Double-spiked Foot Leg Magnetic Clasp Quick Release Lever Accessory Dock x 3 Attachment Mount...
  • Page 7: Optional Accessories

    Optional Accessories Pos No. Description Part No. Rubber Feet S2058-1073 Mid-level Spreader flowtech S2082-1001 ® Mid-level Spreader flowtech S2056- 0001 ® Attachment Mount S2051-1900 Carry Strap Kit 8691 Carry Handle c/w Hex Key S2051-1061 Rotating Carry Handle c/w Hex Key S2051-1062 Ground Spreader S2058-0001...
  • Page 8: Installation

    Installation Setting up the Tripod With the correct height achieved, lower the quick release levers to lock the legs in position. The legs are secured using magnetic catches. Pull the legs from the bottom to separate. Note! If preferred this step may be performed after step 3. WARNING! The legs are only sufficiently locked when the locking levers are in the fully closed (down) position.
  • Page 9 Installation Attach Optional Mid-Level Spreader flowtech ® Unlock the spreader arms to allow the arms to extend as required. Tighten the spreader locks when the tripod legs are in the correct CAUTION! Ensure the latching pins are fully engaged with position.
  • Page 10: Attach Optional Mid-Level Spreader Flowtech75

    Installation Attach Optional Mid-Level Spreader flowtech flowtech ® Operation of Mid-Level Spreader ® Press and hold the arm release button (as below). CAUTION! Ensure the latching pins are fully engaged with the locating holes in the tripod. Failure to attach correctly Extend the inner arm to the required length and release the could result in damage to the equipment button.
  • Page 11 Installation The spreader has 4 x locking positions 50, 40, 30 and 0° Rotate the adjustment cap on top of the spreader, anticlockwise to allow the spreader to open to the selected setting. A positive click will be felt as each position is achieved. 50°...
  • Page 12: Attach Optional Ground Spreader Flowtech

    Installation Attach Optional Ground Spreader flowtech Place the spreader flat on the floor. ® CAUTION! Ensure the ground spreader legs are all the same length before attempting to fold the tripod with the spreader attached. Failure to observe this procedure could lead to damage of the Ground Spreader The tripod is delivered with the Hinge Lock in the OFF position for use with a spreader.
  • Page 13: Operation Of Ground Spreader

    Installation Operation of Ground Spreader Bend the rubber strap and engage the bottom edge of the When assembled on the tripod, use your foot to press and hold lever in the tripod recess. the arm release button (as below). Lift the lever upwards towards the tripod until it locks in place.
  • Page 14: Closing Tripod With Ground Spreader

    Installation Closing Tripod with Ground Spreader Attached To close the tripod legs, ensure all the spreader legs are set at the same distance. Lift the spreader using the centre knob, then close the legs as normal. CAUTION! Ensure the ground spreader legs are all the same length before attempting to fold the tripod with the spreader attached.
  • Page 15: Remove Foot From Spreader

    Installation Remove Foot from Spreader To remove the feet from the spreader, push the foot release button towards the centre of the spreader. Lift the foot from the spreader. Reverse the procedure to re-attach the feet to the spreader Cleaning. The spreader can be removed from the feet while they are still After each use, brush off any dirt or debris, if necessary wash down attached to the tripod...
  • Page 16: Using Locks When No Spreader Used

    Installation Using Locks When no Spreader Used No Spreader Mode With the lock in the raised position the lock is ON. The tripod can be used without a spreader using the three lock positions. Hinge Lock Slider in the engaged (ON) position.
  • Page 17: Opening Tripod Legs

    Installation Opening Tripod Legs The angle of each leg can be adjusted independently of the other two legs. The first position at 20° is likely to be the most used position. To select the 46° or 72° position, disengage the lock. Press the lock button to engage the lock.
  • Page 18 Installation Continue pulling the leg until it stops at the 46° lock position. Move the leg past the 20° position. Engage the Lock Slider by pushing the Hinge Lock Button. 46° Repeat procedure for the 72° position. 72° Repeat for the remaining legs as required.
  • Page 19: Alternative Locking Method

    Installation Alternative Locking Method WARNING! Risk of finger entrapment. Avoid trapping fingers when operating the tripod. An alternative method would be to release the Hinge Lock, and fully open the leg to 90° Move the leg towards the body. As the leg passes each lock point, an audible click will be heard, the leg is prevented from opening past this point again without disengaging the lock first.
  • Page 20: Close Tripod Legs

    Installation Accessories Fit Supplied Attachment Mount Close Tripod Legs There are three accessory docks. These can be used to dock the The legs may be closed with or without the Lock being engaged. supplied attachment mount, optional handle or a Magic Arm etc.. Ensure the tripod legs are fully collapsed before moving them Offer the accessory to the docking point on the tripod head.
  • Page 21: Fit Optional Carry Strap

    Accessories Attach Optional Rubber Feet Fit Optional Carry Strap Place the rubber foot between the spikes. Check the marking on Fit the attachment mount as previous section: “Fit Supplied the foot for the correct orientation. The ‘flowtech’ marking must Attachment Mount”. face outwards.
  • Page 22: Fit Optional Carry Handle

    Accessories Fit Optional Rotating Carry Handle (S2051-1062) Fit Optional Carry Handle (S2051-1061) To attach the handle to one of the accessory docks. To attach the handle to one of the accessory docks. Fitting the Rotating Carry Handle Using a small screwdriver, lever the plug from the top of the handle to reveal the mounting screw.
  • Page 23: Operating The Rotating Carry Handle

    Maintenance Accessories Operating the Rotating Carry Handle Cleaning Video tutorials are available, if required please contact support@videndumgroup. Loosen the Lock Knob, for further details. approximately three turns anti-clockwise. 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.
  • Page 24: Hinge Lock Cleaning

    Maintenance Hinge Lock Cleaning Lift out the hinge lock button. The Hinge lock is designed so that sand or other debris may be worked out of the hinge lock mechanism. Repeatedly operate the button and hinge slider, combined with blowing out the debris until the mechanism operates smoothly. Should this procedure fail to sufficiently clear the debris, follow the instructions below to disassemble the mechanism for cleaning.
  • Page 25: Checking Brake Force

    19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 please contact your local service centre. adjustment is required. flowtech 100 www.sachtler.com “See Adjusting brake force”. 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 Average slip force...
  • Page 26: Leg Friction Adjustment

    Maintenance Leg Friction Adjustment Should the leg friction require adjustment, open the legs to gain access to the M5 friction screws on the underside of the tripod. The correct torque for these M5 screws is 2.5Nm to 3.5Nm Max. Use a torque screwdriver to adjust the M5 screws to the correct torque.
  • Page 27: Technical Specification

    Technical Specification 75 mm aktiv 100 mm 75 mm aktiv 100 mm Tripod Tripod Tripod Tripod Maximum Operational 157 cm (61.81 155 cm Bowl 75 mm 100mm Height in.) (61.00 in.) On Mid-Level Spreader Minimum Operational 20 kg 30 kg 52 cm Maximum payload Height...

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