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Summarization of Contents
Safety
Health and Safety
General safety guidelines and training requirements for personnel handling the fluid head.
Mounting and Installation Safety
Safety precautions for attaching and detaching the fluid head to a tripod.
Safety
Maintenance Safety
Safety warnings regarding the use of non-approved parts and battery replacement.
About this Guide
Intended Use
Description of the Sachtler aktiv fluid head's purpose and capabilities.
About this User Guide
Guide's purpose: correct set-up, operation, and maintenance of the fluid head.
Warranty Information
One-year warranty details and conditions for invalidation.
Extended Warranty
Information on registering for an extended warranty period.
Serial Number Location
Location of the serial number on the fluid head.
Operating Elements
Left View
Operating elements on the left side of the fluid head.
Operating Elements
Right View
Operating elements on the right side of the fluid head.
Operating Elements
PrismBubble Function
Illuminating bubble level, prism, and illumination controls.
1st Time Installation
Fitting Bowl Connector
Attaching and adjusting the bowl connector to the tripod.
Removing the Bowl Connector
Procedure for detaching the bowl connector from the tripod.
1st Time Installation
Mounting Head and Setting Tension
Mounting the head onto the bowl connector and setting tension.
Operation
Attaching, Levelling, Dismounting Head
Procedure for attaching, levelling, and removing the fluid head from the tripod.
Operation
Levelling the Fluid Head
Steps for levelling the fluid head using SpeedLevel Lever and bubble level.
Dismounting the Fluid Head
Procedure for safely removing the fluid head from the tripod.
Operation
Camera Mounting (Touch and Go)
Attaching and removing a camera using the Touch and Go system.
Operation
Camera Mounting (Sideload)
Attaching and removing a camera using the Sideload system.
Operation
Fitting and Adjusting Pan Bar
Attaching and positioning the pan bar.
Operation
Configuring Pan Bar
Changing the pan bar from right-hand to left-hand mounting.
Operation
Balancing the Payload
Importance of payload balance for safe and reliable operation.
Adjusting Centre of Gravity
Centering payload's centre of gravity over the fluid head's axis.
Operation
Counterbalance Adjustment
Steps to adjust the counterbalance for proper payload balance.
Operation
Additional C of G Adjustments
Methods to adjust payload C of G if standard method is insufficient.
Operation
Adjusting the Drags
Setting horizontal and vertical drag controls to eliminate vibrations.
Operation
Transportation Head Settings
Recommended control settings for transporting or storing the head.
Transporting with Pan Bar
Stowing the fluid head with the pan bar attached for transport.
Maintenance
Cleaning and Inspection
Routine cleaning of the fluid head using a cloth or brush.
Changing the Battery
Replacing the battery for the illuminated bubble level.
General Notices
Declaration of Conformity
Statement of compliance with manufacturing standards and EC directives.
Environmental and Disposal Notices
WEEE directive and proper disposal of electronic waste and batteries.
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