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1 Maintenance Manual Vision Torque-Safe Tripods Spares & Repairs Vinten Camera Control Solutions

2 VISION TORQUE-SAFE TRIPODS SPARES & REPAIRS PUBLICATION PART ISSUE 1 Copyright Vinten Broadcast Limited 000 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, Vision and Quickfit are registered trademarks of Vinten Broadcast Limited.

3 Foreword Part 1 of this manual provides detailed spare parts information for Vinten Vision Torque-Safe tripods. The various products are listed in Part Number order. A list of consumables, such as adhesives and lubricants, appears on page 6. To order spare parts or to obtain further information, application should be made to Vinten Broadcast Limited or your local distributor. Part contains repair procedures. The information in this manual previously formed part of Tripods and Associated Equipment - Spares and Repairs (339-9). To make the manual more manageable, it has been sub-divided and renumbered as follows: Vision Torque-Safe Tripods (this manual) - Publication Part Vision Toggle-Clamp Tripods - Publication Part Heavy-Duty Tripod Range - Publication Part Spreaders, Dollies and Skids - Publication Part NOTE: Information contained in this document is subject to change. Vinten Broadcast Ltd reserves the right, without notice, to make changes in equipment design or performance as progress in engineering, manufacturing or technology may warrant. 3

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5 Contents Foreword Notes to readers Adhesives and Lubricants Part 1 - Illustrated Parts Lists Floor Spreader - for Aluminium Tripods (3313-3) Floor Spreader - for Carbon Fibre Tripods (3363-3) Mid-Level Spreaders (3378) Two-Stage EFP Carbon Fibre Tripod (100mm Bowl) (3380-3) Leg Spares Assembly ( SP) Lined Leg Spares Assembly ( SP) Two-Stage EFP Carbon Fibre Tripod (150mm Bowl) (3383-3) Carrying Strap Assembly (345-3A/3C) Two-Stage ENG Aluminium Tripod (100 mm Bowl) (3513-3) Leg Spares Assembly ( SP) Lined Leg Spares Assembly ( SP) Two-Stage EFP Aluminium Tripod (3516-3) Leg Spares Assembly ( SP) Lined Leg Spares Assembly ( SP) Single-Stage ENG Aluminium Tripod (100 mm Bowl) (3518-3) Leg Spares Assembly ( SP) Lined Leg Spares Assembly ( SP) ENG Baby-Legs Tripod (351-3) Leg Spares Assembly ( SP) EFP Baby-Legs Tripod (35-3) Leg Spares Assembly (35-900SP) Two-Stage LT Carbon Fibre Tripod (100mm Bowl) (353-3) Leg Spares Assembly ( SP) Part - Repairs Vision ENG Tripods - Replacement of Top Clamp Assemblies Vision Torque-Safe Tripods - Repair and Overhaul of Bottom Clamp Mechanisms Vision Torque-Safe Tripods - Replacing Broken Upper Clamp Mouldings Vision Two-Stage Tripods - Installing Mid-Level Spreaders Vision Two-Stage Tripods - Installing Carrying Straps

6 Adhesives and Lubricants 1 Adhesives and lubricants are indicated on each illustration by letter. These letters are standard throughout the manual and refer to the table below. NOTE: Not all the adhesives and lubricants listed below are required for the equipment in this manual. Adhesives and lubricants are not supplied by Vinten Broadcast Ltd and should be obtained under local arrangements. LETTER A B C ITEM Adhesive, Loctite 1 Studlock Adhesive, Loctite 4E Nutlock Adhesive, Loctite 70 Studlock D Adhesive, Loctite 380 E Adhesive, Loctite 406 F G H Adhesive, Loctite 409 Superglue Extra Adhesive, Loctite 415 Superbonder Adhesive, Loctite 601 Retainer J Adhesive, Loctite 638 L Adhesive, Permabond Epoxy E31 Adhesive, Permabond E38 M Adhesive, Silcoset 153 N P Grease, Molybdenum Disulphide GP50 Grease, white bearing 6

7 Part 1 - Illustrated Parts Lists 7

8 Floor Spreader - for Aluminium Tripods (3313-3) G F G See page 6 for letter key to adhesives and lubricants 8

9 Floor Spreader - for Aluminium Tripods (3313-3) Part Qty Split ring Centre moulding Hinge pin 3 4 M 'E'-Clip, crescent ring ( e -clip variation), 4 mm shaft dia. x 0.40 mm thick Leg moulding inner (female) Friction pad Clamp stud Leg moulding outer (male) SP Foot assembly (spares), comprising one each of: Foot hinge pin Foot pad Foot support moulding Strap 3 13 L Pin, mills, 1/16 in. dia. x 1/4 in. long, gp 6 14 M Washer, form c, large, 0.5/1 mm ID x 8.4/8.7 mm OD x 1.4/1.8 mm thick Clamp knob moulding 3 16 M Nut, M5, standard (hex), full Clamp label 3 9

10 Floor Spreader - for Carbon Fibre Tripods (3363-3) G F G See page 6 for letter key to adhesives and lubricants 10

11 Floor Spreader - for Carbon Fibre Tripods (3363-3) Part Qty Split ring Centre moulding Hinge pin 3 4 M 'E'-Clip, crescent ring ( e -clip variation), 4 mm shaft dia. x 0.40 mm thick Leg moulding - inner (female) Friction pad Clamp stud Leg moulding - outer (male) SP Foot assembly (spares), comprising one each of: Foot hinge pin Foot pad Foot support moulding Strap 3 13 L Pin, mills, 1/16 in. dia. x 1/4 in. long, gp 6 14 M Washer, form c, large, 0.5/1 mm ID x 8.4/8.7 mm OD x 1.4/1.8 mm thick Clamp knob moulding 3 16 M Nut, M5, standard (hex), full Clamp label 3 11

12 Mid-Level Spreaders (3378) 3 1 See page 6 for letter key to adhesives and lubricants 1

13 Mid-Level Spreader (ENG) ( SP) Part Qty Spreader assembly Foot assembly Interface bracket sub-assembly (ENG.) 3 NI M Screw, countersunk head, socket, M5 x 40 mm long 6 NI M Threaded-insert, well-nut, M5 6 Mid-Level Spreader (EFP)( SP) Part Qty Spreader assembly Foot assembly Interface bracket sub-assembly (EFP.) 3 NI M Screw, countersunk head, socket, M5 x 40 mm long 6 NI M Threaded-insert, well-nut, M5 6 Mid-Level Spreader (EFP) (Short) ( SP) Part Qty Spreader assembly Foot assembly Interface bracket (EFP) 3 NI M Screw, csk hd, M5 x 40 mm lg 6 NI M Well-nut, M5 6 Mid-Level Spreader (ENG) (Short) ( SP) Part Qty Spreader assembly - short Foot assembly Interface bracket sub-assembly (ENG.) 3 NI M Screw, countersunk head, socket, M5 x 40 mm long 6 NI M Threaded-insert, well-nut, M5 6 Set of Three Feet ( SP) Part Qty Foot assembly 3 13

14 Mid-Level Spreaders (3378) G C C Post July 1999 Threaded pivot shaft (1) introduced to improve serviceability. Threaded bush (13) identified by groove in face Pre July See page 6 for letter key to adhesives and lubricants 14

15 Spreader Assembly ( ) ITEM PART ITEM QTY Arm assembly, comprising: Hinge Tube guide Oval tube 1 4 M Washer, plain, heavy, M nob, locking-key, female, M5 thread, 6 mm wide Universal joint 1 Pre July Pivot shaft Bush 1 9 R900H005 O ring, 5.1 mm ID x 16 mm section 1 10 M Washer, plain, heavy, M M Screw, button head, socket, M3 x 6 mm long 1 Post July Pivot shaft Bush Shaft (clamp) Clamp assembly Round tube 17 L Screw, self-tapping, pan head, pozidrive, M4 x 3/8 mm long, type y Retainer 1 19 M Spring, disc, 5. mm ID x 15 mm OD x 0.7 mm thick Spring cap Spider Dowel 3 15

16 Spreader Assembly - Short ( ) ITEM PART ITEM QTY Arm assembly - short, comprising: Hinge Tube guide Oval tube - short 1 4 M Washer, plain, heavy, M nob, locking-key, female, M5 thread, 6 mm wide Universal joint 1 Pre July Pivot shaft Bush 1 9 R900H005 O ring, 5.1 mm ID x 16 mm section 1 10 M Washer, plain, heavy, M M Screw, button head, socket, M3 x 6 mm long 1 Post July Pivot shaft Bush Shaft (clamp) Clamp assembly Round tube - short 17 L Screw, self-tapping, pan head, pozidrive, M4 x 3/8 mm long, type y Retainer 1 19 M Spring, disc, 5. mm ID x 15 mm OD x 0.7 mm thick Spring cap Spider Dowel 3 16

17 Fixings, Etc. ITEM PART ITEM QTY 3 M Threaded-insert, well-nut, M Interface bracket sub-assembly (ENG.) 3 5 M Screw, countersink head, socket, M5 x 40 mm long Foot assembly 3 17

18 Two-Stage EFP Carbon Fibre Tripod (100mm Bowl) (3380-3)

19 Two-Stage EFP Carbon Fibre Tripod (100mm Bowl) (3380-3) Part Qty Tripod head SP Leg spares assembly (see page 0) C Carrying strap assembly Vinten (EFP.) (see page 8) SP Lined leg spares assembly (see page 3) Strap assembly Hook (ENG.) 1 19

20 Leg Spares Assembly ( SP) A 3 41 P A N P N P A 19 See page 6 for letter key to adhesives and lubricants 0

21 Leg Spares Assembly ( SP) Part Qty Per Leg 1 M Nut, M6, nyloc, full Leg retainer 3 M Screw, button head, socket, M5 x 10 mm long 4 4 M Screw, countersunk head, socket, M6 x 45 mm long 5 M Threaded-insert, blind captive nut, M Strap anchor (EFP.) 1 NI M Allen-key,.5 mm AF 1 NI M Allen-key, 3 mm AF Leg assembly, comprising: Aluminium threaded insert (-start) 1 8 L Screw, self-tapping, pan head, pozidrive, M4 x 1/4 mm long, type bt Upper clamp assembly Upper clamp moulding assembly Outer leg tube Lower moulding Tube guide mounting Inner leg tube Lower clamp assembly Plug Centre leg tube Foot moulding Foot spike 0 J Spring, compression, in. free length, in. OD x in. hole dia., 7.00 lbf/in. rate Plunger nob label Tapered screw long nob Washer - clamp shaft 6 M Spring, disc, 6. mm ID x 15 mm OD x 0.5 mm thick 16 1

22 Leg Spares Assembly ( SP) (Cont) Part Qty Per Leg Front cam plate (za1) Middle serrated plate (lm6) Split lower clamp shaft Back serrated plate (za1) 1 31 J Spring, compression, 0.65 in. free length, in. OD x in. hole dia., lbf/in. rate Washer - spring retainer E-clip Plunger cover Shim washer Lower clamp assembly Front cam plate (lm6) Middle serrated plate (za1) Split upper clamp shaft Back serrated plate (lm6) Leg top moulding Tripod head -

23 Lined Leg Spares Assembly ( SP) 41 1 A 3 40 P P A N N P A 17 See page 6 for letter key to adhesives and lubricants 3

24 Lined Leg Spares Assembly ( SP) Part Qty Per Leg 1 M Nut, Nyloc, M Leg retainer 3 M Screw, skt butt hd, M5 x 10 mm lg 4 4 M Screw, skt csk hd, M6 x 45 mm lg NI M Allen-key,.5 mm AF 1 NI M Allen-key, 3 mm AF Lined leg assembly, comprising: Aluminium threaded insert (-start) 1 6 L Screw, self-tapping, pan head, pozidrive, M4 x 1/4 mm long, type bt Upper clamp assembly Upper clamp moulding assembly Outer leg tube Lower moulding Tube guide mounting Inner leg tube Lower clamp assembly Plug Centre leg tube Foot moulding Foot spike 18 J Spring, compression, in. free length, in. OD x in. hole dia., 7.00 lbf/in. rate Plunger nob label Tapered screw long nob Washer - clamp shaft 4 M Spring, disc, 6. mm ID x 15 mm OD x 0.5 mm thick Front cam plate (za1) Middle serrated plate (lm6) 1 4

25 Lined Leg Spares Assembly ( SP) (Cont) Part Qty Per Leg Split lower clamp shaft Back serrated plate (za1) 1 9 J Spring, compression, 0.65 in. free length, in. OD x in. hole dia., lbf/in. rate Washer - spring retainer E-clip Plunger cover Shim washer Lower clamp assembly Front cam plate (lm6) Middle serrated plate (za1) Split upper clamp shaft Back serrated plate (lm6) Liner assembly Leg top moulding Tripod head - 5

26 Two-Stage EFP Carbon Fibre Tripod (150mm Bowl) (3383-3)

27 Two-Stage EFP Carbon Fibre Tripod (150 mm Bowl) (3383-3) Part Qty Tripod head SP Leg spares assembly (see page 0) C Carrying strap assembly Vinten (EFP.) (see page 8) SP Lined leg spares assembly (see page 3) Strap assembly Hook (ENG.) 1 7

28 Carrying Strap Assembly (345-3A/3C)

29 ENG Tripod Carrying Strap Assembly (345-3A) Part Qty Strap anchor Split ring Strap Vinten Strap anchor 1 5 M Washer, nylon spacer, 5.3 mm ID x 18 mm OD x 3.8 mm thick 1 6 M Threaded-insert, well-nut, M5 1 EFP Tripod Carrying Strap Assembly (345-3C) Part Qty Strap anchor (EFP.) Split ring Strap Vinten Strap anchor 1 5 M Washer, nylon spacer, 5.3 mm ID x 18 mm OD x 3.8 mm thick 1 6 M Threaded-insert, well-nut, M5 1 9

30 Two-Stage ENG Aluminium Tripod (100 mm Bowl) (3513-3)

31 Two-Stage ENG Aluminium Tripod (100 mm Bowl) (3513-3) Part Qty Tripod head SP Leg spares assembly (see page 3) SP Spares kit for lined leg assembly (see page 35) Strap assembly Hook (ENG.) 1 31

32 Leg Spares Assembly ( SP) A 4 39 P P N A N P A 17 See page 6 for letter key to adhesives and lubricants 3

33 Leg Spares Assembly ( SP) Part Qty Per Leg 1 M Nut, M5, nyloc, full Leg retainer 3 M Screw, button head, socket, M4 x 8 mm long 4 4 M Screw, countersunk head, socket, M5 x 35 mm long NI M Allen-key,.5 mm AF 1 NI M Allen-key, 3 mm AF Leg assembly, comprising: Aluminium threaded insert (-start) 1 6 L Screw, self-tapping, pan head, pozidrive, M4 x 1/4 mm long, type bt Upper clamp assembly Outer leg tube Upper clamp moulding assembly Lower moulding Tube guide moulding (aluminium tube) Inner leg tube Lower clamp assembly Plug Centre leg tube Foot moulding Foot spike 1 18 J Spring, compression, in. free length, in. OD x in. hole dia., 7.00 lbf/in. rate Plunger nob label Tapered screw long nob Washer - clamp shaft 4 M Spring, disc, 6. mm ID x 15 mm OD x 0.5 mm thick Front cam plate (za1) Middle serrated plate (lm6) Split lower clamp shaft 1 33

34 Leg Spares Assembly ( SP) (Cont) Part Qty Per Leg Back serrated plate (za1) 1 9 J Spring, compression, 0.65 in. free length, in. OD x in. hole dia., lbf/in. rate Washer - spring retainer E-clip Plunger cover Shim washer Lower clamp assembly Front cam plate (lm6) Middle serrated plate (za1) Split upper clamp shaft Back serrated plate (lm6) Leg top moulding Tripod head - 34

35 Lined Leg Spares Assembly ( SP) A 3 4 P P N A N P A 17 See page 6 for letter key to adhesives and lubricants 35

36 Lined Leg Spares Assembly ( SP) Part Qty Per Leg 1 M Nut, M5, nyloc, full Leg retainer 3 M Screw, button head, socket, M4 x 8 mm long 4 4 M Screw, countersunk head, socket, M5 x 35 mm long NI M Allen-key,.5 mm AF 1 NI M Allen-key, 3 mm AF Leg assembly (for strap assembly), comprising: Aluminium threaded insert (-start) 1 6 L Screw, self-tapping, pan head, pozidrive, M4 x 1/4 mm long, type bt Upper clamp assembly Upper clamp moulding assembly Outer leg tube Lower moulding Tube guide moulding (aluminium tube) Inner leg tube Lower clamp assembly Plug Centre leg tube Foot moulding Foot spike 1 18 J Spring, compression, in. free length, in. OD x in. hole dia., 7.00 lbf/in. rate Plunger nob label Tapered screw long nob Washer - clamp shaft 4 M Spring, disc, 6. mm ID x 15 mm OD x 0.5 mm thick Front cam plate (za1) Middle serrated plate (lm6) 1 36

37 Lined Leg Spares Assembly ( SP) (Cont) Part Qty Per Leg Split lower clamp shaft Back serrated plate (za1) 1 9 J Spring, compression, 0.65 in. free length, in. OD x in. hole dia., lbf/in. rate Washer - spring retainer E-clip Plunger cover Shim washer Lower clamp assembly Front cam plate (lm6) Middle serrated plate (za1) Split upper clamp shaft Back serrated plate (lm6) Outer leg tube (for strap assembly) Leg top moulding Tripod head - 37

38 Two-Stage EFP Aluminium Tripod (3516-3)

39 Two-Stage EFP Aluminium Tripod (3516-3) Part Qty Tripod head SP Leg spares assembly (see page 40) SP Lined leg spares assembly (see page 43) Strap assembly Hook (ENG.) 1 39

40 Leg Spares Assembly ( SP) 40 1 A P P N A N P A 17 See page 6 for letter key to adhesives and lubricants 40

41 Leg Spares Assembly ( SP) Part Qty Per Leg 1 M Nut, M6, nyloc, full Leg retainer 3 M Screw, button head, socket, M5 x 10 mm long 4 4 M Screw, countersunk head, socket, M6 x 45 mm long NI M Allen-key,.5 mm AF 1 NI M Allen-key, 3 mm AF Leg assembly, comprising Aluminium threaded insert (-start) 1 6 L Screw, self-tapping, pan head, pozidrive, M4 x 1/4 mm long, type bt Upper clamp assembly Upper clamp moulding assembly Outer leg tube Lower moulding Tube guide moulding Inner leg tube Lower clamp assembly Plug Centre leg tube Foot moulding Foot spike 18 J Spring, compression, in. free length, in. OD x in. hole dia., 7.00 lbf/in. rate Plunger nob label Tapered screw long nob Washer - clamp shaft 4 M Spring, disc, 6. mm ID x 15 mm OD x 0.5 mm thick Front cam plate (za1) Middle serrated plate (lm6) Split lower clamp shaft 1 41

42 Leg Spares Assembly ( SP) (Cont) Part Qty Per Leg Back serrated plate (za1) 1 9 J Spring, compression, 0.65 in. free length, in. OD x in. hole dia., lbf/in. rate Washer - spring retainer E-clip Plunger cover Shim washer Lower clamp assembly Front cam plate (lm6) Middle serrated plate (za1) Split upper clamp shaft Back serrated plate (lm6) Leg top moulding Tripod head - 4

43 Lined Leg Spares Assembly ( SP) 41 1 A P P N A N P A 17 See page 6 for letter key to adhesives and lubricants 43

44 Lined Leg Spares Assembly ( SP) Part Qty Per Leg 1 M Nut, M6, nyloc, full Leg retainer 3 M Screw, button head, socket, M5 x 10 mm long 4 4 M Screw, countersunk head, socket, M6 x 45 mm long NI M Allen-key,.5 mm AF 1 NI M Allen-key, 3 mm AF Lined leg assembly, comprising Aluminium threaded insert (-start) 1 6 L Screw, self-tapping, pan head, pozidrive, M4 x 1/4 mm long, type bt Upper clamp assembly Upper clamp moulding assembly Outer leg tube Lower moulding Tube guide moulding Inner leg tube Lower clamp assembly Plug Centre leg tube Foot moulding Foot spike 18 J Spring, compression, in. free length, in. OD x in. hole dia., 7.00 lbf/in. rate Plunger nob label Tapered screw long nob Washer - clamp shaft 4 M Spring, disc, 6. mm ID x 15 mm OD x 0.5 mm thick Front cam plate (za1) Middle serrated plate (lm6) Split lower clamp shaft 1 44

45 Lined Leg Spares Assembly ( SP) (Cont) Part Qty Per Leg Back serrated plate (za1) 1 9 J Spring, compression, 0.65 in. free length, in. OD x in. hole dia., lbf/in. rate Washer - spring retainer E-clip Plunger cover Shim washer Lower clamp assembly Front cam plate (lm6) Middle serrated plate (za1) Split upper clamp shaft Back serrated plate (lm6) Liner assembly Leg top moulding Tripod head - 45

46 Single-Stage ENG Aluminium Tripod (100 mm Bowl) (3518-3)

47 Single-Stage ENG Aluminium Tripod (3518-3) Part Qty Tripod head SP Leg spares assembly (see page 48) SP Spares kit for lined leg assembly (see page 51) Strap assembly Hook (ENG.) 1 47

48 Leg Spares Assembly ( SP) A P N P A See page 6 for letter key to adhesives and lubricants 48

49 Leg Spares Assembly ( SP) Part Qty Per Leg 1 M Nut, M5, nyloc, full Leg retainer 3 M Screw, button head, socket, M4 x 8 mm long 4 4 M Screw, countersunk head, socket, M5 x 35 mm long NI M Allen-key,.5 mm AF 1 NI M Allen-key, 3 mm AF Leg assembly, comprising Leg tube outer Aluminium threaded insert (-start) 1 7 L Screw, self-tapping, pan head, pozidrive, M4 x 1/4 mm long, type bt Upper clamp assembly Upper clamp moulding assembly Plunger cover Plunger 1 1 J Spring, compression, in. free length, in. OD x in. hole dia., 7.00 lbf/in. rate Lower moulding Leg tube inner Foot moulding Foot spike nob label Tapered screw long nob Washer - clamp shaft 1 1 M Spring, disc, 6. mm ID x 15 mm OD x 0.5 mm thick Front cam plate (za1) Middle serrated plate (lm6) Split upper clamp shaft Back serrated plate (za1) 1 6 J Spring, compression, 0.65 in. free length, in. OD x in. hole dia., lbf/in. rate 1 49

50 Leg Spares Assembly ( SP) (Cont) Part Qty Per Leg Washer - spring retainer E-clip Leg top moulding Tripod head - 50

51 Lined Leg Spares Assembly ( SP) A P N P A See page 6 for letter key to adhesives and lubricants 51

52 Lined Leg Spares Assembly ( SP) Part Qty Per Leg 1 M Nut, M5, nyloc, full Leg retainer 3 M Screw, button head, socket, M4 x 8 mm long 4 4 M Screw, countersunk head, socket, M5 x 35 mm long NI M Allen-key,.5 mm AF 1 NI M Allen-key, 3 mm AF Leg assembly, comprising Leg tube outer Aluminium threaded insert (-start) 1 7 L Screw, self-tapping, pan head, pozidrive, M4 x 1/4 mm long, type bt Upper clamp assembly Upper clamp moulding assembly Plunger cover Plunger 1 1 J Spring, compression, in. free length, in. OD x in. hole dia., 7.00 lbf/in. rate Lower moulding Leg tube inner Foot moulding Foot spike nob label Tapered screw long nob Washer - clamp shaft 1 1 M Spring, disc, 6. mm ID x 15 mm OD x 0.5 mm thick Front cam plate (za1) Middle serrated plate (lm6) Split upper clamp shaft Back serrated plate (za1) 1 6 J Spring, compression, 0.65 in. free length, in. OD x in. hole dia., lbf/in. rate 1 5

53 Lined Leg Spares Assembly ( SP) (Cont) Part Qty Per Leg Washer - spring retainer E-clip Outer leg tube (for strap assembly) Leg top moulding Tripod head - 53

54 ENG Baby-Legs Tripod (351-3)

55 ENG Baby-Legs Tripod (351-3) Part Qty Tripod head SP Leg spares assembly (see page 56) Cord, polyester, 4 mm dia., 8 plait braid 1.5 m 4 J55-0 Cap, tube, heat-shrinkable type 5 J Cleat, loop Hook (ENG.) 1 55

56 Leg Spares Assembly ( SP) N P A N 31 3 P A See page 6 for letter key to adhesives and lubricants 56

57 Leg Spares Assembly ( SP) Part Qty Per Leg 1 M Nut, M5, nyloc, full Leg retainer 3 M Screw, button head, socket, M4 x 8 mm long 4 4 M Screw, countersunk head, socket, M5 x 35 mm long NI M Allen-key,.5 mm AF 1 NI M Allen-key, 3 mm AF 1 NI J55-0 Cap, tube, heat-shrinkable type Leg assembly, comprising: Aluminium threaded insert (-start) 1 6 L Screw, self-tapping, pan head, pozidrive, M4 x 1/4 mm long, type bt Upper clamp assembly Outer leg tube Upper clamp moulding assembly Plunger cover Lower moulding Inner leg tube Tube guide moulding (aluminium tube) Lower clamp assembly Plug Centre leg tube Foot moulding Foot spike 19 J Spring, compression, in. free length, in. OD x in. hole dia., 7.00 lbf/in. rate Plunger nob label Tapered screw long nob Washer - clamp shaft 5 M Spring, disc, 6. mm ID x 15 mm OD x 0.5 mm thick Front cam plate (za1) 1 57

58 Leg Spares Assembly ( SP) (Cont) Part Qty Per Leg Middle serrated plate (lm6) Split lower clamp shaft Back serrated plate (za1) 1 30 J Spring, compression, 0.65 in. free length, in. OD x in. hole dia., lbf/in. rate Washer - spring retainer E-clip Shim washer Lower clamp assembly Front cam plate (lm6) Middle serrated plate (za1) Split upper clamp shaft Back serrated plate (lm6) Leg top moulding Tripod head _ 58

59 EFP Baby-Legs Tripod (35-3)

60 EFP Baby-Legs Tripod (35-3) Part Qty Tripod head SP Leg spares assembly (see page 61) Cord, polyester, 4 mm dia., 8 plait braid 1.5 m 4 J55-0 Cap, tube, heat-shrinkable type 5 J Cleat, loop Hook (ENG.) 1 60

61 Leg Spares Assembly (35-900SP) N P A N 31 3 P A See page 6 for letter key to adhesives and lubricants 61

62 Leg Spares Assembly (35-900SP) Part Qty Per Leg 1 M Nut, M6, nyloc, full Leg retainer 3 M Screw, button head, socket, M5 x 10 mm long 4 4 M Screw, countersunk head, socket, M6 x 45 mm long NI M Allen-key,.5 mm AF 1 NI M Allen-key, 3 mm AF 1 NI J55-0 Cap, tube, heat-shrinkable type Leg assembly, comprising: Aluminium threaded insert (-start) 1 6 L Screw, self-tapping, pan head, pozidrive, M4 x 1/4 mm long, type bt Upper clamp assembly Outer leg tube Upper clamp moulding assembly Plunger cover Lower moulding Inner leg tube Tube guide moulding Lower clamp assembly Plug Centre leg tube Foot moulding Foot spike 19 J Spring, compression, in. free length, in. OD x in. hole dia., 7.00 lbf/in. rate Plunger nob label Tapered screw long nob Washer - clamp shaft 5 M Spring, disc, 6. mm ID x 15 mm OD x 0.5 mm thick Front cam plate (za1) 1 6

63 Leg Spares Assembly (35-900SP) (Cont) Part Qty Per Leg Middle serrated plate (lm6) Split lower clamp shaft Back serrated plate (za1) 1 30 J Spring, compression, 0.65 in. free length, in. OD x in. hole dia., lbf/in. rate Washer - spring retainer E-clip Shim washer Lower clamp assembly Front cam plate (lm6) Middle serrated plate (za1) Split upper clamp shaft Back serrated plate (lm6) Leg top moulding Tripod head _ 63

64 Two-Stage LT Carbon Fibre Tripod (100mm Bowl) (353-3)

65 Two-Stage LT Carbon Fibre Tripod (100mm Bowl) (353-3) Part Qty Tripod head SP Leg spares assembly (see page 66) Strap assembly A Carrying strap assembly Vinten (ENG.) (see page 8) Hook (ENG.) 1 65

66 Leg Spares Assembly ( SP) A 3 41 P A N P N P A 19 See page 6 for letter key to adhesives and lubricants 66

67 Leg Spares Assembly ( SP) Part Qty Per Leg 1 M Nut, M5, nyloc, full Leg retainer 3 M Screw, button head, socket, M4 x 8 mm long 4 4 M Screw, countersunk head, socket, M5 x 35 mm long 5 M Threaded-insert, well-nut, M Strap anchor 1 NI M Allen-key,.5 mm AF 1 NI M Allen-key, 3 mm AF Leg assembly, comprising: Aluminium threaded insert (-start) 1 8 L Screw, self-tapping, pan head, pozidrive, M4 x 1/4 mm long, type bt Upper clamp assembly Upper clamp moulding assembly Outer leg tube Lower moulding Tube guide moulding Inner leg tube Lower clamp assembly Plug Centre leg tube Foot moulding Foot spike 0 J Spring, compression, in. free length, in. OD x in. hole dia., 7.00 lbf/in. rate Plunger nob label Tapered screw long nob Washer - clamp shaft 6 M Spring, disc, 6. mm ID x 15 mm OD x 0.5 mm thick 16 67

68 Leg Spares Assembly ( SP) (Cont) Part Qty Per Leg Front cam plate (za1) Middle serrated plate (lm6) Split lower clamp shaft Back serrated plate (za1) 1 31 J Spring, compression, 0.65 in. free length, in. OD x in. hole dia., lbf/in. rate Washer - spring retainer E-clip Plunger cover Shim washer Lower clamp assembly Front cam plate (lm6) Middle serrated plate (za1) Split upper clamp shaft Back serrated plate (lm6) Leg top moulding Tripod head - 68

69 Part - Repairs 69

70 Vision ENG Tripods - Replacement of Top Clamp Assemblies Introduction 1 A kit ( SP) is available to replace broken top clamp assemblies on ALL Vision ENG tripods The kit contains two threaded inserts. Ensure correct insert is used. The threaded insert for Torque- Safe tripods has a two-start thread and a smooth barrel (1). The threaded insert for toggle-clamp tripods has a single-start thread and a grooved barrel. Consumables 3 The following adhesive will be required: Loctite 1 Dismantling 4 Turn the clamp (4) counter-clockwise to the OFF position. 5 Remove self-tapping screw (). Using a pair of long-nosed pliers (or similar), unscrew and remove threaded insert (1). Remove clamp assembly (3). (1) () (4) (3) 70

71 Cleaning NOTE: Use only water or detergent-based cleaners. DO NOT use solvent- or oil-based cleaners, abrasives or wire brushes to remove accumulations of dirt as these damage the protective surfaces. 6 Using water or a detergent-based cleaner and a semi-stiff brush, thoroughly clean the interior of the clamp housing, paying particular attention to the threaded portions, recesses, point of entry of leg and the area around the clamp assembly. 7 Using a high-pressure air gun, thoroughly dry the interior of the clamp housing. Assembly 8 Turn the knob (4) fully clockwise and ensure that there is clearance between the back face of the knob and the front face of the clamp housing. If the faces are touching, gently turn the knob counter-clockwise until it is stopped by the Torque-Safe mechanism. Turn it further counter-clockwise until one click is heard from the Torque-Safe mechanism. Turn the knob fully clockwise and recheck the clearance. Repeat this procedure until clearance is visible between the back face of the knob and the front face of the clamp housing when the knob is turned fully clockwise. 9 Turn the knob fully clockwise, then gently turn the knob counter-clockwise until it is stopped by the Torque-Safe mechanism. DO NOT TURN THE NOB UNTIL THE MECHANISM CLICS. 10 Install the clamp assembly (3) over the shaft. Install the threaded insert (1) and tighten with a pair of long-nosed pliers (or similar) until the end of the shaft is one thread below the top face of the threaded insert. Secure the threaded insert with self-tapping screw (). 71

72 Vision Torque-Safe Tripods - Repair and Overhaul of Bottom Clamp Mechanisms Introduction WARNING!: Read these instructions carefully and familiarise yourself with the procedure before commencing the repair 1 These instructions are applicable to ALL Vision two-stage Torque-Safe tripods. Due to design changes, it is necessary to replace ALL the components of the Torque-Safe clamp mechanism when carrying out this repair. Consumables 3 The following lubricants and adhesives will be required: Grease GP50 Molybdenum Disulphide Grease, Rocol white bearing Loctite 1 Dismantling 4 Prise out and discard the knob label (1). Using a special screwdriver (Vinten Tool TL or similar), remove and discard the tapered screw (). Pull off and discard the knob (3). 5 Remove and discard the shim (4), spring washers (5), front cam plate (6) and middle serrated plate (7). Gentle tapping may be required to remove the middle serrated plate. 6 Using a 1/in. AF long-reach socket on the hexagon, unscrew and remove the shaft (8) and associated components (9)(10)(11)(1). It is not necessary to dismantle the shaft. 7 Prise out and discard the plunger cover (13). 8 From inside the clamp, retrieve and discard the plunger (16) and spring (15). The shim washer and clamp assembly cannot be removed. 9 If fitted, DO NOT remove the two plugs (14). 7

73 (1) () (3) (4) (5) (6) (7) (8) (9) (10) (11) (1) (13) (14) (16) (15) Cleaning NOTE: Use only water or detergent-based cleaners. DO NOT use solvent- or oil-based cleaners, abrasives or wire brushes to remove accumulations of dirt as these damage the protective surfaces. 10 Using water or a detergent-based cleaner and a semi-stiff brush, thoroughly clean the interior of the clamp housing, paying particular attention to the threaded portions, recesses, point of entry of oval leg and the area around the clamp assembly. 11 Using a high-pressure air gun, thoroughly dry the interior of the clamp housing. Assembly 1 If not fitted, install two plugs (14). 13 Slide the back serrated plate (9) over the shaft (8), followed by the spring (10) and spring retaining washer (11). Secure components to the shaft with E clip (1). Lubricate the external thread of the shaft with GP50 grease. Using a felt-tip pen, mark the serrated face immediately above the plunger cut-out. 73

74 14 Lubricate the plunger (16) and spring (15) with white bearing grease. Fit the spring into the plunger and install both in the clamp housing, ensuring that the chamfer on the plunger faces towards the tripod foot. 15 From inside the clamp housing, depress the plunger (16) fully. Using a scriber or similar tool inserted through the hole in the front of the clamp housing, hold the plunger in the depressed position. 16 Centralize the clamp assembly and start the thread of the shaft (8) in the clamp housing. Ensure that the plunger cut-out (indicated by pen mark) in the back serrated plate (9) engages with the plunger. 17 Using a 1/in. AF long-reach socket, push down on the back serrated plate (9) and screw the assembled shaft into the clamp housing, ensuring that the shaft seats correctly. Tighten the shaft fully, then back off one half-turn. WARNING!: Ensure no grease is present on the serrated faces of clamp components. 18 Install the middle serrated plate (7) and front cam plate (6). 19 Position the tapered screw () in the knob (3). Observing the orientation shown in the illustration, install one shim washer (4) and eight spring washers (5) on the tapered screw. 0 Apply Loctite 1 to the thread of the tapered screw () and install knob and washers on the shaft (8). Tighten the screw using the special screwdriver (Vinten Tool TL or similar), while gently moving the knob from side to side to ensure it seats correctly. Adjustment 1 Tighten the clamp fully until the Torque-Safe mechanism operates. Using a torque wrench with a suitable adaptor to fit the knob, measure the torque required to operate the Torque-Safe mechanism. This should be between 13 and 17 lbf in. 3 If the torque is too high, remove the knob, remove a shim washer (4), refit the knob and retest. If too low, add a shim washer (4). NOTE: Shim washers may be added at either end of the stack of spring washers (5), but AT LEAST ONE must be fitted immediately under the knob. 4 Install knob label (1). 5 Install the plunger cover (13). 74

75 Vision Torque-Safe Tripods - Replacing Broken Upper Clamp Mouldings Introduction 1 These instructions are applicable to ALL Vision Torque-Safe single- and two-stage tripods. Consumables The following adhesive will be required: Repair Loctite 1 3 Examine the broken clamp moulding. If the centre of the moulding has been drawn into the housing, the clamp will require resetting, as detailed in Para 4. Otherwise, proceed to Para 5. Resetting the Torque-Safe clamp 4 Reset the Torque-Safe clamp as follows: 4.1 Prise out and discard the knob label (6). 4. Using special screwdriver (Vinten Tool TL or similar), remove the tapered screw (7). 4.3 Pull off the knob (8). 4.4 Note number of shims (9). Remove and retain the shims. 4.5 Note orientation of spring washers (5). Remove and retain the springs. 4.6 Remove and retain the front cam plate (4) and middle serrated plate (3). 4.7 Using a 1/in. AF long-reach socket on the hexagon of the clamp shaft (), push down on the back serrated plate (1) and screw the shaft fully in. 4.8 Unscrew the shaft () half-a-turn. 4.9 Install the middle serrated plate (3) and the front cam plate (4) on the shaft () Assemble the spring washers (5) as noted during removal and install on the shaft () Install shim(s) (9) on the shaft (). 4.1 Carefully position the knob on the shaft () Using Loctite 1, install tapered screw (7). Hold the knob while tightening the screw Install the knob label (6). 75

76 (1) () (3) (4) (5) (6) A (7) (8) (9) (1) (11) (10) (5) (9) Removing the broken clamp 5 Remove the broken clamp moulding as follows: 5.1 Fully release the clamp. 5. Remove and retain the self-tapping screw (1). 5.3 Unscrew and remove the two-start threaded insert (11) from the clamp shaft (). Retain the threaded insert. Installing the replacement clamp 6 Install the replacement clamp moulding as follows: 6.1 Ensure the clamp is correctly reset. 6. Using a straight edge across the clamp housing as shown, note dimension A. It should be approximately 0.5 mm OR.5 mm. 6.3 Install a new clamp moulding (10). 76

77 6.4 Screw the two-start threaded insert (11) onto the clamp shaft (). If dimension A was approximately 0.5 mm, set the outside face of the insert flush with the end of the clamp shaft. If dimension A was approximately.5 mm, set the outside face of the insert mm proud of the end of the clamp shaft. Align the nearest notch in the threaded insert with the screw hole and secure with the screw (1). Adjusting the clamp 7 Check and adjust the clamp as follows: 7.1 Tighten the clamp. 7. If the torque-safe mechanism operates, but fails to clamp the leg, proceed as follows: 7..1 Fully release the clamp. 7.. Remove the self-tapping screw (1) SCREW IN the threaded insert (11) by one notch and secure with the screw (1) Tighten the clamp. Repeat Para 7. as required. 7.3 If the torque-safe mechanism does not operate, but the clamp is tight, proceed as follows: Fully release the clamp Remove the self-tapping screw (1) SCREW OUT the threaded insert (11) by one notch and secure with the screw (1) Tighten the clamp. Repeat Para 7.3 as required. 77

78 Vision Two-Stage Tripods - Installing Mid-Level Spreaders Introduction 1 Mid level spreaders are available for fitting to ENG and EFP two-stage tripods. Each spreader kit comprises a spreader, three interface brackets, three foot assemblies and fixing hardware. The interface brackets are secured to the bottom clamp moulding. Installing a mid-level spreader NOTE: Before installing the spreader, it is necessary to identify the type of tripod, as follows: Early versions of the tripods have no mounting holes in lower mouldings. Later versions have holes closed by plugs. Current tripods have knock-out holes, identified by moulded rings. 3 On early tripods, drill two 9.5mm (3/8in.) hole in each lower moulding as follows: NOTE: A drill jig (ENG tripods - Part , EFP tripods - Part ) is available from Vinten Broadcast Ltd or your local distributor. 3.1 Fully retract the tripod legs. 3. Install drill jig (1) on lower moulding (3) and drill two holes using a 9.5 mm (3/8 in.) diameter drill (). 3.3 Remove drill jig. 4 On later tripods with plugs, remove the plugs by prising out carefully using a small thin-bladed screwdriver or similar tool. 5 On current tripods with knock-out holes, drive in the knock-outs using a suitable tool. If possible, remove blanks from inside the mouldings to prevent subsequent rattle. 6 After opening the holes, install the interface brackets as follows: 6.1 Push a blind captive nut (4) into each hole in the lower mouldings (3). 6. Position brackets (5) on lower mouldings, noting orientation, and secure each with two screws (6). 6.3 Install spreader (8) on tripod by pushing the universal joints on each leg into brackets until the catches hold. Ensure spreader is oriented so that when the tripod is folded, the spreader folds upwards. 6.4 To remove spreader, press quick-release levers (7) outwards and free each leg in turn. 78

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80 Vision Two-Stage Tripods - Installing Carrying Straps Introduction 1 Carrying straps are available for fitting to ENG and EFP tripods. Consumables The following lubricants and adhesives will be required: Grease, Rocol white bearing Loctite 1 Installing a carrying strap 3 On early tripods, remove the plug from the lower moulding (4) by prising out carefully using a small thinbladed screwdriver or similar tool. 4 On current tripods with a knock-out hole, drive in the knock-out using a suitable tool. If possible, remove the blank from inside the moulding to prevent subsequent rattle. 5 After opening the hole, install the strap as follows: 5.1 Push a blind captive nut (5) into the hole in the lower mouldings (4). 5. Install a washer (6) on a strap anchor (7) and screw into the captive nut (5). NOTE: On ENG tripods, both strap anchors are the same length. On EFP tripods, the shorter strap anchor should be fitted in the lower moulding and the longer at the leg hinge. 5.3 At the leg hinge, remove screw (1) and replace with a strap anchor (), using Loctite 1 on the thread and white Rocol grease under the countersink. 5.4 Clip the strap (3) to the strap anchors and adjust to length. 80

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