CARTONI Sport 200 Heavy Duty Tripod Legs User Manual

CARTONI Sport 200 Heavy-Duty Tripod Legs

• Thank you for choosing the Sport 200 tripod manufactured by CARTONI. The Sport 200 is designed and built using state-of-art technologies and procedures in order to guarantee maximum reliability over time, as well as total safety for its users.
• In order to properly and safely use the Sport 200 tripod read this manual and follow the instructions.
• All back-up material, and this manual in particular, should be stored in a safe place for future reference.
• This publication may not be reproduced in full or in part, or memorized, transmitted or translated into any com-mon or computer language, in any form or by any elec-tronic, mechanical, magnetic, optical, chemical, manual or other means without the express auauthorization in writing of CARTONI
• CARTONI holds the right to revise or change this publication without any prior advice to any person or organization.

DISCLAIMER

• CARTONI certifies that the information contained in this manual is correct at the time of printing. CARTONI reserves the right to update or change any specifica-tion, design and/ or functionality of the product and the relevant information at any time and without notifi- cation. Updates in the documentation will be incorpo-rated in the new release of the same. For the updated version please consult the latest release on our website www.cartoni.com.

DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

• CARTONI declares that this product has been manufactured in accordance with standards ISO 9001:2015 and complies with the EC Directive 2001/95/CE.

INTRODUCTION

• The correct and safe use of this tripod is only guaranteed if it is used in accordance with the following manual and other documentation that ac-companies the Sport 200 tripod. It is therefore essential to read all the documentation carefully and to keep it in a safe place.

• It is necessary to always make sure that all the operators have completely read and understood the instructions. CARTONI accepts no responsibility for damage to persons and/or property consequence to the improper use of the tripod.

• Do not remove or deface any label, indication and warning affixed to the tripod.

• CARTONI declines al responsibility for the failure to observe the standards of safety and prevention detailed in the various sections of this manual and for injuries caused due to improper use.
  Any modification to the tripod must have prior authorization by CARTONI and it is strictly forbidden to use the Sport 200 in any other way than indi-cated.

• All the standard maintenance operations (maintenance, repairs, cleaning and adjustments) should be carried out by competent personnel as pre-scribed in the manual.

WARRANTY

• The Sport 200 tripod is covered by a warranty against manufacturing de-fects for 2 years from the date of shipment.
• The warranty covers replacement of any defective part and the labour re-quired excluding transport/duty costs.
• In the case of replacement of single parts, these can be supplied free of charge by CARTONI, but the owner will bear the cost of transport/duty charges for the parts.
• The warranty is only valid if the tripod has been used properly as outlined in the manufacturer’s instructions and has not been exposed to any mis-handling. The warranty will be immediately invalid if modifications and/or repairs are carried out by unauthorized persons otherwise authorized by CARTONI.
• Components subject to wear and tear are not covered by warranty.
• The warranty is also invalidated by one of the following events:
• Failure to comply with payment conditions
• Failure to carry out appropriate maintenance
• Removal or mistreatment of marks and/or labels containing data and technical specification
• CARTONI accepts no responsibility for damage to the tripod caused by im-proper use or the malfunction of other equipment connected to the Cam-era support.
• In any case, the warranty only covers tripod damage and/or malfunctions and does not entitle the purchaser/owner to claim any damages for loss of production time due to assumed or proven damage caused by and/or con-nected to the tripod itself.

AUTHORIZED PERSONNEL

• Extraordinary maintenance and repairs to the Sport 200 can only be carried out by competent persons who are either employed, trained or authorized by CARTONI in writing.
• Any information regarding repair/maintenance service stations can be ob-tained from CARTONI.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

1. Flat upper base
2. Level bubble
3. Central brace knob
4. Safety pin & housing
5. Mid-level spreader
6. Leg clamp knob
7. Orientable foot
8. Extendable leg
9. Tripod height reference
10. Mid-level spreader knob
11. Tripod leg
12. 4 Peg holes

COMPATIBLE EQUIPMENT

• The equipment used with the Sport 200 tripod should comply the following specifications:
• Maximum weight: 200 Kg (441 lbs.)
• Weight distribution must verify that the centre of gravity (CG) of the mounted elements stays well inside the opened tripod base diameter.
• CARTONI accepts no responsibility for malfunctions or damage to persons or equipment, materials, etc. when used with equipment other than those indicated in the manual.
• DANGER: it is strictly forbidden to climb on the tripod.

SPECIFICATIONS

OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES

INSTALLATION AND SETTINGS

• Prior to setting-up, please check the state of packaging for its integrity on arrival, and also make sure that none of the components show signs of impact. If any such damage occurs CARTONI should be informed immedi-ately.
• If the Sport 200 is to be forwarded elsewhere, it should be carefully packed with care not to damage any of the components.

SETTING THE SPORT 200

• Please set the CARTONI Sport 200 tripod as follows.
• Release the central brace knob (3) and completely spread the tripod; then lock in place with the same central brace knob (3).
• On open position, the mid-level spreader remains in an-gled position; do not force to total horizontal position.
• To set the tripod height, remove the safety pins (4) from their safety hous-ings (4) or if inserted, release the three leg clamp knobs (6), lift the tripod pulling up the upper flat base (1) till the desired height, then lock in place the three extendable legs (8) with the three leg clamp knobs (6); the extendable legs (8) have engraved height reference numbers (9) to set the height in the three tripod legs uniformely. Finally, secure the tripod position inserting the three safety pins (4) in the upper holes on the extendable legs (8).
• To obtain horizontal position for the upper flat base (1), release the extend-able leg clamp knobs (6), check the level bubble (2) to horizontal position and lock in place all the legs with the three leg clamp knobs (6).
• To widen the three tripod legs (11), release the three mid-level spreader knobs (10), extend the mid-level spreader (5) and lock in place all the legs with the three mid-level spreader knobs (10); for better stability always ex-tend the mid-level spreader (14) at maximum setting.
• The orientable foot (7) has a recessed spike which can be extracted by ro-tating the orientable foot. The spike extraction is suitable for soft terrains to ensure a better grip.
• Each foot has 4 holes for optional.
• To install a dolly or a floor spreader, bend the three feet (7) outwards in order to access the tripod hooking bar.

MOUNTING A CAMERA SUPPORT HEAD

• The tripod flat upper base (1) has a standard Mitchell base attachment and 4 holes for Vinten standard attachment; it accomodates a variety of camera support heads and other devices.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

• The tripod has been designed to respect ergonomic principles to allow operators to use it without any physi-cal exertion. This includes working conditions with min-imum strain, movements, frequency of routines to avoid any physical and psycological discomfort.
• Tripod operators must take the utmost care to avoid any action that might endanger themselves, the tripod or others.
• Anyone who operates the tripod must be throughly trained in the correct methods of use and its safety features.
• The tripod must be used according to the instructions indicated in this manual.

DISASSEMBLING AND STORAGE

• Before folding the tripod ensure that the load has been removed.
• To fold the tripod please proceed as follows. Remove the 3 safety pins (4) from the legs (8) and place them in their housing (4).
• Release the three leg clamp knobs (6), lower the tripod pulling down the flat upper base (1), then lock in place the three extendable legs (8) with the three leg clamp knobs (6).
• Release the three mid-level spreader knobs (10), close the mid-level spread-er to its folded position and lock in place the mid-level spreader legs (5) with the three mid-level spreader knobs (10).
• Release the central brace knob (3) and completely fold the tripod; then lock in place with the same central brace knob (3).

SERVICE

• The tripod has been designed and built in a way to reduce as much as pos-sible any maintenance, and to ensure problem-free over time.
• After any maintenance operation, the tripod must be tested to ensure that it is working properly.

ROUTINE MAINTENANCE

• Sport 200 should be carefully periodically inspected and any damaged part immediately replaced to prevent failures that might compromise the per-sonnel’s safety and the tripod functionality.
• After being exposed to rain, salted water, sand dust or mud the tripod should be cleaned of all residues with clear water, compressed air and a non abrasive cloth. Carefully dry before storing.

EXTRA MAINTENANCE AND SPARE PARTS

• Whatever extra maintenance requires to be carried out by CARTONI’s own technical servicing staff or an authorized service station appointed by CAR-TONI.
• Information on authorized service station staff can be obtained by contact-ing CARTONI or www.cartoni.com
• For fast, effective problem solving CARTONI should be informed of the tripod model and the nature of the defect or its visible symptoms when the problem arises.
• All maintenance on the tripod must be carried out by competent and instructed personnel on the operative safety methods of the tripod; all warranty conditions are invalidated should any repair operation be attempted by anyone not authorized by CARTONI
• Items whose center of gravity (CG) is too close to the opened tripod base diameter (Jib arms, Teleprompters, ecc.) could cause the tripod to tip over; use additional precaution to avoid accidents.

DECOMMISSIONING

• In case the tripod becomes beyond repair it should be placed out of service or at least clearly labeled as “out of order”.

• Since the tripod is largely made of aluminum and steel most of its materials can be recycled.

• Once a Sport 200 is decommissioned, it is advisable to separate its various materials for differentiated utilization or disposal, according the national regulations. Since none of the materials used on the tripod are toxic or may cause a risk to the health of its operators, they can be handled without the need for any special precautions.

• The dismantling of the tripod at the end of its life must be carried out by competent and trained personnel.

• CARTONI S.p.A
  

• Via di Portonaccio, 33/B – 00159 Rome (Italy) Phone +39 06 4382002
  

• Fax +39 06 43588293
  

• cartoni@cartoni.com
  

• cartoni.com

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