Grip Factory Munich GF-16 User Manual
Grip Factory Munich
YOUR INNOVATIVE PARTNER FOR CAMERA SUPPORT
GF-16
Crane System
Instruction Manual
Grip Factory Munich GmbH
Fürholzener Straße 1
85386 Eching bei München
Germany
Valid: March 2010
Tel.: +49 (0) 89 319 0 129-0
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GF-16 Crane System Instruction Manual
Contents:
SAFETY GUIDELINES............................................................................................... 2
Assembly Procedure – GF-16..................................................................................... 3
For all versions: ............................................................................................................3
The GF-16 Adjustable Mounting Column:................................................................... 4
Pivot Section............................................................................................................... 5
General Assembly ...................................................................................................... 5
Version 1 ......................................................................................................................7
Version 2 ......................................................................................................................8
Rigging system........................................................................................................... 9
General:........................................................................................................................9
Rigging Harness Assembly:..........................................................................................9
Parallelogram Supports ............................................................................................ 10
Version 3 ....................................................................................................................11
Version 4 ....................................................................................................................13
Version 5 ....................................................................................................................15
Version 6 ....................................................................................................................17
Version 7 ....................................................................................................................19
Version 8 ....................................................................................................................21
Version 9 ....................................................................................................................23
Version 10 ..................................................................................................................26
Version 11 ..................................................................................................................29
Version 12 ..................................................................................................................32
Version 13 ..................................................................................................................35
Version 14 ..................................................................................................................38
Version 15 ..................................................................................................................41
Remote Head Mount................................................................................................. 43
Balancing the crane arm........................................................................................... 44
Deloading: ..................................................................................................................44
General Safety............................................................................................................44
Positioning the Adjustable Mounting Column............................................................ 45
GF-16 Camera Crane and Dolly Dimensions............................................................ 46
Dolly weight................................................................................................................46
Accessories for GF-16 Crane platform weight list.......................................................47
Transport trolley for the GF-16 Crane.........................................................................48
Maintaining the Adjustable Column .......................................................................... 49
Dismantling the column:..............................................................................................49
Maintenance...............................................................................................................50
Regular Inspections....................................................................................................51
EC Declaration of Conformity ................................................................................... 52
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SAFETY GUIDELINES
The set-up instructions must be read and understood before set-up or operation. The crane may only be
assembled in accordance with the manufacturer’s instruction manual. The manufacturers technical
specifications and limits (maximum rated loads of each version) must be adhered to at all times and in no
way exceeded.
The GF-16 Crane may only be set-up or operated by trained and experienced personnel. To assemble the
crane at least two men are needed. To avoid misuse by untrained personnel, the crane should be dismantled
when not in use or under supervision.
For further information on the qualifications required for test personnel please refer to BGV 1, §33 and §34.
The crane may not be set-up or operated under the influence of alcohol, drugs or any other intoxicating
substances. The respective protective clothing e.g. gloves, should be worn.
The manufacturer accepts no liability for damages or injuries for incidents or accidents occurring due to
negligence by the crane operator or misuse of the crane or disregarding the instruction manual.
Before assembling the crane ensure that the ground surface is stable and cannot give way. The ground
surface must be stable enough to support at least 2300 kg/m2 = 5060 lbs/ sq yard.
Crane operation is only allowed with solid tires. Use with pneumatic wheels is not allowed. Before and while
using the crane the wheels should be inspected.
Whether operating or moving the crane on track or on a solid ground surface it is essential that the track or
surface is completely level, stable and free from obstructions. If necessary, level the crane with the provided
levelling legs.
When operating the crane on track, ensure that the track is level, properly laid and constructed. The correct
underlay must be used to ensure that the track and underlay are secured against moving, slipping and
collapse. Ensure that the underlay provides the specified support and stability. Use the manufacturers
mounting ramp when driving on or off track.
Operation on curved track is strictly forbidden.
Use of the crane on insert vehicles, camera cars or any motorised vehicle is not allowed. The
manufacturer accepts no liability for damages or injuries for incidents or accidents occurring due to use of
the crane on insert vehicles, camera cars or any other motorised vehicles.
Changing weather conditions should be taken into consideration. The crane must be taken out of operation
before the operational wind speed reaches 25km/h (15.6mph). For this purpose see page 44.
The complete lift and panning range of the GF-16 Crane must be kept clear of obstructions at all times. A
safety clearance of 1m / 3' 3" must be observed on all sides of the crane during operation. Only authorised,
trained and experienced personnel are allowed to operate the crane. In the interest of safe crane operation,
when operating or moving the crane, abrupt, sudden movements of the crane should be avoided. An
element of risk remains by people moving in the operational range of the crane. The crane operator has to
be trained on that and is only allowed to operate the crane in safe range.
The crane may not be used in the direct vicinity of high voltage power cables. To avoid accidents due to
misuse in the vicinity of high voltage power cables, Safety Guidelines (especially VBG 1 and 4) as well as
VDE regulations (especially 0105 part 100) must be adhered to. If the nominal voltage cannot be
determined, a minimum clearance of 5m / 16ft must be kept at all times. Failing to do so can cause fatalities.
Personnel on board the crane's platform must use safety belts at all times. They should not make any
sudden, abrupt movements or lean out over the side of the platform. No loose objects may be stored or
placed on the crane platform.
Before the counterweights are removed from the bucket, ensure that the platform is resting on the ground or
alternatively supported by an appropriate stable underlay. Gradually remove the counterweights before
personnel leave the platform or before the remote head or camera are dismounted. It’s not allowed to put
extra weights on top of the counterweight bucket or any other part of the crane!
For safety reasons only original accessories manufactured by GFM may be used with the crane.
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Assembly Procedure – GF-16
General description:
The GF-16 is a mobile crane-system for mounting cameras in a stationary ground position
or for movement on track.
It can be operated manually from the ground and can be panned in all directions either
with a remote-bracket or a 1 to 2 person platform. In accordance to the safety guidelines
the crane is only allowed to be used on solid, level and stable ground. While using it
stationary the levelling legs have to be used.
The crane operation from the ground is managed by at least one experienced, trained and
authorised personnel from the hand grips on the counterweight bucket.
Operation of the crane is only allowed within the limits and guidelines mentioned in the
instruction manual. The allowed payloads of each version are clearly shown on the
counterweight-bucket (workplace of the crane operator).
Attention: Before and during assembly observe the Safety Guidelines.
For all versions:
1. Secure the base dolly so that it cannot move or roll. Lock all wheel brakes. Move the
steering rod towards the centre of the dolly or remove it so that the set-up personnel
do not trip over it.
Wheel brake
Track wheel
Connection
The levelling legs should be used to level the base when stationary
Levelling leg
Locking pin
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The GF-16 Adjustable Mounting Column:
2. Bolt the Adjustable Mounting Column to the base dolly. Make sure that the locking
bolts are locked securely.
Tip: The carrying handles on the bazooka should point to the left and right of the
dolly.
Adjustable stabilizing
rods
Column drive
Connection
Locking bolts
Locking bolts
3. Connect the 4 Adjustable Stabilizing Rods between the base and the column by
securing each one with a locking pin at the top and bottom of each rod.
Important:
When adjusting the height of the column make sure that the 4
Adjustable Stabilizing Rods can move freely and that they are not
restricted in travel. The Rod Locking Pin found in the middle of each
rod must be removed when adjusting the height and reinserted only
when the column is in the required position.
Rod Locking Pins
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Pivot Section
4. Located on the middle section are 2 tilt friction locks which may be used to lock the tilt
during set-up. Set the pivot arm at 90° to the cent re post and lock the friction locks
which can be found on the left and right hand side of the middle section.
Tilt friction
Pan friction
Middle section
Locking screw
5. Mount the middle section on the mounting column. Lock the locking screw tightly.
Tip: A 12mm Allen key can be found in the mounting column’s handle to be used
as a lever.
Attention: Install the middle section to the rotate able bearing of the
column with positive locking. It fits properly only in one
position.
General Assembly
6. Connect extension number 1 to the middle section. Slip the connection flanges into
each other and secure with the provided safety pin.
Tip: To avoid the sections jamming or getting stuck make sure that the sections
are joined parallel. Using a small amount of lubricant also helps. We suggest
rubbing the joints with an oiled rag prior to assembly.
Mounting an extension arm
Securing the arm with a safety pin
7. Connect the 192cm / 6’3” counterweight bucket extension to the middle section. Slip
the connection flanges into each other and secure with the provided safety pin.
8. Connect the 192cm / 6’3” parallelogram rod to the parallelogram connection on the
middle section and secure it with the provided safety pin.
9. Release the angle adjuster located at the end of the 192cm / 6’3” section by removing
the safety pin from the side of the angle adjuster.
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Attention: Pinch point
Tip: With the removed safety pin the connection between counterweight bucket
and angle adjuster has to be secured.
10. Connect the parallelogram rod to the rod on the angle adjuster and secure it with the
provided pin.
Tip: The angle adjuster has an integrated leveller. By turning it, the vertical plate
on the angle adjuster can be set to a perfect right angle. Correct setting of
the angle adjuster enhances the crane’s balance.
Leveller
11. Support the mounted counterweight section with a suitable support stand or rostrum.
12. Connect the lower section of the 2 part counterweight bucket to the angle adjuster
located on the rear of the counterweight bucket extension. Slip the connection flanges
into each other and secure with the removed safety pin from the side of the angle
adjuster.
Tip: Do not load weights until the rigging system is mounted (see page 9).
Tip: To mount the top bucket just put it on top of the lower one and screw it either
with the provided safety pins or the captive screws. (See the GF-16
Specifications at which version the Top Bucket is needed)
Bucket connection pins
Safety pin
Top bucket
Lower bucket
The assembly procedure up to this point is the same in all versions.
To assist the set-up procedure and to reduce the risk of accidents it is
recommended to use set-up support stands or rostrums to support the crane arm
during set-up and breakdown.
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Angle adjuster locked
Version 1
GF-16 Crane System Instruction Manual
Front extension arms required 1 x 200 cm / 6' 6”
Rear extension arm required 1 x 192 cm / 6' 3”
Lift range 420 cm / 13’ 9”
Maximum Euro-adapter height 423 cm / 13’ 10”'
Lift capacity (working load) 2 pers. + accessories 250 kg / 550 lbs
Counterweight required for max. load 274 kg / 602 lbs
Counterweight required to balance empty arm 8 kg / 17 lbs
Crane weight (excluding dolly and weights) 661 kg / 1457 lbs
Dolly weight (unit weights see page 46) 244 kg / 536 lbs
Arm reach (pivot to camera head mount) 336 cm / 11’
Length of rear end (pivot to outside of bucket) 278 cm / 9’ 1”
Continue from § 12, page 6
13. Connect the angle adjuster to the end of the 200cm / 6’ 6” extension number 1.
Release the angle adjuster by removing the safety pins from the side of the angle
adjuster. Secure the angle adjuster to extension number 1 with a removed safety pin.
Tip: The angle adjuster has two sidewise safety pins. These are either used for
the angle adjusters transport position or to secure the connections between
angle adjuster and extension as well as angle adjuster and platform.
Safety pin
by pin (Transport
position)
Mounting the angle adjuster
Securing the angle adjuster
14. Connect one of the 200cm / 6’ 6” parallelogram rods to the rod connection located on
the middle section and secure it the provided safety pin.
15. Connect the parallelogram rod to the rod connection on the angle adjuster and secure
it with the provided safety pin.
Tip: The angle adjuster has an integrated leveller. By turning it, the vertical plate
on the angle adjuster can be set to a perfect right angle. Correct setting of
the angle adjuster enhances the crane’s balance.
16. Connect the platform to the angle adjuster and secure with the removed safety pin
from the side of the angle adjuster. Ensure that the platform is level.
17. Remove the support stand or rostrum supporting the counterweight bucket section.
18. Then unlock the tilt friction.
Before operation, all locking pins, locking screws etc should be inspected to ensure
that all assembly sections are securely fastened.
Read “Balancing the crane arm” on page 44.
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Front extension arms required 1 x 200 cm / 6' 6” + 1 x 100 cm / 3’ 3”
Rear extension arm required 1 x 192 cm / 6' 3”
Lift range 575 cm / 18’ 10”
Maximum Euro-adapter height 501 cm / 16' 5 "
Lift capacity (working load) 2 pers. + accessories 250 kg / 550 lbs
Counterweight required for max. load 424 kg / 932 lbs
Counterweight required to balance empty arm 36 kg / 79 lbs
Crane weight (excluding dolly and weights) 678 kg / 1495 lbs
Dolly weight (unit weights see page 46) 244 kg / 536 lbs
Arm reach (pivot to camera head mount) 434 cm / 14’ 2”
Length of rear end (pivot to outside of bucket) 278 cm / 9’ 1”
Continue from § 12, page 6
13. Connect the 100cm / 3’ 3” extension to extension number 1. Slip the connection
flanges into each other and secure with the provided safety pin.
Note: The 100cm / 3’ 3” section must be supported by a suitable support stand or
rostrum.
Tip: To avoid the sections jamming or getting stuck make sure that the sections
are joined parallel. Using a small amount of lubricant also helps. We suggest
rubbing the joints with an oiled rag prior to assembly.
14. Connect a 200cm / 6’ 6” parallelogram rod to the parallelogram connection on the
middle section and secure it with the provided safety pin.
15. Connect the 100cm / 3’ 3” parallelogram rod to the first parallelogram connection and
secure it with the provided safety pin.
16. Connect the angle adjuster to the end of the 100cm / 3’ 3” extension. Release the
angle adjuster by removing the safety pins from the side of the angle adjuster. Secure
the angle adjuster to the 100cm / 3’ 3” extension with a removed safety pin.
Tip: The angle adjuster has two sidewise safety pins. These are either used for
the angle adjusters transport position or to secure the connections between
angle adjuster and extension as well as angle adjuster and platform.
17. Connect the 100cm / 3’ 3” parallelogram rod to the rod on the angle adjuster and
secure it with the provided safety pin.
Tip: The angle adjuster has an integrated leveller. By turning it, the vertical plate
on the angle adjuster can be set to a perfect right angle. Correct setting of
the angle adjuster enhances the crane’s balance.
18. Connect the platform to the angle adjuster and secure with the removed safety pin
from the side of the angle adjuster. Ensure that the platform is level.
19. Remove the support stand or rostrum supporting the counterweight bucket section.
20. Then unlock the tilt friction.
Before operation, all locking pins, locking screws etc should be inspected to ensure
that all assembly sections are securely fastened.
Read “Balancing the crane arm” on page 44.
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Rigging system
The rigging system must be used from Version 3 upwards.
General:
For versions using more than 3 x 200cm long sections (versions 7 to 15), a double
rigging system must be mounted. During assembly, to support the arm and ensure that it
does not dip, mount the lower rigging system as soon as crane arm sections 2, 3 or 4
(depending on version) are mounted. When the lower rigging is mounted and adjusted,
only then add on section 4, 5 and 6 etc. As soon as the last section is mounted, then
assemble the top rigging system.
Tip: Do not load weights until the rigging system is mounted.
Never use the crane with 2 or more than 2 x 200cm sections mounted without rigging.
Standard Rigging rods
Turnbuckles
Rear Rigging rods
Locking bolts
Rigging harness
Rigging Harness Assembly:
1. Connect the rigging harness to both sides of the middle section and connect with the
2 cross bars. Then ensure that the 4 locking bolts are inserted and tightened fully to
the Pivot Section. Ensure that the 4 locking pins securing the 2 cross bars are
inserted fully.
2. Connect the turnbuckles to the rear rigging harness and in turn connect the 4 rear
rigging rods to the 4 rigging connections on the counterweight bucket arm. Connect
the 2 x 90cm rods to the lower turnbuckles and in turn to the inner connections on the
rear section. Then connect the 2 x 150cm rods to the top turnbuckles and in turn to
the outer connections on the rear section. Ensure that the locking pins are inserted
fully. Hand tighten the rods by turning the turnbuckles until the 4 rods are taut, then
secure the turnbuckles with the locking nut.
Locking nut
Rigging connector
Note: All rigging support brackets are identical, all rigging rod connectors are
identical, all standard rigging rods are identical.
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In general, the length of the rigging system depends on the number of extension arms
assembled. For each extension arm, 1 rigging rod length consisting of 2 rods, is required.
From Version 7 upwards, i.e. more than 3 extensions a double rigging system is required
i.e. top and bottom.
Top and lower rigging
support brackets, section
2
Rigging support bracket,
section 4
Rigging support bracket,
section 5
Rigging support
bracket
Rigging rod connector
The top rigging system is assembled in the same manner as the lower but starts off at the
top connection on the harness and finishes at the last extension.
The rigging system should be supported in certain positions with the Rigging Support
Brackets which connect to various sections. The Rigging Support Brackets are connected
to the Rigging Rod Connectors. Please refer to the individual versions as described on
pages 7 to 43.
It is important that the rigging system when taut, should run in a straight line and the crane
extensions should not bend or dip.
The second, fourth and fifth rigging rods are connected to the following rods via a
rigging rod connector.
Parallelogram Supports
By adding extension sections in numerical order plus the respective parallelogram rods, 15
standard versions can be built. When sections number 2, 4 and 6 as well as the Remote
section are used, support the respective parallelogram rods with the integrated
parallelogram supports.
Safety pin
Parallelogram support assembly
Parallelogram support
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Version 3
Front extension arms required 2 x 200 cm / 6' 6”
Rear extension arm required 1 x 192 cm / 6' 3”
Lift range 734 cm / 24’
Maximum Euro-adapter height 581 cm / 19’
Lift capacity (working load) 2 pers. + accessories 250 kg / 550 lbs
Counterweight required for max. load 554 kg / 1218 lbs
Counterweight required to balance empty arm 56 kg / 123 lbs
Crane weight (excluding dolly and weights) 730 kg / 1609 lbs
Dolly weight (unit weights see page 46) 244 kg / 536 lbs
Arm reach (pivot to camera head mount) 534 cm / 17’ 6”
Length of rear end (pivot to outside of bucket) 278 cm / 9’ 1”
Continue from § 12, page 6
13. Connect the 200cm / 6’ 6” extension number 2 to extension number 1. Slip the
connection flanges into each other and secure with the provided safety pin.
Note: Section 2 must be supported by a suitable support stand or rostrum.
Tip: To avoid the sections jamming or getting stuck make sure that the sections
are joined parallel. Using a small amount of lubricant also helps. We suggest
rubbing the joints with an oiled rag prior to assembly.
14. Connect a 200cm / 6’ 6” parallelogram rod to the parallelogram connection on the
middle section and secure it with the provided safety pin.
15. Connect another 200cm / 6’ 6” parallelogram rod to the first parallelogram connection
and secure it with the provided safety pin.
Note: Support the second parallelogram rod with the parallelogram support on
section 2 and secure with the locking pin as shown on page 10.
16. Connect the angle adjuster to of the 200cm / 6’ 6” extension number 2. Release the
angle adjuster by removing the safety pins from the side of the angle adjuster. Secure
the angle adjuster to extension number 2 with a removed safety pin.
Tip: The angle adjuster has two sidewise safety pins. These are either used for
the angle adjusters transport position or to secure the connections between
angle adjuster and extension as well as angle adjuster and platform.
17. Connect the last 200cm / 6’ 6” parallelogram rod to the rod on the angle adjuster and
secure it with the provided safety pin.
Tip: The angle adjuster has an integrated leveller. By turning it, the vertical plate
on the angle adjuster can be set to a perfect right angle. Correct setting of
the angle adjuster enhances the crane’s balance.
The “Rigging Harness Assembly” is described on page 9. After reading and
following the instructions, please proceed as follows.
18. Connect 2 turnbuckles to the top connection on the front side of the rigging harness.
Ensure that the locking pins are inserted fully.
19. Connect 2 standard rigging rods to the turnbuckles on the front side of the rigging
harness. Ensure that the locking pins are inserted fully.
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20. Connect another 2 standard rigging rods to the first 2 standard rigging rods. Ensure
that the locking pins are inserted fully.
21. Connect the last 2 standard rigging rods to the 2 rigging rod connectors on arm
extension number 2. Ensure that the locking pins are inserted fully.
22. Hand tighten the rods by turning the turnbuckles until the rods are taut, then secure
the turnbuckles with the locking nut as seen on page 9.
Attention: The rigging system when taut as well as the crane arm, should run in a
straight line and should not bend or dip.
23. Connect the platform to the angle adjuster and secure with the removed safety pin
from the side of the angle adjuster. Ensure that the platform is level.
Tip: The angle adjuster has an integrated leveller. By turning it, the vertical plate
on the angle adjuster can be set to a perfect right angle. Correct setting of
the angle adjuster enhances the crane’s balance.
24. Remove the support stand or rostrum supporting the counterweight bucket section.
25. Then unlock the tilt friction.
Before operation, all locking pins, locking screws etc should be inspected to ensure
that all assembly sections are securely fastened.
Read “Balancing the crane arm” on page 44.
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Version 4
Front extension arms required 2 x 200 cm / 6' 6” + 1 x 100 cm / 3’ 3”
Rear extension arm required 1 x 192 cm / 6' 3”
Lift range 890 cm / 29’ 2”
Maximum Euro-adapter height 658 cm / 21' 7”
Lift capacity (working load) 2 pers. + accessories 250 kg / 550 lbs
Counterweight required for max. load 718 kg / 1579 lbs
Counterweight required to balance empty arm 112 kg / 246 lbs
Crane weight (excluding dolly and weights) 750 kg / 1653 lbs
Dolly weight (unit weights see page 46) 244 kg / 536 lbs
Arm reach (pivot to camera head mount) 631 cm / 20’ 8”
Length of rear end (pivot to outside of bucket) 278 cm / 9’ 1”
Continue from § 12, page 6
13. Connect the 200cm / 6’ 6” extension number 2 to extension number 1. Slip the
connection flanges into each other and secure with the provided safety pin.
Note: Section 2 must be supported by a suitable support stand or rostrum.
Tip: To avoid the sections jamming or getting stuck make sure that the sections
are joined parallel. Using a small amount of lubricant also helps. We suggest
rubbing the joints with an oiled rag prior to assembly.
14. Connect the 100cm / 3’ 3” extension to extension number 2. Slip the connection
flanges into each other and secure with the provided safety pin.
15. Connect a 200cm / 6’ 6” parallelogram rod to the parallelogram connection on the
middle section and secure it with the provided safety pin.
16. Connect another 200cm / 6’ 6” parallelogram rod to the first parallelogram connection
and secure it with the provided safety pin.
Note: Support the second parallelogram rod with the parallelogram support on
section 2 and secure with the locking pin as shown on page 10.
17. Connect the 100cm / 3’ 3” parallelogram rod to the last parallelogram connection and
secure it with the provided safety pin.
18. Connect the angle adjuster to the end of the 100cm / 3’ 3” extension. Release the
angle adjuster by removing the safety pins from the side of the angle adjuster. Secure
the angle adjuster to the 100cm / 3’ 3” extension with a removed safety pin.
Tip: The angle adjuster has two sidewise safety pins. These are either used for
the angle adjusters transport position or to secure the connections between
angle adjuster and extension as well as angle adjuster and platform.
19. Connect the 100cm / 3’ 3” parallelogram rod to the rod on the angle adjuster and
secure it with the provided safety pin.
Tip: The angle adjuster has an integrated leveller. By turning it, the vertical plate
on the angle adjuster can be set to a perfect right angle. Correct setting of
the angle adjuster enhances the crane’s balance.
The “Rigging Harness Assembly” is described on page 9. After reading and
following the instructions, please proceed as follows.
20. Connect 2 turnbuckles to the top connection on the front side of the rigging harness.
Ensure that the locking pins are inserted fully.
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21. Connect 2 standard rigging rods to the turnbuckles on the front side of the rigging
harness. Ensure that the locking pins are inserted fully.
22. Connect another 2 standard rigging rods to the first 2 standard rigging rods. Ensure
that the locking pins are inserted fully.
23. Connect 2 rigging rods in turn to the connectors on extension number 2. Ensure that
the locking pins are inserted fully.
24. Hand tighten the rods by turning the turnbuckles until the rods are taut, then secure
the turnbuckles with the locking nut as seen on page 9.
Attention: The rigging system when taut as well as the crane arm, should run in a
straight line and should not bend or dip.
25. Connect the platform to the angle adjuster and secure with the removed safety pin
from the side of the angle adjuster. Ensure that the platform is level.
Tip: The angle adjuster has an integrated leveller. By turning it, the vertical plate
on the angle adjuster can be set to a perfect right angle. Correct setting of
the angle adjuster enhances the crane’s balance.
26. Remove the support stand or rostrum supporting the counterweight bucket section.
27. Then unlock the tilt friction.
Before operation, all locking pins, locking screws etc should be inspected to ensure
that all assembly sections are securely fastened.
Read “Balancing the crane arm” on page 44.
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Version 5
Front extension arms required 3 x 200 cm / 6' 6”
Rear extension arm required 1 x 192 cm / 6' 3”
Lift range 1049 cm / 34’ 4”
Maximum Euro-adapter height 738 cm / 24' 2”
Lift capacity (working load) 2 pers. + accessories 250 kg / 550 lbs
Counterweight required for max. load 896 kg / 1971 lbs
Counterweight required to balance empty arm 182 kg / 400 lbs
Crane weight (excluding dolly and weights) 769 kg / 1695 lbs
Dolly weight (unit weights see page 46) 244 kg / 536 lbs
Arm reach (pivot to camera head mount) 731 cm / 23’ 11”
Length of rear end (pivot to outside of bucket) 278 cm / 9’ 1”
Continue from § 12, page 6.
13. Connect the 200cm / 6’ 6” extension number 2 to extension number 1. Slip the
connection flanges into each other and secure with the provided safety pin.
Note: Section 2 must be supported by a suitable support stand or rostrum.
Tip: To avoid the sections jamming or getting stuck make sure that the sections
are joined parallel. Using a small amount of lubricant also helps. We suggest
rubbing the joints with an oiled rag prior to assembly.
14. Connect the 200cm / 6’ 6” extension number 3 to extension number 2. Slip the
connection flanges into each other and secure with the provided safety pin.
Note: Move the support stand or rostrum to support section number 3.
15. Connect a 200cm / 6’ 6” parallelogram rod to the parallelogram connection on the
middle section and secure it with the provided safety pin.
16. In turn, connect 2 x 200cm / 6’ 6” parallelogram rods to the first parallelogram
connection and secure them with the provided safety pins.
17. Connect the angle adjuster to the end of the 200cm / 6’ 6” extension number 3.
Release the angle adjuster by removing the safety pins from the side of the angle
adjuster. Secure the angle adjuster to extension number 3 with a removed safety pin.
Tip: The angle adjuster has two sidewise safety pins. These are either used for
the angle adjusters transport position or to secure the connections between
angle adjuster and extension as well as angle adjuster and platform.
18. Connect the last 200cm / 6’ 6” parallelogram rod to the rod on the angle adjuster and
secure it with the provided safety pin.
Tip: The angle adjuster has an integrated leveller. By turning it, the vertical plate
on the angle adjuster can be set to a perfect right angle. Correct setting of
the angle adjuster enhances the crane’s balance.
The “Rigging Harness Assembly” is described on page 9. After reading and
following the instructions, please proceed as follows.
19. Connect 2 turnbuckles to the top connection on the front side of the rigging harness.
Ensure that the locking pins are inserted fully.
20. Connect 2 standard rigging rods to the turnbuckles on the front side of the rigging
harness. Ensure that the locking pins are inserted fully.
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