Grip Factory Munich GF-Multi Jib User Manual

Grip Factory Munich

YOUR INNOVATIVE PARTNER FOR CAMERA SUPPORT

GF-Multi Jib

Instruction Manual

Valid: Jan. 2009

Grip Factory Munich GmbH
Fürholzener Straße 1
85386 Eching bei München
Germany

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http://www.g-f-m.net

GF-Multi Jib Instruction Manual

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Contents : Page

Safety Guidelines 2

General assembly procedure 3 – 6

Rigging system 6 - 7

Technical Specifications 7 - 10

Balancing the arm 10

Deloading and General Safety 11

GF-Multi Jib Instruction Manual

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SAFETY GUIDELINES

The assembly instructions must be read and understood before set-up or operation. The jib may only be
assembled in accordance with the manufacturer’s instruction manual. The manufacturer’s technical
specifications and limits must be adhered to at all times and in no way exceeded.

The GF-Multi Jib may only be set-up or operated by trained and experienced personnel. To avoid misuse by
untrained personnel, the jib 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 jib may not be assembled 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 jib operator or misuse of the jib or disregarding the instruction manual..

The base dolly must be level at all times. If necessary, level the base dolly with levelling legs or operate it on
the tripod base. Whether operating or moving the jib on track or on a solid ground surface it is essential that
the track or surface is completely level, stable and free from obstructions.

When operating the jib 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 meets the specified support and stability requirements.
Extreme caution must be used if tracking on curved track (no faster than a slow walking pace).

Use of the jib 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 jib on insert
vehicles, camera cars or any other motorised vehicles.

Changing weather conditions should be taken into consideration. The jib must be taken out of operation
before the operational wind speed reaches 35kmh. / 22mph.

The complete lift and panning range of the jib must be kept clear of obstructions at all times. A safety

clearance of 0.5m / 19" to surrounding objects and 1m /39” to persons must be observed on all sides of the

jib during operation.

The jib 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.

No loose objects may be stored or placed on the crane.

Before the counterweights are removed from the bucket, ensure that the remote bracket is resting on the
ground or alternatively supported by an appropriate stable underlay. Gradually remove the counterweights
before the remote head or camera is removed.

In the interest of safe jib operation abrupt, sudden, abrupt movement of the jib should be avoided.

Only original accessories manufactured by GFM may be used with the jib.

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Locked wheel brake on Base Dolly

Base Dolly with mounting column and middle section

The GF-Multi Jib is a modular jib arm consisting of:

2 x 150cm sections plus respective rigging and parallelogram rods
1 x 100cm section plus respective rigging and parallelogram rods
1 x 50cm section plus respective rigging and parallelogram rods
1 x 30cm section plus respective rigging and parallelogram rods
1 x Rigging harness
2 x Rigging rod connectors
1 x Angle adjuster
1 x Counterweight bucket
1 x Remote bracket with angle adjuster
1 x Pivot section
1 x Pan bearing
1 x Mitchell adapter for pan bearing (or Euro-adapter for pan bearing)

In general the 2 x 150cm sections are to be used as front extensions whereas the 100, 50,
and 30cm sections can be used as rear or front sections.

Please refer to the technical drawings for all set-up configurations.

GF- Multi Jib assembly procedure on base dolly

Before and during assembly observe the Safety Guidelines.

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.

2. Bolt the crane mounting column to the base dolly. Make sure that the 4 locking bolts
are locked securely. (Tip: the carrying handle on the bazooka should point away from
the steering end of dolly).

3. 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 centre post and lock these friction locks
which can be found on the left and right hand side of the middle section.

4. 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