Induro BHS BallHead User Manual

BHS-SERIES BALLHEAD
BHD SERIES B ALL HEAD
OpER AtIng InS tRuc t IOnS
Thank you for making Induro your choice for
professional photographic gear. Your Induro gear
is manufactured to provide years of dependable
service. In order to obtain optimum satisfaction
and performance we suggest that you carefully
read these instructions and provide them to
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Thank you for making Induro your choice for
professional photographic gear. Your Induro gear
is manufactured to provide years of dependable
service. In order to obtain optimum satisfaction
and performance we suggest that you carefully
read these instructions and provide them to
Specifications and desi gn are subject to change wi thout notice.
All tradena mes, logos, and brand refer ence s are the respective tr ademarks of their own ers.
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Bubble Level
360°
90°
Plate Locking Lever
Security Locking Lever
Ball Locking Lever
1 2
Camera Screw
Quick Release Plate
Mounting Platform
Base
SETUP
Head Mounting
Install by screwing the head clockwise onto the 3/8" mounting thread of the top plate of the Tripod or Monopod. Once it is hand tight,secure by fully tightening the Head Locking Screw(s) (on select models) from below.
OPERATION
The single-action Ball Locking Lever controls all movements of the BHS-Series Ballheads. When released, the Ballhead and the Mounting Platform can move freely within a 360° rotational adjustment. And a U-shaped opening provides 90° angular movement of the Mounting Platform.
Quick Release Plate
The BHS-Series Ballheads incorporate a Quick Release Plate system. It offers a quick method of mounting or releasing a Camera or Equipment from the Head. It’s important that the correct Quick Release Plate be used along with the proper mounting screw (a spare 1/4–20 plate is available as an accessory). Extra Plates are recommended as you can screw one to each Camer a or Lens for even greater convenience when rapidly mounting and dismounting gear.
Quick Release Locking Lever
(FIGU RES 1, 2 & 3)
When used properly, the patented Dual Lock Quick Release system of fers two levels of security for your gear. To remove the Quick Release Plate, squeeze both the Plate Locking Lever and the Security Locking Lever and pull the larger Locking Lever out. The Quick Release Plate will disengage allowing it to be removed.
To reconnect the Quick Release Plate, insert the angled part of the Plate into the groove on the opposite side of the Locking Levers and press down flat. The Locking Levers will automatically engage the locking system and will return to the safety lock position. Press the Plate Locking Lever in firmly to secure.
USER NOTICE
c Do not exceed the maximum specified load
capacity (see specifications on the package label or visit InduroGear.com).
c Always ensure that all Ballhead locks are
tightly engaged before mounting any gear.
c Always clean and dry any ballhead after it has
been exposed to wet, dusty, sandy or salt y conditions. Your Ballhead is not recommended for use in salt water. If required, clean Ballhead using a mild soap solution applied with a sof t cloth, rinse with fresh water and dry with soft towel. Remove any dust, dir t or sand from all locks and all moving parts.
c Do not leave any Ballhead in the sun for
prolonged periods and avoid high temperature exposure.
c Avoid leaving any Tripod or Monopod
unattended in areas where people could trip over the gear and get hurt.
c Remove camera, lens, and all gear from any
Tripod or Monopod when transpor ting.
c For your safety, don’t let your Induro gear come
in contact with any electrical power source.
3
4
The single-action Ball Locking Lever controls all movements of the BHS-Series Ballheads.
NOTE: Do not over tighten the Locking Lever as this could damage the Ballhead locking mechanism.
Ball Locking Lever (FIG URE 4)
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