Maintenance, Cleaning and inspection, Changing the battery – Sachtler aktiv14T Touch & Go Fluid Head with SpeedLevel & 7-Step Drag (100mm) User Manual

Page 28: Routine maintenance

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Maintenance

Cleaning and Inspection

Clean the fluid head regularly using a soft cloth. For heavier dirt use a

soft brush and a mild detergent.

Regular inspections are not required.

Changing the Battery

The illuminated bubble level is powered by one standard type button

cell (CR2032, 3 V).

1.

Using a suitable Hex key 3 mm, remove the Hex bolt (turn anti-

clockwise) from the counter balance knob.

2. Remove the counter balance knob assembly to expose the

battery.

3.

Prise the battery from its location using a finger nail or suitable

flat blunt instrument. For battery disposal see “Disposal of waste

batteries” on page 32

4.

Replace the new battery observing the correct polarity (positive

face up). Press the bubble prism to check the light is working.

5. Reassemble the counter balance knob. Note, the knob

centrepiece must align with the notches on the head at the

12 o’clock and 6 o’clock positions.

6.

Replace the Hex bolt and tighten. Check the operation of the

counter balance knob to confirm correct operation.

Routine Maintenance

Periodically operate the horizontal and vertical drags through their

full range of indexing to ensure the engaging pins in fluid head stay

lubricated.

The battery should last for approximately 2000 illumination cycles.

mm

2.5

Align notches when

refitting balance

knob

Battery

mm

3 mm

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