Induro A Tripod - Manual

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FEATURES:
Induro Tripods are available in two categories and four collections:
Aluminum Alloy Tripods
Alloy 6M
The INDURO Alloy 6M A-Series tripods are made from high quality aluminum alloy and
precisely machined to offer the quality and strength demanded by professionals. Each
leg is extruded 6000 series Aluminum with a wall thickness of 1.5mm. Each leg lock
has a specially design anti-dust and moisture seal, along with removable rubber or
stainless steel spikes (excluding A012, A013, A014 and A114).
AlloyFlex 6M
The INDURO ALLOYFLEX 6M AX-Series aluminum tripods offers a quick switch from
vertical to horizontal center column positions They are made from high quality
aluminum alloy and precisely machined to offer the quality and strength demanded by
professionals. Each leg is extruded 6000 series Aluminum with a wall thickness of
1.5mm.Each leg lock has a specially design anti-dust and moisture seal, along with
removable rubber or stainless steel spikes (excluding Ax114).
Carbon Fiber Tripods
Carbon 8X
The INDURO CARBON 8X C-Series carbon fiber tripods offers the ultimate in strength,
lightweight, fast action and reliable performance. They are made of the latest generation
of high quality 8-layer carbon fiber tubing. The C-Series is 60% stronger overall than
conventional carbon fiber tripods. Each leg lock has a specially design anti-dust and
moisture seal, along with removable rubber or stainless steel spikes.
CarbonFlex 8X
The INDURO CARBONFLEX 8X CX-Series carbon fiber tripods offers a quick switch
from vertical to horizontal center column positions They are made of the latest
generation of high quality 8-layer carbon fiber tubing. CarbonFlex 8X tripods are 60%
stronger than conventional carbon fiber tripods. Each leg lock has a specially design
anti-dust and moisture seal, along with removable rubber or stainless steel spikes.
USER NOTICE:
Your Induro Tripod has been designed for years of maintenance free use. Please follow the
guidelines below to ensure the best performance, reliability and durability expected from Induro
Gear.
1. Do not exceed the maximum specified load capacity (see product specification chart) !
2. Always ensure that leg locks are tightly engaged before mounting a camera on the tripod !
3. Do not use the tripod below temperatures of -4 F or above +158 F (-20 C / +70 C) !
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4. Always clean and dry the tripod after it has been exposed to wet, dusty, sandy or salty
conditions. Your tripod is not recommended for use in salt water. Clean the tripod with amild
soap and soft cloth. Remove any dust, dirt or sand from all leg locks, leg lock threads, leg
sections and all moving parts. !
5. Do not leave the product in the sun for prolonged periods and avoid high temperature exposure
(For example in the trunk of a car or exposed to sun behind a glass window for hours) !
6. Avoid leaving the tripod unattended in areas where people could trip over the tripod and get
hurt !
7. It is recommended that any equipment (camera's etc) be removed from the tripod when
transporting the tripod.
8. For you safety, don't let your Induro tripod come in contact with any electrical power source !
IDENTIFYING TRIPOD MODEL NUMBERS:
Tripod Model Number Example:
Prefix:Carbon Fiber Leg Material
1 Digit:25mm Leg Diameter st
2 Digit: Rapid Center Column nd
3 Digit: 3 Sections rd
C013 C013
Leg Material Special Feature Leg Diameter Column Type Number of leg sections
A = Aluminum X = Flexible Positioning Column Aluminum 1 = Rapid Column 3 = 3 section
C = Carbon Fiber 0 = 25mm 2 = Geared Column 4 = 4 section
1 = 29mm
2 = 33mm
3 = 37mm
4 = 41mm
Carbon Fiber
0 = 27mm
1 = 30mm
2 = 33mm
3 = 37mm
4 = 41mm
Letter 1 Digit st 2 Digit nd 3 Digit rd Letter
SETUP:
Before using your tripod, adjust each leg section to the desired height and leg angle setting.
Ensure that the tripod is firmly resting on a level surface and mount your camera securely on the
tripod head. Always engage any safety locks on the tripod head to prevent any accidental
dismounting.
To accommodate uneven terrain, awkward shooting
situations or for low angle shooting, your Induro tripod includes a 3-position leg angle adjustment
sliding lock. Each leg can be independently adjusted by pulling the sliding leg angle lock out and
selecting one of the three step positions (24, 55 or 80 degrees). Ensure that the leg angle lock is
securely pushed back into the lock position after you have selected the desired leg angle.
Each leg section can be independently adjusted
to the desired length by turning the proper leg lock grip counter-clockwise until the leg is free to
slide in or out. Once the desired length is achieved turn the leg lock grip clock-wise until the leg
section is securely locked. Repeat this step for each leg and each section until the tripod is set
to the desired height.
Please note: To prevent any accidental damage to your gear, always remove any mounted
equipment (camera, etc) from the tripod before adjusting the leg sections.
Your Induro tripod
incorporates a reversible mounting screw that accommodates any tripod head mounting thread
(3/8 or
20 ). The tripod is factory shipped in the 3/8 mounting thread exposed. If is
becomes necessary to reverse the mounting screw to the side, loosen the locking nut
counter-clockwise (using the included wrench) until it becomes loose and unscrew the mounting
screw until it can be complete removed. Reverse the screw, so that the
hreads are in
position and screw it back into place, secure with the locking nut and wrench.
Please note: Allow enough of the screw threads to be available for maximum security when the
tripod head is mounted onto the tripod. It's recommended that at least 5 to 6 threads be exposed
for before locking the mounting screw in place.
Some tripod manufactures require additional
mounting security and provide openings on the bottom of the tripod head mounting plate to accommodate
setscrews. Your Induro tripod includes setscrews to securely mount these types of tripod heads.
Once the tripod head is screwed onto the center mounting screw (3/8” or tighten
of the three setscrews with the provided Allen wrench until there are tightly secured.
To raise or lower the
center column, turn the center locking knob counter-clockwise and set the column to the desired
position. While holding the column in position, turn the column locking knob clockwise to secure
the column in place. Don't over tighten the center column lock, as this could damage the threads.
Please note: Take special care when raising or lowering the center column, if a camera or
equipment is mounted on the tripod. Never loosen the center column lock without holding the
center column. Failure to follow these instructions could result in damaged equipment.
Your tripod offers the ability to
reverse the center column for close-up photography, copy work and for difficult to reach object.
To reverse the center column unscrew the retractable weight hook located on the bottom of the
center column. Loosen the center column locking knob and pull the center column out. Insert the
center column with the mounting plate upside down (see figure 11) and retighten the center
column locking knob securely. The center column has an anti-twist groove, be sure to line-up the
groove with the key before inserting the column back into the main casting.
Please note: Do not reverse the center column when a camera or equipment is mounted.
All Induro tripods (excluding
A012, A013, A014, A114 and AX114) include interchangeable stainless steel spiked or rubber
feet. They provide the right contact depending on the surface or terrain that the tripod will be used
in. To remove the rubber feet simply unscrew each rubber foot counter-clockwise and replace
with the provided spiked foot (see the tool kit) and secure using the included wrench. Both the
rubber and spiked feet can be stored in the tool kit pouch. The tool pouch can be clipped onto
the tripod strap ring or attached to the tripod leg with the Velcro strap on the back of the tool kit
pouch.
For quick and easy setup each leg section (excluding the last section)
incorporates a key and groove within the leg to prevent the leg from rotating.
When additional weight is necessary to add to the
tripod for stability during windy conditions, the retractable weight hook can be used to hold a
sandbag, camera bag or any similar item. Take care not to overload the tripod with weight as this could
have a reverse effect on increasing the tripods stability
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Leg Angle Adjustment: (See figure 1)
Leg Section Adjustment: (See figure 2 & 3)
Reversible 3/8 or -20 mounting screw: (See figure 4)
Mounting plate set screws: (See figure 5)
Raising and Lowering the Center Column: (See figure 6, 7, 8)
Reversible Center Column: (See figure 9, 10, 11, 12)
Interchangeable Spiked and Rubber Feet: (See figure 13)
Anti-Twist Leg Sections:
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Retractable Weight Hook: (See figure 14)
Camera Support Gear
8 Westchester Plaza, Elmsford, NY 10523
Phone: 914-347-3300 Fax: 914-347-3309
E-mail: [email protected]
www.indurogear.com
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Alloy 6m Aluminum A-Series
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A-014
A-113
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2.88
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575
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C- 313
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Rubber feet spike
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Thank you for making Induro your choice for professional photographic gear.
Before using this equipment please read these instructions for proper use and
the best performance.
Carbon 8x and Alloy 6m
Locking
Nut
1/4-20 + 3/8
mounting screw
allen
wrench
wrench
Carbon 8x Carbon Fiber C-Series
weight hook
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Thank you for making Induro your choice for professional photographic gear.
Before using this equipment please read these instructions for proper use and
the best performance.
Carbon 8x and Alloy 6m
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