Disassembling the Mast
To disassemble the mast, proceed as follows:
1.
Lower payload back down to tripod level. It is optional to dismantle the payload at this time.
2.
Loosen the cable and guy lines to relieve tension on the mast and to pick up the mast to remove the
base tube.
3.
While holding the exposed portion of the tube (held by the mast clamp), loosen the mast clamp and
ease the tube down to where the tube is free from the clamp. Allow the next tube to slowly lower until it
enters the clamp and a hands width of tube is exposed. Tighten the clamp and remove the free tube from
under the tripod. If using winch, rotate handle counter clockwise to lower. Crank the cable onto the winch
while lowering the mast sections.
4.
If accessories are installed on the tube, disassemble the accessories and place in the bags.
5.
Repeat steps 3 and 4 for the remaining tubes until all the tubes have been removed (except for the top
tube). Place the tubes in the tube bag.
6.
Remove the ground stakes from the tripod base plate and place them in the guy bag.
7.
Loosen the clamps on the tripod legs and allow the legs to retract within themselves, bringing the mast
to a comfortable working height. (Optional)
8.
Detach the guy line hooks from the guy collar on the top tube.
9.
Detach the guy line hooks from the stakes. Wind the guy line around the tensioner. Remove the
stakes. Place the guy lines and stakes in the guy bag.
10.
Remove the 4-way guy collar or the accessory guy collar from the top tube and place the guy collar
and top tube in a bag.
11.
Pull the spring loaded pin on the tripod and fold up the tripod for transport.
12.
Place the tripod and base plates in a bag.
To maintain the mast and accessories, perform the following checks on a regular basis:
1.
Inspect nuts and bolts.
2.
Inspect all clamps for cracks or uneven wear.
3.
Inspect the tripod for uneven wear.
4.
Inspect all guy lines for frayed or cut lines.
5.
Inspect guy handles for cracks or tears.
6.
Wipe down all parts with a cloth
Maintaining the Mast
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