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CARBON TRIPOD KIT
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CARBON TRIPOD KIT
The Summit Carbon is a lightweight tripod with carbon legs for increased stability, durability, and rigidity for steady viewing. TM
Quick-Release Plate Bubble Level Center Column Height Adjustment Knob
Comfort Grip Carbon Legs
Leg Lock Rubber Foot
Balance Hook
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B ASIC A DJUSTMENTS
Attaching Optics to the Tripod
Adjusting the Fluid Pan Head The Summit Carbon features a smooth-action pan head that is easy to use. Head Motion To move the head, loosen the head adjustment wheel. Retighten once you find the desired position.
Head Movement Adjustment Lever
1. Loosen thumb bolt and press the release button to remove the plate.
Release button
2. Attach the plate to your optic or camera. Be sure and press the screw ring flat against the plate.
Thumb bolt
3. Place the quick-release plate back into the plate holder. Secure the plate in place by tightening the thumb bolt.
Caution
To prevent unnecessary damage to your optics, take a few seconds to remove your optic from the tripod before you move to a new location. Spotting scopes and other optics may become damaged if carried while attached to the tripod.
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Adjusting the Tripod Legs The Summit Carbon tripod features sturdy carbon legs for reliable performance. Center Column Loosen the center column height adjustment knob to change the relative height of the tripod head. To help stabilize the tripod in windy conditions, hang a weight from the balance hook. Leg Angle You can set each leg to one of three angles. Press the release button to change the position. Leg Length Each tripod leg extends to a maximum of four sections. To extend the tripod legs, grab hold of the rubber wheels and rotate to loosen the leg and pull until you have extended the section to the desired length.
T HE VIP W ARRANTY We build optics based on our commitment to your absolute satisfaction. That’s why Vortex products are unconditionally guaranteed and we make this Very Important Promise to you—a Very Important Person. Rest assured that in the event your tripod becomes damaged or defective, Vortex Optics will repair or replace the tripod at no charge to you. Call Vortex Optics at 800-426-0048 for prompt, professional, and friendly service.
Vortex Optics 2120 West Greenview Drive Middleton, WI 53562
[email protected] Visit www.vortexoptics.com for more information. Canadian customers may visit www.vortexcanada.net for customer service information. The VIP Warranty does not cover loss, theft, deliberate damage or cosmetic damage that does not hinder the performance of the product.
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