Features; Assembly; Operation - RIDGID R9937 Operator's Manual

FEATURES

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
Weight Capacity ...................... 30 lbs./10 lbs. max per arm
Maximum Height ...........................................................7 ft.

ASSEMBLY

WARNING:
Do not use this product if it is not completely
assembled or if any parts appear to be missing or
damaged. Use of a product that is not properly and
completely assembled or with damaged or missing
parts could result in serious personal injury.
If any parts are damaged or missing, please call 1-866-539-1710 for assistance.

OPERATION

WARNING:
To reduce the risk of injury from unexpected tool
movement, check to make sure tripod does not
rock, slide or move prior to use.
WARNING:
Do not allow familiarity with tools to make you
careless. Remember that a careless fraction of a
second is sufficient to inflict severe injury.
SET UP
See Figures 1 - 10, pages 6 and 7.
NOTE: The tripod is shipped with the extension tubes
retracted, the legs folded in, and the adjustable head tilted
down. Follow the instructions below to raise the tripod to
the operating position.
 Stand the tripod on its base.
 Loosen the head lock knob and rotate the head upward.
Tighten the knob to secure the head in place.
 Unlock the clamp on the lower tube to release the legs.
 Move the legs away from the base.
 Slide the legs down the lower tube and spread them to
their full outward positions. Lock the legs in place.
NOTE: The base will rise up as the legs are moved
outward.
Mount Screw ............................................ 1/4-20 thread (4)
Size (folded) ................................ 34.75 in. x 7.8 in. x 6.1 in.
WARNING:
Do not attempt to modify this product or create
accessories or attachments not recommended
for use with this product. Any such alteration
or modification is misuse and could result in a
hazardous condition leading to possible serious
personal injury.
WARNING:
When adjusting the height of the tripod, hold the
upper or middle tube with one hand and unlock the
clamp with the other. If not held properly, the top
portion of the tripod and any tool mounted to the
tripod could descend rapidly and cause serious
personal injury or property damage.
 Unlock the clamp securing the middle tube and raise it
to your desired height. Lock the tube in place.
 For added stability, securely hang weighted objects
on the ballast hooks at the base of the tripod. Do not
exceed 15 lbs per hook.
 Unlock the clamp securing the upper tube and raise it to
your desired height. Lock the tube in place.
NOTE: Raise the upper tube gradually. Do not extend
the tripod beyond a stable height.
 Loosen the arm lock knob and spread the arms to the
desired positions. Tighten the knob to secure the arms
in place.
WARNING:
Keep everyone - helpers, bystanders, children, and
animals - a safe distance from an extended tripod.
Serious personal injury or property damage could
occur if the tool is tipped. Unless you are adjusting
or mounting tools to the tripod, keep a minimum
distance of 15 ft. away from the unit.
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