2-5. ASSEMBLY AND PREPARATION FOR USE - Continued
AUXILIARY TRIPOD
Make sure that the auxiliary tripod is leveled
when setting up the equipment. Binding of
the tripod (6) legs may occur during adjust-
ment if the auxiliary tripod is not leveled.
NOTE
The GRU maybe operated with or without the
use of an auxiliary tripod. The auxiliary tripod
is used when operation of the equipment
from a standing position is required.
a.
Spread auxiliary tripod legs (1) outward to
obtain a level condition while standing the
assembly in a vertical position over a
selected position.
Remove tripod adapter assembly (2) from
b.
transport case storage compartment.
c.
Center and position each tripod adapter
leg at the apex (3) of the auxiliary tripod
plate (2).
d.
Secure with bridge screw (4) attached to
tripod plate.
Place GRU (5) and tripod (6) on tripod
e.
adapter assembly (2).
f.
Place tripod leg spades (7) in receptacles
provided in each leg of the adapter assem-
bly.
Secure tripod (6) to adapter assembly (2)
g.
with space latches (8).
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