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CMC ARIZONA VORTEX KIT
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5F04
GENERAL USE (G)
NFPA 1983 (2017 ED)
ARIZONA
VORTEX KIT
USER MANUAL
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Summary

INTRODUCTION

APPLICATION

DESIGN PRINCIPLES

CARE & USE

Service Life

Maximum service life of Vortex metal products is undefined, lifespan reduced by use, environment, misuse, storage.

Inspection Frequency

Detailed periodic inspection by competent person every 12 months; frequent checks for use and environment.

Record Keeping

Record of inspections should be kept and made available per laws and policies.

Preventive Maintenance & Storage

Wash components after use, dry, store in clean dry place away from heat and chemicals.

VORTEX NFPA CERTIFIED CONFIGURATIONS

CONFIGURATION 1: Tripod

Details assembly steps for a tripod configuration with equal leg lengths.

CONFIGURATION 2: Easel A-Frame

Details assembly steps for an easel A-frame configuration with specific leg lengths.

GENERAL WARNINGS

VORTEX SPECIFIC WARNINGS

DIAGRAM LEGEND

ARIZONA VORTEX KIT SPECIFICATIONS

Specifications

Key technical specifications including clearance, height, weight, and pin strength.

Components

Lists all parts included in the Arizona Vortex Kit.

Bag Set

Details the components included in the carrying bag set.

VORTEX HARDWARE COMPONENTS

Leg & Pin Components

Details outer legs, inner legs, leg/foot pins, and head pins.

Head & Foot Components

Describes A-Frame Head, Gin Pole Head, Raptor Feet, and Flat Feet.

Pulley Wheel

Describes the Pulley Wheel component and its attachment.

VORTEX ASSEMBLY

Head Assembly (Tripod Construction)

Illustrates how the A-Frame and Gin Pole Heads are pinned together for tripod assembly.

Easel-Leg Tripod Assembly

Details the step-by-step assembly process for an Easel-Leg Tripod configuration.

A-FRAME HEAD DETAILS

Bipod Configuration Use

Explains how the A-Frame Head can construct bipod configurations like Classic A-Frame or Sideways A-Frame.

GIN POLE HEAD DETAILS

Monopod & Tripod Configuration Use

Describes the use of the Gin Pole Head for monopods or coupling with A-Frame for tripods.

HEAD ASSEMBLY (TRADITIONAL)

Aligning and Pinning Heads

Instructions for aligning the Gin Pole Head and A-Frame Head at connection points.

Adjusting Gin Pole Head Angle

Explains how the Gin Pole Head angle can be adjusted relative to the A-Frame Legs.

LEGS TO HEADS ASSEMBLY

Connecting Outer Legs to Heads

Shows how to connect Outer Legs to both the Gin Pole and A-Frame Heads.

Connecting Inner Legs to Heads

Illustrates the process of connecting Inner Legs to the Gin Pole and A-Frame Heads.

VORTEX LEGS DETAIL VIEW

Correct Leg Assembly

Explains the correct assembly of Outer and Inner Legs using the Leg Pin.

Correct Pin Placement

Details correct placement of pin balls to secure the pin in place.

Connecting Two Outer Legs

Explains the correct connection of two Outer Legs using the alignment stud and ball-lock pin.

LEGS TO FEET ASSEMBLY

Correct Flat Foot Position

Guides on setting the Flat Foot ball joint to avoid articulation limits.

Correct Raptor Foot Position

Advises on positioning the Raptor Foot for optimal grip.

BASIC CONFIGURATIONS OVERVIEW

Anchor Frame Configurations

Overviews of Tripod and Easel-Leg Tripod (Winch) as Anchor Frames.

Directional Frame Configurations

Overviews of A-Frame, Sideways A-Frame, Easel-Leg Tripod (Pulley), and Gin Pole as Directional Frames.

MULTIPOD SET-UP AND USE GUIDE

Setup Recommendations & Mode Identification

CMC recommendations, identifying usage mode and applied force.

Movement Tendencies & Securing Procedures

Assessing movement tendencies and securing feet and head.

Guy Angles & Load Testing Procedures

Guidelines for guy angles and procedures for test loading the rigging.

MODE OF USE & APPLIED FORCE

Anchor Frame vs. Directional Frame

Explains the two primary Modes of Use for the Vortex.

Determining Applied Force (Anchor Frame)

How to determine applied force for Anchor Frame mode.

Determining Applied Force (Directional Frame)

How to determine applied force for Directional Frame mode.

TENDENCY OF MOVEMENT ANALYSIS

Equal Leg Tripod Tendencies

Explains foot movement tendencies for Equal Leg Tripod and importance of hobbles.

Haul Line Positioning Tendencies

Describes how haul line positioning affects frame movement tendency.

EASEL-LEG TRIPOD MOVEMENT TENDENCIES

Easel-Leg Tripod (Winch) Anchor Frame Tendencies

Illustrates force tendencies for Easel-Leg Tripod (Winch) in Anchor Frame mode.

Easel-Leg Tripod (Pulley) Directional Frame Tendencies

Illustrates force tendencies for Easel-Leg Tripod (Pulley) in Directional Frame mode.

SECURING THE VORTEX

Securing the Feet

Details methods for securing the Vortex feet to resist all forms of movement.

Securing the Head

Explains how to secure the Vortex head to resist movement tendencies.

Criteria for Additional Guying Material

Lists recommended criteria for selecting additional guying material.

GUY ANGLES

Guy Angle Rules of Thumb

Provides rules of thumb for Guy Angle and Applied Force Angle for force calculation.

Guy Angles on Anchor Frame

Illustrates Guy Angles on an Anchor Frame configuration (Gin Pole).

GUY AND FRAME PLANES

Guy Angles on Directional Frame

Illustrates Guy Angles on a Directional Frame configuration (Gin Pole).

Guy Plane Definition

Defines the Guy Plane as the plane formed by guylines.

Frame Plane Definition

Defines the Frame Plane as the plane formed by Vortex legs.

STRENGTH & STABILITY TESTING

Support Structure Requirements (Anchor Frame)

Requirements for support structures when used as an Anchor Frame.

Support Structure Requirements (Directional Frame)

Requirements for support structures when used as a Directional Frame.

Configuration Examples Overview

Introduces the following pages detailing common Vortex configurations.

CONFIGURATION: EQUAL-LEG TRIPOD

CONFIGURATION: EASEL-LEG TRIPOD (with Leg-Mounted Winch)

CONFIGURATION: EASEL-LEG TRIPOD (with Leg-Mounted Winch) - SECURING

CONFIGURATION: EASEL-LEG TRIPOD (with Directional Pulley)

CONFIGURATION: A-FRAME BIPOD

CONFIGURATION: SIDEWAYS A-FRAME

CONFIGURATION: GIN POLE MONOPOD

USAGE INSPECTION

Pre;Post Use Component Checks

Guide for visual, tactile, and functional inspection of parts before and after each use.

Vortex Pins & Headset Pulley Inspection

Specific inspection points for Vortex pins and the headset pulley.

PERIODIC INSPECTION GUIDELINES

Detailed Periodic Inspection

Instructions for removing the Vortex from service if any component fails inspection.

WARRANTY INFORMATION

INSPECTION RECORD LOG

SERVICE AND SUPPORT CONTACTS

PRODUCT MARKINGS AND ORIGIN

Summary

INTRODUCTION

APPLICATION

DESIGN PRINCIPLES

CARE & USE

Service Life

Maximum service life of Vortex metal products is undefined, lifespan reduced by use, environment, misuse, storage.

Inspection Frequency

Detailed periodic inspection by competent person every 12 months; frequent checks for use and environment.

Record Keeping

Record of inspections should be kept and made available per laws and policies.

Preventive Maintenance & Storage

Wash components after use, dry, store in clean dry place away from heat and chemicals.

VORTEX NFPA CERTIFIED CONFIGURATIONS

CONFIGURATION 1: Tripod

Details assembly steps for a tripod configuration with equal leg lengths.

CONFIGURATION 2: Easel A-Frame

Details assembly steps for an easel A-frame configuration with specific leg lengths.

GENERAL WARNINGS

VORTEX SPECIFIC WARNINGS

DIAGRAM LEGEND

ARIZONA VORTEX KIT SPECIFICATIONS

Specifications

Key technical specifications including clearance, height, weight, and pin strength.

Components

Lists all parts included in the Arizona Vortex Kit.

Bag Set

Details the components included in the carrying bag set.

VORTEX HARDWARE COMPONENTS

Leg & Pin Components

Details outer legs, inner legs, leg/foot pins, and head pins.

Head & Foot Components

Describes A-Frame Head, Gin Pole Head, Raptor Feet, and Flat Feet.

Pulley Wheel

Describes the Pulley Wheel component and its attachment.

VORTEX ASSEMBLY

Head Assembly (Tripod Construction)

Illustrates how the A-Frame and Gin Pole Heads are pinned together for tripod assembly.

Easel-Leg Tripod Assembly

Details the step-by-step assembly process for an Easel-Leg Tripod configuration.

A-FRAME HEAD DETAILS

Bipod Configuration Use

Explains how the A-Frame Head can construct bipod configurations like Classic A-Frame or Sideways A-Frame.

GIN POLE HEAD DETAILS

Monopod & Tripod Configuration Use

Describes the use of the Gin Pole Head for monopods or coupling with A-Frame for tripods.

HEAD ASSEMBLY (TRADITIONAL)

Aligning and Pinning Heads

Instructions for aligning the Gin Pole Head and A-Frame Head at connection points.

Adjusting Gin Pole Head Angle

Explains how the Gin Pole Head angle can be adjusted relative to the A-Frame Legs.

LEGS TO HEADS ASSEMBLY

Connecting Outer Legs to Heads

Shows how to connect Outer Legs to both the Gin Pole and A-Frame Heads.

Connecting Inner Legs to Heads

Illustrates the process of connecting Inner Legs to the Gin Pole and A-Frame Heads.

VORTEX LEGS DETAIL VIEW

Correct Leg Assembly

Explains the correct assembly of Outer and Inner Legs using the Leg Pin.

Correct Pin Placement

Details correct placement of pin balls to secure the pin in place.

Connecting Two Outer Legs

Explains the correct connection of two Outer Legs using the alignment stud and ball-lock pin.

LEGS TO FEET ASSEMBLY

Correct Flat Foot Position

Guides on setting the Flat Foot ball joint to avoid articulation limits.

Correct Raptor Foot Position

Advises on positioning the Raptor Foot for optimal grip.

BASIC CONFIGURATIONS OVERVIEW

Anchor Frame Configurations

Overviews of Tripod and Easel-Leg Tripod (Winch) as Anchor Frames.

Directional Frame Configurations

Overviews of A-Frame, Sideways A-Frame, Easel-Leg Tripod (Pulley), and Gin Pole as Directional Frames.

MULTIPOD SET-UP AND USE GUIDE

Setup Recommendations & Mode Identification

CMC recommendations, identifying usage mode and applied force.

Movement Tendencies & Securing Procedures

Assessing movement tendencies and securing feet and head.

Guy Angles & Load Testing Procedures

Guidelines for guy angles and procedures for test loading the rigging.

MODE OF USE & APPLIED FORCE

Anchor Frame vs. Directional Frame

Explains the two primary Modes of Use for the Vortex.

Determining Applied Force (Anchor Frame)

How to determine applied force for Anchor Frame mode.

Determining Applied Force (Directional Frame)

How to determine applied force for Directional Frame mode.

TENDENCY OF MOVEMENT ANALYSIS

Equal Leg Tripod Tendencies

Explains foot movement tendencies for Equal Leg Tripod and importance of hobbles.

Haul Line Positioning Tendencies

Describes how haul line positioning affects frame movement tendency.

EASEL-LEG TRIPOD MOVEMENT TENDENCIES

Easel-Leg Tripod (Winch) Anchor Frame Tendencies

Illustrates force tendencies for Easel-Leg Tripod (Winch) in Anchor Frame mode.

Easel-Leg Tripod (Pulley) Directional Frame Tendencies

Illustrates force tendencies for Easel-Leg Tripod (Pulley) in Directional Frame mode.

SECURING THE VORTEX

Securing the Feet

Details methods for securing the Vortex feet to resist all forms of movement.

Securing the Head

Explains how to secure the Vortex head to resist movement tendencies.

Criteria for Additional Guying Material

Lists recommended criteria for selecting additional guying material.

GUY ANGLES

Guy Angle Rules of Thumb

Provides rules of thumb for Guy Angle and Applied Force Angle for force calculation.

Guy Angles on Anchor Frame

Illustrates Guy Angles on an Anchor Frame configuration (Gin Pole).

GUY AND FRAME PLANES

Guy Angles on Directional Frame

Illustrates Guy Angles on a Directional Frame configuration (Gin Pole).

Guy Plane Definition

Defines the Guy Plane as the plane formed by guylines.

Frame Plane Definition

Defines the Frame Plane as the plane formed by Vortex legs.

STRENGTH & STABILITY TESTING

Support Structure Requirements (Anchor Frame)

Requirements for support structures when used as an Anchor Frame.

Support Structure Requirements (Directional Frame)

Requirements for support structures when used as a Directional Frame.

Configuration Examples Overview

Introduces the following pages detailing common Vortex configurations.

CONFIGURATION: EQUAL-LEG TRIPOD

CONFIGURATION: EASEL-LEG TRIPOD (with Leg-Mounted Winch)

CONFIGURATION: EASEL-LEG TRIPOD (with Leg-Mounted Winch) - SECURING

CONFIGURATION: EASEL-LEG TRIPOD (with Directional Pulley)

CONFIGURATION: A-FRAME BIPOD

CONFIGURATION: SIDEWAYS A-FRAME

CONFIGURATION: GIN POLE MONOPOD

USAGE INSPECTION

Pre;Post Use Component Checks

Guide for visual, tactile, and functional inspection of parts before and after each use.

Vortex Pins & Headset Pulley Inspection

Specific inspection points for Vortex pins and the headset pulley.

PERIODIC INSPECTION GUIDELINES

Detailed Periodic Inspection

Instructions for removing the Vortex from service if any component fails inspection.

WARRANTY INFORMATION

INSPECTION RECORD LOG

SERVICE AND SUPPORT CONTACTS

PRODUCT MARKINGS AND ORIGIN

CMC ARIZONA VORTEX KIT Specifications

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BrandCMC
ModelARIZONA VORTEX KIT
CategorySafety Equipment
LanguageEnglish

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