21OPERATION3. Loosen the locking collar andslide the center column out ofthe tripod.4. Screw the end of the centercolumn that housed the weighthook onto the end of themonopod leg.Note: As an alternative to usingthe ballhead, the camera can bemounted directly to the baseplate.(See instructions on switching themounting screw size in The TripodMounting Screw section onpage 8.)FOLDING LEGSFor the most compact storage andtransport of your tripod, the legscan be folded up 180°.1. Loosen the locking collar,adjust the two-piece centercolumn to its highest height,and tighten the locking collaruntil secure.2. Push each leg slightly towardthe center column andpress and hold the leg angleadjustment lock.3. Fold the leg up above the centercolumn.4. The folded tripod and ballheadwill fit neatly into the carry bag.