Merlin 2 stabilizer bottom weight assembly rotating unintentionally during use

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2012Steadi-Newbies forum

14 years old. Gear and prices may have changed since.

The bottom spur assembly on the Merlin 2 can rotate sideways, causing the counterweights to move out of alignment and disrupting balance
This rotational movement occurs when the unit is laid on its side, suggesting a mechanical issue rather than normal operation
A small allen key bolt and black sheathing cover the rotation point, and the sheathing can shift position during use
The manufacturer determined this behavior was a manufacturing defect and authorized a replacement unit

Only one unit was reported with this issue, suggesting it may not be a design problem affecting all units
The user had only recently purchased and begun using the equipment at the time of reporting
No technical explanation was provided for what the normal behavior should be or why the rotation occurred