What the thread found

• Operating a Zephyr gimbal beyond its 24-pound maximum payload capacity can cause the handle mounting screw to loosen and separate from the gimbal body.
• The handle attaches to the gimbal yoke via a 3/32 standard hex screw that can be retightened using a standard hex wrench.
• Exceeding the recommended payload weight may lead to mechanical stress that gradually loosens fasteners on the gimbal system.
• Tightening the handle attachment screw can restore the handle position closer to the gimbal yoke after it has shifted outward.

Depends on

• The user was operating near or exceeding the weight limit with a configuration including a cinema camera, lenses, matte box with filters, wireless follow focus, and wireless transmitter.
• It remains unclear whether the loosening would occur during normal operation within the 24-pound limit or only when exceeded.
• The discussion does not confirm whether similar issues occur with other gimbal models or if this is specific to the Zephyr.

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