# IF800 Midweight Pro Damping Kit

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Video installation guide demonstrating installation of a IF800 Pro Damping Kit, including removal of the stock damping plate
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## Attaching the Midweight Pro Damping Kit to the IF800

1. Remove the pro damping kit from its packaging and ensure that all parts are present.

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2. Place the payload rail with the first position towards the front of the drone, and secure using 4 long M3 screws.

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3. Ensuring the payload rail clamps are in the open position and the thumb screw is facing towards the front, slide the damping plate onto the rails.

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4. Secure the clamps on the side. Refer to [Weight and Balance](https://docs.inspiredflight.com/inspired-documentation/products/aircraft/if800-tomcat/if800-tomcat-overview/payload-mounting/weight-and-balance) for positioning guidance.&#x20;

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5. Slide on quick disconnect until it clicks into place

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6. Secure the dovetail cage to the quick disconnect using 4 Short M3 Screws. Then tighten the front thumbscrew.

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7. The IF800 Midweight Pro Damping Kit is now ready to use

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