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Table of Contents: 3 Box Contents 4-7 Figures 1-6 / Figure Key 8-9 Telescope Assembly • Setting up Your Tripod • Attaching the Horizon Mount • Attaching the Slow Motion Cables • Attaching the Telescope Tube to the Mount • Attaching the Finder Scope • Attaching the Eyepieces • Aligning the Finder Scope 10 Calculating Power 10 Understanding Celestial Movement 10-11 Using the Telescope 12 Care and Maintenance of Your Telescope • Cleaning 12 Specifications 13 Warnings 13 Customer Service 13-14 Warranty Informat
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Assembly of your Red Planet Telescope: Setting Up Your Tripod: The aluminum tripod comes preassembled and ready-to-use. Remove the tripod from the box and pull apart the legs. Gently push down the tripod braces (Fig. 6-28) until they are in the lowest position. Turn the tightening ring (Fig. 6-27) (located at the center of the Tripod Brace) clockwise to lock the tripod in the open position. You can then extend the legs to the desired height by pulling open the tab on each leg lock (Fig.
Calculating Power: The magnification of a telescope depends on both the focal length of your telescope as well as the eyepiece you use. There is a simple formula you can use to determine the magnification you are using at any given time. Simply divide the focal length of the telescope by the focal length of the eyepiece.
Care and Maintenance of Your Telescope: Cleaning: • Always replace dust covers and lens caps when not in use. This will minimize the amount of dust and debris that gets into your telescope. • Cleaning should be performed only if absolutely necessary. If dust has built up on the optics use a soft camel’s hair brush or pressurized air to gently remove it. • To remove dirt, grease or fingerprints, clean with a soft cotton cloth rubbing in a circular motion.
Warranty Procedure: Provide proof of purchase. A receipt or other dated proof of purchase must be included with merchandise being returned for a warranty claim to be processed. Call or write for authorization. Before returning any product for a warranty claim, a Return Authorization (RA) number must be obtained. No merchandise will be accepted without an RA, and failure to obtain an RA will prevent or delay processing of the warranty claim.