Telescope User Manual

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Figure 2-6
1. Remove the accessory tray knob and washer from the central rod.
2. Slide the accessory tray over the central rod so that each arm of the tray is pushing against the inside of the
tripod legs.
3. Thread the accessory tray knob onto the central rod and tighten.
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To properly balance the telescope, the mount comes with a counterweight bar and two counterweights. To install
the counterweight bar:
1. Remove the counterweight safety screw from the counterweight bar (opposite of the threaded end).
2. Thread the counterweight bar through the counterweight bar locking nut.
3. Locate the opening in the equatorial mount on the DEC axis.
4. Thread the counterweight bar into the opening until tight.
5. Tighten the counterweight bar lock nut fully for added support (see fig 2-7).
Once the bar is securely in place you are ready to attach the counterweights.
Figure 2-7
Tripod
Mounting Knob
Central Rod
Accessory Tray
Accessory Tray Knob
Counterweight Bar
Locking Nut
Counterweights
Counterweight Locking
Screw
Counterweight
Bar
Safety Screw