Instruments Telescopes Instruction Manual RCX400

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Looking at or near the Sun will cause irreversible damage to your eye. Do not point this telescope at or near the
Sun. Do not look through the telescope as it is moving.
Counterweights
The MAX counterweights are beautifully
crafted with sure locking, but quick
release, buttons. They allow you to quick-
ly locate balance so you can get back to
work.
MAX Tripod
The MAX mount tripod can be transported or permanently installed. It provides a wide stance
to assure that it can safely carry MAX's massive payload in all orientations, but still collapses
down to a size that is easy to handle. Its design assures that despite its wide stance, it will not
interfere with optical systems observing on the meridian. Like Max, it sets up, knocks down,
and adjusts without the need of tools.
THE TRIPOD
THE COUNTER-
WEIGHTS
course adjustment
lock lever
Safety Cap
Adjustab
le
Counterweights
Fixed
Counterw
eights
(2)
Matching
Slots
Fixed
Counterweight
Knobs (8)
Counterweight
Shaft
Counterweight
Quick Release
Buttons
fine adjustment
turnbuckle
pedestal attachment le
ver