iOptron IEQ45TM instruction manual Maintenance and Servicing, IOptron Customer Service

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6. Maintenance and Servicing

6.1. Maintenance

The iEQ45 is designed to be maintenance free. Do not overload the mount. Do not drop the mount, this will damage the mount or degrade the GOTO tracking accuracy permanently. Use a wet cloth to clean the mount and hand controller. Do not use solvent.

If your mount is not to be used for an extended period, dismount the OTAs and counterweight(s).

6.2. iOptron Customer Service

If you have any question concerning your iEQ45 contact iOptron Customer Service Department. Customer Service hours are 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Eastern Time, Monday through Friday. In the unlikely event that the iEQ45 requires factory servicing or repairing, write or call iOptron Customer Service Department first to receive an RMA# before returning the mount to the factory. Please provide details as to the nature of the problem as well as your name, address, e-mail address, purchase info and daytime telephone number. We have found that most problems can be resolved by e-mails or telephone calls. So please contact iOptron first to avoid returning the mount for repair.

It is strongly suggested that to send technical questions to support@ioptron.com. Call in the U.S. 1.781.569.0200.

6.3. Product End of Life Disposal Instructions

This electronic product is subject to disposal and recycling regulations that vary by country and region. It is your responsibility to recycle your electronic equipment per your local environmental laws and regulations to ensure that it will be recycled in a manner that protects human health and the environment. To find out where you can drop off your waste equipment for recycling, please contact your local waste recycle/disposal service or the product representative.

6.4. Battery Replacement and Disposal Instructions

Battery Disposal- Batteries contain chemicals that, if released, may affect the environment and human health. Batteries should be collected separately for recycling, and recycled at a local hazardous material disposal location adhering to your country and local government regulations. To find out where you can drop off your waste battery for recycling, please contact your local waste disposal service or the product representative.

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Contents SmartStar iEQ45TM Table of Content Ioptron TWO Year TELESCOPE, MOUNT, and Controller Warranty IEQ45TM Overview FeaturesParts List IEQ45TM AssemblyAlignment Peg Tripod Spreader Tripod Leg Leg Lock Screw Assembly TermsIntroduction IEQ45 PortsIEQ45 Assembly Set Latitude Adjustment Knob Attach the iEQ45 Mount Attach Dovetail Adapter Polar axis adjustments Quick polar axis alignment Install Counterweights Balance the mount in DEC axis Zero position Key Description Go2NovaTM 8407 Hand ControllerPEC LCD ScreenPage Setting Up the Hand Controller Setup the Mount and Polar AlignmentSet Up Time and Site Getting StartedLocal Time Set Initial Star Alignment Turn Off the MountGo to the Moon and Other Stars Star Identifying FunctionPage Slew to an Object Complete Functions of Go2NovaTM Hand ControllerSet Up Controller Sync to TargetElectric Focuser Meridian Treatment Set Anti-backlashAlign Disp R.A Axis Error Three Star AlignmentTest Backlash Pole Star Position PEC OptionPEC Playback Record PECSet Tracking Rate Set User ObjectsSystem Self-Test Set Slewing Rate Guide OptionsPark Scope Set Guider RateBalance Test To Zero PositionMaintenance Maintenance and ServicingIOptron Customer Service Battery Replacement and Disposal InstructionsGPS Appendix A. Technical SpecificationsAppendix B. Go2NovaTM 8407 HC Menu Structure Page Appendix C. Firmware Upgrade Appendix D. Computer Control an iEQ45 Mount Messier Catalog Appendix E. Go2NovaTM Star ListNamed Star List Modern Constellations Deep Sky Object List Double Star List SAO Atik Ioptron TWO Year TELESCOPE, MOUNT, and Controller Warranty