Celestron 11065, 91525, 11055 Attaching the Center Leg Brace Attaching the Central Column

Attaching the Center Leg Brace

Attaching the Central Column

For maximum rigidity, the CI 700 tripod has a center leg brace that installs on to the threaded rod below the tripod head. This brace fits snugly against the tripod legs, increasing stability while reducing vibration and flexure. To attach the center leg brace:

1Unscrew the tension knob from the threaded rod beneath the tripod head.

2Place the center leg brace onto the threaded rod so that the cup on the end of each bracket contours to the curve of the tripod legs.

3Rotate the tension knob back on the threaded rod until the brace is very snug against each tripod leg.

Central Column

Electronics Console

Center Leg Brace

Figure 2-4

Before the equatorial mount head can be installed, the central column with the electronics module must be attached to the tripod. To attach the central column:

1Position the central column so that the electronics module is right side up (see Figure 2-4).

2Place the lower end of the central column over the tripod head.

3Rotate the column until the three holes line up with the threaded holes on the side of the tripod head. The electronics console should be positioned directly between two of the tripod leg hinges to provide easy access to it even when the counterweight bar and counterweight(s) are attached.

4Insert the three 3/8-16 button head cap screws provided through the holes in the central column and into the tripod head.

5Tighten the screws to hold the column securely in place.

Assembling Your CM-1100 • 7