Attaching the Center Leg Brace

Tripod

Mounting Knob

Central Rod

Accessory Tray

Accessory Tray Knob

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.

Installing the Counterweight Bar

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.

Counterweight Bar

Locking Nut

Counterweight Locking Counterweights Screw

Counterweight

Bar

Safety Screw

Figure 2-7

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