Details of the Tripod and Mount
Figure 3a shows a close up of the telescope’s mount and tripod. Important features are pointed out for greater clarity and detail. Figure 3b shows a
19 Altitude lock knob | 23 Leg lock knobs |
This locks the telescope in the altitude (up/down) direction. Keep this knob tightened unless you are moving the telescope a significant distance in the altitude direction. For smaller altitude adjustments, use the altitude micro- motion control rod and thumbwheel (13).
20Azimuth lock knob
This locks the telescope in the azimuth (left/right) direc- tion. Keep this knob tightened unless you are adjusting the telescope in the azimuth direction.
21Tripod leg attachment screws
These screws attach the tripod legs (6) to the altazimuth yoke mount (5). Each screw has a wingnut and two washers.
22Accessory tray bracket
This bracket holds the accessory tray (7).
These knobs lock the tripod legs into place. Loosen them to lengthen or shorten the tripod legs. Tighten them once you have the leg at the desired length. Be certain that all three tripod legs are equally extended to assure your telescope is level.
Items not shown.
These items are included with your telescope, but are not shown in Figure 1, 2 or 3.
10mm Explorer II eyepiece
This is a second,
Dust cover
Use this to cover the objective lens (8) when the telescope is not in use. It will prevent dust from collecting on the objective lens.
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