Low Latitude Counterweights - Meade RCX400 Instruction Manual

Put on adjustable counterweights (three for 20 inch
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models, two for 16 inch models). The weights can be
attached more easily if you make this a two person job.
A
One person holds weight and holds in button. Other
person pushes the weight up the shaft-slide up to within
one inch of the end of travel. Push counterweights up
against one another.
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B
Screw the safety cap on the end of the shaft after the
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counterweights are attached.
ATTACH LOW LATITUDE COUNTERWEIGHTS
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(OPTIONAL)
If your observing site is within 20° of the equator, you
must attach the optional counterweight kit. See page 4
to see overview of the assembly.
Attach the adjustable weight shaft and safety cap in the
same manner just described .
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.
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