Celestron Cometron FirstScope 76 Instruction Sheet

InstructIon sheet
1. Your Cometron FirstScope 76 includes the
preassembled base and optical tube, the
finderscope assembly, two eyepieces and
TheSkyX DVD-ROM astronomy software.
4. Insert the chrome barrel of the eyepiece into
the focuser and secure with set screws.
7. Use the finderscope to roughly point your
telescope at your target.
Solar WarNING: Never attempt to view the sun through
any telescope without a proper solar filter.
2. To install finderscope, remove nuts on side
of tube, place bracket over threaded posts
and replace the nuts.
5. Remove main telescope lens cap and caps
on the finderscope.
8. When you have your target in the field of
view of the telescope eyepiece, tighten the
altitude lock nut.
3. Loosen the thumbscrews on the focuser
and remove focuser cap.
6. Loosen the altitude lock nut by turning it
clockwise and hold the bottom of the tube
with your other hand.
9. Focus your telescope by turning the two
knobs under the eyepiece until you have a
sharp image.
For general usage information, please visit www.celestron.com.
If you have questions or problems with setup, please contact
Celestron Technical Support: 310.803.5955
This product is designed and intended for use by those 14 years of age and older.
Product design and specifications are subject to change without prior notification.
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