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3. Attaching miscellaneous parts
3.1 Insert the spreader plate onto the central rod. Slide it up as far as
possible while positioning it tightly between the three legs.
3.2 Screw the black knob onto the central rod to tighten and hold the
spreader plate into position.
3.3 Screw the counterweight bar into the threaded hole opposite of
the telescope saddle.
Tip:
The mount head might be in a different
position than shown in these images. By opening
the clamp for the RA-axis, you can rotate the
mount head until the counterweight bar points to
the ground.
By loosening the altitude clamp and rotating the
altitude adjustment handle, you can slowly change
the angle of the mount head to prevent the
counterweight bar touching the tripod legs.
Don't forget to tighten all clamps again!
3.4 Unscrew the flat end piece of the counterweight bar and slide the
counterweights onto the bar. Each counterweight has an attachment
clamp. Loosen it to freely move the counterweight along the bar and
tighten it to hold it in place.
3.5 With the counterweights clamped onto the bar, screw the end
piece back onto the counterweight bar. This prevents the weight from
accidentally sliding off.
Hint:
Depending on your telescope, you might
need a second or third counterweight. A second
counterweight is included with this mount.
You can use any counterweight with an inner
diameter of 20 mm.
3.6 Attach the two slow motion knobs to the metal shafts on the DEC-
and RA-axis. Each knob can be tightened onto the shaft by a small
perpendicular screw.
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