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- Page 1 SG40070_Manual 28/4/21 11:14 Page 1 TELESCOPE SG40070 www.hsdonline.co.uk...
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Page 2: Introduction
Customer Services on 0800 091 3171. First Time Telescope Users Guide Congratulations on the purchase of your Stargazer telescope - an optical instrument that will help you explore our unique Universe. Simply enjoy views of the moon, planets, cloud formations and nature. -
Page 3: Table Of Contents
28/4/21 11:14 Page 3 Safety Instructions General safety instructions for the Stargazer Telescope: Warning: Read all the instructions. Failure to comply with the following instructions can lead to serious injury. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. The term “telescope” in the following text refers to your Stargazer Telescope. -
Page 4: Setting Up: Step-By-Step Guide
SG40070_Manual 28/4/21 11:14 Page 4 Setting up: Step-by-step Guide 1. Loosen the tripod levers and adjust to 2. Install the tripod accessory platform. the required height. 3. Align the screw hole, under the main 4. Tighten the tripod screws to fix the scope, to the tripod screw. - Page 5 SG40070_Manual 28/4/21 11:14 Page 5 7. Install the Zenith mirror into the end of 8. Tighten the screws to fix the Zenith the main scope tube. mirror. Fig. 10a Altitude Control Handle Fig. 10b Locking Dial 9. Insert the eyepiece 10 a.
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Page 6: Technical Specifications
Platform Screw Tripod: Aluminium alloy reinforced tripod Start using your Stargazer telescope Practice during the day: Please remove the lens dust protectors first and then fit the 25mm eyepiece, we always recommend for first use, and practice to use the 25mm eyepiece. Point the telescope using the finder-scope to a distant object. - Page 7 SG40070_Manual 28/4/21 11:14 Page 7 It is important to practice this during daylight so that you get familiarised with the telescope operation and how to secure the telescope into position when you have chosen your target, practice makes perfect . A good target is a church tower, distant tree, a chimney or a distant mountain peak if possible.
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Page 8: Observing Tips
SG40070_Manual 28/4/21 11:14 Page 8 Please Note: If you wear corrective lenses (specifically glasses) you may want to remove them when observing with an eyepiece attached to the telescope. If you have astigmatism then corrective lenses should be worn at all times. Astronomer: On your journey to becoming an established Astronomer it is important to study readily available astronomy magazines or study the internet which will give you... - Page 9 SG40070_Manual 28/4/21 11:14 Page 9 Our moon, showing the craters and mountains Moon Mars Saturn Jupiter www.hsdonline.co.uk...
- Page 10 SG40070_Manual 28/4/21 11:14 Page 10 Troubleshooting and frequently asked questions Q: I can’t get to focus my telescope, only get a bright circle. A: Make sure you have inserted the diagonal Zenith mirror and an eyepiece (start by the lowest power eyepiece – 25mm). Q: I use the finder-scope to point to objects but I always miss the target.
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Page 11: Cleaning And Storage
SG40070_Manual 28/4/21 11:14 Page 11 Cleaning and Storage: A good storage place should be dry, dust-free, secure, and large enough to get the telescope in and out easily. Ideally, store the telescope in its storage bag when not in use. Always fit the lens covers when not in use. For Basic Cleaning: 1. -
Page 12: Environmental Responsibilities
If you have any problems with this product, please call our Help Desk 0800 091 3171 sales@hygienesuppliesdirect.com or email YESSS Electrical Ltd, Normanton, WF6 1TN declares that the Stargazer Telescope is exclusively manufactured and imported for Hygiene Supplies Direct Ltd. www.hsdonline.co.uk...
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