Celestron C4.5 - Attaching the Mount to the Tripod

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Attaching
the
Mount
In
order
for
the
tripod
to
stand,
the
equatorial
mount
must
be
attached.
To
to
the
Tripod
do
this:
1. Locate the long bolts that attach the mount to the tripod head.
2. Remove the wing nut and one of the washers from the bolt.
3. Insert the bolt with remaining washer through the top of the tripod leg.
4. Install the washer and wing nut onto the bolt. Thread the wing nut on
about two full turns. Do NOT tighten fully or you will pinch the tripod
leg which will prevent the mount from sliding onto the leg.
5. Slide the mount onto each tripod leg, one ata time. Orient the legs so
that the accessory tray support brackets are on the inside (see figure 2-2).
6. Tighten each wing nut and bolt completely to hold the mount securely in
place.
7. Spread the legs slightly and the tripod will now stand by itself.
Once this is done, you are ready to attach the accessory tray.
NOTE: Variations in temperature and/or humidity can cause the tripod legs to
expand and contract. This expansion and contraction can cause the bolts that
hold the tripod legs in place to loosen WITHOUT warning. Asa result, you
should periodically check these bolts to ensure that they are tight. Also,
apply lemon oil to the legs occasionally to prevent them from drying out and
warping.
Figure 2-2
6 œ Assembling Your C4.5