Meade Instruments RCX400TM - Manual (Page 5)

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Attach the Mount to the Tripod
Move the Optical Tube and Install the Batteries
STEP 6: Position the mount over the tripod:
Take note of the T-handle/rod (8) that goes through the tripod
base. The T-handle/rod is spring-mounted into position. Note also
that there is a hole (7) on the bottom side of the mount base.
Lift the mount and position the mount base over the tripod base.
Line up the hole on the mount base over the T-handle rod. When
they are lined up, the rod will “pop up” into the hole.
Caution for 12” and 14” model users: Due to the weight and
size of these products, please use extreme caution whenever
assembling, disassembling, lifting, transporting or storing these
products. Two or more persons should always be used whenever
performing any of these tasks. Disregard for the above warning
could result in serious injury or death.
Caution: Use care to install batteries as indicated by the battery
compartment. Follow battery manufacturer's precautions. Do not
install batteries backwards or mix new and used batteries. Do not
mix battery types. If these precautions are not followed, batteries
may explode, catch fire, or leak.
Improperly installed batteries void your Meade warranty. Always
remove the batteries if they are not to be used for a long period
of time.
STEP 7: Secure the mount with the T-handle:
Rotate the T-handle (9) until the rod is tightened to a firm feel.
STEP 8: Move the optical tube from its shipping position:
Turn the Dec. lock (10) counterclockwise to unlock the the optical
tube (11) and move it perpendicular the fork arms, to the position
depicted in the image at the left. Turn the Dec. lock clockwise to a
firm feel to relock the position of the optical tube.
STEP 9: Install the batteries:
Assembly of the RCX 400 telescope requires eight C-cell (user
supplied) batteries. Remove the battery compartment (13) covers
and carefully remove the battery holders (12), being mindful of the
connector wires.
Insert four user-supplied C-cell batteries into each battery
holder, oriented as shown on the diagram on the battery slots
inside the battery holder. Return the battery holders to their
respective compartments and replace the covers.
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