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4) Remove the dust cap from the end of the telescope nearest the eyepiece holder and
the finder scope. The dust cap consists of two pieces—a small, removable center
piece and the large main cap (See Fig. 12). Both pieces should be removed (See
Fig. 13). The open end of the optical tube is pointed toward the subject you wish to
observe.
(Fig. 12)
(Fig. 13)
5) Begin your viewing session by using only the K25 eyepiece. It will give you the
widest angle and the brightest, sharpest views. To adjust the angle of the telescope,
loosen the tightening screws on either side of the mounting yoke and the azimuth
locking knob (See Fig. 2 on page 4). If you wish to adjust the angle of the telescope
tube vertically in large increments, also loosen the tightening knob that holds the
vertical fine adjustment rod. For fine vertical motions, gradually tighten the knurled
knob on the vertical fine adjustment rod.
When possible, avoid sudden temperature changes, as the moisture in the air will
condense on the mirrors and eyepiece lenses. Should this occur after bringing your
telescope indoors, remove the dust caps and allow the moisture to evaporate naturally.
Point the telescope downward to minimize the collection of airborne dust. Once all of
the moisture has evaporated, replace the dust caps.
G. A NOTE ON TERRESTRIAL VIEWING:
You may notice that when you observe a terrestrial object on land or water it appears
upside down.
To correct this, a 1.5x Image Erecting Lens (not included) may be used with your
telescope. This accessory is inserted in the eyepiece holder of the telescope between
the eyepiece and the telescope. With the image erecting lens, objects will appear in
their proper orientation for terrestrial and land observation.
