Orion OBSERVER 70MM AZ - Manual (Page 9)

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altitude lock knob
This locks the telescope in the altitude (up/down) direction.
Keep this knob tightened unless you are moving the
telescope a significant distance in the altitude direction.
For smaller altitude adjustments, use the altitude micro-
motion control rod and thumbwheel (13).
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azimuth lock knob
This locks the telescope in the azimuth (left/right) direc-
tion. Keep this knob tightened unless you are adjusting
the telescope in the azimuth direction.
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tripod leg attachment screws
These screws attach the tripod legs (6) to the altazimuth
yoke mount (5). Each screw has a wingnut and two
washers.
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accessory tray bracket
This bracket holds the accessory tray (7).
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leg lock knobs
These knobs lock the tripod legs into place. Loosen them
to lengthen or shorten the tripod legs. Tighten them
once you have the leg at the desired length. Be certain
that all three tripod legs are equally extended to assure
your telescope is level.
items not shown.
These items are included with your telescope, but are not
shown in Figure 1, 2 or 3.
10mm Explorer ii eyepiece
This is a second, high-powered eyepiece, providing 70x magni-
fication. For more details see the Using your Telescope section.
Dust cover
Use this to cover the objective lens (8) when the telescope is
not in use. It will prevent dust from collecting on the objective
lens.
Details of the tripod and Mount
Figure 3a shows a close up of the telescope’s mount and tripod. Important features are pointed out for greater clarity and detail.
Figure 3b shows a close-up detail of the tripod legs (6) attached to the altazimuth yoke mount (5).