BARSKA AB11190 Encounter Jumbo Binocular - Manual (Page 4)

Encounter 16x, 20x, 25x70mm Binocular
Telescope Operating Instructions
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2. Avoid touching the lens surface with
fingers or any coarse material.
3. All optics, even if stored, should be
cleaned at least once per year or
whenever they become dirty.
4. Avoid over-cleaning as this can also
damage the lens coatings.
5. Always use lens cleaning tissue and lens
cleaning fluid that are specifically
designed for multicoated lenses.
6. DO NOT use fluids or tissues that are for
eyeglasses or household use.
7. DO NOT attempt to disassemble the
binocular or eyepieces in order to clean
them. This could result in damage to the
binocular and void the Warranty.
Cleaning The Lenses
1. Blow off the lens with a blower bulb or
gently wipe the lens with a lens cleaning
brush to remove the larger dust particles.
2. Put a few drops of lens cleaning fluid on a
fresh piece of lens cleaning tissue (NEVER
apply directly on the lens surface) and
gently wipe the lens.
3. Quickly wipe the excess fluid with a new
dry piece of lens cleaning tissue.
4. On large lenses, clean only a small area
at a time using a new tissue each time.
5. On excessively dirty lenses, wipe across
the lens using one stroke per tissue,
alternating wet and dry.
6. To avoid scratching the lens surface,
always avoid excessive pressure or
rubbing when wiping.
Storing and Transporting the Binocular
1. Always keep the binoculars in their
storage case with the cover caps on when
not in use.
2. To prevent the optics from becoming
misaligned, avoid unnecessary shocks to
the binocular whether it is in the storage
case or not. This is not covered by the
Warranty.
3. A metal carry handle is supplied with the
binocular. This handle connects to the
dovetail holder on the binoculars which is
located in front of the eyepieces (Fig.8).
4. Slide the handle's base into the dovetail
holder and secure it in place by tightening
the thumbscrew.
5. Use the handle to lift the
binocular when mounting
to a tripod.
6. Remove the handle
before placing the
binocular into its
storage case.
Important Note:
Allow the optics to slowly adjust to cold
weather by storing the binocular in its case
in a cold area such as an unheated garage,
unheated basement, or the trunk of a car for
a few hours before use. When bringing the
binoculars back inside a warm house, open
up the case, remove the binoculars, remove
the cover caps and allow everything to dry
out. The binoculars should be stored in a
cool, dry place to prevent mold growth which
can damage the optics. This is not covered
by the Warranty.
Figure 8.
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