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Part i : setting up the az-eq6 gt mount – Sky-Watcher AZ EQ6 User Manual

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PART I : SETTING UP THE AZ-EQ6 GT MOUNT

1.

Fully expand the tripod legs on level ground.

2.

Locate the locking clamps on the legs and turn counter-clockwise to unlock them to extend

the tripod legs.

3.

Extend the legs to desired height, make sure the tripod top is level and then lock the

clamps.

1.1 Setting Up the Tripod

1.2 Putting On the AZ-EQ6 GT Mount

Fig. 1.1

1.

Loosen the two azimuth adjustment knobs on the AZ-EQ6 GT mount until there is sufficient

space between the two knob screws.

(Fig. 1.2a)

Fig. 1.2a

Fig. 1.2b

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clamp

Azimuth Adjustment Knobs

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Dowel

Primary

locking shaft