Sky-Watcher AZ EQ6 - Manual (Page 5)

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1.4 Installing the Counterweights
1. Loosen the T-bolt for locking the counterweight rod and gently pull out the counterweight
rod. Re-tighten the T-bolt to secure the counterweight rod in place. (Fig. 1.4a)
2. Loosen the R.A. Clutch with the handle, and rotate the R.A. Axis until the counterweight
rod is pointing towards the ground. (Fig. 1.4b)
3. Remove the threaded cap from the end of the counterweight rod.
4. The AZ-EQ6 GT mount comes with a 150mm counterweight rod extension, which can be
installed at this point if necessary. Ensure the extension is tightly secured before installing
counterweights. (Fig. 1.4c)
5. Loosen the counterweight’s thumb screw and slide the counterweight onto the counter-
weight rod. Re-tighten the thumb screw to secure the counterweight on the rod.
6. Replace the cap to the end of the counterweight rod.
Fig. 1.4b
Fig. 1.4c
Fig. 1.4a
Fig. 1.4d
1.5 Installing the Telescope
1. Before installing a telescope, ensure:
• The counterweight rod is pointing towards the ground.
• All counterweights have been moved to the end of the counterweight rod.
• The R.A. Axis is secured by tightening the R.A. Clutch.
PART I: SETTING UP THE AZ-EQ6 GT MOUNT
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R.A.
Clutch
handle
Lock Loosen
Locking T-bolt
Thumb
Screw