Storage and maintenance
Maintaining and storing the telescope
Store the telescope in its original packaging or in its backpack.
Store your telescope with the eyepiece cover and cap to prevent
dust from getting into the device.
Do not store the telescope with an empty battery.
Do not store the telescope in a damp location. Do
not store your telescope in temperatures below
50°F or above 104°F.
Do not store it in sunlight.
Maintaining the mirror
The mirror can be removed by unscrewing the 4
screws
located on the back of the adjustment mechanism
using the M3 Allen wrench (telescope tool 2).
It is important to use gloves when handling the mirror.
Once the system has been removed, the mirror
can be cleaned with dry compressed air.
Do not use liquid or a wet tissue to clean the mirror.
M
aintaining and storing the tripod
The tripod screws may loosen with use. Verify that they are well tightened
prior to each use.
The tripod comes with three different tools for tightening the screws. Do not store the tripod
in sunlight.
Do not store the tripod in a damp location.
Traveling with the telescope
If you have to travel by plane, do not put your telescope in the checked backpack. It could
be damaged during transport, which would not be covered by the warranty. Use a hard case
to ensure that your telescope remains completely safe.
The telescope weighs 15.4 lbs, the tripod 4.41 lbs, and the backpack 4.41 lbs.
IMPORTANT: THE BACKPACK IS TOO LARGE TO BE USED AS A CARRY-ON FOR MOST
AIRLINES.
Lithium-ion batteries with less than 100 W capacity are allowed in checked bags if they are
attached to the device itself.
W
arranty
The telescope is covered worldwide by a two-year warranty.
The warranty does not cover damages causes by dropping your telescope, even accidentally.
If you damage your telescope or need replacement parts,
please refer to our FAQ.
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