Celestron 31058 - Manual (Page 7)

4 • The G-8N
A S S E M B L I N G Y O U R G - 8N N E W T O N I A N
This section covers the proper assembly instructions for your G-8N reflecting
telescope (#31058). This unit is a 8" Newtonian reflector that utilizes an f/5
mirror with 1000mm of focal length. The telescope comes on the CG-5 German
equatorial mount, which when properly aligned and fitted with the optional
motors, will track objects as they move across the sky. The telescope is shipped
in two boxes. The first contains the telescope tube. The second contains the
mount and all the standard accessories. Included are:
• 20mm Plossl Ocular 1-1/4"
• 9x50mm Finder
• Quick Release Finder Bracket
• Lens Cap
The second box contains the tripod, equatorial mount and the hardware
needed to set it up. Included are the:
• CG-5 German Equatorial Mount
• Counterweight Bar
• Counterweight (11 lbs)
• Declination (DEC) Slow Motion Knob
• Right Ascension (R.A.) Slow Motion Knob
• Adjustable Aluminium Tripod
• Accessory Tray
When setting up the telescope, find a large, clear area where the parts can be
laid out without fear of losing them. Start with the tripod and mount. Remove
the contents of the box and place them neatly on your work surface. Leave the
optical tube in its box until you are ready to attach it to the mount. Once your
G-8N has been unpacked and assembled, you will not need the shipping
boxes for everyday storage and transportation. However, you should save
them in case you decide to ship your telescope via a common carrier.
Unpacking Your
G-8N