Setting up the instrument
Setting up the tripod
Aim
- to set up the tripod so that:
it is secure
the head is approximately level
the instrument telescope will be at
eye level
you will be able to see the staff
through the telescope
Using a methodical approach keeps the task simple.
Undo carrying straps
Extend legs
Set tripod in position - if the ground is sloping place two legs on the down hill side
Firmly press the two tripod feet on the down hill side into the ground using your own foot on the tripod's foot plate. (This will tilt the head)
Foot plate on tripod leg.
Move
the third leg so that the head looks level and the instrument telescope
will be at a comfortable height when this leg is firmly pushed into the
ground.
Fine
adjustments can be made by changing the length of each leg.
Make sure that the clamp or locking screw is tight when finished.
Notes:
If the tripod head is not almost level you may have difficulty setting up the instrument.
Do not lean on the tripod when using it, as this could disturb the setting of the instrument.
Tripod
set up, legs secure,
head level
at a suitable height for use,
ready for the instrument.
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