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eyepiece assembly and then tighten the three screws. By means of this metal circle scale, the compass
can always be set correctly in relation to the theodolite. If the declination changes or if it is necessary to
set the circular compass assembly to some other reference direction, the compass housing (4, fig. 2-2)
can be turned against the metal circle (6, fig. 2-2) scale.
e. Telescope Level Operating Procedure.
(1) Install theodolite and tribrach assembly on tripod (fig. 2-10).
(2) If necessary, install the battery box assembly (fig. 3-1).
(3) If necessary, install the handlamp (fig. 3-2) or the plug-in lamp (fig. 3-3).
(4) If necessary, install the black eyepiece filter (fig. 2-23).
(5) Install telescope level (fig. 3-6).
(6) Center and level the theodolite (para. 2-8a).
(7) While observing the split bubble indicator in the telescope level (fig. 3-6) adjust the vertical drive screw
12-9. PREPARATION FOR MOVEMENT
a. Dismantling for Movement.
(1) Short distances. For short distances in cleared, level areas, the operator may carry the theodolite and
tribrach assembly mounted on the tripod. If the equipment is carried while mounted on the tripod, the
operator should not carry it in any position other than upright.
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