It can be done easily. BUT:

1: mark the position of the corrector versus the telescope tube (should be
done by Meade
2. Try not to rotate the secundary. Mark the position of the secundary
versus the correctorplate anyway.

If I heard it right the scopes are compensated. This means that secundary,
corrector and mirror are specifically adjusted to each other. Disturbing
their position is not advisable. But, if you put the marks you shouldn't
have any problem.


Regards,

Maarten Vanleenhove
webmaster Public Observatory Beisbroek

www.maarten.vanleenhove.yucom.be

Beisbroek:
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-----Original Message-----
Sent: woensdag 7 maart 2001 6:10
Subject: [M]: Removal of Corrector Plate


Good evening all,
I've got an 8" LX200 and am gearing up for some astrophotography. The
other day I happened to notice that the secondary mirror has several large
black fibers and a large speck of something on it. Is it safe to remove the
corrector plate in order to debride the secondary? Is there anything I
should take into consideration before attempting this action?
Your recommendations are appreciated.
Jim

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