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Post by Colin A on Aug 27, 2012 9:44:42 GMT
I recently bought a 2nd Skywatcher 130. I am chuffed to bits with it as it is my 1st telescope.
I have a couple of questions regarding general maintenance and cleaning:-
1. Should i clean my eyepieces regularly and if so what is the best way to do this?
2. Should i ever clean the primary mirror and again if so, how?
3. Should i ever clean the secondary mirror?
4. Does anybody have any other advice regarding regular cleaning and maintenance of there scope and accessories?
Thanks, Colin.
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Post by stevie on Aug 27, 2012 18:05:58 GMT
It is only necessary to clean optics if they get really dirty, a bit of dust won't do any harm. I've only once ever cleaned a primary mirror, and that was the one on the club's old dobsonian. A few simple precautions , like never touching the reflective face of a secondary mirror, or the glass in an eyepiece, should prevent any need to clean. Never wipe a damp secondary mirror, corrector plate (on an SCT) or eyepiece, let them dry naturally in a warm room, or use a hairdryer.
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