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489 bytes added, 17:03, 23 October 2019
/* Telescope pointing limits */
If the telescope reaches an altitude limit, it will simply stop tracking and can be pointed to a new position. If it reaches an azimuth limit while tracking, it should automatically "rewind" and continue tracking the same object. If it doesn't, you will need to repoint the telescope.
 
 
== Start-up recipe ==
 
Follow this procedure to prepare the telescope and dome for observing:
 
1. '''Check the weather conditions [https://suthweather.saao.ac.za/ here]'''. If windspeed <60km/h and T-T<sub>dew</sub> > 1.5 (see [[#Observing limits|observing limits]]), continue with step 2.
 
2. Check the observing floor and '''clear any obstacles''' (e.g. ladders) that may obstruct the telescope.
 
3. '''Switch off the [[#Light switches|lights]]''' everywhere except in the warm room.
== Commissioning Aids ==
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