Manufacturers Recommendation for Setting up a Theodolite

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Manufacturers Recommendation for Setting up a
Theodolite
1) Ensure that -

• the tripod head is approximately level

• the tripod feet are firmly fixed in the ground

This should be done BEFORE removing the
theodolite from its box.
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Feet - Dug into ground (if possible)
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2) Place the theodolite on top of the tripod, and
tighten the centring screw to clamp the
theodolite centrally on the tripod head.
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Hold Theodolite by handle
Attach to tripod head
Do not let go of handle until theodolite is
attached to tripod.
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For accurate levelling
For approximate levelling
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All three axes should be mutually at right angles
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