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The Dig Hints

How do I work this strange device?

  • 1 of 6: In case you didn't notice, there was a similar device on the purple spire.
  • 2 of 6: If you don't remember how that one worked (or didn't figure it out), the following hint should help.
  • 3 of 6: But the device doesn't seem to be working, does it?
  • 4 of 6: Fortunately, it's not all that difficult to fix.
  • 5 of 6: There aren't many parts that you can use here.
  • 6 of 6: Just turn the lens once, and the device will work as it's supposed to.