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Right-Side Cover Removal

Prerequisite Only
This is a prerequisite-only guide! This guide is part of another procedure and isn’t meant to be used alone.

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  1. Right-Side Cover Removal, Safety precautions: step 1, image 1 of 2 Right-Side Cover Removal, Safety precautions: step 1, image 2 of 2
    • Power off the machine at least one hour prior to starting repairs. Ensure the machine is completely cool to the touch.

    • Flip the power switch into the OFF position.

    • Unplug any extension cords from the included power cord.

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  2. Right-Side Cover Removal, Remove the upper shell: step 2, image 1 of 2 Right-Side Cover Removal, Remove the upper shell: step 2, image 2 of 2
    • Use a 5/16 inch socket or Phillips screwdriver to remove the eight screws securing the upper shell, four on each side.

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  3. Right-Side Cover Removal: step 3, image 1 of 2 Right-Side Cover Removal: step 3, image 2 of 2
    • Lift the upper shell straight up off of the machine to remove it.

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  4. Right-Side Cover Removal, Remove the right-side cover: step 4, image 1 of 1
    • Use a 5/16 inch socket or Phillips screwdriver to remove the four bolts securing the right-side cover.

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  5. Right-Side Cover Removal: step 5, image 1 of 3 Right-Side Cover Removal: step 5, image 2 of 3 Right-Side Cover Removal: step 5, image 3 of 3
    • Tilt the right-side cover down to access the PCB board.

    • Do not fully remove the right-side cover, it is still attached via the on/off switch.

    • During reassembly, ensure the display window is aligned with the LCD display before you press the cover into place.

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  6. Right-Side Cover Removal: step 6, image 1 of 3 Right-Side Cover Removal: step 6, image 2 of 3 Right-Side Cover Removal: step 6, image 3 of 3
    • There are two wires connecting the power switch to the main PCB assembly.

    • Use needle nose pliers to remove the wire with the blue connector.

    • Remove the wire with the clear connector.

    • Remove the right-side cover.

    • During reassembly, install the power switch wires back in their original locations with the blue wire above the clear wire.

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Conclusion

To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.

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