51 45 435 Removing and installing/replacing cover for instruments

Removal:

Press in the pin (1) from the clips (2) a maximum of 2.5 mm, up to the first latch mechanism.

Remove the clips (2).

Fig 1: Pin And Clips

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NOTE: The cover (1) must only be slightly raised from the bottom, otherwise there is the danger that the fibre-optic conductor will break.

Raise the cover (1) bottom from the latch mechanism (dimension X: maximum of 8 mm).

Maintain the position of the cover (1).

Fig 2: Cover Position Dimension

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Press the cover (1) together on the positions (2 and 3) with both palms.

Tightly grip the cover (1) in this position and rotate it counter clockwise, until the latch mechanism releases.

Remove the cover (1) towards the rear.

Fig 3: Cover Pressing Position

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Installation:

Engage the cover (1) and mount the clips (2).

Fig 4: Cover And Clips

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