Removing Closing Aid

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Fig 1: Identifying Closing Aid Position

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Unscrew the fastening screws -1- and fold over the closing aid, which is engaged in the support -inset- on the body.

Fig 2: Folding Closing Aid Over
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Screw off hexagon nut -2- , then remove the strut on the closing aid.

Fig 3: Screwing Off Support Strut
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Disconnect the microswitch plug connection.
1. 3.1. Turn connector unit and remove it from the body.
2. 3.2. Release connector -3- and -4- (-arrow A- ) and disconnect plug connection -arrow- .
3. 3.3. First actuate latch -arrow B- and pull connector -4- from connector -3- .
  
  Fig 4: Undoing Plug Connection For Microswitch
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