To Disconnect And Connect Mylar Flex Cables - Agilent Technologies 54835A Service Manual

To disconnect and connect Mylar flex cables

Use this procedure when you are instructed to disconnect or connect a Mylar flex cable. Such
cables and their connectors are fragile; mishandling may damage the cable or connector.
To disconnect the cable
Pry up the retainer slightly at either end of the connector using a small flat-blade
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screwdriver. Do not force the retainer; it should remain attached to the body of the
socket.
Gently pull the flex cable out of the connector.
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Figure 6-2
Disconnecting a Mylar Ribbon Cable
To reconnect the cable
Ensure that the cable retainer is up, then insert the ribbon cable into the socket, making
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sure to observe polarity of the cable with respect to the connector.
Push the ends of the retainer down onto the connector body, using a small flat-bladed
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screwdriver. The retainer should be flush with the connector body when you are
finished.
Figure 6-3
Connecting Mylar Ribbon Cables
Chapter 6: Replacing Assemblies

To disconnect and connect Mylar flex cables

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