Flyplate Replacement; Code Key - IBM System/32 Introduction And Maintenance Manual

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6.3.4 Flyplate Replacement
Replacing a dislodged flyplate in a key module
is not recommended. However, if replacement
is necessary because a new key module is not
available, inspect the flyplate to make sure the
joint between the spring and fly plate is not
loose or the flyplate is not cracked or damaged.
1.
2.
3.
Form the spring on the flyplate so that
there is 0.5 inch (12.7 mm) between the
ends of the spring.
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Remove the key button from the key
module and remove the module from the
keyboard.
Tape the key stem down as shown.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
Holding the key modulE! and flyplate as
shown, line up the ends of the flyplate
spring
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with the tips of the flat spring
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attached to the ke'l stem.
Insert a small stylus or straightened paper
clip through one qf the access holes in
the key module
OJ.
Push the tip of the flat spring up on the
inside of the flyplate spring.
Ease the flat spring down until the tab
drops into the slot of the flyplate spring.
Attach the other end of the spring in the
same way.
Carefully remove the tape holding the
key stem.
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10.
Check the key stem ears for taper in the
center slot and form the ears if necessary.
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11.
I nstall the key module in the keyboard
(6.3.2).
6.3.5 CODE Key
Enabling
Note:
If the dual case feature is installed, when
replacing the keyboard retain the CODE key
button for use on the new keyboard.
1.
Remove key button numbers 56 (blank
button) 57, 74, and 75 (see 6.1.4) using the
key button pulling tool (PIN 627953).
2.
Lift the black vinyl liner from the key stems.
3.
Remove the key lock from key position 56
by turning the keylock 90·and lifting it off
the key stem.
4.
Reposition the black vinyl liner over the
key stem.
5.
Replace the keys removed in step 1 using
the CODE key button in position 56.

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