Nortel Meridian 1 Manual page 706

Follow the procedure below to remove cable connectors from the backplane.
Use extreme caution to avoid bending or breaking backplane pins. Do not
insert the extraction tool unless the cable connector is locked into the securing
clip; a gentle tug on the cable will allow you to determine whether or not the
connector is secured. Do not force the extraction tool deeper than the tab on
the side of the cable connector hood, and do not pry with the tool.
1 Grasp the cable connector by the strain relief tab.
2 Center the long flat edge at the angled end of the tool between the cable
connector hood and the securing clip.
Note: There are two versions of the extractor tool. If the straight end of the
tool is notched, use that end if the connector can be accessed straight-on. If
you must approach the connector from any angle at all, use the angled end,
if provided.
3 Gently insert the extraction tool and gradually apply pressure in the
direction directly toward the backplane while gently pulling the cable
away from the backplane. A gentle side-to-side rocking motion may be
used on the cable if needed.
Do not pry the against the connector with the extraction tool. Simply
inserting the tool between the connector and the securing clip is
sufficient to unlock the connector. Prying may cause damage to the
connector or the backplane pins.
4 Stop applying pressure as soon as the cable connector comes loose from
the backplane.
5 Slowly remove the extraction tool and the cable connector.
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