IBM 5786 Removal And Replacement Procedures page 32

Attention: Failure to follow the step-by-step sequence for this FRU removal or installation may result in FRU or
system damage.
Use the following precautions whenever you handle electronic components or cables.
v Attach a wrist strap to an unpainted metal surface of your hardware to prevent electrostatic discharge from
damaging your hardware.
v If you do not have a wrist strap, just prior to removing the product from ESD packaging and installing or
replacing hardware, touch an unpainted metal surface of the system for a minimum of 5 seconds.
v Keep all electronic components in the shipping container or envelope until you are ready to install them.
v If you remove, then re-install an electronic component, temporarily place the component on an ESD pad or
blanket, if available.
4.
1. Loosen the screws and move the slider bar
to the left. Press down on the handle (A)
of the failing fan unit to release it from its
slot in the system unit.
2. Pull gently on the fan handle until the fan
is dislodged from the system.
3. Grasp the front of the fan and pull it out
from the system unit, supporting the
bottom of the fan as you do this.
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