Welch Allyn Connex Spot Monitor Service Manual page 52

46 Disassembly and repair
• ZIF (zero insertion force): The device uses flex cables and ZIF flex cable
connectors. Flex cables and ZIF connectors require special care when handling.
ZIF connectors use a sliding outer piece that latches and unlatches to secure and
release the flex cable. ZIF cables cannot be successfully connected or disconnected
without properly unlatching and latching the sliding outer piece.
To remove a ZIF connector
1. Using a suitable tool (for example, a paper clip, small flat-head screwdriver, or
2. Remove the cable.
To connect a ZIF connector
1. Slide the latching piece of the connector away from the connector body.
2. Insert the flex cable into the connector. This may require using a suitable tool to
3. Slide the latching piece toward the connector body until it locks into place.
CAUTION Do not use excessive force when releasing
pressure on the connector. Excessive force may result in
breaking the sliding outer piece.
CAUTION Remove a flex cable only after the ZIF latch is
open.
needle-nose pliers), slide the latching piece of the connector away from the
connector body.
keep the latching piece elevated.
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