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11.2 Replacing the front cover
Replacing the front cover
The front cover is pluggable. If necessary, you can take off the front cover or replace the
front cover during runtime (RUN). Removing or replacing the front cover does not affect the
CPU in operation.
To remove the front cover from the CPU, follow these steps:
1. Flip up the front cover until the front cover stands at a 90° angle to the front of the
module.
2. In the top section of the front cover, press on the anchor(s): Two anchors with
CPU 1515R-2 PN, CPU 1517H-3 PN. One anchor with CPU 1513R-1 PN.
At the same time, pull the front cover towards you and off.
The view in the figure below is an example of CPU 1515R-2 PN.
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Figure 11-2
Personal injury or material damage can occur in zone 2 hazardous areas
If you remove or attach the front cover during operation, personal injury and damage can
occur in hazardous areas of zone 2.
Always disconnect the R/H-CPU from the power supply before you remove or attach the
front cover in hazardous areas of zone 2.
S7-1500R/H redundant system
System Manual, 10/2018, A5E41814787-AA
Fasteners for removing and fitting the front panel
Removing and fitting the front panel
WARNING
Maintenance
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