Qualstar XLS Series Technical & Service Manual page 192

12.1 Replacing the Gripper Assembly
3. Using a small flat-bladed screwdriver, very carefully push on each side of the
locking mechanism to release the flex cable. See
Push on both sides of the
locking mechanism to release
the cable from the connector
Figure 12-6 Releasing the gripper flex cable from the connector
4. Using tweezers or needle-nosed pliers with smooth blades, very carefully pull the
flex cable away from the connector.
5. Locate the hex nut directly in the center of the gripper assembly. This nut
attaches the gripper assembly to the X-beam mount. See
Figure 12-7 Location of hex nut for gripper assembly
12-6
Figure 12-6.
Figure
Hex nut
12-7.
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