GE RSTi-EP

GFK-2958E RSTi-EP User Manual November 2017 395
Disassembly and Disposal
11.1 Disassembling the RSTi-EP Station
Warning
Explosion Risk - Prior to starting work, ensure that there is not a potentially
explosive atmosphere.
Caution
Dangerous contact voltage - Carry out all disassembly work on the RSTi-EP
station only when the power supply is disconnected. Ensure that the place of
installation (switch cabinet and such) has been disconnected from the power
supply.
➢ To disassemble the RSTi-EP station
1. Remove all cables and lines.
2. Remove the end bracket marker (if present).
3. Unfasten the mounting screw on the right-hand end bracket.
4. Slide the end bracket with the end plate to the right and remove both from the DIN rail.
You can now disassemble the modules and the field-bus network adapter either individually
or in groups of three to four modules.
5. Press all the release levers of a module group towards the mounting plate so that they click
into place.
6. Slide the module group to the right and remove it from the DIN rail.
7. Repeat the above procedure for all remaining modules/ module groups.
8. To disassemble the field-bus network adapter, open both release levers and remove it from
the DIN rail.
9. Unfasten the mounting screw on the left-hand end bracket and remove it.
10. Observe the instructions for proper disposal.