Formatter
CAUTION: PCAs are sensitive to electrostatic discharge (ESD). Look for the ESD reminder
when removing PCAs. Always perform service work at an ESD-protected workstation or mat. If an ESD
workstation or mat is not available, ground yourself by touching the sheet-metal chassis before touching
an ESD-sensitive part.
Protect the ESD-sensitive parts by placing them in ESD pouches when they are out of the product.
CAUTION: Do not bend or fold the flat flexible cables (FFCs) during removal or installation. Also, do
not straighten pre-folds in the FFCs. You must make sure that all FFCs are fully seated in their
connectors. Failure to fully seat an FFC into a connector can cause a short circuit in a PCA.
1. Remove the left cover. See Left cover on page 102.
2. Disconnect five connectors (callout 1; GND wire lug, J36, J2, J32, J34) and five FFCs (callout 2;
J4, J27, J28, J31, J26).
Figure 5-53 Remove the formatter (1 of 5)
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