Independent Loading Mechanism (ILM)
32 Thermal/Mechanical Specifications and Design Guide
The ILM opening sequence is shown in Figure 4-6.
1. Open hinge lever
2. Open active lever
Note: The opening sequence is also marked on the ILM load plate
3. Open the load plate by pushing down on the hinge lever Figure 4-7, this will cause
the load plate tab to rise above the socket. Grasp the tab, only after it has risen
away from the socket, open load plate to full open position.
Note: ILM cover not shown for clarity.
Figure 4-6. Opening ILM
Opening the hinge lever
provides the clearance to
open the active lever
Step 1
Open Hinge Lever
Step 2
Open Active Lever
Figure 4-7. Opening Sequence for ILM and Loadplate (cont.)