Use the following procedures to remove a faulty drive slot filler and replace it with a
new one from stock. Drive slot fillers are passive components that regulate airflow through the
control enclosure.
About this task
Notes:
Every drive slot of an operational control enclosure must contain either a drive or a drive slot
filler. A drive slot must not be left empty for more than 10 minutes during servicing. Ensure
that you have read and understood the removal and replacement instructions, and have the replacement
part unpacked before you remove the existing drive slot filler.
No tools are required to complete this task. Do not remove or loosen any screws.
Procedure
Unpack the replacement drive slot filler from its packaging.
Removing the drive slot filler
Use your thumb and fore finger to pinch the latch of the faulty drive blank.
Removing a drive blank assembly
Gently slide the release latch up to unlock the handle.
Pull the faulty drive slot filler from the drive slot.
Replacing a drive blank assembly
Hold the drive blank the correct way up, as shown in Figure 1.
Figure 1. Correct drive blank orientation
Slide the replacement drive blank into the empty drive slot.
