Removing and replacing the enclosure end caps

You can remove and replace the enclosure end caps during some service procedures.

About this task

Figure 1 shows the end caps on the front of the control enclosure. Each end cap provides information to identify the enclosure (machine type and model and serial number). LED indicators also provide information about the status of the enclosure.

Figure 1. Front view of the control enclosure
Front view of the control enclosure
Notes:
  • The information on the end cap must always match the information that is printed on the rear of the enclosure. It must also match the information that is stored on the enclosure midplane.
  • No tools are required to complete this task. Do not remove or loosen any screws.

Procedure

  1. If the enclosure is on a table or other flat surface, elevate the enclosure front slightly or carefully extend the front over the table edge.
  2. Grasp the end cap by the blue touch point and pull it until the bottom edge of the end cap is clear of the bottom tab on the chassis flange.
    Figure 2 shows an example of the left end cap. The touch point is located below the LED indicators.
    Figure 2. End cap touch point and LED indicators.
    Example of the left end cap, LED indicators, and blue touch point enclosure
  3. Lift the end cap off the chassis flange.
  4. Fit the slot on the top of the new end cap over the tab on the top of the chassis flange.
  5. Rotate the end cap down until it snaps into place.