Mattress and Seat Systems Service Manual
Repair
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6
Removing a Cell
Refer to Figure 24 for a typical view of the connections between the cell assembly and the manifold
assembly.
Note:
The cells in the Alpha Trancell II mattress overlay are not individual, replaceable cells, but are a
one-piece manufactured item, and can only be replaced as a single, complete item (the mattress
overlay assembly).
All Mattress Replacement and Overlay Systems except Alpha Trancell II
6.1
Remove the top cover (Refer to Page 36, Section 3).
6.2
Pull apart the press studs that secure each end of the cell to the loop base sheet assembly.
6.3
Carefully remove the T-connector on the end of the cell from the manifold tubes.
Note:
The T-connector is part of the cell assembly.
6.4
Pull the cell out through the loops in the loop base sheet assembly.
Alpha Trancell II Mattress Overlay only
6.5
To remove the mattress overlay assembly, Refer to Page 44, Section 11.
All Seat Systems
6.6
Remove the top cover (Refer to Page 36, Section 3).
6.7
Pull apart the press studs that secure each end of the cell to the loop base sheet assembly.
6.8
Carefully remove the T-connector (or elbow connector on the end cells) on the manifold from the
side-entry grommet on the cell.
Note:
The T-connector and elbow connector are part of the manifold assembly.
6.9
Pull the cell out through the loops in the loop base sheet assembly.
Figure 24 - Manifold - Cell Connections
Manifold Tubes
T-Connector
Side-Entry Grommet
Press Stud
Cell
Loop Base Sheet Assembly
