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GP-577RS Replacing the Backlight Handling Guide

Thank you very much for purchasing the GP-577RS replacement backlights. Be sure to
read the following Backlight Installation Cautions before attempting to change the
backlights . This replacement backlight package

 If this backlight is not appropriate for your GP unit, or does not function correctly,
please contact your local authorized GP representative for instructions.

•  Whenever changing the Backlight, be sure the GP's power cord has been

disconnected. When the GP's power cord is connected and the GP is ON, high
voltage runs through the wires in the backlight area—do not touch them!

•  When the GP's power has just been turned OFF, the Backlight area is still

very hot! Be sure to wear gloves to prevent being burned.

•  Since the backlight is made of thin glass, handling it roughly may cause it  to

break ,therefore, be careful when installing the backlight not to either push or
pull it too strongly.

•  Change the entire backlight unit, i.e. both the tube and holder.
•  Do not allow water, oil or fingerprints to be left on the tube, since they

can all reduce the backlight's life.

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Package 

Contents

2 Replacement Backlights (Model:GP577RS-BL00-MS)

4 ttachment Screws (If original screws are misplaced)

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Items Required When Changing The GP's Backlight

Phillips type screwdriver (no. 2) for GP's rear cover attachment screws.

Phillips type screwdriver (no. 0) for backlight unit's metal cover.

One pair of clean (preferably new) cotton gloves.

Also, a small container for placing the attachment screws may help to prevent them

from becoming lost or misplaced.

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Important

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Warning

This unit has two backlights, one at the top and one at the bottom. The following expla-

nation is for changing the top backlight. To change the bottom backlight, simply repeat

the procedures shown here in the same order.

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How to replace the backlight

1) Turn the GP’s power OFF (i.e. disconnect

the GP's power cord ) . Use a Phillips
screwdriver to remove the case’s two rear
attachment screws, and pivot the rear cover
open, starting from the top of the unit.

2) The cover is fastened at the bottom, and

hinges open.

STOP

•  The rear cover cannot be com-

pletely removed. If you attempt to
remove it, you may break the
cover.

Unit Type

 Replacing the Backlight Model 

GP577R-SC11

GP577RS-BL00-MS

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