Qualstar XLS Series, Technical & Service Manual

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15
Replacing MEM Components
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15.3 Replacing the Carousel Motor
The carousel motor, located at the back of the MEM, controls the rotation of the carousel.
Important: The XLS can remain powered on when you replace the
carousel motor.
Procedure overview:
Table 15-2 provides an overview of replacing the carousel
motor.
Step Task Refer to...
1 Power off the carousel controller
Section 15.3.1 on page 15-23
2 Remove the carousel motor
Section 15.3.2 on page 15-25
3 Replace the carousel motor
Section 15.3.3 on page 15-28
4 Power on the carousel controller
Section 15.3.4 on page 15-30
Table 15-2 Overview of replacing the carousel motor
Required tools and equipment:
Make sure you have the following:
•
#2 Phillips screwdriver
•
3/16-inch Allen wrench
•
Standard pliers
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Cable tie cutters
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Replacement cable ties
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Small metric ruler or calipers
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1/4-inch Allen wrench (if the MEM is to the left of the LRM)
15.3.1 Powering Off the Carousel Controller
Before removing the carousel motor, you need to power off the carousel controller.
Powering off the controller shuts down the carousel motor, the door-lock solenoids in the
MEM, and the MEM light curtain sensors.
To power off the carousel controller, follow these steps:
1. Make sure that no backup operations are in process, then shut down the
applications. Refer to the documentation for the software applications.
2. Log in to X-Link.