
946 Controller Instruction Manual
pg. 106
10 Maintenance of Series 946 Controller
Modules
Lethal voltages are present in the controller when it is powered. Disconnect
the power cable before disassembly. Do not connect or disconnect any electrical
connectors while power is applied to the equipment (hot swapping). Doing so
may cause damage to the equipment or severe electrical shock to personnel. This
hazard is not unique to this product.
The service and repair information in this manual is for the use of Qualified Service
Personnel. To avoid shock, do not perform any procedures in this manual or perform any
servicing on this product unless you are qualified to do so.
Suitable ESD handling precautions should be followed while installing, configuring
or adjusting the instrument or any modules.
There are 3 sensor module slots (A, B, and C) available in the 946 Controller. Sensor module plug-in
boards (Pirani/CP, Capacitance Manometer, Cold Cathode, Hot Cathode and Mass Flow) can be inserted
into any available slot and the controller will automatically recognize the type of the board in the slot.
Typically, 946 Controllers are shipped with customer-specified sensor modules.
The optional Pressure Control (PC) module for operating valves with the 946 Controller can only be used
the slot labeled “COM”. The Pressure Control module has a different DIN connector for internal
connection to the 946 than the other modules. The controller with automatically recognize when this
module is installed.
To change the controller configuration by removing and installing modules, follow the steps shown below.
10.1 Removing and Installing a Sensor Module
To remove a module:
1. Make sure that the 946 power is OFF, and the power cord is disconnected.
2. Use a #1 Phillips screwdriver to remove the two screws on the top and bottom of the rear
panel of the module.
3. Use a small, flat-blade screwdriver to gently pry the module away from the rear panel frame
until it slides freely.
4.
Carefully
slide the module out.
5. Place the module on a static-protected workbench.
To install a module:
A pressure or flow sensor module (with 32-pin DIN) can only be inserted into slots A,
B or C. It will not fit into the COMM slot!
1. Make sure that the controller power is OFF and the power cord is disconnected.
2. If there is a blanking panel over the slot, use a #1 Phillips screwdriver to remove the two
screws on the top and bottom of the blank panel.