M10x switch replacement instructions – Finish Thompson PFS ATEX VERSION (INCLUDES M6A, M6XA, M10X MOTORS & SPK) User Manual

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M10X Switch Replacement Instructions

Warning: Motor is ATEX certified and repair work must be
performed by persons with competent electrical skills who are
familiar with ATEX regulations.

Warning: Make sure the machined aluminum surfaces of the
explosion proof housing are not scratched or damaged during
assembly/disassembly.

1. Remove the screws from plastic motor housing and strain relief connector.
See figure 1.

2. Carefully pry two plastic housings apart. The halves are sealed with two
beads of silicone caulking but will separate. Remove the aluminum motor
from the plastic housing.

3. Remove the screws from the top aluminum cover. See figure 2.

4. Pull the switch up from the slots in the motor housing and remove the
wires from the switch terminals. Note the wire locations. See figure 3.

5. Press wire terminals onto the terminals of the new switch making sure
they are in the correct location. When the letters “E-T-A” on one side of
the switch are facing up, the line connectors are on the right switch termi-
nals and the load connectors are on the left switch terminals.

6. Press the switch into slots of the aluminum housing. Make sure the letters
“E-T-A” on one side of the switch is facing up. The sides of the switch are
trimmed at the factory to fit the slot, slight additional trimming may be
required. See figure 4.

7. Replace the aluminum cover and install screws until they are tight.

8. Install a bead of silicone caulking in the center slot of each plastic motor
half. See figure 5.

9. Place the motor body in the slot of one plastic motor half and place the
other plastic motor half on top. See figure 6.

10. Reinstall all the screws. Plug in the motor and turn it on to verify proper
operation.

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