IBM 6580 User Manual

(top and bottom) of the pad
card. Coverage of about 50% of
the tab area (as measured from
the edge of the tab) will
ensure the desired protection
of the contacts.
WARNING: Do not over-lubricate the
edge connector, as permanent damage
to the key modules may occur if
lubricant gets on the pad card.
Key Module (Type A only)
Removal
1. Use the keybutton removal tool
(Part Number 9900'373) to lift the
keybutton from the key module to
be removed.
2. Disassemble the keyboard. (See
Pad Card Removal.)
3. Reach under the key assembly and
push the failing key module up
until it is free •.
Note: The module retaining ears must
clear the frame.
~spacebar Edge
WARNING: To prevent loosening a fly
plate, ensure no keys are accidentally
pressed while the pad card is
removed.
Installation
1. Insert the key module. Match the
opening in the key module with the
aligning lug in the mounting hole.
The key stem notch must be posi-
tioned toward the spacebar edge of
the keyboard.
2. Reinstall the pad card.
3. Turn the keyboard assembly over
and, if necessary, reposition the
contamination shield.
4. Put the keybutton on the key mod-
ule.
5. Reinstall the logic board cables
and covers.
Chapter 5. Keyboard 5-19

IBM 6580 Specifications

General

Brand	IBM
Model	6580
Category	Desktop
Language	English