Removing inner foam from base module

There is a foam packing placed inside each base module to protect the accessor from damage while shipping. When installing the modules, this foam packing must be removed.

About this task

Remember: The foam packing is only available inside a base module.
Follow these instructions to remove foam packing from a module.

Procedure

  1. Unlatch the top of the module by using your fingers or a small tool, one on each side of the lid, and press inward. When the lid opens, remove it by pulling it forward. See Figure 1.
    Figure 1. Unlatching the top of the module
    Unlatching the top of the module
    Figure 2. Removing the top of the module
    Removing the top of the module
  2. Remove the foam packing from the inside of the module.
    Figure 3. The module is opened to show the foam packing.
    The module opened to show the foam packing
  3. After the packing is removed, the internal components are shown.
    Figure 4. The foam packing is removed, and the internal components are shown - Base Module.
    The foam packing is removed, and the internal components are shown - Base Module.
  4. Install the top cover if you do not plan to add modules above this module.
  5. Save the packaging materials for future use.
  6. If you are adding extra modules, go to Preparing top and bottom modules.