9LOADING AND INSTALLATION

9.3.3 Installation and removal of module

MELSEC-Q

This section explains how to install and remove a power supply, CPU, I/O, intelligent function or another module to and from the base unit.

(1)Installation and removal of the module from Q3B, ,Q5B and Q6B

The installation and removal of the module from Q3B/Q6B base unit are described below.

(a) Installation of module on Q3B, Q5B and Q6B

Insert the module fixing latch into the module fixing hole of the base unit.

Push the module in the direction of arrow to load it into the base unit.

Make sure that the module is inserted in the base unit securely.

Base unit

Base unit

Module

Module

connector

Module loading lever

 

Module

Module fixing Module fixing latch

fixing latch

hole

 

Module fixing hole

Completion

POINTS

(1)Always insert the module fixing latch of the module into the module fixing hole. Forcing the hook into the hole will damage the module connector and module.

(2)When using the PLC in a place where there is large vibration or impact, screw the CPU module to the base unit.

Module fixing screw : M3 12 (user-prepared)

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