Disassembling Screw Connection

Screw disassemble

  1. Remove the screws in the blue lid, then remove the blue lid as shown in section General Guidance to Separate Joint from Counterpart

  2. Gently remove the power and communications wires from the terminals, as shown in section Power and Communication Connector Types on the Joint and Connector Location on Joints.

  3. Use a small flat-head screwdriver to push off the flat ring. Then slide the flat ring over the joint.

  4. Remove Teflon ring.

The joint can fall off if not supported when removing the screws.
 

  1. First remove the countersunk screws (a), then the remaining screws (b).

    Note: Be very careful when removing the screws. Always use a correct-sized and undamaged screwdriver. The screw head slots can easily be stripped.

  2. The joint is now loose and can be removed. Remember to pull the wires out.