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Revision History:

  • 12/10/20 - First Release (QR)

  • 12/17/20 - Added BB reinstallation and changed some wording (QR)

  • 2/2/21 - Added details about “Safety” and “I2C” connections (QR)

  • 5/21/21 - Added images about “Safety” and “I2C” connections (MR)

  • 9/21/21 - Added PicoFlex disconnecting video (MR)

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In the case that the main circuit board needs to be replaced on a Pocket NC V2 series machine, it is best to follow the steps below to ensure proper removal and installation.

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  • Disconnect all of the white Picoflex (multi-wire) connectors by gently pulling up and wiggling them off of the board they are attached to. Do not pull on the wires of the connectors and be careful not to break the bottom half of the connector off of the board itself. The Picoflex connectors are circled in red in the picture below. Please note that not all Picoflex connectors are circled but all need to be disconnected.

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  • Disconnect the single wires by pressing down on the small tab on top of the connector and pulling on the wire at the same time. A 2mm allen key and needle nose pliers work well for this. The single wire connectors are circled in green in the picture below.

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  • V2-50 machines will have an extra 4 pin Picoflex connector located above the beaglebone board (circled in red below).

  • Machines set up with the safety switch feature may also have an extra 4 pin Picoflex connector above the beaglebone board, usually labeled “Safety” (circled in blue below):

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Step 3: Remove the Main Board

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