Replacing the Controller Board

The Controller Board is a very delicate component and should only be handled as described in this article. 

Important:

• Always hold the Controller Board by its edges when handling it.
• Only remove the replacement board from its antistatic bag when you are ready to install it.
• Handle leads and connectors with care. Never try to remove a connector by pulling on its wires. Always try to grip the connector during removal.

Step 1:

Unplug the USB and power leads from the Emblaser 2.

Step 2: (Optional if you have V1 Air-Assist)

If your machine has the new V2 Air-Assist accessory, you will need to detach this before you can access all the screws for the Electronics Pod.

Step 3:

Remove the 5 screws holding the rear Electronics Pod in place

Step 4:

Identify the Controller Board.

Step 5:

Take note of the connectors and carefully unplug them.

1. FFC. Be careful to remove this straight out of the connector, without any twisting.
   Refer to this page: Emblaser 2 / Core: Inserting / Removing the FFC (Flat Flexible Cable)
2. Buttons connector.
3. Left motor connector.
4. Right motor connector.
5. Exhaust fan connector.
6. Camera connector.
7. Air-Assist connector.

Step 6:

Remove the 4 screws holding the Controller Board in place.

Step 7:

Insert the new Controller Board. Re-insert the connectors and re-attach the Electronics Pod to your machine.

Step 8: (Optional if you have V1 Air-Assist)

Re-attach the Air-Assist accessory.