Cleaning The Chassis Air Filter For A 12518 - HP 12500 Series Installation Manual

Install the chassis air filter to the correct position, and fasten the captive screws at both sides of the
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chassis air filter. For more information, see "Installing the switch."
Figure 62 Removing the rear chassis air filter for a 12508

Cleaning the chassis air filter for a 12518

A 12518 has only one chassis air filter, which is horizontally inserted.
To clean the chassis air filter:
Use a Phillips screwdriver to loosen the screws at both sides of the air filter, and slowly pull the air
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filter out along the slide rails.
Use clean water to wash the air filter, and air-dry the air filter.
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Install the air filter to the chassis, and fasten the screws at both sides of the air filter.
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Figure 63 Removing the air filter for a 12518
Cleaning a power frame air filter
The power frame air filter of a 12500 switch is right behind the front panel of the power frame to prevent
dust from entering the power frame.
For a 12504
To remove, clean, and install the power frame air filter:
Loosen the fastening screws on the air filter, push the air filter to the right most, and remove the air
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filter from the power frame.
Wash the air filter by using clean water, and then air-dry the air filter.
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