PANASONIC SA-AK240GCP – CD STEREO SYSTEM - DISASSEMBLE PROCEDURE - CD Changer - Necha-chassis & Power PCB

DISASSEMBLY

• Remove 3 screws at each side and 5 screws at rear panel.
• Lift up both sides of the top cabinet; push the top cabinet towards the rear to remove the top cabinet.

• Remove 6 screws.
• Disconnect cable CN2810 (Fan) at Main P.C.B.
• Remove rear panel.

Disassembly of CD Changer Unit (CRS1)

• Remove 1 screw at rear panel.
• Detach the FFC cables (CN2801 & CN2805).

• Release the claws on both ends.
• Lift the CD changer unit upwards to remove it.

Disassembly of Mecha Chassis.

• Disconnect FFC cables (CN2803, CN2806 and CN2951)
• Detach connectors (CN2808 & CN2809).
• Remove Main P.C.B.

• Disassembly of Transformer P.C.B.
• Disconnect connectors (CN5950 & CN5951).
• Remove 3 screws (Mounting screws for transformer to bottom chassis).
• Push the Transformer P.C.B. sideward to remove it.

Disassembly of Power P.C.B.

• Remove the 4 screws on Power P.C.B.
• Detach cable (CN5950) remove the 5 screws on Power P.C.B.
• Remove Power P.C.B.
• Note: Insulate the Power P.C.B. with insulation material to avoid short circuit. 

Replacement of the Power Amp IC or Voltage Regulator

• Remove 2 screws at the Power Amp IC and/or 3 screws to Voltage Regulator.