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Illuminated Tactile Switches

B3W-9

Removing the Cap - Text Film Installation

1. Hold the cap at the side away from the mating section. Pull

straight up.

2. Do not remove the cap while the Switch is mounted. Doing so

will apply force to the soldered section and LEDs, resulting in

malfunction.

Placing the Cap on the Switch

Hold the Cap at the side away from the mating section. Push straight

down until the mating section meets.

Removing the Cap

The Cap can be removed up to two times. Excessively removing the

Cap will cause the mating section to become weak, resulting the

operating section not mating completely or the Cap may fall off.

Film Dimensions

Dimensions of the film are shown below. The thickness is 0.2 mm.

Dust Protection

Although the switching mechanism is a sealed structure (IP64), illu-

mination part and actuation part is not sealed. Ensure you have the

correct environmental conditions for installation. Use a protective

sheet or take other measures to protect against dust.

Sensitivity to Static Electricity

Switches with high-brightness green (HG) or blue (B) LEDs are sus-

ceptible to static electricity. Take care when handling switches with

these LEDs as the LEDs may be damaged.

Storage Precautions

Storage Environment

To prevent degradation, such as discoloration, of the terminals during

storage, do not store the Switch in locations that are subject to the

following conditions.

1. High temperature or humidity

2. Corrosive gases

3. Direct sunlight

Storage condition

Store the Switches in the packaging box.

After the packaging box is opened, use the contents as quickly as

possible. When storing leftover parts, make sure that appropriate

measures are taken against humidity and corrosive gases.

Agreement of Product Use

Comply with the usage, storage, and disposal conditions specified by

OMRON as outlined in the precautions in the product datasheet and

specifications.

Be sure to read the precautions common to all Tactile Switches, con-

tained in the Technical User’s Guide, “Tactile Switches, Technical

Information” for correct use

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