How to Disassemble the Slide Rails Before Installation

Use this procedure to remove the mounting brackets from the slide rail assemblies.

1. Unpack the slide rails.
2. Locate the slide rail lock at the front of one of the slide rail assemblies.
3. Squeeze and hold the tabs (1) at the top and bottom of the lock while you pull the mounting bracket out of the slide rail assembly until it reaches the stop.
   
4. Push the mounting bracket release button toward the front of the mounting bracket (2) and simultaneously withdraw the mounting bracket from the slide rail assembly.
5. Repeat for the remaining slide rail assembly.

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