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Clie Battery Installation Guide

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The instructions below come with no warranty or guarantee, improper assembly or use of excessive force may result in damage to the parts involved or to your PDA/Mp3 Player. By utilizing these instructions, you agree to hold Laptops For Less blameless and unaccountable for damages or problems caused by use of these instructions. These instruction require a moderate level of technical ability and proficiency in the use of hand tools, as well as a general understanding of electronic components. Buyer assumes full responsibility for the installation of this replacement battery.

Step 1:

Using the included screwdriver, remove the five screws from the PDA case.

 

 Step 2:

Using the included screwdriver, remove the three screws from the PDA scroll wheel cover.

 

 Step 3:

Once the screws are removed, use you finger to carefully lift and remove the scroll wheel cover and the back case from the rest of the PDA.

 

 Step 4:

Using the included screwdriver, remove the two screws from the motherboard. Removing these screws will give you access to the battery.

 

 Step 5:

Using your finger, lift the piece of black tape covering the ribbon cable and power cable connections.

 

 Step 6:

Disconnect the black and red battery power cable by carefully pulling the connector away from its socket. Disconnect the ribbon cable by popping off the ribbon connector clamp. You can remove this clamp by carefully lifting it upwards. The ribbon cable can now be easily removed from its socket.

Step 7:

Carefully lift the green motherboard just enough to allow you to remove the battery. The battery should be connected by a small amount of glue. You can use the tip of a screwdriver to work the battery away from the glue.

*Note: On some models the ribbon cable is threaded through a small plastic piece attached to the top of the battery. This piece is not necessary and is not included.

To insert the new battery, line up the power cable connector with the power socket. Use the your finger to push the connector into the socket. Apply the new battery on the case within the guide brackets. The battery should stick to the original glue spots. Please pay attention to have the original orientation (connector towards the bottom of the Clie).

Follow the steps above in reverse order for re-assembly. Be sure to put back all the screws you have removed.

Your new battery will need a minimum of three hours of charging before first use.
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