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Flip Video Ultra USB Spring Replacement

Introduction

This guide will help you replace the USB spring should it need replacement. The only tool needed is the Phillips #1 Screwdriver. It should only take 10 minutes.

What you need

  1. Flip Video Ultra USB Spring Replacement, USB spring: step 1, image 1 of 1

    • Unlock the battery cover by sliding the switch to the unlock position.

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  2. Flip Video Ultra USB Spring Replacement: step 2, image 1 of 1

    • Remove the battery cover by sliding it down the camera.

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    • Remove the batteries

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    • Slide the black upper casing off from the device.

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    • Remove the six 1mm screws from the back and upper casing with the Phillips Head screwdriver.

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  7. Flip Video Ultra USB Spring Replacement: step 6, image 1 of 1

    • Remove the top casing from the bottom to reveal the inner circuit board.

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    • When removing the back panel, the rubber buttons will become loose and likely fall off the board. This is normal and can easily placed back on the board once finished.

    • Remove the six 1mm screws with the 1 Phillips head screwdriver.

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    • Gently separate the circuit board from the casing.

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  10. Flip Video Ultra USB Spring Replacement: step 9, image 1 of 1

    • Using the Phillips head screwdriver, disconnect spring from the plastic nubs.

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Conclusion

To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.

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