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Handset Replacement

Prerequisite Only
This is a prerequisite-only guide! This guide is part of another procedure and isn’t meant to be used alone.

Introduction

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What you need

    1. Handset Replacement, Battery: step 1, image 1 of 2 Handset Replacement, Battery: step 1, image 2 of 2

      • Remove the battery cover by placing your thumb on the cover and gently push towards the base of the phone.

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    2. Handset Replacement: step 2, image 1 of 1

      • Remove the rechargeable battery pack (BP-T18) by pressing down on the power cable connector and pulling at the same time.

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    1. Handset Replacement, Handset: step 3, image 1 of 1

      • After removing the BP-T18 battery pack, you will see two 11mm Phillips #0 screws located at the bottom of the phone. Remove both screws with a screwdriver.

      • Product is made of brittle plastic.

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    2. Handset Replacement: step 4, image 1 of 2 Handset Replacement: step 4, image 2 of 2

      • Locate an easy point of access for a spudger, and then slowly insert it into the gap and pry it open.

      • The opening should become bigger if you exert force at a 30 degrees angle.

      • Increase the degree of slant until the back cover is completely removed.

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    3. Handset Replacement: step 5, image 1 of 2 Handset Replacement: step 5, image 2 of 2

      • After removing the back cover, you will see 3 screws: one 7mm Phillips #0 screw at the top and two 11mm Phillips #0 screws at the bottom.

      • Use a screwdriver to remove all 3 screws.

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Conclusion

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

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