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Handspring Visor Edge Flip Cover Spring Replacement

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  1. Handspring Visor Edge Flip Cover Spring Replacement, Flip Cover: step 1, image 1 of 2 Handspring Visor Edge Flip Cover Spring Replacement, Flip Cover: step 1, image 2 of 2

    • Open the Visor Edge placing the screen and the inner part of the flip cover face down on a flat surface such as a table

    • On the back of the PDA there is a tab connecting the flip cover to the device. Push gently on this tab trying to slide the cover upwards along the surface then lift the pieces apart to fully detach them

    • Do not pull or tug on the flip cover in an attempt to remove it from the PDA this can result in the cover snapping causing damage to the device

    • To reassemble push the downward on the flip cover where there is an indent on the PDA indicating where the pieces connect. Finally, push the cover until it snaps into place.

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  2. Handspring Visor Edge Flip Cover Spring Replacement, Flip Cover Spring: step 2, image 1 of 1

    • Once flip cover is removed, turn over and remove the four 3.9 mm screws connecting the hinge.

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  4. Handspring Visor Edge Flip Cover Spring Replacement: step 3, image 1 of 2 Handspring Visor Edge Flip Cover Spring Replacement: step 3, image 2 of 2

    • Gently pull away the plastic hinge from the cover.

    • Be careful to pull out evenly and not bend the plastic, as it can crack.The spring may also shoot out if it is not pulled out evenly.

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  5. Handspring Visor Edge Flip Cover Spring Replacement: step 4, image 1 of 1

    • Turn the hinge piece on its side or use a screwdriver to pull out the spring.

    • Reinsert new spring.

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Conclusion

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

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