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Microtek ScanMaker 5900 New Upper Lid Bulbs Replacement

Introduction

This guide shows the owner of the scanner how to replace the two bulbs located in the upper lid of the scanner.

What you need

  1. Microtek ScanMaker 5900 New Upper Lid Bulbs Replacement, Remove serial port connection: step 1, image 1 of 3 Microtek ScanMaker 5900 New Upper Lid Bulbs Replacement, Remove serial port connection: step 1, image 2 of 3 Microtek ScanMaker 5900 New Upper Lid Bulbs Replacement, Remove serial port connection: step 1, image 3 of 3

    • Loosen the screws on the serial port by turning them counter clockwise by hand.

    • After loosening the screws, pull the serial port out.

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  2. Microtek ScanMaker 5900 New Upper Lid Bulbs Replacement, Remove Lid: step 2, image 1 of 3 Microtek ScanMaker 5900 New Upper Lid Bulbs Replacement, Remove Lid: step 2, image 2 of 3 Microtek ScanMaker 5900 New Upper Lid Bulbs Replacement, Remove Lid: step 2, image 3 of 3

    • Lift lid to its vertical position.

    • Pull lid straight up to remove it from the scanner.

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  4. Microtek ScanMaker 5900 New Upper Lid Bulbs Replacement, Remove the protective plastic covering: step 3, image 1 of 3 Microtek ScanMaker 5900 New Upper Lid Bulbs Replacement, Remove the protective plastic covering: step 3, image 2 of 3 Microtek ScanMaker 5900 New Upper Lid Bulbs Replacement, Remove the protective plastic covering: step 3, image 3 of 3
    Tool used on this step:
    Tweezers
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    • Notice that there are two plastic tabs that need to be pushed in to remove the plastic covering.

    • Use tweezers to push these tabs in.

    • Gently pull the plastic covering off of the upper lid.

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  5. Microtek ScanMaker 5900 New Upper Lid Bulbs Replacement, Remove wires from circuit board: step 4, image 1 of 3 Microtek ScanMaker 5900 New Upper Lid Bulbs Replacement, Remove wires from circuit board: step 4, image 2 of 3 Microtek ScanMaker 5900 New Upper Lid Bulbs Replacement, Remove wires from circuit board: step 4, image 3 of 3

    • Grab the plastic wire housing near the serial port.

    • Gently pull and jiggle the wire housing until it comes free from the circuit board.

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  6. Microtek ScanMaker 5900 New Upper Lid Bulbs Replacement, Remove the bulbs: step 5, image 1 of 2 Microtek ScanMaker 5900 New Upper Lid Bulbs Replacement, Remove the bulbs: step 5, image 2 of 2

    • Gently lift up the bulbs and remove the wires from the plastic.

    • After completely freeing the bulbs, buy new ones and replace.

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Conclusion

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

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Taylor Nesheim

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