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Philips Norelco BeardTrimmer 3100 Zoom Lock Precision Notch Replacement

Introduction

If the beard comb does not move, there may be a problem with the inside of the zoom lock ring, and the zoom lock precision notch may need to be replaced. Follow this guide to replace the zoom lock precision notch.

What you need

  1. Philips Norelco BeardTrimmer 3100 Zoom Lock Precision Notch Replacement, Front and Back Panels: step 1, image 1 of 1

    • Remove the comb from the top of the trimmer.

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  2. Philips Norelco BeardTrimmer 3100 Zoom Lock Precision Notch Replacement: step 2, image 1 of 2 Philips Norelco BeardTrimmer 3100 Zoom Lock Precision Notch Replacement: step 2, image 2 of 2

    • Place your thumb underneath the blade and push upward to remove it.

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  3. Philips Norelco BeardTrimmer 3100 Zoom Lock Precision Notch Replacement: step 3, image 1 of 2 Philips Norelco BeardTrimmer 3100 Zoom Lock Precision Notch Replacement: step 3, image 2 of 2

    • Hold trimmer towards you as shown in the diagram.

    • Insert your prying tool/metal spudger into the marked area.

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  4. Philips Norelco BeardTrimmer 3100 Zoom Lock Precision Notch Replacement: step 4, image 1 of 3 Philips Norelco BeardTrimmer 3100 Zoom Lock Precision Notch Replacement: step 4, image 2 of 3 Philips Norelco BeardTrimmer 3100 Zoom Lock Precision Notch Replacement: step 4, image 3 of 3

    • Apply gentle pressure and begin prying open the back panel.

    • Separate the panel one notch at a time. Listen carefully as you're prying the panel apart and notice each individual notch release.

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  6. Philips Norelco BeardTrimmer 3100 Zoom Lock Precision Notch Replacement: step 5, image 1 of 3 Philips Norelco BeardTrimmer 3100 Zoom Lock Precision Notch Replacement: step 5, image 2 of 3 Philips Norelco BeardTrimmer 3100 Zoom Lock Precision Notch Replacement: step 5, image 3 of 3

    • Pull the trimmer apart using your hands once the panel is at least halfway apart.

    • Pull the wires attached to the battery off of the power connectors before completely removing the back panel.

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  7. Philips Norelco BeardTrimmer 3100 Zoom Lock Precision Notch Replacement: step 6, image 1 of 2 Philips Norelco BeardTrimmer 3100 Zoom Lock Precision Notch Replacement: step 6, image 2 of 2

    • Hold the trimmer towards you.

    • Place the metal spudger tool in the marked area.

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  8. Philips Norelco BeardTrimmer 3100 Zoom Lock Precision Notch Replacement: step 7, image 1 of 1

    • Apply gentle pressure and begin prying the front panel.

    • Separate the front panel one notch at a time.

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  9. Philips Norelco BeardTrimmer 3100 Zoom Lock Precision Notch Replacement: step 8, image 1 of 2 Philips Norelco BeardTrimmer 3100 Zoom Lock Precision Notch Replacement: step 8, image 2 of 2

    • Pull the trimmer apart using your hands once the panel is at least halfway apart.

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  10. Philips Norelco BeardTrimmer 3100 Zoom Lock Precision Notch Replacement, Zoom Lock Precision Notch: step 9, image 1 of 1

    • Locate the zoom lock precision notch in the back panel of the Beardtrimmer

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  11. Philips Norelco BeardTrimmer 3100 Zoom Lock Precision Notch Replacement: step 10, image 1 of 1

    • Set the zoom lock wheel to the lowest setting

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  12. Philips Norelco BeardTrimmer 3100 Zoom Lock Precision Notch Replacement: step 11, image 1 of 2 Philips Norelco BeardTrimmer 3100 Zoom Lock Precision Notch Replacement: step 11, image 2 of 2

    • Rotate the trimmer so that the motor is facing you.

    • Now gently push down the zoom lock wheel until the white button is not showing.

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  13. Philips Norelco BeardTrimmer 3100 Zoom Lock Precision Notch Replacement: step 12, image 1 of 3 Philips Norelco BeardTrimmer 3100 Zoom Lock Precision Notch Replacement: step 12, image 2 of 3 Philips Norelco BeardTrimmer 3100 Zoom Lock Precision Notch Replacement: step 12, image 3 of 3

    • Rotate the beardtrimmer again so that the battery is facing you.

    • With the help of the metal spudger, apply gentle pressure on top of the wheel to remove the zoom lock precision notch .

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Conclusion

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

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