SodaStream Source Microchip Replacement

Written By: Angela Mossgrove (and 3 other contributors)

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Difficulty

Moderate

Steps

Time Required

20 - 30 minutes

Introduction

The SodaStream Source is battery operated. But If you are experiencing trouble with yourdevice, and you have replaced the battery, it could be the microchip needs to be replaced. This guide will assist you in removing the carbonation block to access the microchip and replace it.

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Step 1 SodaStream Source External Disassembly

Remove the soda bottle and the CO2 canister from the machine.

Remove the soda bottle and the CO2 canister from the machine.

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Step 2

Remove the four 17.8 mm screw from the bottom metal base using a Phillips #1 screwdriver.

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Phillips #1 Screwdriver

$8.99

Remove the four 17.8 mm screw from the bottom metal base using a Phillips #1 screwdriver.

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Step 3

Pull the outer cover away from the front of the device.

Pull the outer cover away from the front of the device.

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Step 4

Remove the two 18.2 mm screws from the bottom of the front cover using a Phillips #1 screwdriver.

Tool used on this step:

Phillips #1 Screwdriver

$8.99

Remove the two 18.2 mm screws from the bottom of the front cover using a Phillips #1 screwdriver.

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Step 5

This piece is difficult to remove and requires force. It may help to use a wide, thin object to pry it off (like a Jimmy).

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Jimmy

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Firmly pull the front cover off.
This piece is difficult to remove and requires force. It may help to use a wide, thin object to pry it off (like a Jimmy).

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Step 6 Microchip

Remove the 9.1 mm screw from the microchip.

Remove the 9.1 mm screw from the microchip.

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Step 7

Wedge the plastic spudger between the microchip and the glue dot until the glue pops off.

Wedge the plastic spudger between the microchip and the glue dot until the glue pops off.

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Step 8

Use the spudger to lift the edge of the wire and pull the wire out of the microchip.

Use an ESD tool such as a nylon spudger when working with potentially dangerous electronics.

While reconnecting the wires, you will need a hot glue gun to reattach the wire ends to the new chip.

Tool used on this step:

Spudger

$2.99

Use the spudger to lift the edge of the wire and pull the wire out of the microchip.
Use an ESD tool such as a nylon spudger when working with potentially dangerous electronics.
While reconnecting the wires, you will need a hot glue gun to reattach the wire ends to the new chip.