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Sony M-430 Microcassette-Corder Back Cover Replacement

Introduction

It is vital to take the back cover off in order to replace any of the internal pieces of the device.

What you need

  1. Sony M-430 Microcassette-Corder Back Cover Replacement, Battery: step 1, image 1 of 1

    • Find the arrow on the battery cover on the back of the device.

    • While pressing down on the arrow, slide the cover towards the bottom of the recorder until it clicks.

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  2. Sony M-430 Microcassette-Corder Back Cover Replacement: step 2, image 1 of 2 Sony M-430 Microcassette-Corder Back Cover Replacement: step 2, image 2 of 2

    • Lift the cover and remove the batteries.

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  4. Sony M-430 Microcassette-Corder Back Cover Replacement, Back Cover: step 3, image 1 of 2 Sony M-430 Microcassette-Corder Back Cover Replacement, Back Cover: step 3, image 2 of 2

    • Remove the battery cover by first tilting it so it is at a right angle with the rest of the device.

    • Next, twist it to the side as shown in the second picture. The lid should simply snap off.

    • Be careful not to apply too much force, as the lid may break.

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  5. Sony M-430 Microcassette-Corder Back Cover Replacement: step 4, image 1 of 2 Sony M-430 Microcassette-Corder Back Cover Replacement: step 4, image 2 of 2

    • Use a #00 Phillips head screwdriver to remove the four (1.7x16 mm) screws from the back case.

    • Next, use the same screwdriver to unscrew the (1.7X5 mm) screw, which is located inside the battery compartment.

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  6. Sony M-430 Microcassette-Corder Back Cover Replacement: step 5, image 1 of 1

    • Use a spudger to push in the two tabs located on the bottom of the device.

    • It works best to push the tabs at an upward angle (towards the top of the battery compartment)

    • It may take a decent amount of force in order to push in the tabs.

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  7. Sony M-430 Microcassette-Corder Back Cover Replacement: step 6, image 1 of 1

    • With a firm grip on the larger half, remove the back cover by lifting first on the battery area.

    • The back cover should lift cleanly off.

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Conclusion

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

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