Component Removal And Replacement Procedures; Prior To Device Disassembly; Current Battery Warning - Microsoft Surface Laptop 3 Service Manual

Component Removal and Replacement Procedures

Prior to Device Disassembly:

• Before opening the device, always ensure device is powered off and disconnected from a power supply.
• Always ensure that the work surface is covered with an ESD-safe, soft, non-marring material.
• Work surfaces should be cleaned regularly to ensure debris/abrasive particles are not present.
• Check to make sure that general guidelines and ESD compliance steps are followed prior to opening device.
WARNING:
battery from any physical contact or accidental damage whenever C-cover is removed. Ensure corners
of cover are always aligned with the corners of the device while battery is exposed. If battery cover is
misaligned during activities in any way, re-align before continuing activities.
CAUTION:
on the C-cover or within the device enclosure.
IMPORTANT:
rSSD removal disconnects the battery from all device logical components for safety purposes. Refer to
Procedure-Removal (rSSD) section for details.
IMPORTANT:
C-cover FRUs are installed. Refer to Procedure - Installation (rSSD) section for details.
• FRUs removed from a device under repair during the repair process should be stored in ESD-safe bags and
packaged for return in the same packaging and order that the new replacement part came in.

Current Battery Warning

WARNING:
provided on the label.
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It is recommended that an ESD-safe battery cover be placed across the device to protect the
Check C-cover and device enclosure for any loose articles that may be present inadvertently
Remove rSSD (removable Solid-State Drive) whenever C-cover is removed from device.
Whenever the rSSD has been removed, powering on the device requires that the rSSD and
Please note that the battery bears the following warning label. Please heed the information
Battery cannot be easily replaced by user
• Risk of fire or burning - contact Microsoft for assistance
• Do not separate or remove battery from backplate cover
• Do not modify battery, its wiring, or connectors
• Do not replace, short circuit, bend, crush, or puncture battery
• Do not dispose of battery in fire or expose to high temperatures (+140
• For more information: http://aka.ms/surface-security
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