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| Use this guide to safely remove and replace a worn out or dead battery in a Steam Deck OLED. | | ***To minimize risk of damageFor your safety, turn on your Steam Deck and allow the battery to fully dischargedischarge below 5% before starting this procedure.*** A charged lithium-ion polymer battery can be very dangerous if accidentally punctured. [[What to do with a swollen battery|If your battery looks puffy or swollen, take extra precautions.|new_window=true]] | | Remember to follow general [link|https://www.ifixit.com/News/4883/esd-is-not-a-venereal-disease[ESD#Section_Minimize_ESD_Risk|electrostatic discharge (ESD) safety procedures|new_window=true]] while repairing your device. | | | ***Don't reuse the battery after it's been removed, as doing so is a potential safety hazard. Replace it with a new battery.*** | | | You'll need replacement battery adhesive to complete this repair. |
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