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| [title] Coating information | |
| [* icon_note] The ***entire*** surface of the eReader's internals is covered in a thin, plastic-like waterproof coating. Keep the following in mind as you continue disassembly: | |
| [* icon_caution] ***While this won't hurt your device***, removing the coating compromises the device to potential water damage. | |
| [* black] The coating is brittle and can flake into many small pieces. Heating the coating helps, but working with it is still a time-consuming process. | |
| - | [* red] The ZIF connector locking tabs are coated in a gel that can jam the hinge and keep the locking tab from completely unlocking. Make sure the tabs are completely upright before disconnecting any cables. |
| - | [* black] Depending on your repair, you might have to remove the coating from |
| + | [* red] The [guide|25629|ZIF connector|stepid=64969|new_window=true] locking tabs are coated in a gel that can jam the hinge and keep the locking tab from completely unlocking. Make sure the tabs are completely upright before disconnecting any cables. |
| + | [* black] Depending on your repair, you might have to remove the coating completely from the connectors and their cables. |