Introduction
The purpose of this guide is to communicate steps on how to replace or repair the power switch on a ColecoVision.
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Flip the ColecoVision over with the pegs facing the ceiling.
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Remove the eight 15mm screws holding the bottom of the ColecoVision in place using the Phillips #1 screwdriver.
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Carefully remove the bottom of the ColecoVision out of the top.
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I would recommend running a metal spudger along the rim of the case to remove the bottom.
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Using a Phillips #1 screwdriver, remove the two 15mm screws on the motherboard.
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Pull the entire motherboard towards the back of the system and carefully lift the entire motherboard.
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Flip the motherboard over.
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Using a soldering iron, carefully desolder the power switch from the motherboard.
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Wait for power switch to cool down.
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Turn the motherboard over upright.
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Carefully lift up the power switch to completely remove it from the motherboard.
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To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.
