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Author Topic: replacing AV switch on a obsidian saber ??  (Read 964 times)
Chainmale75
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« on: May 10, 2012, 03:44:13 PM »
I'm having some AV switch issues, and was pondering replacing it myself. ( pretty sure the 90day is up ) but I was wondering how involved is it ?

1) Are the wires soldered in or are they clip type connectors and silicon-ed in for stability ? 

2) Would I have to disassemble the whole saber, or is there a easier way to get to just the switch ?

3) What tools might I need to do this ?

Any guidance would be appreciated, and my apologies for the semi noob question.
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« Reply #1 on: May 10, 2012, 04:09:09 PM »
I have studied this but I have not tried it.  I am pretty sure the wires are soldered in place.  I believe the switch is press fitted.  I would suggest trying a long screwdriver to push from the inside or use a pair of pliers to pull from the outside.  Once the switch is dislodged, you should be able to install another one. 

Some problems I see with my method are:

1.  The screw driver could damage the Obsidian or break the battery pack.
2.  The pliers could scratch the hilt.
3.  I do not know how to get more silicon behind the switch. 

It is all up to you.  If I were going to attempt to do it myself, I would email them and see what recommendations they have.  It might be easier for you to send it back to them for repair. 
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« Reply #2 on: May 13, 2012, 03:40:06 AM »
generally, for US to replace the switches it is best to remove everything. it can take a lot of prying and pulling to get them out depending how much silicon they use on it.
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« Reply #3 on: May 13, 2012, 04:16:05 AM »
yeah, I said screw it and sent Deep a E-mail.  I'm not taking any chances.  Wink
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« Reply #4 on: May 13, 2012, 05:09:41 PM »
Just be sure that you're new switch Is resistored correctly, otherwise the switch LED will blow and then you're right back where you started Tongue
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