HKC P886A Status LED Replacement

Insert the flat tip of the metal spudger into the seam between the back panel and the screen.

Slide the spudger across the perimeter of the device and gently pry apart at each corner.

After the pressure clamps are released orient the device so that the speaker is to the right and the screen is tilted away from you.

Locate the shorter ribbon cable and the black pressure tabs that hold the ribbon cable in place.

Use the plastic spudger to gently slide the tabs about 2mm away from connector.

Locate the longer ribbon cable and the pressure clamp that holds the cable in the connection port.

Using the plastic spudger, flip the black locking clip up.

Once the clip is unlocked, the cable should slide out without resistance

Gently grasp the foam ring with pliers and pull upwards to release the adhesive on the bottom of the ring.

Using a soldering iron apply heat to the connection point between the LED and PCB.

When the solder is heated sufficiently (turns liquid and shiny) remove the LED lead with tweezers.

Repeat for other connection point.

Using a soldering iron apply heat to the connection point where the LED connects to the PCB.

When the solder is heated sufficiently (turns liquid and shiny) insert the LED lead with tweezers. If necessary add additional solder to ensure a solid electrical connection.

Repeat for the other connection point.

Position the new LED in the same position as the old LED.

Using tweezers or finger, replace the circular foam ring around the new LED.