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How do I replace the battery in my Omnitech gps model #16878?

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I took the entire device apart.
The battery is connected to the PCB (Printed Circuit Board) through a connector.
The battery itself is attached to the back of the casing by
a strip of adhesive tape and 2 or 3 drops of some kind of glue.
Disconnect the battery and the speaker, by unplugging both from
the PCB.
Get a sharp knife and cut the hardened glue drops.
get a flat screw driver and slowly pry the battery form the back half
of the casing.

If you find a replacement battery with higher Ampere Hours, let me know.
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HELLO THERE:
Since Staple's Omnitech GPS has a lithium-ion battery, the compartment should be pretty inaccessible. That is, you'll probably have to take out some screws that you see on the back of the unit. Definitely check out the manual before you try accessing it to avoid breaking something!
ok i hope that this helps best regards michael

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You can download and print the instruction manual in PDF format by clicking this link.

Please note: Adobe PDF Reader is required to view this manual. Click here to download the latest version of Adobe Reader.

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  • Try to press and hold the power button for 15 sec when the unit is off
  • then when the gps on check if it will go thru but if it is not try to press the reset button for 10 sec and then release.
  • if still not work try to charge the battery sometimes the cause of the freezing of the screen is when the unit is low in battery and also check the website if there is a new firmware for your gps if there is download it.


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http://www.gpsreview.net/omnitech-gps-failure/
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