Introduction: How to Clean Gameboy Pocket.
Hi this guide will explain how to disassemble and clean your gameboy pocket.
Its very simple and easy.
NOTICE: I in no way own Pokemon, Gameboy, or any other trademarks . Those are all property of Nintendo, Game Freak.
I am also not responsible for any damage or injury which may occur while attempting this.
Proceed at your own risk.
Its very simple and easy.
NOTICE: I in no way own Pokemon, Gameboy, or any other trademarks . Those are all property of Nintendo, Game Freak.
I am also not responsible for any damage or injury which may occur while attempting this.
Proceed at your own risk.
Step 1: Materials
You will need:
-Cotton swab
-Old toothbrush
-Precision screwdriver:
Phillips #00
Screwdriver 1.5mm or Trigram scredriver
-Pen eraser,not in photo(http://www.aliexpress.com/item-img/Faber-castell-7016-40-fountain-pen-eraser-pen-fountain-pen-ballpoint-pen-sand-rubber/735798383.html)
-Bottle cap .
-Cotton swab
-Old toothbrush
-Precision screwdriver:
Phillips #00
Screwdriver 1.5mm or Trigram scredriver
-Pen eraser,not in photo(http://www.aliexpress.com/item-img/Faber-castell-7016-40-fountain-pen-eraser-pen-fountain-pen-ballpoint-pen-sand-rubber/735798383.html)
-Bottle cap .
Step 2: Unscrew.
Remove the first 6 screws of the back and put them in the bottle cap .
Then carefully separate the gameboy.
Now in the back part remove the metal plate and place the 4 screws in some safe place.
With the help of the screwdriver apply some pressure in the battery metal plate.Be very gentle.
Then carefully separate the gameboy.
Now in the back part remove the metal plate and place the 4 screws in some safe place.
With the help of the screwdriver apply some pressure in the battery metal plate.Be very gentle.
Step 3: Front.
Be carefull with the cable,press the white thing until you feel its loose then remove the cable.
Remove the screws.And clean with the cotton swab the speaker.
Remove the screws.And clean with the cotton swab the speaker.
Step 4: Bath Time!!
Scrub every gunk in the back with the aid of the toothbrush.Be carefull with the membranes.
Use medium hot water with a little of detergent of dishes.
Then dry every cornerwith a towel ,DO NOT USE A HAIR DRYER.
Front side water+cotton swab+Patience=Sucess
Use medium hot water with a little of detergent of dishes.
Then dry every cornerwith a towel ,DO NOT USE A HAIR DRYER.
Front side water+cotton swab+Patience=Sucess
Step 5: Contacts
I only used a pen eraser ,its very effective.Dont scratch the contacts with abrasive stuff you migh damage them.
Step 6: Everything Back to the Place.
Everything back to the place.
Step 7: Test
Lets test out with a game.Use 2 AAA battery.If you dont see anything try the contrast button.Hope you liked!