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Lenovo IdeaPad U300e
FRU replacement notices
This section presents notices related to removing and replacing parts. Read
this section carefully before replacing any FRU.
Screw notices
Loose screws can cause a reliability problem. In the Lenovo IdeaPad computer,
this problem is addressed with special nylon-coated screws that have the
following characteristics:
They maintain tight connections.
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They do not easily come loose, even with shock or vibration.
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They are harder to tighten.
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Each one should be used only once.
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Do the following when you service this machine:
Keep the screw kit in your tool bag.
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Always use new screws.
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Use a torque screwdriver if you have one.
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Tighten screws as follows:
Plastic to plastic
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Turn an additional 90° after the screw head touches the surface of the
plastic part:
more than 90°
(Cross-section)
Logic card to plastic
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Turn an additional 180° after the screw head touches the surface of the
logic card:
more than 180°
(Cross-section)
Torque driver
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If you have a torque screwdriver , refer to the “Torque” column for each step.
Make sure that you use the correct screws. If you have a torque screwdriver,
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tighten all screws firmly to the torque shown in the table.
Never use a
screw that you removed. Use a new one. Make sure that all screws are
tightened firmly.
Ensure torque screwdrivers are calibrated correctly following country
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specifications.
