My battery exploded &amp; i took remote apart to clean it. Ended up losing the small machine screws. Anyone know the size of the 4 machine screws?
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What screws you talking about? I have one remote control which the sound mute button pop out and lost. Because of that I bought another one. If you email me your address I am going to send you my old one you could use it as spare parts.
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I had the same issue. I am going to try to use a different five prong screwdriver to unscrew the battery. Good Luck!
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I have no idea how to replace a lost remote, but I need another remote also. I dropped mine and now I can't recharge it because the internal plug broke loose. If you find out how to get another remote let me know.
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Shoot, I feel dumb. Disregard my last answer. I was trying to unscrew the wrong screw. I had not unfolded the fan yet so the only screw that showed was the wrong one. Once you unfold the battery compartment from the fan, you will see the correct screw and it is much easier to take out.
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In measuring my Empire Quality Replacement battery, I came up with 2 1/8" L x 1/4" H x 1/4"W. I use this battery (Model #: CS-MX810RC; Part #: 11N09T; Capacity: 1050mAh / 3.8 Wh; Volts: 3.7V) for my Universal MX-950 remote. I hope this information helps you with your decision.
774270
Mine needed new batteries. After that it worked fine. But the screw stripped out the threading and I just threw it in the trash.
1624127
I had the same problem the screw was stripped that held the battery so no connection. I returned it!
115407
The Phillips screw driver included with this kit is much too hefty [big] for the battery cover screw you are referring to. Suggest, eyeglass repair type Phillips screw driver.John
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Depends on what broke, I took mine apart and fixed a broken switch. One bad thing about these things, hard to get parts. Also battery went bad so I will have to somehow put a different one in.
17489
The remote does have a battery in it. It's not a standard size, but I would try changing that.
213592
There are four small Phillips head screws that need to be removed. It can be frustrating to make sure that everything is assembled correctly after replacing the batteries, but it is possible to do so and should not take more than about 5 minutes.
727750
Replacement the battery in remote. If that does not work contact viper or a service center.
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I removed the battery (it's a Sony US14500VR2) myself using only kitchen utensils :-) I used a butter knife to open the unit (twist it like you mean it, but be gentle), and a pointy knife to separate the battery from the tabs that are soldered to the circuit board. No need to de-solder anything -- be careful not to damage the circuit board!I inserted the tip of the knife in the middle of where the tab is soldered to the battery, and gently separated the battery and the tab by wiggling the knife and tapping it with the back of a heavy screw driver. Once you get the battery out, replace it with something better (e.g. "Tenergy Li-Ion 14500 Cylindrical Rechargeable AA size 3.7V 800mAh"). I removed the battery (it's a Sony US14500VR2) myself using only kitchen utensils :-) I used a butter knife to open the unit (twist it like you mean it, but be gentle), and a pointy knife to separate the battery from the tabs that are soldered to the circuit board. No need to de-solder anything -- be careful not to damage the circuit board!I inserted the tip of the knife in the middle of where the tab is soldered to the battery, and gently separated the battery and the tab by wiggling the knife and tapping it with the back of a heavy screw driver. Once you get the battery out, replace... » Read More I removed the battery (it's a Sony US14500VR2) myself using only kitchen utensils :-) I used a butter knife to open the unit (twist it like you mean it, but be gentle), and a pointy knife to separate the battery from the tabs that are soldered to the circuit board. No need to de-solder anything -- be careful not to damage the circuit board!I inserted the tip of the knife in the middle of where the tab is soldered to the battery, and gently separated the battery and the tab by wiggling the knife and tapping it with the back of a heavy screw driver. Once you get the battery out, replace it with something better (e.g. "Tenergy Li-Ion 14500 Cylindrical Rechargeable AA size 3.7V 800mAh"). « Show Less
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I had the same problem. Swollen battery and I couldn't get it to budge. A google search that worked for me was to take a drill with a skinny bit and drill down into the battery, making sure you only drill down half way through the battery. Remove the drill. Use a hex key small enough to insert into the hole you made, or a skinny nail. I had the wife hold onto the remote and I took a hammer and started tapping on the hex key until the battery eventually pride out. I did slide a metal nail file under the battery to provide the lift needed to remove the batter from the compartment as it is sunken down in the remote. I ordered a replacement batter here for around 18 bucks. Hope this is helpful. I had the same problem. Swollen battery and I couldn't get it to budge. A google search that worked for me was to take a drill with a skinny bit and drill down into the battery, making sure you only drill down half way through the battery. Remove the drill. Use a hex key small enough to insert into the hole you made, or a skinny nail. I had the wife hold onto the remote and I took a hammer and started tapping on the hex key until the battery eventually pride out. I did slide a metal nail file under the battery to provide the lift needed to remove the batter from the compartment as it is... » Read More I had the same problem. Swollen battery and I couldn't get it to budge. A google search that worked for me was to take a drill with a skinny bit and drill down into the battery, making sure you only drill down half way through the battery. Remove the drill. Use a hex key small enough to insert into the hole you made, or a skinny nail. I had the wife hold onto the remote and I took a hammer and started tapping on the hex key until the battery eventually pride out. I did slide a metal nail file under the battery to provide the lift needed to remove the batter from the compartment as it is sunken down in the remote. I ordered a replacement batter here for around 18 bucks. Hope this is helpful. « Show Less
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No , Just the Battery , no screws . ( How did you remove the screws , did you use the " Y " # 2 Tri wing driver )
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I havent had to replace it, but yes, it should be easy. The remote cover has 2 small phillips screws, and its one of htose flat batteries.
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My son-in-law found the Philips-head screw and repaired my Gizmo. We had a bit of time getting the wires in correctly, but it works like new now, and I' so glad to get it back. It surely was worth investing in a new battery! lrumom54