Introduction
This guide applies to the Anker Soundcore Boom 2 Speaker, model number A3138.
The following replacement guide covers how to remove and replace the waterproof rubber gasket. This part of the device is responsible for protecting the internal technology from water damage.
Signs that it's time to replace the gasket is water getting inside the device causing damage. This can be evident by the device not powering on or having issues with the electronic components.
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Use a metal spudger to gently pry the front panel off of the speaker.
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Start with the top of the panel, pressing in and down on the middle of the top of the panel to release the tab holding it in place.
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Continue around edge of the front panel, releasing each tab until the panel is loose and comes free.
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Use a Phillips head screwdriver to remove the 8 screws surrounding the speaker head on the front facing panel.
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Use a spudger to separate the front facing panel from the rear facing panel.
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Follow the seam all the way around the device, prying gently until a gap appears before moving further along.
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Use a Phillips head screwdriver to remove the 6 screws around the backside of the speaker head.
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Use pliers or tweezers to disconnect the microphone cable and the button wire from the motherboard.
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Use a Phillips head screwdriver to remove the 8 screws from the button panel.
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Carefully slide the button panel out of place.
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With the device pulled apart and the wires to the speaker head and button panel disconnected, remove the gasket from around the edge of the internal compartment.
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To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.
