Introduction
This guide will walk you through disassembling the LokLik Crafter to replace components like the Mainboard, Stepper Motors, or other electronics hidden under the cover.
Important Notes
- Plastic Clips: The LokLik Crafter is held together with many clips. Be careful when prying apart the panels to avoid cracking the plastic cover.
- Avoid Metallic Tools: Using metallic tools to undo clips may scratch the frame or increase the risk of cracking the plastic. Use plastic tools instead for safety.
Tools needed
Phillips Screwdriver: Minimum of 75mm length with a shaft diameter of 40-45mm.
Prying Tool: For safely separating the plastic panels.
Step 1 Removing the "Handle" Like plastic detail
Insert two prying tools on either side of the long edge of the handle. The ideal location is the middle, as the clips are positioned 10mm before the arch.
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Gently press the prying tools inward and pull the handle up.
Step 2 Removing the top plastic cover
Similar to Step 1, start by undoing the clips.
Insert a prying tool between the top cover and the main body.
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Pry the cover up gently, clip by clip, to avoid cracking the plastic.
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Note
The clip pattern is symmetrical, so the right-side clips are positioned the same as the left-side ones.
Step 3 Remove the Phillips head Screws
Locate and remove the screw inside the designated hole.
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Step 4 Remove the 4 Chassis screws
Flip the machine to access the underside.
Remove the rubber feet to expose the screws.
Unscrew the Phillips head screws.
Note
One screw, a machine screw, fastens into the metal chassis. This screw is located here:
Step 5 Removing the Main body
Lift the left side of the main body and pull it in the specified direction.
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Disconnect the cable connecting the button board.
Note
The glue used for these connector is very strong and might need to be cut to not damage the connector.
Please ensure you are not cutting into the connector or the cable. (For this a pair nippers can be used)
Once this is completed you will be able to see the insides off the machine:
Step 6 Remove Chassis Screws
Remove the screws holding the chassis to the bottom cover. This reveals the mainboard beneath.
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Right side:
Left Side:
Lay the machine on its back to access the last eight screws securing the bottom cover.
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Step 7 Remove the Bottom Cover
The power and USB PCB are attached to the bottom cover. Disconnect the wire from the connector.
Note
Instead of pulling the cable directly, unscrew the connector as the glue may be tough to remove.
Once the bottom cover is off, you'll have access to the mainboard. Which is also the last part.
