Hi,
Got an HP EliteBook 840 G6 with swollen battery. Is it safe to repair on my own? I've replaced non-swollen batteries, SSDs, etc before. I have the [link|https://www.ifixit.com/News/14199/new-54-bit-tool-kit-from-ifixit|iFixit 54 Bit Driver Kit|new_window=true].
Because I can't close the laptop lid, it may be harder to open. I'm also worried the battery is so swollen, I won't be able to get the battery screws out.
My plan is to:
* ***Discharge the battery to 0%*** to reduce potential energy if accidentally punctured, per [link|https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jGUkKi7cfK4|iFixIt video|new_window=true].
* Go outside near non-flammable items
* Wear fire-proof gloves
* Wear eye protection
* Remove the swollen battery and place in a fireproof bag
* Have a large bucket of water ready to extinguish any flames
How risky is this? I like having both hands and not getting burnt
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Hi,
Got an HP EliteBook 840 G6 with swollen battery. Is it safe to repair on my own? I've replaced non-swollen batteries, SSDs, etc before. I have the [link|https://www.ifixit.com/News/14199/new-54-bit-tool-kit-from-ifixit|iFixit 54 Bit Driver Kit|new_window=true].
Because I can't close the laptop lid, it may be harder to open. I'm also worried the battery is so swollen, I won't be able to get the battery screws out.
My plan is to:
* ***Discharge the battery to 0%*** to reduce potential energy if accidentally punctured, per [link|https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jGUkKi7cfK4|iFixIt video|new_window=true].
* Go outside near non-flammable items
* Wear fire-proof gloves
* Wear eye protection
* Remove the swollen battery and place in a fireproof bag
* Have a large bucket of water ready to extinguish any flames
How risky is this? I like having both hands and not getting burnt
[image|2817002]