Logitech MX Vertical Feet Replacement

Escrito Por: Carsten Frauenheim

Dificuldade

Moderate

Passos

Tempo necessário

10 - 30 minutes

Introdução

Use this guide remove and replace worn out mouse feet (also called skates or pads) on the bottom of a Logitech MX Vertical wireless mouse.

If thoroughly heated, the mouse feet can be cleanly removed, but you may need replacement feet if one rips or some of its adhesive is left behind.

The mouse's unique shape prevents it from laying flat. If you need to, lay it down on a soft towel to prevent wobble.

If you're planning to reuse your existing mouse feet, the adhesive needs to be thoroughly heated for them to be cleanly removed.
Heat an iOpener and apply it to the feet on the mouse's underside for two minutes.
Alternatively, you can use a hair dryer on the Low heat setting to soften the adhesive.
If you're using a hair dryer, only heat the feet a few seconds at a time or you might warp the plastic shell.

Insert one arm of a pair of angled tweezers underneath the end of one foot.
Grip the foot and begin to peel it away from the bottom of the mouse.
Peel slowly, making sure the foot and its adhesive are removed in one piece.
The foot should come away from the mouse without the need for much force. If it feels stuck, apply more heat and try again.

Repeat the process to remove the other foot.
To install a new foot:
If any of the feet got damaged during removal or separated from their adhesive pads, replace them.
Use a spudger to carefully scrape up and remove any remaining adhesive bits.
Use isopropyl alcohol and a microfiber cloth to thoroughly clean all adhesive residue from the foot recesses. Allow the surface to completely dry.
Remove the feet from their backing and firmly press them into place.