The following procedure provides instructions for the removal and installation of the battery in THRiVE 10" tablets. The battery in THRiVE 7" tablets is NOT removable.

REMOVING THE BATTERY

NOTE: Remove the SD™ Card from the SD™ Card slot. The SD™ Card slot must be empty when removing the battery from the device.

1. Turn the tablet’s power off and remove all cables and peripherals that are connected to the device.
2. Turn the tablet upside down and slide the cover lock to the unlocked position.
   
3. Slide your finger under the cover recess (speaker area) and first lift up the corner closest to the lock.
4. Lift up and gently remove the cover.
   
5. Slide the battery release lock to the unlocked position.
   
6. Slide and hold the battery release latch to disengage the battery with one hand, then using the other hand, lift up from the center to remove the battery from the tablet.
   

WARNING: If the battery is leaking or its case is cracked, put on protective gloves to handle it, and discard it immediately. Always dispose of used batteries in compliance with all applicable laws and regulations.

INSTALLING THE BATTERY

1. Wipe the connectors of the charged battery with a clean cloth to ensure a good connection.
2. With the label side of the battery facing down, line up the connector of the battery with that of the tablet, and then gently insert the battery into the tablet at the angle of approximately 30 degrees.
   
3. Seat the battery securely in place and slide the battery lock to the locked position.
   
   CAUTION: If the battery does not slide into the slot easily, move the battery release lock to the unlocked position and try again. Do not force the battery into position.
    
4. Seat the back cover in place, and then slide the cover lock to the locked position.
   
5. Turn the device right side up.
6. Reconnect any cables that were removed.
7. Restart the device.