Removing old heater pads

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Fig 1: Identifying Handheld Heater & Heater Pad

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Carefully heat the old heater pad to remove it.

Fig 2: Identifying Precaution To Prevent Damage To Foam Filling

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CAUTION:
Ensure that the foam filling is not damaged when removing the heater pad. Ensure that the pad is detached from the foam filling. This is to avoid function problems when installing the new heater pad.
NOTE:
Damaged foam filling must be replaced. This to guarantee function. This also applies to damage caused by cracks in the seat back and seat frame.