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Correct method:

Two pieces of equipment are needed. A small wattage soldering iron and a de

soldering tool. Heat the junction point up until the solder melts. Use the de

soldering tool to remove the melted solder. Do the same thing to the other side

of the capacitor by heating and removing the solder. The capacitor should now

pull away from the PC board.

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Lazy method:

--One piece of equipment is needed. A small wire cutter.

-- Select one end/side of the capacitor. Position the jaws of the tool on

either side of the wire emerging from it. Then cut.

-- Position the jaws of the tool on either side of the intact wire emerging

from the opposite end/side of the capacitor. Then cut.

-- The capacitor should now pull free of the terminal strip or printed board.

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