How do I remove this toaster security screw (pics)?

adaadat · 30 March 2015 at 8:37PM

The toaster keeps tripping the mains fuse, so I need to investigate the cause, but I can't get it open because of the screws.

Anyone know the screwdriver/bit that I need? I think the screw's about 4.5mm and is a smooth dome - a bit like the ones in the 2nd pic.

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wealdroam · 30 March 2015 at 8:57PM

What make and model of toaster?

adaadat · 30 March 2015 at 10:02PM

Russell Hobbs, Model no. 10320. It's white, 4-slice (2 long slots) and has "time out....." on the side.

Mankysteve · 30 March 2015 at 10:30PM

You'll need a security bit of some description not sure the name of that one. Possibly a Bristol.

molerat · 30 March 2015 at 10:36PM

This type but bigger maybe ?

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/3-8mm-Screwdriver-Security-Bit-Tool-for-Nintendo-SNES-N64-GAMEBOY-NES-Game-Carts-/181676149559?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_3&hash=item2a4cbe0b37

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/UK-Security-Screwdriver-Tool-Bit-Gamebit-for-Nintendo-NES-N64-Gameboy-3-8-4-5mm-/371278059772?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_3&hash=item5671e598fc

Can you get long thin pliers down the hole ?

adaadat · 30 March 2015 at 11:33PM

Nothing, except the standard security screwdriver bit sets, come up when I search for "bristol security bit..." I have one of the 100-piece sets, but they're all for screws where you locate the screwdriver bit in the centre, if you get my meaning - not the edge.

The SNES tool looks a bit better. I'll see what else there is.

mttylad · 31 March 2015 at 12:18AM

Look for "System Zero" drivers.
Like http://uk.rs-online.com/web/p/screwdrivers/0516344/

However the cost make it not worth it for a single toaster repair.
In that case can you get anything else into the hole or is it abvle to be grabbed by pliers?

Drilling it out may be your only option, then using a drill extractor.

adaadat · 31 March 2015 at 1:58AM

Thanks.

"System Zero" looks the job, but £20.75 (+P&P) is, as you say, unjustifiable for a single repair.

I'll give the similar-looking ebay SNES Gamecube one a try.

frugalmacdugal · 31 March 2015 at 6:00AM

Hi,

could you maybe cut a bit from the surround, then get a pointed punch into one of the notches and tap it loose.

This kinda thing, maybe something sharper or slimmer.

System · 31 March 2015 at 9:30AM

Have a look at Screwfix there's a security bit set for £4-99.
http://www.screwfix.com/p/security-hss-bit-set-33pcs/96872

DaftyDuck · 31 March 2015 at 9:32AM

Drill the screwhead out. Start with a small bit to make the first hole (which will be difficult, because of the dome), then move up a couple of sizes. Done with care (and if you are searching for the right bit, it sounds like you would take care) you should be able to separate the head from the thread.

Then, once open, remove the thread with pliers, visit your man-draw, and find some suitable bolt to replace it. Preferably one for which you havd yhe bit head!

How do I remove this toaster security screw (pics)?

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