If it is a dual flush one, there will be one large button and one small one you remove it by pushing and holding down the large button whilst wiggling the smaller one. The smaller one will then pull out with your fingers then remove the bigger one.
There will then be a screw that needs removing before you can remove the outer ring or cistern lid.
Once you have done it you will find it much easier the next time.
Trakoman
April 2009