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Finish Nailer Repair - Replacing the Driver Guide (Ridgid Part # 79004001022)

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Finish Nailer Repair - Replacing the Driver Guide (Ridgid Part # 79004001022)

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Quick Fix: How to Replace the Belt on a DeWalt DW708 Miter Saw

Finish Nailer Repair - Replacing the Driver Guide (Ridgid Part # 79004001022)

If your miter saw's belt fails, it won't run. When this happens, you will need to replace the belt. Luckily, this is an easy repair that will save you lots of money compared to a repair shop--all you need is a Phillips-head screwdriver.

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Replacing the Belt

1. Remove the belt cover

Remove the screw that secures the belt cover, then remove the belt cover.

2. Remove the belt

To remove the belt, pull out on it as you rotate it around both pulleys. This can take a few minutes, but it should slowly work its way off the pulleys.

3. Install the new belt

Wrap the belt around the edge of one pulley. Then wrap it around the second pulley and push in on it as you rotate it around the pulleys.

4. Replace the belt cover

Replace the belt cover and tighten the screw to finalize the repair.

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