This carbon brush is an authentic DeWalt replacement part. It is sold individually, 2 are needed to make a set • Worn brushes are frequently the cause of a poorly running motor. • Replacing brushes can fix an intermittently operating motor. • New brushes can restore a motor's electric braking. Carbon motor brushes are one of the most commonly replaced power tool parts. The reason is that carbon brushes are wear items, meaning that through friction and use they will gradually wear away and eventually will need replacing. Worn brushes are a common causes of intermittent motor function, reduced electric braking and reduced motor power. A worn-out brush will often be worn down near to the wire lead and can be cracked, pitted, or burned. When replacing carbon brushes, also check your armature for burns, cracks, or other damage which are indications of a larger motor problem needing attention.
Remove the screws from the back handle cover, and remove the cover. Remove the terminals from the brush holder. Remove the screw holding the brush holder, remove the brush holder, the worn brush will come out. Screw in the new brush holder. Then lift the brush spring from inside of the brush holder and place the new brush in the holder an
... Read mored place the spring behind it. Connect the terminal to the brush holder. Repeat for the other side. Replace the back handle cover. And you\'re done.
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1/2 drill, I thought I burned up smoke was coming out and burned smell
Remove screws from handle and separate halves to access trigger mechanism and brush holders. Remove brushes.
Remove case screws and separate case at motor and gearbox joint. Be mindful of shims on ends of gear shafts. They need to stay in place.
The armature will now slide out of the case with a little effort. Rear bearing h
... Read moreas a rubber coating that will cause some drag for the first half inch or so.
The old bearings can be removed from the armature and installed on the new part with the proper puller however if your drill is heavily used or you do not have a puller it may be best to install new bearings with the new armature. The nose end bearing may be stuck in the plate that serves as the rear of the gearcase. It is just a snug fit and should come out with a few light taps.
Reassemble in reverse order and enjoy.
1. Removed back handle cover.
2. Unscrewed brush holder.
3. Pulled the holder out with wires attached.
4. Installed new brushes into new holders.
5. Swapped wires over to new holder.
6. Installed new holder into drill while lifting the brush.
7. Repeat for the other side holder.
8. Reinstall back
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1. Removed back of handle.
2. Pried up retaining springs for brushes.
3. Removed old brushes and allowed retaining springs to return to holding position.
4. Replaced back of handle
Dismantled the handle and rthe ear case of the drill to access the motor/armature. Used a screwdriver and pliers to pull back the brush contact springs and remove the brushes. Cleaned commutator surfaces. Replaced brushes and reattached rear case and handle. Done.
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Right brush holder at some time had gotten hot and melted causing brush to cant which caused excessive arcing and intermittent starts.
Removed back of pistol grip after taking out 4 Phillips screws. Removed 1 screw retaining brush holder and removed it and brush. Installed new one in reverse order paying attention to wire connections. Installed back of pistol grip and after a short period of run time the brushes seated properly and all problems solved
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This part works with the following models:
ERP Number: ERP10167153
Manufacturer Part Number: 176846-04
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