This Rocker switch has 2 terminals and a compact design for easy installation. This genuine DeWalt replacement part is sold individually. rnrnSwitches are commonly replaced parts in power tools. A switch handles on/off and variable speed functions. They also have a role in electric breaking; they can momentarily reverse electrical polarity. Because switches use mechanical internals, they will degrade and wear out over time, eventually requiring replacement. Some common signs of a broken or failing switch are:rn • The tool has completely stopped functioning - it will not turn on.rn • The tool operates intermittently, requiring multiple tries to turn on, until eventually it won't turn on at all.rn • The variable speed function and electric braking aren't working properly.
Removed top cap of sander. Noted where the wires where located on the switch. Removed switch cover. Connected the wires to the new switch. Put switch cover on, then installed new switch and put switch cap on. For the pad. I removed the 3 screws from the old pad, and put the new pad on the sander with the 3 screws.
1. Remove four screws holding the tool top on the body
2. Pull old switch out of holder
3. Remove two wires from old switch
4. Remove rubber dust hood off of old switch
5. Install rubber dust hood and two wires onto new switch
6. Insert new switch into holder and make sure wires aren\'t sticking out
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8. Install four screws
9. You\'re done!
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On off switch has had its mileage, stopped working needing replacement
Checked sander with ohm meter, on /off , switch faulty, split case. removed switch rechecked, faulty as noted..Upon receiving part, I unscrewed both halves of body apart to obtain switch compartment, installing in new switch and seating it back into place, plugged back in according to notations made prior. also cleaned it out with compres
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Switch was \"touchy\", the sanding pad would not hold the sand paper
1. Removed the sanding pad
2. Removed the screws holding the case together
3. Removed the old switch
4. Installed and reconnected the new switch
5. Reassembled the case and screwed it together
6. Installed the new sanding pad.
7. Done.
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On/off was intermittent. While troubleshooting it, I shorted out the control board and damaged it.
1. Unplug from wall.
2. Remove screws from the top cover.
3. Remove 2 wires from on/off connector.
4. Remove 2 wires going into the motor. These wires have spades crimped onto the ends, and they slide into the connector which is permanently attached to the motor.
5. Replace control board.
6. Reconnect on/off
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7. Set top cover on, being careful to route the wires in the molded channels. Do not pinch the wires with the top cover.
8. Plug into outlet, test the sander.
9. If all is well, reinstall screws on the top cover.
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sander quit working after changing sanding disc. Very sudden
1. Read book on possible problems. Dewalt Sander Book said possibly brushes or switch.
2. Ordered both items.
3. Removed screws holding sander top in place. Placed in dish so I could find them.
4. Used air hose and alcohol swab to clean dust and debris from brush holders and switch connectors.
5. Removed bru
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6. Replaced on/off switch while case was open.
7. RE-assembled case, plugged \'er in, and was amazed at how well it operated.
Remove the screws from the sander top
Remove the switch where it is held in the sander
Remove the leads from the old switch to the new one
Place the new cover on the switch
Place the switch were it was
Replace the top of the sander
Then just press the dust bag on
Removed sander top cover.
Removed switch dust cover using small screwdriver.
Pried out switch using small screwdriver.
Removed wires using pliers.
Reinstalled.
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On-Off switch was worn out and switch cover was torn
1. Remove 3 screws from top cover
2. Push out switch from housing
3. Remove 2 wires
4. Reinstall the 2 wires on new switch
5. Place switch cover on new switch
6. Reinsert switch into housing
7. Replace top cover
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