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Less than 15 minutes
This high quality replacement rocker switch is specially produced for a Ridgid vacuum. It is an authentic OEM sourced item, not an aftermarket imitation. Mechanical switches are commonly replaced parts in power tools, that handle on and off operations. Over time switches tend to wear our and fail requiring replacement. Please note, this plastic item is sold individually.
To complete this repair no tools would be needed. This item is secured in the housing by the means of two plastic tabs on the sides of the switch.
Switch 83797
OEM part for: Ridgid
Part Number: 83797
$10.40
Usually ships in 7 - 12 business days
Leaves our warehouse within 7 - 12 business days
Product Description ?
- Classification: Part
- Weight: 0.01 lbs.
- Shipping: Ships Worldwide
Compatibility
This part will fit the following 3 machines
Ridgid
WD1660 Wet/Dry Vacuum View Diagrams & Manuals
WD16600 Wet Dry vac View Diagrams & Manuals
WD16500 16 Gallon Wet/Dry Vac View Diagrams & Manuals
This item works with the following types of products:
- Vacuum Parts
This part replaces obsolete part #: 823871
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Shop Vac switch
Web site search was easy to navigate, found exact replacement switch. Received within projected time frame and it was a perfect fit!
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December 15, 2022
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Exelent part
As stated in the part description the switch is better than the origional
Guest -
October 9, 2022
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Easy to find this replacement switch on their website even though the original part had been discontinued.
This switch was a substitute, since the original part was discontinued. It fit in the sweeper housing perfectly and had the correct electrical specifications.
Paul -
June 17, 2020
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17 year old Ridgid shop vac/blower
Correct switch for 16650 ridgid 16 gallon vacuum.
Guest -
April 16, 2020
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Great part with an easy repair.
Part arrived quickly and fit perfectly to give my 19 year old Rigid wet/dry shop vac extended life.
Guest -
November 30, 2019
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Replacement switch for Rigid shop vac
Fit as it should. Plug and play
Guest -
November 27, 2019
Verified Purchase
Easy repair—shipping cost was almost the same as part
Part was delivered in correct timeframe, as promised. However, shipping cost was almost as expensive as part, itself. I was in no rush so I ordered economy delivery for an item that weighed less than an ounce. Not sure why shipping was so expensive. However, I did get the exact part I needed.
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May 19, 2020
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What are the dimensions for this part?
Jonathan
asked on 2022-09-05
Hello Jonathan, Thank you for the question. This Switch is approximately 2.7". We hope this helps, good luck with this repair!
eReplacementParts Team September 05, 2022
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Switch failed - frozen in in position
Dan - August 4, 2016
👍 9 of 9 people found this instruction helpful
Tool Type
Vacuum
Difficulty
Easy
Time
Less than 15 minutes
Tools Used
Screwdriver
Parts Used
Removed screws holding together handle/ motor assembly of shop vac. Removed wire connectors to old switch. Removed old switch. Attached wires to new switch. Reassembled with switch hanging out. Snap switch in place. The new ereplacement rocker switch fit perfectly but is of superior quality compared to the original switch.
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Switch was bad
James - April 8, 2017
👍 4 of 4 people found this instruction helpful
Tool Type
Vacuum
Difficulty
Easy
Time
15-30 minutes
Tools Used
Screwdriver
Parts Used
Press the plastic tabs on the side of the switch to remove it
Replace the wires terminal one at a time
Press the new switch back into the housing
Replace the wires terminal one at a time
Press the new switch back into the housing
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Switch not working
Brent - June 1, 2016
👍 3 of 3 people found this instruction helpful
Tool Type
Vacuum
Difficulty
Easy
Time
Less than 15 minutes
Tools Used
Screwdriver
Parts Used
Press the small tabs on the sides of the switch with a small screwdriver and pull out the switch. Remove wire leads from the old switch and put them on the new switch. Then press the new switch back in the housing.
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The on/off rocker switch on an older Sears 16 gallon wet/dry vacuum burned out.
Welles - March 4, 2018
👍 1 of 1 people found this instruction helpful
Tool Type
Vacuum
Difficulty
Easy
Time
Less than 15 minutes
Tools Used
Screwdriver
Parts Used
The repair was simple. The removal of about 10 screws took the top off the motor housing assembly revealing the wiring and switch but not affecting the integrity of the motor at all. The wiring was had crimped spade connectors that pulled off the old switch and right on to the replacement. The new switch provided by eReplacement Parts was a perfect match for the original which was not available anywhere on the web or from Sears.
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Switch stopped working
Patricia - January 26, 2022
Tool Type
Vacuum
Difficulty
Easy
Time
Less than 15 minutes
Tools Used
Screwdriver
Parts Used
Remove screws from handle. Pulled clips off of switch. put new switch in place,& connected clips to new switch. Put handle back together, plugged in wet/vac & tried new switch & worked great!
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On/Off switch cracked and broke
Wallace - September 13, 2021
Tool Type
Vacuum
Difficulty
Easy
Time
Less than 15 minutes
Tools Used
Screwdriver
Parts Used
Unscrewed motor house which exposed the switch. The switch was an easy unplug old and plug in new. Replaced housing and switch works fine.
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switch was jammed
Michael - July 22, 2019
Tool Type
Vacuum
Difficulty
Easy
Time
Less than 15 minutes
Tools Used
Screwdriver
Parts Used
removed old switch installed new
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Switch was stuck in ON position.
Kenneth - April 7, 2019
Tool Type
Vacuum
Difficulty
Easy
Time
Less than 15 minutes
Tools Used
Screwdriver
Parts Used
Removed approximately 9 Phillips screws to gain access to old switch.
Removed wires from old switch.
Installed wires on new switch.
Placed new switch in machine.
Reassembled machine using the 9 screws.
Removed wires from old switch.
Installed wires on new switch.
Placed new switch in machine.
Reassembled machine using the 9 screws.
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Original power switch was fried.
Eric - March 10, 2019
Tool Type
Vacuum
Difficulty
Easy
Time
Less than 15 minutes
Tools Used
Screwdriver
Parts Used
Easy swap direct fit for my Ridgid shop vac. Unscrew the top of the motor assembly, locate switch and replace with new one. Screw it all back together and you're good to go!
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The switch had worn out on my Ridgid Vacuum
Randy - January 23, 2019
Tool Type
Vacuum
Difficulty
Medium
Time
30-60 minutes
Tools Used
Screwdriver, Pliers
Parts Used
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