Easy
15-30 minutes
This on-off switch is used in Bosch rotary/demolition hammer-drills. It is sourced from the original manufacturer. The switch is plastic with some metal components. It is sold individually. Please note that the speed-control governor is sold separately.
A screwdriver is needed when replacing this switch.
• Make sure the tool is unplugged
• Remove housing screws
• Separate the housing to access switch
• Disconnect wires from old switch
• Remove old switch and secure new one in place
• Reconnect wires and reassemble housing
Switch 1617200048
OEM part for: Bosch
Part Number: 1617200048
$18.16
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- Classification: Part
- Weight: 0.08 lbs.
- Shipping: Ships Worldwide
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This Switch will fit the following 28 machines. Confirm this part works with your model, and view the detailed model diagrams and repair help we have to offer.
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This is the official OEM part for the following brands:
- Bosch
This item works with the following types of products:
- Demolition Hammer
- Drill
- Hammer Drill
- Rotary Hammer
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Easy repair, worked as expected
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Switch wore out
Bill - October 29, 2017
👍 1 of 1 people found this instruction helpful
Tool Type
Hammer Drill
Difficulty
Easy
Time
Less than 15 minutes
Tools Used
Screwdriver
Parts Used
Removed old switch replaced with new. Can't mess this up.
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tool would not run
John - July 2, 2019
Tool Type
Demolition Hammer
Difficulty
Easy
Time
Less than 15 minutes
Tools Used
Screwdriver, allen wrench
Parts Used
Removed switch and speed control and replaced same
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Drill would not engage immediately when depressing the trigger. At times drill had to be bounced onto a solid object to get it to it to work
Clayton - May 28, 2017
Tool Type
Hammer Drill
Difficulty
Easy
Time
15-30 minutes
Tools Used
Screwdriver
Parts Used
Removed the housing, changed the brushes and the switch. Reassembled and tested.
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Switch was worn out
robert - November 18, 2016
Tool Type
Rotary Hammer
Difficulty
Easy
Time
15-30 minutes
Tools Used
Screwdriver
Parts Used
Removed the rear handle
Made notes and took pictures of all of the part locations
Made a wiring diagram
Removed the lead from the old switch
Connected the leads to the new switch, per the wiring diagram
Replaced the rear handle, making sure all the part were in and the wires wouldn't get pinched
Made notes and took pictures of all of the part locations
Made a wiring diagram
Removed the lead from the old switch
Connected the leads to the new switch, per the wiring diagram
Replaced the rear handle, making sure all the part were in and the wires wouldn't get pinched
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The governor (speed Control) went out...replaced governor, on-off switch and put a new cord on as will.
David - March 10, 2017
👍 0 of 1 people found this instruction helpful
Tool Type
Rotary Hammer
Difficulty
Easy
Time
15-30 minutes
Tools Used
Screwdriver, Pliers
Remove the rear handle of the hammer
Take a picture of where all of the parts are
Make a wiring diagram
Remove the cord wires from the switch, so you can use the cord grommet on the new cord
Remove the the governor and switch
Put the grommet on the new cord
Install the cord onto the switch
Install the governor
Make sure all of the parts are in the correct spot
Screw the rear handle back on
Take a picture of where all of the parts are
Make a wiring diagram
Remove the cord wires from the switch, so you can use the cord grommet on the new cord
Remove the the governor and switch
Put the grommet on the new cord
Install the cord onto the switch
Install the governor
Make sure all of the parts are in the correct spot
Screw the rear handle back on
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