Medium
15-30 minutes
This Trigger switch has 4 terminals and a locking mechanism on the trigger. This authentic Porter Cable replacement part is sold individually.
rnrnSwitches are commonly replaced parts in power tools, handling all on/off and variable speed operations. 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 needing replacement. Some common signs of a broken or failing switch are:
• The tool has stopped functioning – it refuses to start.
• The tool operates intermittently, requiring multiple tries to turn on, until eventually it won’t start at all.
• The variable speed function and electric braking aren’t working properly.rnrn3.5" L 7/8" Depth 3/4" W
Switch N224532
OEM part for: Porter Cable, DeWALT, Black and Decker
Part Number: N224532
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Product Description ?
- Classification: Part
- Weight: 0.09 lbs.
- Shipping: Ships Worldwide
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Compatibility
This part will fit the following 72 machines
Porter Cable
DeWALT
Black and Decker
This item works with the following types of products:
- Reciprocating Saw Parts
- Saw Parts
- Router Parts
- Sander Parts
- Band Saw Parts
- Polisher Parts
This part replaces obsolete part #: A22819, 697452
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The plastic trigger broke which when turned on, it would not release to turn off.
Tool Type
Router
Difficulty
Medium
Time
30-60 minutes
Tools Used
Screwdriver, Pliers, awl (to spread contacts to release wire to reuse)
Parts Used
2. Unscrewed switch assembly from "D" handle.
3. Removed wires from switch.
4. Tried to place same wires from broken switch to the new switch. At first, I had the wires to the new switch in the same basic position as the old wires and switch. When turned on, the circuit breaker snapped off.
5. I looked at the old switch and noticed that the wire positions were not what I thought. I then paid attention to the numbers "1" and "2". The switch is a double pole switch so the wires had to be inline correctly.
5. A couple of wires were short so had to improvise to replace the wires. The awl was used to spread the contacts to release them from the original wires to use the contacts again on the new wires.
6. With the wires in the right position, I did a quick test before putting everything finally together. It worked and worked fine when fully assembled.
7. This is a favorite router and it was great to have it run correctly again.
Dead switch
Tool Type
Sander
Difficulty
Medium
Time
15-30 minutes
Tools Used
Screwdriver, Pliers
Parts Used
Disconnected wires
Replaced switch
Reconnected wires
Reassembled handles
Good to go!
Switch stopped working
Tool Type
Sander
Difficulty
Medium
Time
30-60 minutes
Tools Used
Screwdriver, Power Drill, Multi meter
Parts Used
Check new switch, looks perfect
Use multi meter for proper connections, new switch was different.
Reassembled switch, then handle.
Tested it, perfect. Done
The Rockwell 4485 Type 1 switch was froze up for several years could not find a replacement switch
Tool Type
Sander
Difficulty
Easy
Time
Less than 15 minutes
Tools Used
Screwdriver, Pliers, I soldea jumper wire to go from the -of the armature wire t
Parts Used
Switch on PC belt sander was bad
Tool Type
Sander
Difficulty
Easy
Time
Less than 15 minutes
Tools Used
Screwdriver
Parts Used
Needed to replace switch.
Tool Type
Sander
Difficulty
Medium
Time
30-60 minutes
Tools Used
Screwdriver, Pliers
Parts Used
Removed wires from old switch.
Had to look at corresponding wire connections on old switch in order to hook up new switch, because new switch did not match exactly as far as where connections were located.
Installed new switch....had several trial and error attempts.
Reattached casing/covers.
Trigger switch broke, worn brushes
Tool Type
Sander
Difficulty
Medium
Time
15-30 minutes
Tools Used
Screwdriver, Pliers
Parts Used
Remove switch from handle
Take note of the wiring
Disconnect the wires from the old switch
Connect the wires to the new switch
Attach the new switch
Remove the brush caps
Remove the old brushes
Install the new brushes
Install the brush caps
Defective switch
Tool Type
Sander
Difficulty
Easy
Time
15-30 minutes
Tools Used
Screwdriver, Hex wrench , star screwdriver
Parts Used
Remove the cord clamp
Draw up a wiring diagram
Disconnect the wires from the switch
Connect the new wires to the switch
Attach the switch
Attach the cord clamp
Replace the handle half
Switch was in constant on position. Had to pull plug to turn off. Replaced switch and it works as new
Tool Type
Sander
Difficulty
Easy
Time
15-30 minutes
Tools Used
Screwdriver
Parts Used
Switch non-operational
Tool Type
Sander
Difficulty
Medium
Time
15-30 minutes
Tools Used
Screwdriver, Pliers
Parts Used
2. Noted wire connection points on the original switch.
3. Removed wires from the switch.
4. Connect wiring to new switch using the point designations.
5. Reinstall the handle, making sure all wiring fits without pinching or potential grounding/shorting.
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