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ArmorAll AA255 Switch Replacement

Introduction

Make sure the cord is unplugged.

What you need

  1. ArmorAll AA255 Switch Replacement, Lower Motor Housing: step 1, image 1 of 1

    • Remove the orange main housing unit from the vacuum bucket by pulling outward on the handle tabs while lifting upward as shown.

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  2. ArmorAll AA255 Switch Replacement: step 2, image 1 of 1

    • Remove the five 15mm PH2 screws.

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  3. ArmorAll AA255 Switch Replacement: step 3, image 1 of 1

    • Remove the 15 mm T20 screw. This screw is located nearest the power cord.

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  4. ArmorAll AA255 Switch Replacement: step 4, image 1 of 2 ArmorAll AA255 Switch Replacement: step 4, image 2 of 2

    • Gently separate the upper and lower sections of the main housing.

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  6. ArmorAll AA255 Switch Replacement, Switch: step 5, image 1 of 1

    • Using a PH2 screw head, unscrew the two 15mm screws as shown.

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  7. ArmorAll AA255 Switch Replacement: step 6, image 1 of 3 ArmorAll AA255 Switch Replacement: step 6, image 2 of 3 ArmorAll AA255 Switch Replacement: step 6, image 3 of 3

    • Pull the black handle.

    • Using a PH2 screwdriver, unscrew the single 12mm screw shown.

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  8. ArmorAll AA255 Switch Replacement: step 7, image 1 of 2 ArmorAll AA255 Switch Replacement: step 7, image 2 of 2

    • Use the blue opening tool to open up the black handle.

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  9. ArmorAll AA255 Switch Replacement: step 8, image 1 of 2 ArmorAll AA255 Switch Replacement: step 8, image 2 of 2

    • Using your fingers, gently take out the black cords.

    • Careful to not break the black cords.

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  10. ArmorAll AA255 Switch Replacement: step 9, image 1 of 2 ArmorAll AA255 Switch Replacement: step 9, image 2 of 2

    • Using the spudger, take out the switch. Do this by pushing the spudger against the switch on both sides as shown and then pull the switch out.

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  11. ArmorAll AA255 Switch Replacement: step 10, image 1 of 1

    • Replace the switch shown.

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Conclusion

To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.

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Any idea where to find a replacement switch? I did not see one on Amazon or eBay.

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