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DeWalt D26451 Power Switch Replacement

Introduction

The DeWalt D26451 power switch turns the sander on and off. It may not be working because the circuit is out of alignment, there is a tripped breaker, or a stripped wire.

Replacing the power switch may fix your on/off issues. In this guide, we will be teaching you how to replace the switch. You can order a replacement switch here.

What you need

  1. DeWalt D26451 Power Switch Replacement, Power Cord: step 1, image 1 of 1

    • Please wear safety glasses while completing this guide.

    • Remove screws (3) from cap by using the T20 torx attachment and unscrewing in a leftward motion.

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  2. DeWalt D26451 Power Switch Replacement: step 2, image 1 of 1

    • Gently pry the cap off using your fingers or spudger tool.

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  3. DeWalt D26451 Power Switch Replacement: step 3, image 1 of 1

    • Once cap is off, expose and locate the power cord mounting bracket and remove the 2 screws holding the wire down by using the T15 torx attachment. Once the cord is loose, pull the connectors out

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  5. DeWalt D26451 Power Switch Replacement: step 4, image 1 of 1

    • Loosen the white and black wire terminals

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  6. DeWalt D26451 Power Switch Replacement: step 5, image 1 of 1

    • Insert new power cord terminals and tighten down

    • Do not over-tighten

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  7. DeWalt D26451 Power Switch Replacement, Power Switch: step 6, image 1 of 1

    • Remove screws (3) from the cap using a T20 torx attachment by unscrewing in a leftward motion

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  8. DeWalt D26451 Power Switch Replacement: step 7, image 1 of 1

    • Gently pry the cap off

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  9. DeWalt D26451 Power Switch Replacement: step 8, image 1 of 1

    • Once the cap is removed, the switch and connectors should be exposed

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  10. DeWalt D26451 Power Switch Replacement: step 9, image 1 of 1

    • Remove both connectors from the switch

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Conclusion

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

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