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Drill Master Heat Gun Power Switch Replacement

What you need

  1. Drill Master Heat Gun Power Switch Replacement, Power Switch: step 1, image 1 of 1
    • Be sure the heat gun is unplugged before starting this process.

    • Remove the seven 14mm screws from the side of the drill using the PH#0 screwdriver.

    • You will need a screwdriver extension.

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    • Remove the 8mm screw from underside of barrel using the PH#0 screwdriver.

    • Don't try to open the casing just yet.

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    • Remove the barrel casing on either end by twisting and pulling each side off.

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    • Remove the top casing to reveal inside of drill. You might have to tug a little harder for this one.

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    • Loosen four screws on the wire connector using the flathead 2.5 screwdriver.

    • Screws do not come out of connector.

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    • Squeeze the tabs on either side of the power switch to remove from the casing.

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    • Remove the black, plastic wire protectors from the end of the power switch.

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    • Use soldering iron to remove the electrical wiring from the power switch. To replace the power switch, solder the new switch onto the wires.

    • Heating the soldering metal will allow you to pull off the electrical wiring.

    • For a brush-up on proper soldering, check out How to Solder and Desolder Connections.

Conclusion

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

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