Milwaukee Hackzall 2625-20 Trigger Replacement

Introduction

If the trigger assembly on your Milwaukee Hackzall 2625-20 is working intermittently or not working at all, use this guide to replace the trigger assembly.

The trigger is used to activate the Hackzall's electric motor. If the tool does not turn on when you pull the trigger there may be an electrical or mechanical failure in the trigger assembly, which may occur due to liquid damage, drop damage, or wear.

Step 2 for this guide requires you to desolder the connections on the trigger before reinstallation. After the trigger is removed, you will need to resolder the trigger connections. For supplemental information on soldering and desoldering connections, view this guide. Be sure to follow the recommendations in the ++project safety guide++ when soldering to prevent injury or damaged components.

Before starting your trigger replacement, ensure that the battery is fully disconnected from the tool.

What you need

Step 1 Trigger

Milwaukee Hackzall 2625-20 Trigger Replacement, Trigger: step 1, image 1 of 2

Milwaukee Hackzall 2625-20 Trigger Replacement, Trigger: step 1, image 2 of 2

Use a T9 Torx screwdriver to remove the one 7.0 mm screw.
Use a T10 Torx screwdriver to remove the one 14.0 mm screw.
Use a T15 Torx screwdriver for the remaining eight 16.0 mm screws.
Remove the casing to reveal the internal components.

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Step 2

Use a soldering iron to desolder the connections on the back of the trigger assembly.
Practice caution while soldering. Ensure proper safety and soldering procedure is followed to avoid component damage and injury.
For more information on soldering, check out this guide.