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RIDGID R2740 Ball Bearing Replacement

Introduction

If your RIDGID Belt Sander R2740 is making abnormal sounds the cause could be from a worn or damaged ball bearing. This guide will teach you how to replace the ball bearing. For this guide, you will need a screwdriver with a T20 head and a hammer.

What you need

  1. RIDGID R2740 Ball Bearing Replacement, Ball Bearing: step 1, image 1 of 2 RIDGID R2740 Ball Bearing Replacement, Ball Bearing: step 1, image 2 of 2

    • Orient the belt sander so that the AirGuard Technology logo is facing you.

    • Remove the nine 19mm, two 51mm and one 32 mm screws that hold the cover into place.

    • Remove the cover from the belt sander.

    • Make sure you remember the correct placement of each screw.

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  3. RIDGID R2740 Ball Bearing Replacement: step 2, image 1 of 1

    • Remove the assembly armature from the belt sander.

    • You may need to wiggle the assembly armature to remove it from the belt sander.

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  4. RIDGID R2740 Ball Bearing Replacement: step 3, image 1 of 2 RIDGID R2740 Ball Bearing Replacement: step 3, image 2 of 2

    • Use a hammer to pry the ball bearing from the assembly armature.

    • The ball bearing can be somewhat difficult to remove. You may need to apply WD-40 before removal.

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Conclusion

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

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