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Ridgid Circular Saw R3205 Switch Replacement

Introduction

The switch on a circular saw is one of the most commonly replaced items. The switch wears out after regular use. Replacing the switch is very easy and doesn’t require any methods that are complicated.

What you need

  1. Ridgid Circular Saw R3205 Switch Replacement, Motor Housing with Handle Assembly: step 1, image 1 of 3 Ridgid Circular Saw R3205 Switch Replacement, Motor Housing with Handle Assembly: step 1, image 2 of 3 Ridgid Circular Saw R3205 Switch Replacement, Motor Housing with Handle Assembly: step 1, image 3 of 3

    • Remove the brush assembly with a flat head screwdriver.

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  2. Ridgid Circular Saw R3205 Switch Replacement: step 2, image 1 of 3 Ridgid Circular Saw R3205 Switch Replacement: step 2, image 2 of 3 Ridgid Circular Saw R3205 Switch Replacement: step 2, image 3 of 3

    • Use a T25 Torx screwdriver to remove 3 (M5 x 58 mm) screws.

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  3. Ridgid Circular Saw R3205 Switch Replacement: step 3, image 1 of 3 Ridgid Circular Saw R3205 Switch Replacement: step 3, image 2 of 3 Ridgid Circular Saw R3205 Switch Replacement: step 3, image 3 of 3

    • Use a T20 Torx screwdriver to remove the (1/4-20 x 0.66 in.) screw.

    • After removing the (1/4-20 x 0.66 in.) screw the lever assembly can be unscrewed from the (1/4-20 x 0.66 in.) screw.

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  5. Ridgid Circular Saw R3205 Switch Replacement: step 4, image 1 of 2 Ridgid Circular Saw R3205 Switch Replacement: step 4, image 2 of 2

    • The motor housing assembly can now be removed from the rest of the saw.

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  6. Ridgid Circular Saw R3205 Switch Replacement, Switch: step 5, image 1 of 1

    • Remove 5 Torx 20 (#8-16 x 5/8 in.) screws from the outer handle.

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  7. Ridgid Circular Saw R3205 Switch Replacement: step 6, image 1 of 3 Ridgid Circular Saw R3205 Switch Replacement: step 6, image 2 of 3 Ridgid Circular Saw R3205 Switch Replacement: step 6, image 3 of 3

    • Remove the outer handle.

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  8. Ridgid Circular Saw R3205 Switch Replacement: step 7, image 1 of 1

    • Using a phillips head screwdriver remove the (M4 x 12 mm) screw holding the switch in place.

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  9. Ridgid Circular Saw R3205 Switch Replacement: step 8, image 1 of 3 Ridgid Circular Saw R3205 Switch Replacement: step 8, image 2 of 3 Ridgid Circular Saw R3205 Switch Replacement: step 8, image 3 of 3

    • Remove the wires that attach to the power cord.

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Conclusion

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

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UMass Dartmouth, Team S5-G2, Julie Spring 2019 Member of UMass Dartmouth, Team S5-G2, Julie Spring 2019

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