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Ridgid GEN5X R8642 Switch Replacement

Introduction

This guide is to help users replace their faulty switch for the Ridgid GEN5X R8642 saw. For this guide you will need: a soldering iron, a spudger, a T20 Torx Screwdriver, a J1 size Phillips head screwdriver, and a replacement switch for Ridgid GEN5X R8642, and a good attitude.


What you need

  1. Ridgid GEN5X R8642 Switch Replacement, Switch: step 1, image 1 of 1

    • Remove the plastic tab holding the handle cover in place by prying upward with the spudger until the tab pops off.

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  2. Ridgid GEN5X R8642 Switch Replacement: step 2, image 1 of 1

    • Remove the handle cover by pulling it towards the front of the saw.

    • The grip can sometimes become stuck and may require a decent amount of force to remove.

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  3. Ridgid GEN5X R8642 Switch Replacement: step 3, image 1 of 2 Ridgid GEN5X R8642 Switch Replacement: step 3, image 2 of 2

    • Use a T20 Torx screwdriver to remove the nine M4 X 16mm screws from the plastic housing.

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  5. Ridgid GEN5X R8642 Switch Replacement: step 4, image 1 of 1

    • Use a JIS #1 screwdriver to remove the two M4 x 25mm screws on both sides of the metal housing.

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  6. Ridgid GEN5X R8642 Switch Replacement: step 5, image 1 of 1

    • Remove one half of the plastic housing using a spudger so that the internal system is exposed.

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  7. Ridgid GEN5X R8642 Switch Replacement: step 6, image 1 of 1

    • Remove the plastic wire covers to the red and black connections on the switch assembly.

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  8. Ridgid GEN5X R8642 Switch Replacement: step 7, image 1 of 1

    • Remove the soldered connection from the switch assembly.

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  9. Ridgid GEN5X R8642 Switch Replacement: step 8, image 1 of 1
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Conclusion

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

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