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Ridgid R2601 Power Cord Replacement

Introduction

If the sander will not turn on and you have already tried blowing out dust and replacing the switch, the power cord may be at fault. You can easily replace the cord using this guide. You will need a Torx T15 screwdriver, a Torx T10 screwdriver, and a small flathead screwdriver. Be sure that the device is unplugged when completing this replacement.

What you need

  1. Ridgid R2601 Power Cord Replacement, Top Cover: step 1, image 1 of 1

    • Remove the four M3.5 x 16 mm screws from the top cover using a Torx T10 screwdriver.

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  2. Ridgid R2601 Power Cord Replacement: step 2, image 1 of 1

    • Pull off the top cover.

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  4. Ridgid R2601 Power Cord Replacement, Power Cord: step 3, image 1 of 2 Ridgid R2601 Power Cord Replacement, Power Cord: step 3, image 2 of 2

    • Remove the two #6-19 x 15mm screws on the black retaining bracket using a Torx T15 screwdriver.

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  5. Ridgid R2601 Power Cord Replacement: step 4, image 1 of 1

    • Pop out and remove the black retaining bracket with your fingers.

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  6. Ridgid R2601 Power Cord Replacement: step 5, image 1 of 2 Ridgid R2601 Power Cord Replacement: step 5, image 2 of 2

    • Loosen the screws in the white terminal block with a small flathead screwdriver. Note that you do not need to fully unscrew and remove them.

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  7. Ridgid R2601 Power Cord Replacement: step 6, image 1 of 1

    • Pull the wiring out from the white cover. The power cord can now be replaced by completing these steps in reverse.

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Conclusion

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

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