Ridgid GEN5X R8653 Spindle Lock Assembly Replacement

Geschrieben von: Andrew Burke
  • Kommentare: 10
Ridgid GEN5X R8653 Spindle Lock Assembly Replacement

Schwierigkeitsgrad

Difficult

Schritte

14

Zeitaufwand

35 Minuten

Einleitung

This guide shows you how to replace a faulty spindle lock assembly. The symptoms of a faulty or clogged spindle lock assembly are failure to stop blade rotation in less than one full rotation, or if the spindle lock does not allow the blade to rotate freely when released (binding). For more information check our troubleshooting guide. Before getting started, remove the inner flange bushing, cut depth lever, and upper housing by following the Inner Flange Bushing Guide and steps 1-5 in the Switch Assembly Guide.

  1. j6jBSlLRf2puxNZM

    • Always disconnect battery and remove saw blade before working on this or any other circular saw. Failure to do so may result in damage or injury!

  2. cZKmURir6ARwUEgX
    cZKmURir6ARwUEgX
    qWjo1EpvHAMZqlT3
    LgFHwdJgoKFnRYJO

    • Remove the supplied Allen wrench from it's nesting space in the front of the handle.

    • Remove one 7mm T20 torx screw to remove cut depth lever located behind the motor shroud on the left side of the saw.

    • Slowly remove lever from saw ensuring not to lose the compression spring between the lever and retaining screw.

    Make sure to use prerequisites appropriately. I would also suggest showing action here.

    Alex Watkins -

  3. C2KllTbEQsJMMCIk
    C2KllTbEQsJMMCIk
    ZMCsEMXEBnFQZpGI

    • Loosen the angle cut guide lever by pulling it counter clockwise and tilt the base assembly to allow easy access to all housing assembly screws.

    Proofread here—also, how do you loosen it?

    Alex Watkins -

  4. e2rEoGWfpSbXLdqR

    • Remove six T20 Torx 20mm screws from the upper housing.

    • Remove three T20 Torx 32mm screws from the upper housing

  5. mlBRqc4oDsZ5niNs
    mlBRqc4oDsZ5niNs
    BWMQabMMUhabRZGl
    XNsPBJjycvaMFES4

    • Gently lift away upper housing to expose the internal parts of the saw.

    To me, the images seem kind of out of order on this step.

    Alex Watkins -

  6. kBDEQwqAVYYQ2j1b
    kBDEQwqAVYYQ2j1b
    RSjQUK2s1cTsVWN6

    • Remove the Phillips #2 screw holding the switch assembly to the lower housing.

    • Remove the four Phillips #2 screws that hold the wires onto the switch.

    • Lift the switch out from the casing.

    • Ensure the two red wires are mounted closest to the trigger mechanism during reassembly.

    How do you remove the switch?

    Alex Watkins -

  7. ZEuabYmlT3fWnCEH
    ZEuabYmlT3fWnCEH
    qB6BOJteSGGIXpox
    UNgdAVmwQLXpU1fE

    • Depress and hold the spindle lock button located between the handle and blade shroud.

    • Using the supplied 6mm Allen Wrench that was removed while taking off upper housing, unscrew the bolt holding the outer flange, blade (if installed), and inner flange.

    • Saw blade is sharp, use caution when removing and use gloves.

    I would suggest, rather than linking the guide, including this guide as a prerequisite. If I’m trying to take apart my saw, I don’t want to be clicking around to different links, you know what I mean?

    Alex Watkins -

  8. uCvrlERNZWrDCrdO
    uCvrlERNZWrDCrdO
    oTUFNHZQVvGED6qS

    • Locate the point at which the spring clip overlaps itself and pry upward and away from the saw using a flat tip screw driver or metal spudger.

    • Unwind the spring clip counter clock-wise to remove.

    This is a great example of an action shot that helps me understand the action going on. This is what I was talking about in other guides.

    Alex Watkins -

  9. PLXaLRHJOkelECMi
    PLXaLRHJOkelECMi
    Vk4bcJBdEBP1Yh4B
    COgaWeGbgMPTXMOs

    • Use a metal spudger to unhook the spring from the lower blade guard.

    • Pull the lower blade guard away from the saw.

    • Remove the spring from the saw by lifting straight up.

  10. YRjHIOxJRbSbGvWG
    YRjHIOxJRbSbGvWG
    15y4GqOcqEnwHywe

    • Remove the Torx T20 12mm screw located in the lower right corner of the gear box

    • Remove the Torx T20 12mm screw located in the upper left corner of the gear box

    • Remove the Torx T20 12mm screw located in the upper right corner of the gear box

    • Remove the Torx T20 12mm screw located in the lower left corner of the gear box

    • Remove the gear box assembly.

    Consider using colored bullets to coincide with markup, instead of the information note.

    Alex Watkins -

  11. EacAaQf4YNNhcmLD

    • Flip the saw over.

    Insert linked guides as prerequisites.

    Alex Watkins -

  12. Dfsq1cbm3CO6YZAN
    Dfsq1cbm3CO6YZAN
    5LB1vSuZhU2oCXTo

    • Remove three 14mm Phillips #2 screws located around the base of motor housing.

    • These 3 screws are held in place with a thread adhesive. Use a screwdriver with a thick handle to provide sufficient torque to loosen and remove them.

  13. bYPgUlKqDUxJqKUO
    bYPgUlKqDUxJqKUO
    GiKNkTlLolerCJOY

    • Loosen five 10mm Torx T10 Safety screws located around the motor casing to allow both halves of the motor casing to separate slightly.

    • It is not necessary to completely remove the screws, but at least 4-5 threads should be visible.

    • Pulling the lower housing away from the metal blade shroud to access the last Torx T10 Safety screw in the motor casing. It is found near the hexagonal rod at the back of the handle.

    Make sure to begin the second bullet with an action verb.

    Alex Watkins -

  14. fg3ERYuvtspMTBmi
    fg3ERYuvtspMTBmi
    UKFJLSQM2nsuFwSZ
    4tirRknCCh6yQUZE

    • With both halves of the motor casing loose, pull the motor housing away from the saw. The motor housing does not need to be fully removed, just moved enough to allow for clearance of the Spindle Lock Assembly.

    • Remove the Spindle Lock Assembly by tilting the blade lock button away from the metal blade shroud and lifting it out of its channel.

    • Keep track of the rubber Dust Cover when removing the Spindle Lock Assembly.

    • Inspect the metal linkage for damage below the spring end. Replace it if necessary.

    • Inspect the Spindle Lock Assembly channel for sawdust or other debris which may prevent freedom of motion. Clear away any debris in the channel and lubricate with a graphite based lubricant.

    Remove spindle lock assembly seems very vague to me. How do I do that? Also, the two black bullets seem out of order.

    Alex Watkins -

Abschluss

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

Tinte & Feder

Andrew Burke

Mitglied seit: 18/09/19

663 Reputation

0 Kommentare