Ridgid R2601 Motor Assembly Replacement

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Ridgid R2601 Motor Assembly Replacement

Schwierigkeitsgrad

Moderate

Schritte

17

Zeitaufwand

15 Minuten

Einleitung

In this guide, we will replace the motor in the Rigid R2601 orbital sander. This part is often subject to damage because it is a moving part and can burn up, rendering the sander useless. Before starting this guide, please unplug and turn off the sander.

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

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    • Pull off the top cover.

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    • Turn the sander upside down so that the base faces you.

    • Remove the four 6.4 mm screws from the bottom of the base using a Torx T-25 screwdriver.

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    • Remove the base.

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    • Remove the 10 mm screw from the center of the bearing using a Torx T-20 screwdriver.

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    • Remove the bearing.

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    • Remove the four 16mm screws from the side of the sander using a Torx T20 screwdriver.

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    • Use a metal spudger to open the sander's plastic housing.

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    • Remove the plastic housing.

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    • Remove the brake from its slot in the housing.

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    • Remove the metal flywheel.

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    • Rotate the sander so that the top is facing you.

    • Remove the power switch.

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    • Use a T20 Torx screwdrivers to remove the four 11.11mm screws from the motor housing.

    • Use a T25 Torx screwdriver to remove the two 12.7mm screws next to the leads.

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    • Use a 2.5mm flathead screwdriver to loosen but not remove the screws holding the wiring leading to the speed controller.

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    • Remove the leads.

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    • Remove the motor housing.

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    • Remove the motor.

Abschluss

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

Tinte & Feder

Gary Garner

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