Dremel 4000 Power Cord Replacement
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Last updated on Aug 1, 2019
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Introduction
Go to step 1 ↓In the following steps you will access the electrical assembly, and remove the positive and negative wires that connect the power cord to the assembly.
What you need
Tools
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T15 Torx Screwdriver$7.99
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Start by removing the housing cap by unscrewing it.
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Next, unscrew the now exposed collet nut while holding down the shaft lock button.
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Remove the brush caps (one on each side) by using a flathead screwdriver bit.
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Using the Torx 15 screwdriver tip, remove the 5 screws (12.5 mm) that hold the casing together.
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Use your hands to carefully remove the back casing so that none of the components fall out.
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To clear access to the electrical assembly, remove the variable speed dial cap and blue power lever, and set them aside.
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Using your fingers, carefully pull the circuit board from the casing. This will make it easier to remove the power cord.
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Each wire is fed through a small opening on the circuit board and held with a flat head screw.
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Loosen the screw just enough to remove the wire by gently pulling it with your hand.
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To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.
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Super handy guide after my guide dog decided to chew through the cable!
