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RYOBI P422 Safety Trigger Spring Replacement

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RYOBI P422 Safety Trigger Spring Replacement

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If your springs become damaged or weak from extended use, it's wise to replace them to ensure proper function. These springs may be under compression/ tension, so be wary when removing/ replacing these parts.

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      • To remove the battery press down on the two buttons located on each side of the battery and pull away from the body of the grinder.

      • To remove the handle hold grinder with one hand and use the other hand to unscrew the handle with a counter-clockwise motion

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      • Lay grinder flat on its side so the screws are facing up

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      • Remove the four 1.8 cm screws from the lower and midsection of the body with a T20-20 Torque screwdriver.

      • Remove the 3.7 cm screws from the upper section of the body, with the same screwdriver

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      • Now that the two halves are unscrewed, remove the top half

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      • Remove the safety trigger along with the spring.

      • To remove the spring, pull it gently off the bottom of the trigger.

      • When putting a new spring in make sure it slides into the grove on the bottom of the trigger.

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Conclusion

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

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