Introduction
This guide is to help users replace their faulty switch for the Ridgid GEN5X R8642 saw. For this guide you will need: a soldering iron, a spudger, a T20 Torx Screwdriver, a J1 size Phillips head screwdriver, and a replacement switch for Ridgid GEN5X R8642, and a good attitude.
What you need
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Remove the plastic tab holding the handle cover in place by prying upward with the spudger until the tab pops off.
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Use a T20 Torx screwdriver to remove the nine M4 X 16mm screws from the plastic housing.
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Use a JIS #1 screwdriver to remove the two M4 x 25mm screws on both sides of the metal housing.
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Remove one half of the plastic housing using a spudger so that the internal system is exposed.
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Remove the plastic wire covers to the red and black connections on the switch assembly.
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To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.
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