Ridgid R82005 2 Speed Gear Train Replacement

Written By: Andrew McPherson
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Ridgid R82005 2 Speed Gear Train Replacement

Difficulty

Easy

Steps

5

Time Required

10 minutes

Introduction

The Ridgid R82005 speed gear switch alters the amount of power intended for specific drill-driver bits and the type of materials manipulated by operators. Forcing this tool to produce torque beyond the limits of a speed gear can cause jams that compromise the drill's versatility.

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    • Eject the battery from the drill.

    • Unscrew the seven M3x15.3mm screws, with the 2mm hex screwdriver bit, that secures the Housing Assembly.

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    • Push the metallic Housing Connecting clip out with flat side of the plastic opening tool.

    • Eject battery before attempting this step.

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    • Remove the top half of the Housing Assembly.

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    • Grasp carefully the top and bottom of drill components.

    • LED light needs to be manually removed.

    • Lift and transfer, as a whole, the drill components from the old housing assembly to the new housing.

    • Make sure all drill components fit properly in the grooves of new Housing Assembly.

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    • Remove the 2 speed gear selector by carefully lifting it out of the housing, making sure it is free from the speed switch rail.

    • The 2 speed gear selector may fall out on its own.

    • When reassembling, make sure all drill components fit properly in the grooves of the Housing Assembly.

Conclusion

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

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