Dexter 800W Corded Angle Grinder - 800AG2-125.5 Carbon Replacement - iFixit Repair Guide

Introduction

This tutorial shows you the change of only one carbon, to change the second you just have to follow the same method.

What you need

Step 1 Unplug

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Before you begin, remember to disconnect the mains plug.

Step 2

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Remove the side handle and the protective cover.

Step 3

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Unscrew the 4 screws to open the machine.

Step 4

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Remove the paddle switch for better access.

Step 5

Remove the two pods.

Step 6

Relax the blade springs.

Step 7

Take out the carbons.

Step 8

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Replace the new carbons.
Pay attention to the direction: the cable coming out of the carbon must be on the side of the head of the device and not towards the power cable.

Step 9

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Reconnect the carbons.

Step 10

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Replace the paddle switch.

Step 11

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Tighten the 4 screws to close.

Step 12

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Replace the outer flange, protective cover and side handle.

Conclusion

by the end of the guide you will have replaced the carbon in your device

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