Switch,On/Off

The switch has a spring tension so that the default condition is in the off position. The trigger moves the switch to the on position when the user grips the trigger mechanism and provides an active resistance to the spring portion of the switch, enabling power to the hedge trimmer motor. There are six to seven torx T15 screws that, when ... Read more removed, enables the unit to separate into equal parts, exposing the internal trigger mechanism and the switch. The replacement drops right in after removing the old switch. Re connect the electrical connectors to the new switch. Re align the the two halves and tighten the torx screws. The hedge trimmer is then good to go!

Remove the screws in the handle and talk the two plastic handle piece apart. You will see the on/off switch with two electrical connections. Remove the two connections and insert the new switch connecting the two electrical connections to the new switch. Fit the two handle pieces together and reinsert the screws.