RIDGID R2740 Motor Replacement

Orient the Rigid Sander to where the Air Guard logo is facing you.

Unscrew the initial screw with a Torx TR10 screw bit.

Remove the guard that is protecting the tread-line.

The guard below the wheels should be able to lift up out of place.

Remove the thread line of its tracks.

Unscrew the three screws with a Phillips #1 screwdriver.

Remove the circular cog as well after removing the screw.

Using the Torx TR10 Bit, unscrew the 10 screws which hold the external casing in place.

Remove the whole guard by lifting the black shield to expose the motor.

Now, flip the Rigid Sander on to the other side.

Remove the screws that are adjacent to the Rigid Logo. This can be done with a flat head screwdriver.

Remove the cover after removing the screw, then remove all components under the screw lid.

Now orient the Rigid Sander to the other side that shows the exposed motor.

The motor will be able to lift up out of place.