Medium
15-30 minutes
This replacement switch is a high quality item that is sourced from original equipment manufacturer for Bosch rotary hammers. It is the part of the tool that allows user to turn it on and off. These mechanical switches over time tend to wear out and begin to fail eventually requiring replacement. This plastic switch is sold individually, to replace it you will need a screwdriver.
Switch 160720030T
OEM part for: Bosch
Part Number: 160720030T
$16.25
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This is the official OEM part for the following brands:
- Bosch
This item works with the following types of products:
- Rotary Hammer
This part replaces obsolete part #: 1617200529
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It wasn’t hard at all
Part arrived quickly, good condition and air gun is working great. Thanks
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February 22, 2023
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Bosch switch
Replacement part exactly what we need for bulldog hammer drill. Reasonable price. Quick ship
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December 25, 2020
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I received my replacement trigger, perfect match, as advertised, at a good price and my hammer drill is working again. Thank you!
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Bad switch
Jack - December 27, 2016
👍 2 of 3 people found this instruction helpful
Tool Type
Hammer Drill
Difficulty
Easy
Time
15-30 minutes
Tools Used
Screwdriver, Pliers
Parts Used
Disassembled the switch handle, then separated it
Made a wiring diagram
Disconnected the old switch
Connected the new switch
Reassembled the handle
Tested - Worked great
Made a wiring diagram
Disconnected the old switch
Connected the new switch
Reassembled the handle
Tested - Worked great
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Trigger switch was not functioning
russell - September 17, 2017
👍 1 of 2 people found this instruction helpful
Tool Type
Rotary Hammer
Difficulty
Easy
Time
15-30 minutes
Tools Used
Screwdriver, Power Drill, Dielectric silicone grease
Parts Used
Drill was partially disassembled. After testing the electrical cord, and motor windings with brushes, It was determined that the Trigger switch was not functioning. New trigger switch was installed and tested before reassembly. Drill was reassembled and tested again. Then Drill was successfully Field tested immediately after.
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Bosch bulldog died. When switch wall pulled and you tapped the machine motor started. I suspected the switch
Michael - April 3, 2020
👍 0 of 1 people found this instruction helpful
Tool Type
Rotary Hammer
Difficulty
Medium
Time
15-30 minutes
Tools Used
Screwdriver
Parts Used
1. Remove torx screws from handle
2. Remove two torx screw that connect handle to body
3. Carefully separate two handle sides
4. Now you have access to switch
5. Take a picture
6. Carefully pull out switch and remove wires (you will need an eyeglass sized torx for two of the wires)
7. Install new switch
8. Reverse previous steps
Unfortunately, the switch did not repair my tool, next attempt will be brushes which looks a bit more complicated
2. Remove two torx screw that connect handle to body
3. Carefully separate two handle sides
4. Now you have access to switch
5. Take a picture
6. Carefully pull out switch and remove wires (you will need an eyeglass sized torx for two of the wires)
7. Install new switch
8. Reverse previous steps
Unfortunately, the switch did not repair my tool, next attempt will be brushes which looks a bit more complicated
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Switch had burned out. (Don't use a DC generator to power newer power tools. They can't take the heat.)
Ethan - June 15, 2016
👍 0 of 1 people found this instruction helpful
Tool Type
Rotary Hammer
Difficulty
Medium
Time
15-30 minutes
Tools Used
Screwdriver
Parts Used
To give a few tips. Don't force anything if it won't go then try something else. Watch the reverse switch it can two ways, but only one is right. It's a easy fix so don't think it is that hard.
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