{"product_id":"dewalt-656494-00-switch-genuine-oem-replacement-power-tool-switch","title":"DeWalt 656494-00 Switch – Genuine OEM Replacement Power Tool Switch","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"194\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"16\"\u003ePart Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e 656494-00\u003cbr data-start=\"26\" data-end=\"29\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"29\" data-end=\"42\"\u003eCategory:\u003c\/strong\u003e Power Tool Parts \u0026amp; Accessories → Electrical Components → Power Switches\u003cbr data-start=\"114\" data-end=\"117\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"117\" data-end=\"126\"\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e DeWalt 656494-00 Switch – Genuine OEM Replacement Power Tool Switch\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"196\" data-end=\"199\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"272\" data-end=\"841\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-start=\"276\" data-end=\"303\"\u003eDeWalt 656494-00 Switch\u003c\/strong\u003e is a genuine OEM replacement power switch designed for a variety of compatible DeWalt, Porter-Cable, Black \u0026amp; Decker, and Craftsman power tools. This electrical switch controls power delivery from the tool's power source to the motor, providing dependable on\/off operation for safe and efficient use. Manufactured to original equipment specifications, it provides a direct-fit replacement for worn, damaged, or malfunctioning switches, helping restore the tool's original performance and reliability.\u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1008\" data-end=\"1011\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"939trr\" data-start=\"1013\" data-end=\"1039\"\u003eKey Features \u0026amp; Benefits\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1041\" data-end=\"1358\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"rdqr8n\" data-start=\"1041\" data-end=\"1069\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1043\" data-end=\"1059\"\u003ePart Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e 656494-00\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1platsi\" data-start=\"1070\" data-end=\"1107\"\u003eGenuine OEM DeWalt replacement part\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"abvl6i\" data-start=\"1108\" data-end=\"1141\"\u003eReplacement on\/off power switch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1rff2r4\" data-start=\"1142\" data-end=\"1182\"\u003eRestores reliable electrical operation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"13mvwpb\" data-start=\"1183\" data-end=\"1225\"\u003eHelps ensure consistent motor activation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1lis7sm\" data-start=\"1226\" data-end=\"1277\"\u003eDurable electrical contacts for long service life\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"p6iksq\" data-start=\"1278\" data-end=\"1306\"\u003eDirect-fit OEM replacement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"fyhvnz\" data-start=\"1307\" data-end=\"1358\"\u003eManufactured to original equipment specifications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1360\" data-end=\"1363\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1cgu054\" data-start=\"1365\" data-end=\"1392\"\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1394\" data-end=\"1420\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1394\" data-end=\"1410\"\u003ePart Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e 656494-00\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1422\" data-end=\"1446\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1422\" data-end=\"1439\"\u003eManufacturer:\u003c\/strong\u003e DeWalt\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1448\" data-end=\"1483\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1448\" data-end=\"1465\"\u003eProduct Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Power Tool Switch\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1485\" data-end=\"1523\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1485\" data-end=\"1498\"\u003eFunction:\u003c\/strong\u003e On\/Off Electrical Switch\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1525\" data-end=\"1542\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1525\" data-end=\"1538\"\u003eOEM Part:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1544\" data-end=\"1575\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1544\" data-end=\"1557\"\u003eQuantity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sold Individually\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1577\" data-end=\"1639\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1577\" data-end=\"1590\"\u003eReplaces:\u003c\/strong\u003e P656494-00 \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1641\" data-end=\"1644\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"17z2fqi\" data-start=\"1646\" data-end=\"1672\"\u003eCompatible Applications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1674\" data-end=\"1760\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-start=\"1678\" data-end=\"1705\"\u003eDeWalt 656494-00 Switch\u003c\/strong\u003e is used on numerous compatible power tools, including:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"19neoca\" data-start=\"1762\" data-end=\"1773\"\u003eSanders\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1775\" data-end=\"2003\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"18i5alv\" data-start=\"1775\" data-end=\"1795\"\u003eDeWalt \u003cstrong data-start=\"1784\" data-end=\"1795\"\u003eDWE6411\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1c0mck8\" data-start=\"1796\" data-end=\"1817\"\u003eDeWalt \u003cstrong data-start=\"1805\" data-end=\"1817\"\u003eDWE6411K\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"18i2yoh\" data-start=\"1818\" data-end=\"1838\"\u003eDeWalt \u003cstrong data-start=\"1827\" data-end=\"1838\"\u003eDWE6420\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"18i2zgw\" data-start=\"1839\" data-end=\"1859\"\u003eDeWalt \u003cstrong data-start=\"1848\" data-end=\"1859\"\u003eDWE6421\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1byf74r\" data-start=\"1860\" data-end=\"1881\"\u003eDeWalt \u003cstrong data-start=\"1869\" data-end=\"1881\"\u003eDWE6421K\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1byjmvt\" data-start=\"1882\" data-end=\"1903\"\u003eDeWalt \u003cstrong data-start=\"1891\" data-end=\"1903\"\u003eDWE6423K\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"9qgkmu\" data-start=\"1904\" data-end=\"1923\"\u003eDeWalt \u003cstrong data-start=\"1913\" data-end=\"1923\"\u003eD26441\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"9qecrb\" data-start=\"1924\" data-end=\"1943\"\u003eDeWalt \u003cstrong data-start=\"1933\" data-end=\"1943\"\u003eD26451\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"9qeb6d\" data-start=\"1944\" data-end=\"1963\"\u003eDeWalt \u003cstrong data-start=\"1953\" data-end=\"1963\"\u003eD26453\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1q89mb\" data-start=\"1964\" data-end=\"2003\"\u003ePorter-Cable \u003cstrong data-start=\"1979\" data-end=\"1986\"\u003e380\u003c\/strong\u003e 1\/4 Sheet Sander\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"p4ka01\" data-start=\"2005\" data-end=\"2042\"\u003eDust Collectors \u0026amp; Specialty Tools\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2044\" data-end=\"2122\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"rtui1f\" data-start=\"2044\" data-end=\"2063\"\u003eDeWalt \u003cstrong data-start=\"2053\" data-end=\"2063\"\u003eDWV010\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1tzkui3\" data-start=\"2064\" data-end=\"2084\"\u003eDeWalt \u003cstrong data-start=\"2073\" data-end=\"2084\"\u003eDWV010X\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1o0bhzp\" data-start=\"2085\" data-end=\"2122\"\u003eDeWalt \u003cstrong data-start=\"2094\" data-end=\"2104\"\u003eDWM120\u003c\/strong\u003e Portable Band Saw\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2124\" data-end=\"2414\"\u003eThis switch is also used on select compatible \u003cstrong data-start=\"2170\" data-end=\"2188\"\u003eBlack \u0026amp; Decker\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong data-start=\"2193\" data-end=\"2206\"\u003eCraftsman\u003c\/strong\u003e power tools utilizing OEM part number \u003cstrong data-start=\"2245\" data-end=\"2258\"\u003e656494-00\u003c\/strong\u003e. Always verify your tool model, type number, and original part number before ordering to ensure proper compatibility. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2416\" data-end=\"2419\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"wscehm\" data-start=\"2421\" data-end=\"2452\"\u003eFunction of the Power Switch\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2454\" data-end=\"2528\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-start=\"2458\" data-end=\"2478\"\u003e656494-00 Switch\u003c\/strong\u003e is a critical electrical component that helps to:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2530\" data-end=\"2770\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"18cafr1\" data-start=\"2530\" data-end=\"2572\"\u003eControl power delivery to the tool motor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1ghpbqz\" data-start=\"2573\" data-end=\"2610\"\u003eProvide dependable on\/off operation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1iq6e6e\" data-start=\"2611\" data-end=\"2647\"\u003eRestore proper electrical function\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1xeogin\" data-start=\"2648\" data-end=\"2681\"\u003eHelp ensure safe tool operation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"qnus6p\" data-start=\"2682\" data-end=\"2720\"\u003eMaintain consistent tool performance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1hsh3db\" data-start=\"2721\" data-end=\"2770\"\u003eReturn the tool to original operating condition\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2772\" data-end=\"2931\"\u003eUsing a genuine OEM replacement switch helps ensure proper electrical fit, dependable performance, and long service life. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2933\" data-end=\"2936\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1cnbljb\" data-start=\"2938\" data-end=\"2975\"\u003eCommon Signs Replacement Is Needed\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2977\" data-end=\"3016\"\u003eReplace the power switch if you notice:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"3018\" data-end=\"3219\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"7ptow7\" data-start=\"3018\" data-end=\"3041\"\u003eTool will not turn on\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"jjqn5p\" data-start=\"3042\" data-end=\"3084\"\u003eIntermittent power loss during operation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"19yu9b4\" data-start=\"3085\" data-end=\"3109\"\u003eSwitch sticks or binds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"13vh6rw\" data-start=\"3110\" data-end=\"3144\"\u003eExcessive sparking at the switch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"141ayyz\" data-start=\"3145\" data-end=\"3178\"\u003eBurnt odor from the switch area\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1h8n40l\" data-start=\"3179\" data-end=\"3219\"\u003eVisible damage or worn switch contacts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3221\" data-end=\"3333\"\u003eA failing switch can prevent the tool from operating correctly and may lead to unreliable or unsafe performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"3335\" data-end=\"3338\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"10va281\" data-start=\"3340\" data-end=\"3371\"\u003eInstallation \u0026amp; Service Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3373\" data-end=\"3445\"\u003eDisconnect the tool from its power source before performing any service.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3447\" data-end=\"4082\"\u003eOpen the tool housing according to the manufacturer's service instructions to access the \u003cstrong data-start=\"3536\" data-end=\"3556\"\u003e656494-00 Switch\u003c\/strong\u003e. Carefully disconnect the wiring from the existing switch, noting the original wire locations before removal. Install the replacement switch, reconnect all wiring securely, and inspect the surrounding electrical components for signs of heat damage or wear before reassembling the tool. After reassembly, verify smooth switch operation and proper motor function before returning the tool to service. Typical installation requires basic hand tools and generally takes less than 15 minutes. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4084\" data-end=\"4422\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4084\" data-end=\"4098\"\u003eImportant:\u003c\/strong\u003e Always verify your tool model, type number, and original part number before ordering. Inspect the power cord, brushes (where applicable), and wiring harness whenever replacing an electrical switch. Use genuine OEM DeWalt replacement parts to ensure proper fit, reliable electrical operation, and long-term tool performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"4424\" data-end=\"4427\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"8fimbm\" data-start=\"4429\" data-end=\"4459\"\u003eMaintenance Recommendations\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"4461\" data-end=\"4897\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"13sqm97\" data-start=\"4461\" data-end=\"4518\"\u003eKeep the tool clean and free of excessive dust buildup.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"hvsvre\" data-start=\"4519\" data-end=\"4569\"\u003eAvoid exposing the switch to moisture or debris.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"v8v1v9\" data-start=\"4570\" data-end=\"4633\"\u003eInspect the switch and power cord during routine maintenance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"12tzehu\" data-start=\"4634\" data-end=\"4716\"\u003eAddress intermittent operation promptly to prevent additional electrical damage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"fb9q9x\" data-start=\"4717\" data-end=\"4764\"\u003eReplace worn electrical components as needed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"gnf0kl\" data-start=\"4765\" data-end=\"4897\" data-is-last-node=\"\"\u003eUse genuine OEM replacement parts to maintain factory fit, dependable switching performance, and long-term power tool reliability.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"DeWalt","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53572045504875,"sku":"656494-00","price":8.1,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0917\/9201\/5723\/files\/656494-00.jpg?v=1784381998","url":"https:\/\/generalsprayers.com\/products\/dewalt-656494-00-switch-genuine-oem-replacement-power-tool-switch","provider":"GeneralSprayers","version":"1.0","type":"link"}