V7/850 dimmer switch

[mechanicsavant]

I’m about to install the third dimmer switch on my “21”Centanario ! Any one else ? I saw an Irish persons description on repair . After 10 - 12 attempts my old hands stopped working & the spring flew into the abyss (possibly a cat toy by now ) . Thanks in advance for any help .

[buck]

And I thought my ‘22’s failure was a one-off. It ejected the detent. I took it apart and installed a check ball from a grease zerk and it *kind of* worked, but I recently had the switch replaced under warranty by the dealer.

[Kildareman]

Yes seperating the switch is a delicate affair. I was very careful to ease the two tabs. Even a small amount of heat can help.  Finger nails are best as you can feel the tension. Since repairing mine I've had no further issues.

I can't think of any precaution other than possibly glueing the green nub into the spring.

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