The Husqvarna 541206978 Bladeguard Assembly 20" is a genuine OEM replacement designed for the RS8500D floor saw. This assembly is sourced directly through Husqvarna's construction parts program, ensuring the correct fit, dimensions, and mounting configuration for the RS8500D without adaptation. DHS Equipment supplies this part to help keep your floor saw running safely and at full capacity.
Key Features
- OEM Blade Enclosure Integrity — Manufactured to Husqvarna's exact housing geometry and material specifications, ensuring the guard properly encloses a 20" blade with no gaps or misalignment.
- Direct-Mount Replacement — Engineered as a complete assembly to drop into the existing guard mounting points on the RS8500D, using the original hardware positions.
- Confirmed RS8500D Fitment — Specifically validated for the RS8500D floor saw, so you can cross-reference part number 541206978 against your parts diagram with confidence.
- Restored Cutting-Zone Protection — A correctly fitted blade guard keeps debris properly directed and the cutting zone contained, which is critical to controlled, consistent slab and floor cutting performance.
- Operator Safety Compliance — A fully intact, properly seated blade guard is a fundamental safety requirement for floor saw operation. Replacing a cracked, bent, or missing guard with a genuine OEM assembly ensures the machine meets its original safety design intent.
The blade guard assembly on a floor saw surrounds and encloses the cutting blade, directing slurry and debris downward while shielding the operator and surrounding area from blade contact and ejected material. On a large-format machine like the RS8500D, the guard must be dimensionally matched to the full 20" blade diameter — an ill-fitting or damaged guard compromises both cutting control and job-site safety. When the guard is cracked, warped, or physically broken, it should be replaced promptly to restore the machine to its designed operating condition.
Part Details
| Part Number | 541206978 |
|---|---|
| Brand | Husqvarna |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Bladeguard Assembly 20" |
Compatibility & Fitment
| Name | Model |
|---|---|
| Floor Saw | RS8500D |
Verify Before You Order
Fitment is machine-number and revision-specific; always confirm your model and serial number against the fitment list.
Why Buy From DHS Equipment
Every part is verified against the manufacturer's part number before it ships, so what you order is what arrives. We carry parts from leading OEM brands and our own DHS Quality Parts line of professional aftermarket components. Need help finding the right part? Our team is available to confirm compatibility whenever you need it. Orders are processed fast to keep your jobs on track. We don't just sell parts. We keep you jobsite ready.
Questions? Contact our team at [email protected] or 866-611-9369 — DHS Equipment is here to help you maintain peak performance.
