FM-09: FM-09 PIVOTING SHOE IS BENT, LOOSE, OR WILL NOT PIVOT

The pivoting shoe is bent, loose, will not pivot freely, or does not sit firmly against the workpiece.

• Sawdust or pitch obstructs shoe pivot
• Shoe is bent from impact or prying
• Pivot pin, spring, or retainer is worn
• Front housing or shoe mount is cracked
• Blade or clamp rubs the shoe

1. The shoe pivots normally, stays tight, and rests firmly on flat work.

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This is a preview of the troubleshooting guidance included in the full repair manual.

• Shoe is loose or bent

  Shoe is loose or bent Do not cut; inspect the pivot and structure with FM-09.

• The shoe will not pivot freely, is bent or loose, or will not sit firmly against the work.

  The shoe will not pivot freely, is bent or loose, or will 1. Remove battery; inspect shoe, pivot, mount, and blade clearance.

• root cause analysis
• tools needed
• step-by-step repair procedure
• diagrams
• exploded views
• post-repair checks

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