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FM-07: FM-07 QUICK-CHANGE HEX BIT CANNOT LOCK OR COME OUT
A standard 1/4-inch power-groove impact bit will not insert, stay locked, or release from the hex holder.
Diagnostic overview
A standard 1/4-inch power-groove impact bit will not insert, stay locked, or release from the hex holder.
Likely Root Causes
- Bit lacks the required power groove
- Short bit is used without a hex adapter
- Bit shank is bent, burred, or mushroomed
- Locking sleeve or detent contains dry debris
- Sleeve, spring, or holder is damaged
Quick Checks
- Approved bit locks, passes a tug-check, and releases normally.
Repair Preview
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Common Fixes
- Correct impact bit
- Hex adapter for short bits
Related symptoms
A standard 1/4-inch power-groove impact bit will not insert, stay locked, or release from the hex holder.
A standard 1/4-inch power-groove impact bit will not 1. Center lever, remove battery, cool bit, and pull sleeve forward.
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- step-by-step repair procedure
- diagrams
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