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FM-13: FM-13 LED DOES NOT LIGHT OR FLICKERS

The drive operates normally, but the integrated LED work light stays dark, flickers, or cuts in and out with trigger use.

Diagnostic overview

The drive operates normally, but the integrated LED work light stays dark, flickers, or cuts in and out with trigger use.

Likely Root Causes

  • LED lens is covered by dust or residue
  • Battery or tool contact is intermittent
  • Trigger command is too slight to energize the light
  • LED, wiring, or control circuit is damaged
  • Housing impact has loosened the light assembly

Quick Checks

  1. LED lights steadily with trigger use and turns off after release.

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Related symptoms

  • The drive operates normally, but the work light stays dark, flickers, or cuts in and out with trigger use.

    The drive operates normally, but the work light stays 1. Remove battery and wipe the LED lens and openings dry.

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