FM-38: FM-38 SMOKE, BURNING ODOR, MELTING, LIQUID, SPARKS, OR BATTERY DAMAGE

The saw or battery exhibits smoke, burning odor, melting, liquid leakage, sparks, swelling, venting, or other signs of severe damage.

• Battery internal failure or short circuit
• Liquid or conductive debris entered the tool
• Motor/controller/wiring overheated or failed
• Impact, incorrect pack, or unauthorized repair created damage

1. The hazardous tool/pack is not returned to use; safe disposition or qualified clearance is documented.

Safety procedure for hazardous tool or battery conditions.

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

• The saw or pack smokes, leaks, sparks, melts, smells burned, swells, vents, or hisses.

  The saw or pack smokes, leaks, sparks, melts, smells burned, 1. Stop, move away from the hazard, and remove the battery only if it can be done

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

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