symptom
Battery seats but will not latch
The pack reaches the seated position but can be pulled off without pressing the release button.
What this symptom means
The pack reaches the seated position but can be pulled off without pressing the release button.
Likely Root Causes
- Debris in the latch or catch
- Battery catch is worn or broken
- Tool latch is damaged
- Pack or rails are not fully seated
Quick Checks
- The pack remains secured during a firm pull-check.
Repair Preview
- Hold the switch at O, remove the pack, and inspect the catch window without forcing it.
- - Dry-clean the latch area and rails
- Install a known-good compatible pack until an audible or tactile latch occurs.
- - Pull-check without pressing release
This is a preview of the troubleshooting guidance included in the full repair manual.
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- Latched battery will not release
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