symptom
Latched battery will not release
The pack is latched but will not slide off when the release button is pressed.
What this symptom means
The pack is latched but will not slide off when the release button is pressed.
Likely Root Causes
- Release button is not fully depressed
- Dust is binding the latch or rails
- Pack is side-loaded or shell is distorted
- Latch mechanism or handle rail is damaged
Quick Checks
- The release button frees the pack and it slides off without damage.
Repair Preview
- Support the tool, press the battery release squarely, and pull the pack straight back.
- - Relieve side load by setting the tool level
- Dry-brush accessible rail edges and the release-button gap while the switch stays at O.
- If the pack remains trapped or is damaged, isolate the tool and use authorized service.
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Common symptoms
- No response when the switch is set to I
- Sander stops and restarts with the switch left at I
- On/off switch travel is blocked
- Powered motion continues after the switch is set to O
- Battery will not slide fully onto the tool rails
- Battery seats but will not latch
- Speed dial will not turn through its range
- Pad speed does not change across the dial range