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FM-06: FM-06 BLADE-CLAMP LEVER WILL NOT OPEN OR CLOSE

The tool-free blade-clamp lever will not open or close fully, preventing blade changes or secure clamping.

Diagnostic overview

The tool-free blade-clamp lever will not open or close fully, preventing blade changes or secure clamping.

Likely Root Causes

  • Dry chips obstruct lever travel
  • Lever is forced against blade load
  • Lever, cam, pin, or spring is damaged
  • Front housing is impact-distorted
  • Internal clamp mechanism is corroded

Quick Checks

  1. The lever opens and closes fully and holds closed without force.

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Related symptoms

  • Clamp lever will not travel

    Clamp lever will not travel Remove the battery, clean the external lever area, and use FM-06.

  • The tool-free blade-clamp release lever will not reach full open or close securely.

    The tool-free blade-clamp release lever will not reach 1. Remove battery; let the blade cool before touching the clamp.

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