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FM-15: FM-15 BATTERY LOSES CHARGE RAPIDLY WHILE STORED DISCONNECTED

FM-15

Diagnostic overview

FM-15

Likely Root Causes

  • The sealed pack has abnormal self-discharge
  • A cell group or protection circuit is leaking energy internally
  • The pack was stored hot, wet or near conductive debris
  • The apparent loss occurs only while installed in a tool or charger

Quick Checks

  1. The battery retains charge similarly to the known-good pack while disconnected, or abnormal self-discharge is proven.

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  • After a normal full charge, the battery loses a large amount of indicated charge or usable low-load runtime while stored by itself in a cool, dry place.

    After a normal full charge, the battery loses a large amount of 1. Remove the pack from all tools and chargers, screen it for damage, and charge it

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