failure mode

FM-02: FM-02 THE BATTERY WILL NOT SEAT, LATCH, RELEASE, OR STAY SECURE

FM-02 THE BATTERY WILL NOT SEAT, LATCH, RELEASE, OR STAY SECURE

Diagnostic overview

FM-02 THE BATTERY WILL NOT SEAT, LATCH, RELEASE, OR STAY SECURE

Likely Root Causes

  • - Wrong battery or a modified battery is being used
  • - Debris is packed in the battery rails or latch pocket
  • - Battery case, release button, or latch is cracked
  • - Tool battery mount or housing is distorted
  • - Battery is swollen or contacts are displaced

Quick Checks

  1. Soft dry brush; known-good compatible battery.

Common Fixes

  • Housing or battery-mount item

Related symptoms

  • The battery will not slide in, click into place, release, or remain secure in the handle.

    The battery will not slide in, click into place, release, or Support the drill, press the release button, and never pry or force the FM-02

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