FM-13: FM-13 ELECTRIC BRAKE DOES NOT STOP THE BLADE PROMPTLY

After releasing the trigger, the blade continues to stroke noticeably longer than normal, indicating the electric brake is not stopping the blade promptly.

• Trigger does not return fully
• Battery or contact connection is unstable
• Brake switching path is worn or faulty
• Motor brushes or commutator are worn
• Motor or drive has an internal fault

1. The blade stops promptly and consistently after every trigger release.

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• Cool charged known-good battery

• After the trigger is released, the blade keeps stroking noticeably longer than normal.

  After the trigger is released, the blade keeps stroking 1. Remove battery; verify the trigger moves freely and returns fully.

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