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FM-14: FM-14 CHUCK, HOUSING, HANDLE, BATTERY MOUNT, OR VENTS ARE DAMAGED

FM-14 CHUCK, HOUSING, HANDLE, BATTERY MOUNT, OR VENTS ARE DAMAGED

Diagnostic overview

FM-14 CHUCK, HOUSING, HANDLE, BATTERY MOUNT, OR VENTS ARE DAMAGED

Likely Root Causes

  • Drop or impact cracked the housing or handle
  • Chuck shell or spindle nose is visibly damaged
  • Battery mount or release area is split or distorted
  • Vent openings are broken or permanently blocked
  • Open seams or exposed wiring make the tool unsafe

Quick Checks

  1. owner-replaceable.

Related symptoms

  • The chuck, housing, handle, battery mount, labels, or vents are loose, cracked, obstructed, or damaged.

    The chuck, housing, handle, battery mount, labels, or 1. Center-lock, remove the pack, and stop use for full exterior inspection.

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