failure mode
FM-23: Dust bag collar will not lock onto the dust port
The bag collar fits over the port but will not turn clockwise into a retained locked position.
Diagnostic overview
The bag collar fits over the port but will not turn clockwise into a retained locked position.
Likely Root Causes
- Collar and port lugs are misaligned
- Dust is packed in the locking interface
- Collar or lugs are cracked or worn
- Wrong bag or connector is being used
Quick Checks
- The collar turns into lock and resists a gentle pull.
Repair Preview
- Remove the battery and align the correct collar squarely with the dust port.
- - Dry-clean the collar grooves and port locking lugs
- Seat fully, then turn clockwise while supporting the tool.
- - Pull-check the lock
This is a preview of the troubleshooting guidance included in the full repair manual.
Common Fixes
- Dust port and locking lugs
- Dust bag, collar, spring
Related symptoms
Dust bag collar will not lock onto the dust port
The bag collar fits over the port but will not turn clockwise into a retained locked position.
Included in the full manual
- root cause analysis
- tools needed
- step-by-step repair procedure
- diagrams
- exploded views
- post-repair checks
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