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HereSince1628

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6. It's over 6 months old. The original batteries that came with the drill lasted >8 years

Reply to Warpy (Reply #5)

Fri Nov 22, 2013, 05:09 PM

Nov 2013

My guess is...this battery was MADE in _____________ (fill in a nation known for zero quality control in its factories).

I suppose taking apart the battery is less ri$ky than doing the same to the drill...

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A 12 volt NiCd battery on a drill, sizzled and then started smoking [View all] HereSince1628 Nov 2013 OP

Probably the battery intaglio Nov 2013 #1

Thanks. HereSince1628 Nov 2013 #2

I'd guess it's the battery Warpy Nov 2013 #3

Somehow I fing myself intimidated to do that... HereSince1628 Nov 2013 #4

If it's new, you'll void the warranty if they know you've had it apart Warpy Nov 2013 #5

It's over 6 months old. The original batteries that came with the drill lasted >8 years HereSince1628 Nov 2013 #6

Check the manufacturer's website Warpy Nov 2013 #7