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How to Fix an Unwinding Tape Measure

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  1. How to Fix an Unwinding Tape Measure, How to Fix an Unwinding Tape Measure: étape 1, image 1 de 1
    • Grab your broken tape measure and inspect so that it doesn't retract.

    • Make sure it is not locked.

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    • Remove the four 3mm Phillips #1 screws on the case around the clip.

    • Remove the 3mm Phillips #1 screw from the center of the clip.

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    • Separate the two halves of the case by pulling them apart.

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    • Begin unwinding your tape measure until you get to the end of the tape.

    • Remember to be careful when retracting so that the spring doesn't come out or you hurt someone when the whole tape is out.

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    • When the whole tape is out, slowly begin rolling it back in.

    • Roll it back in keeping your thumb firmly pressed on the wheel so that it goes back in smoothly and won't come out.

    • Once you start reaching the end, keep the tape straight with your thumb so that it retracts with no inconveniences.

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    • Once you have rolled the tape in again, place the top back on making sure the tape doesn't come out or roll out by itself.

    • Remember to keep your thumb on the wheel as you put on the top so that it doesn't come out and hurt anyone!

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    • Begin placing the screws back in to their respective places and screwing them back in tightly.

    • Do this as you apply pressure on the top so that no parts come out.

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    • Once your screws are back on, check your tape measure to see if it works properly or not.

    • If it isn't working the way you wanted to, repeat steps 2-7.

Conclusion

To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.

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