How do you correct the locking device from automatically locking up? It is quite loose and I cannot tighten it.
1246057
You should be able to tighten the screw down and that'll make it more difficult to lock. There's 3 parts there, the screw, the locking piece and a small washer. Take the screw out entirely and check that it wasn't stripped then reinstall and tighten down. If it doesn't fix it I recommend you order a new screw/lock/washer set from felcostore.com. If you need any additional parts (like a blade or spring) order it too.
1246058
I haven't had a problem. I bought these because our gardner has used them for 15 years and still has the same pair. May be contact the seller.
1246059
It's a little difficult to answer without having it in my hands but from experience these things get worn to the point that they have gotten thinner and the screw is designed to only tighten just so far. You might have to replace the lock and/or the screw. Felco's are great in that you can buy the replacement parts in an individual package. I think there is one package with just the screw and the lock you need. I would replace both and you should be good to go. You can go on line or to the place you bought them from and find the parts. I think you'll be fine then.
856345
I have never had a problem. Is it in a locked position by any chance? It may be defective because mine always worked. Sorry I am not of more help!
2222578
My solution--not the best, to be sure--is not to lock the thing in the first place, just use the little lock on the screen, which is easily undone.
301305
I think you don't have enough tension on the locks. Turn them to make the locking mechanism too tight to lock....then back off until they do lock.Give it a try.
1480669
Hi - No, it shouldn't lock up you every time. I have had the same issue with the handle sticking on my end. Mine doesn't stick (or lock) all the time, just some of the time. I'm guessing there's an internal part that is not releasing properly after the handle is squeezed. I never returned mine because while it's very frustrating, it doesn't happen often enough. I'm sure if I was proactive and cleaned it to make sure the line wasn't clogged it might work better. Anyway, if the handle locks up all the time I would return it or contact the manufacturer. I hope this was helpful.
925397
I looked mine over and found no way to lock it. I do not believe that it can be locked.
313401
Just twist it one way to loosen and the other to tighten. Maybe there is something wrong with it. Check with the manufacturer. Sorry I could not be more helpful
938063
It's a little tricky, if you twist the top one way it locks. And if you push it down when in the lock position it can get stuck. So keep wiggling it, till it goes down easily, just may take a little getting used it.
244432
When you hear a couple clicks while pulling it out you should be able to release and it will lock. Sometimes it takes a couple tries to get it in the right spot. It must be in the click stage to lock.
166236
I have had no problem with locking. But it sometimes show incorrect length in the display.
602549
Tighten both sides more so that the locking mechanism holds. If it is too loose, then the gate won't lock into place and hold.
1706232
Have the locking mechanism in the unlocked position and turn it clockwise to tighten it
1954096
Sounds like someone might have changed the combo prior it shutting last time, or the screw that holds the lock arm is loose. Or some one tryed to force it try moving it slowly to re-engauge it, turn it the same direction a clock moves.
1987486
put lock tight on the screws and let dry per directions, mine have not been loose since. you have to put it on correctly or it will not work.
1737152
I didn't have any issues at all, my wife was able to lock in/lock out pretty easily. Might be defective piece.
1743015
I'd say it's a defective unit. If you can't tighten it up, I'd get another one. Both mine are tight and work great.
1898824
I had a similar issue after about the first week; there are couple of set screws (2 in each I believe) in each of the mounts that you can tighten. It worked for me. I hope this helps.