How do you get the center stem to extend? Legs took brute strength, but center won't budge. Damaged?
743488
I extend the legs first and tighten nuts...this gives the stand some downward weight. Then loosen the turn knob at end of center post and the inner tube should advance freely. Sounds like there may be a dent or crimp in the tubing or a metal burr that's catching. I'd return for an exchange.
743489
Well, hmm, after you loosen the bolt using the handle it should slide right out. I would recommend pliers and a rag over the stem and twist out. FYI: I superglued the nuts so that they don't fall out of the casing. Hope you know what I'm talking about. I almost lost one. Hope this helped out a bit. Take care!
743490
Probably. Center stem should extend easily, as should legs. Without visual inspection on my part, I suspect that the center tube is bent. I would look into return/exchange.
743491
The center stem is completely removable, so put a little oil at an appropriate point and turn it around a little. There is a knob to adjust as well to tighten and loosen. Mine was a little stiff when I received it, but is fine now. Hope that helps! Lois
743492
At risk of being of no help... make sure the thumb screws are loose on both.To avoid pinching I extend and retract the legs by gripping the collar or slider (what ever the thing is called that holds all the legs and slides up and down the center pole)
852068
Unfortunately you cannot adjust the legs. I have the same problem. I just prop the legs up and that seems for fix it.
506912
On the one I received there is a round tightener that needs to be loosened and then you slide the legs down the pole until they extend to whatever amount you want. If there is resistance when you try to do this then the screw needs to be loosened further. Also check that there is no damage to the legs or pole, there should be no problems at all and is just a very smooth sliding up and down for the legs to extend and then collapse back again.
1888571
It sounds like it is in a locked position. Twist the top stem part, until it releases, and is able to push down.
711693
The ends cannot be removed, that was the first thing I tried. I did not try to take apart from the center of the rod and put together again. When I get a chance I will try that. Thank you for your suggestions.
1855599
I had the same problem. If you can't remove it by pulling it as hard as you can. Return the control.If you try to pry it off the control will become damaged. The problem is the clip holding the knob on the stem istoo tight, the hole on the knob needs to be a hair larger
1656856
Did you try the actual physical adjustments on it, the controler adjustements don't seem to be able to compensate for it being put together out of alignment.
135829
You can try pushing from the holes inthe top.... I had no problem, I just pinched the bottom of mine and bent it. There are actually 2 of them inside... hope this helps
102250
Attaching the plastic feet was a little difficult. I screwed the legs in a little and backed off; repeated this regimen until they were fully in place.Here's a few suggestions:Try heating the legs a little with a hair dryer. The plastic will become more pliable and should go on a lot easier.For the legs that have been stripped, use Loctite Plastic Repair Putty. Put a little on the screw and then put the leg on. Let it dry overnight (this stuff works well with metal to plastic).Hope this helps.
445503
Remove one of the feet and take it to the hardware store. Ask a sales person for help if you need to. They may have a suitable replacement.
184699
Thanks for your post - I just tried it now and it works! I had always thought it would break if I force it up because it seemed to be really stuck. But since you described how to do it I was more confident, and it now works! thanks again
279874
flip it over, look for a flat wood center platform with a center hole and four unused holes surrounding it. Even if it is the wrong bolt pattern (mine was) just center it and drill four new holes. Obviously you have to remove the existing legs or supports.
529635
If the stem bothers you you can either trim it or turn it inside out. Try inside out first as it may be all that is needed.
1461499
We had the same issues. My husband tried to fix it by putting in extra washers on the uneven leg. But it kept on coming off. He must have fixed it a couple of times before it finally stayed on. the best thing is to request the company to give you the correct sized legs.
279564
I had a similar problem...I would suggest making sure your not fighting gravity. Other wise then that send the damn thing back
1726510
The best source for replacing the missing piece is the manufacturer. Or, take a piece of wood the same thickness as the other and tape it to the leg, that will stabilize it.
1528214
The handlebar car be raised by the bolt you loosened but not by much. If you need to raise it more you could buy a different set of handlebars or you could get a longer stem.