The rechargeing cord will not stay in unit unless you hold it, which is a little difficult while driving. What are my options?
1006147
That is true I leave it on my lap when I drive it's a pain to drive like that but I don't what to do.
1006148
I would buy a new cord, obviously connection is not strong and you do not want it cutting off when driving. Good luck.
1006149
I had the same problem. I bought a new cord, off brand, cheapo cord and it works great.
1419258
Good luck. Mine failed twice at the plug where the charging USB cord plugs in. It came apart, and I could no longer charge the unit.
526101
There is a "stopper" on the cord which leaves about 12 inches of cord plus the plug exposed. In all honesty, I seldom retract the cord. I figured it would be a part that wears out quickly, so I just coil the cord.
1286110
I had the same issue, it took pushing the connector further in (not much) then depress the center tab, hold it down while pulling the plug loose.
1272974
In my car cassette player the chord protrudes out too far to charge it while in the player. I have to remove it, charge it and then reinsert the adapter.
108426
If it pulls out and doesn't retract, you manually wind it by spinning the bottom of the cover. The cord should retract by putlling and releasing like a yoyo.
662068
I am sorry for your problem. I fear that you will need to take to dealer. I never had such a problem, unless you have charger problems? I did replace mine. Good luck.
349911
I found out it wasn't the unit - the cord/charger was bad. A lot cheaper to replace than the main unit. If you know someone else with the same model, try borrowing their charger cord and testing it with your unit. Odds are that's the problem. Good luck.
91215
They have a video showing how to do it here: http://www.locklaces.com/blog/learning-center/how-to-reopen-and-reinstall-the-cord-clip/If it doesn't seem to come out right away, you might be prying from the wrong side. Try the other opening. When I did it popped right open.
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To keep the unit sturdy, it is a very tight fit in the 12v socket. First I would make sure that you have it pushed in far enough to make connection. If that doesn't work you could do some troubleshooting. If the red light on the device is lit when you turn your car on, then the car is charging the device and it should turn on. If it doesn't turn on then I would return the device. If the red light does not turn on and you are sure the device is plugged in all the way, as discussed earlier, try a different car or a different socket. You may have blown the fuse in your car that controls the 12v socket. This is easily replaced (read your car manual or look it up online). Hope this helps! To keep the unit sturdy, it is a very tight fit in the 12v socket. First I would make sure that you have it pushed in far enough to make connection. If that doesn't work you could do some troubleshooting. If the red light on the device is lit when you turn your car on, then the car is charging the device and it should turn on. If it doesn't turn on then I would return the device. If the red light does not turn on and you are sure the device is plugged in all the way, as discussed earlier, try a different car or a different socket. You may have blown the fuse in your car that controls the... » Read More To keep the unit sturdy, it is a very tight fit in the 12v socket. First I would make sure that you have it pushed in far enough to make connection. If that doesn't work you could do some troubleshooting. If the red light on the device is lit when you turn your car on, then the car is charging the device and it should turn on. If it doesn't turn on then I would return the device. If the red light does not turn on and you are sure the device is plugged in all the way, as discussed earlier, try a different car or a different socket. You may have blown the fuse in your car that controls the 12v socket. This is easily replaced (read your car manual or look it up online). Hope this helps! « Show Less
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Take a look at your manual page 299. You will see in figure 1 something called the power connector cover 2 that literally folds down from the sidewalll of the battery compartment allowing the cord to exit and the cover to close. I hope this helps.
1235196
I used 'sticky' tape (or a small piece of velcro) and have had no problems with it's coming loose. Works great. Removing and re-installing the battery was no problem.
63729
Try and see if there is a plastic tab sticking out of the on/off switch. it keeps the battery from discharging prematurely.
2130195
Cord does not retract-it tucks away in grooves wrapping around the device and the USB locks in a slot
1845798
don't leave it in a hot area, store/keep it in a cool place. Check the cord. You may have a short and need replacement. That's what happened to me.
1093366
Lift straight up on the charging end of the battery, it should lift out without any problem. Don't force the plastic tab it is only there to stop the battery from falling off of the charging unit.
2100178
It does sound like a flaw in the cord as I have not seen anything like that with mine. You should give the company a call