20 Most Recent Stanley 30-305 HI VIS MEASURING TAPE Questions & Answers

Yes, but it is a royal pain. The tape has a slot (some are "T" shape and some are tear-drop) in the end, and this fits on to a tension coil inside the unit. What you have to do is re-coil the spring and reattach the tape to it... that is assuming that the tape did not come out because it broke at the slot. There is no way to find out haw many times the spring must be wound, so it is all trial and error.

personally - I suggest waiting untill they go on sale and picking up a new one. I know that's not the answer you want, but it may be a lot easier.

Good luck.

you can try to pull the tape all the way out and then with a rag lightly oiled let the tape rewind back into the housing if that does not work then you probably need to purchase a new tape. for whatever reasona the spring inside has gotten weak. i use a tape daily and have had this same problem when a tape gets old or abused

Take the four corner screws out and the last center (short screw out). Split the shells in two pieces. Seperate the yellow or measureing tape from the black spindle tape. The spindle tape holds or attaches the measurement tap to the spindle. I have only seen a plastic spindle and this tutorial only applies to the plastic one. Take the spindle out and set the half casings on their backs, so you can see the cavity of the shells. The black spindle tape will be preformed to only wrap one way. Go ahead and attach the yello measuring tape to the black spindle tape. Pay close attention which side of the yellow tape is facing up or in our intended direction which is towards the center of the spindle. This way when you pull the tape out it is facing up for the person can see the measure marks. Wrap the tape tightly. If the tabs are broke and there's no way to secure the Yellow to the black, use two strips of Duct Tape and adhere the sections together. Do not use too much tape, since the clearance inside the spindle is tight. Once you wrap the tape inside, put a temporary piece of tape to secure the yellow and keep it from unraveling again. Next take a 1" wood screw and a battery powered drill and insert the screw into the center of the plastic spindle. Slowly tap the screw until it catches, do not drill the screw all the way in, only enough to catch in the plastic. Once the screw is partly into the plastic place the spindle into one of the half shells. The reason for the drill and screw is to return the tension back to the internal spring. Whichever side you placed the screw into you need to be sure to apply a clockwise turn. Keep the hex head of the drill so to not release the tension. At the same time place the spindle in the half shell and lock its square center piece into the shell. Now you can remove the screw from the center, then remove the tape holding the yellow meauring tape down, Still holding the measuring tape so it wont unravel, begin placing the last half shell on. Obviously you need to line everything up so the tape slides freely through its opening. Align the tape slide stop, which rests between the two shell halves. Replace the screws and remember the short one goes in the middle and holds down the belt clip.

Frank

Question edited for clarity. The LED Area Light or the Unit display. The backlit display always stays on to alert you to the internal battery status, so that when you come to use it, it should be fully charged. https://www.manualslib.com/manual/2188388/Stanley-Fatmax-Pp1dcs.html?page=2&term=light&selected=1#manual

I'm having same problem... anyone know?

replace battery. Check your manual that came with unit. copy and paste Stanley fat max power it 1000a battery

Select a location that is relatively level and flat. The edge of a bench is best so that the level can be placed in the same position when the level is rotated during the calibration process. To calibrate follow below: Press and hold Calibrate button for about 4 seconds. The display will now show CAL1. Press the Calibrate button briefly again and the 1 will flash, a beep will be heard and CAL2 will be displayed. Rotate the level 180° end to end with the display still facing you whilst the level is now upside down. Place the level in the same location. Press the Calibrate button briefly one last time. The 2 will flash, a beep will be heard and the display will revert back to normal.

From the the attached photo I see that you have completely disassemble the tape. This makes the tape almost impossible to reassemble. The spring has to be back wound fully, the blade attached and retracted back into the case using the back wound spring. This requires special equipment that is not overly complicated, however not possible to make for a once off use. I have designed, built and trained operators to use this type of equipment in a production situation, however in my 35 years of experience I have never been seen anyone back wind a spring by hand. Sorry to say but the tape is ready for the trash.

It is a known issue! https://www.google.com/search?q=stanley+fatmax+powerit+1000a+wont+turn+off ..

stanley fatmax jumpstarter 1000A light wont turn off?

TAKE IT BACK TO THE DEALER

Most stud finders have a sensitivity adjustment that should be carefully adjusted per instruction manual before use. Failure to do this results in erroneous indications. If you have adjusted exactly per the instructions with the same result the unit is probably faulty.

Possible low battery.

here is the website:https://www.stanleytools.com/products/hand-tools/flashlights-lighting/spotlight/waterproof-led-rechargeable-spotlight/fl5w10and they say the warranty is 1 year:Warranty1 Year Limited WarrantyThe manufacturer, Baccus Global warrants products against defects in materials and workmanship for a period of ONE (1) YEAR from the date of retail purchase by the original end-user purchaser ("Warranty Period").If there is a defect and a valid claim is received within the Warranty Period, the defective product can be replaced or repaired in the following ways: (1) Return the product to the manufacturer for repair or replacement at manufacturer's option. Proof of purchase may be required by manufacturer. (2) Return the product to the retailer where product was purchased for an exchange (provided that the store is a participating retailer). Returns to retailer should be made within the time period of the retailer's return policy for exchanges only (usually 30 to 90 days after the sale). Proof of purchase may be required. Please check with the retailer for their specific return policy regarding returns that are beyond the time set for exchanges. Please call 1-877-571-2391 for more information or return instructions.This warranty does not apply to accessories, bulbs, fuses and batteries; defects resulting from normal wear and tear, accidents; damages sustained during shipping; alterations; unauthorized use or repair; neglect, misuse, abuse; and failure to follow instructions for care and maintenance for the product.OOtherwise, check with the seller who sold it to your wife - If they are unwilling, and more companies seem to be going this route, go to the Manufacturer

Yes. Unless one was provided the standard is to just use an extension cord.

I have just read the device instructions and although the device offers usb charging or power up to half an amp it does not and cannot communicate digitally...