Troubleshooting Red Release Button Not Releasing Erickson Re-Tractable Ratchet Strap
Updated 11/11/2024 | Published 12/12/2021
Question:
the red release button does not release the strap It is stuck
asked by: Sharon
Expert Reply:
When using the red release button on the Erickson Re-Tractable Ratchet Straps # EM34416 it takes more than a simple press of the button to release the tension. Make sure you get a firm grip on the ratchet when you press the button and then close the whole ratchet to release the tension. See the attached video starting at the 50 second mark which demonstrates this.
If you have followed the video and it still isn't releasing, you may need to add a little lubricant like WD-40 if it is stuck.
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Erickson Re-Tractable Ratchet Straps w/ Push Button Releases - 2" x 10' - 1,100 lbs - Qty 2
- Ratchet Straps
- Trailer
- Truck Bed
- S-Hooks
- 2 Straps
- Retractable
- 6 - 10 Feet Long
- 1-1/8 - 2 Inch Wide
- 851 - 1200 lbs
- Erickson
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Don A.
11/11/2024
Excellent explanation on how to release the tension on my Erickson strap. Bravo!