Coil Zipper Issue Diagnosis

Escrito Por: Brittany McCrigler
  • Comentários: 14
Coil Zipper Issue Diagnosis

Dificuldade

Very easy

Passos

7

Tempo necessário

5 minutes

Introdução

This guide outlines common coil zipper issues and whether they can be repaired with a zipper slider replacement or require a full zipper line replacement.

Correct issue diagnosis is the second step in the Patagonia zipper repair process. Patagonia replacement parts can be obtained by calling or messaging Patagonia Customer Service.

The 3 Stages of Patagonia Zipper Repair

  1. Identify the zipper type
  2. Diagnose the issue
  3. Repair the zipper

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    • Slider

    • Pull

    • Top Stops

    • Box and Pin

    • Teeth / Coil

    • Tape

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    • A common issue is the zipper tape splitting after the slider has been pulled up. This could be because the pin wasn't inserted all the way into the box and the sides of the tape are misaligned.

    • Carefully unzip the zipper and then check for debris in the zipper box.

    • Reinsert the pin into the zipper box, ensuring that it is in as far as possible, and re-zip the zipper.

    • If this method doesn't work or the slider is missing entirely, it's likely that a Coil Zipper Slider Replacement will fix the issue.

    • First, check that Steps 4 - 7 do not apply to the zipper and then proceed with the slider replacement.

    What if the zipper comes open in the middle after the zipper has been closed? Is it still the zipper slider that is the problem?

    Cass Venn -

    The zipper opened from the bottom of my coat, probably beacause I did not fixed it properly when zipping it. So probably noiting is wrong with it. Howevever , I can not slide the zipper back any more (without excessieve force). How do I fix this? Do I need to remove the stopper at the top to get it loos again?

    Sytse Henstra -

    Hey Sytse!

    Using force is a bit of a balance. It’s okay to apply some, but not too much that it damages the zipper coil.
    Here is a technique that might help:
    (1) Locate the free side of the zipper (the side the slider is not attached to when the zipper is open). At the bottom, this side usually has a pin instead of a box.

    (2) Lift the pull tab on the slider with one hand. This can disengage the locking mechanism insider the slider if there is one.

    (3) Gently pull the free side of the zipper upward while guiding the slider down. This will unalign the two sides of the zipper.

    (4) Keep pulling until the pin reaches the slider, then slide it through so the two sides separate.

    There is a similar technique in Step 8 of this guide to give you a bit of an idea of what this might look like!

    If that doesn’t work, the next option is to remove the top stoppers on both sides, take the slider off, and reinstall it. That will reset the zipper completely! :)

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    • A common issue for a coil zipper is slider damage:

    • If the slider is missing its pull tab or crown, it will be difficult to pull up.

    • A loose slider won't keep the teeth together effectively and they will split open after the slider has been pulled up.

    • A compacted slider will be too tight and it will be difficult to pull up the slider.

    • If any of these are the case, or if the slider is missing entirely, it's likely that a Coil Zipper Slider Replacement will fix the issue.

    • First check that Steps 4 - 7 do not apply to the zipper and then proceed with the slider replacement.

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    • The zipper in the first photo is missing the zipper box at the bottom where the pin is inserted. The zipper in the second photo is missing the zipper pin. The only way to permanently fix these issues is to replace the entire zipper line.

    • Check out Advanced No-Sew Zipper Repair Techniques for a temporary quick fix.

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    • In this photo the plastic coated section of tape next to the zipper pin is torn. This is common because repeated insertion into the box causes wear. The only way to permanently fix this issue is to replace the entire zipper line.

    • Check out Advanced No-Sew Zipper Repair Techniques for a temporary quick fix.

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    • The zipper in this photo has a damaged coil. The only way to permanently fix this issue is to replace the entire zipper line.

    • Check out Advanced No-Sew Zipper Repair Techniques for a temporary quick fix.

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    • The zipper in this photo has a torn zipper tape alongside the coil. The only way to permanently fix this issue is to replace the entire zipper line.

    • Check out Advanced No-Sew Zipper Repair Techniques for a temporary quick fix.

Autor(a)

Brittany McCrigler

Membro desde: 05/03/12

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11 comentários

I would like to know how to repair a zipper when some of the coils have become unsewn from the zipper tape; i.e., the thread/stitches have worn away from use. Do I just sew over and under the coils? The original stitches were like crochet, with the thread pulled through loops, and they went over the top of the coil as well the bottom. I don't have a crochet hook that small and am wondering what is the best way to proceed. The stitches must not get in the way of the "zipping" action. Any ideas?

Thanks!

Pam Sebastian -

Hi Pam, I know you posted this in 2016, but this might help other as well. There is a chain stitch that YKK uses in manufacturing that holds the coil in place and helps keep each coil aligned. Likely at this point, you need a new zipper replacement. Because the chain stitch broke it will continue to unravel and cause problems with normal operation. Any Patagonia customer with this issue could send in their jacket for zipper replacement.

https://www.patagonia.com/start-repair/

Marty Chapman -

With a hand lens I can see the the plastic coils, which are otherwise in good condition, have worn flats at their edges where the taper on the slider pushes the coils together. Is there similar or worse wear on the metal slider? Seems unlikely. Do replacement sliders have a slightly narrower taper to allow for the worn plastic? If the replacement metal slider is the same size as the original I can't see why it would solve the problem of poor meshing of the coils when under slight load.

Dave Empson -

The most likely reason that your zipper opens up is that the slider is loose and unable to mesh or engage the coil element properly. You may be able to squeeze the slider at the top and bottom together with a pair of pliers to tighten it back up. Be mindful that you can over tighten or squeeze the slider and prevent it from moving. Do this incrementally, adding slight pressure and test the function to measure your progress.

Your other question: New sliders are just that, new and have not loosened up over time with use.

Another possibility or problem is that a section of the coil is out of alignment and can't mesh together. You might be able to simply bend the specific coil back into alignment like the other coils above and below are positioned. If neither of these solutions

If any of these three solutions don't work you can send it to Patagonia for Repair.

Marty Chapman -

Hi I have a branc new zipper the slide has been separated from one side of the coil how can I push coil back in the slide?

debsewblessed -

How can I push the coil back in the slider

debsewblessed -

Do you mean that your zipper slider came off the zipper altogether?

Marty Chapman -

The zipper on my puffy sweater jacket separates in the middle when it’s zipped up. Is there a repair?

zuelkems -

Hi Zuelkems, the simple answer is YES. Please see my reply above to a similar problem above.

Marty Chapman -

I have an older women’s better Sweater that needs a full zipper replacement. Where can I send the sweater to have this done. Thank you.

Pamela Badger -

coil zipper is separating from the tape and it looks like the thread that holds the coil zipper on broke, how might this have happened. I've only worn it a few times and washed per the instructions? it's about 10-12 inches down from the top start of the zipper and this is now my second one. Please help.

Stacey Erlich Watkins -