They work on a pair of rotatable wheels inside a storage space that houses the entire length of the cord. When a user pulls the cord, extending it, the ratchets lock automatically, preventing the cord from rolling back up into its original storage position.

How does a retractable work?

A retractable cord works by providing a small storage space for excess cord. The cord is on a set of rotatable wheels which contain space for the entire length of the cord. The entire process is similar to the winding of a fishing wheel.

How does a retractable mechanism work?

They work on a pair of rotatable wheels inside a storage space that houses the entire length of the cord. When a user pulls the cord, extending it, the ratchets lock automatically, preventing the cord from rolling back up into its original storage position.

How do you fix a retractable vacuum cord?

Begin the Repair Grip the cord a few inches from the hole in the vacuum cleaner that it feeds into. Give a sharp tug on the cord. Release the cord to re-engage the winding mechanism. Feed the cord back into the vacuum cleaner until the plug stops at the hole.

What makes something retractable?

Retractable things — like an umbrella — have a part that is concealed that can then be extended outward. A police baton is retractable if it can be short and compact or long and extended. A retractable roof can be extended as needed.