A backpack’s zipper is one of its most vital components, keeping your belongings secure and providing easy access. Unfortunately, even the most well-designed and durable backpacks can suffer from malfunctioning zippers at some point. The good news is that a zipper can usually be fixed quickly and easily with materials you probably already have lying around your house. In this article, we’ll take a look at some of the most common problems that can occur with backpack zippers and offer quick fixes for each.
A Stuck Zipper
If your zipper is stuck, the most straightforward fix is to lubricate it. Try rubbing a graphite pencil, wax, or soap along the zipper teeth to help it slide smoothly.
Bent Zipper Teeth
Sometimes, the teeth of a zipper can become misaligned, which can prevent the zipper from opening and closing properly. If this is the case, use a pair of pliers to gently manipulate the zipper’s teeth back into their original position. Be careful not to apply too much pressure, as you could risk breaking the teeth completely. Once the zipper teeth are properly aligned, slowly test it to ensure that it opens and closes without any resistance.
Broken Zipper Slider
The slider is a crucial component of a backpack’s zipper, as it helps to connect the chain to the zipper teeth or coil. If the slider becomes damaged, it can render your zipper entirely useless, as it will no longer be able to mesh together with the zipper teeth or coil. This problem is usually easy to fix, but may require a bit of tinkering with the gears within the zipper.
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