Replacing a Patagonia Freewheeler Luggage Handle

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Replacing a Patagonia Freewheeler Luggage Handle

Difficulty

Easy

Steps

Time Required

5 - 10 minutes

Introduction

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Freewheeler handle replacement overview.

The handle on your Patagonia Freewheeler Luggage is designed to withstand years of hard use. But sometimes the handle becomes jammed or stuck and needs to be replaced to operate properly. Fortunately, installing a replacement handle is quick and easy.

For replacement parts or further assistance, contact Patagonia Customer Service.

Tools

Phillips #1 Screwdriver

Step 1

Lay your Wheeled Luggage on its back on a table.
Unzip the main zipper.

Step 2

Open the main compartment of your bag until it lays flat on the table.

Step 3

Unzip the the zipper in the grey lining of the bag, opening the lining as you go.

Step 4

Remove the four, red Phillips #1 screws from the frame.

Step 5

Remove the two black plastic retaining brackets from the frame.

Step 6

Depress the button on the handle by gripping firmly.

Step 7

With the button handle still depressed, pull the handle straight out of the bag.

With the button handle still depressed, pull the handle straight out of the bag.
This may require some force. If the handle doesn't come out right away you may have to pull harder.

Step 8

When inserting a new handle, be sure to push the handle in until there is a loud click, and the brackets on the handle lay flush with the bag.

When inserting a new handle, be sure to push the handle in until there is a loud click, and the brackets on the handle lay flush with the bag.

Step 9

If you are still having trouble with your handle, check the pins inside the bag.
When you depress the button on the handle, the two pins on the sides of the handle should retract, freeing the handle to slide.
If either pin is not retracting use a pencil, screwdriver, or other thin object to push the pin into the hole.