Does anyone know how to open a Black and Decker digital advantage iron? - I suspect a loose connection where the power cord attaches to the iron and have taken the two screws out of the back plate but the plate is still attached.

It will be a Security Screw Nancy. There are a few different types, Torx is the most common, but others have a triangular slot and are popular on domestic irons. You need a set of security screwdrivers or screwdriver bits. Or you can take the iron down to Home Depot and ask someone in the tool department.

Tool to disassemble Black & Decker Digital Advantage Iron.

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please take it back, it will only give you more problems. irons are not made as well as they use to be.

have this done by an accredited appliance service shop as it is not a job for beginners.

This problem developed with our iron within the last week. Playing around with it today, I discovered that the dial WOULD respond to "persuasion". I forced it, and it cooperated. Find somebody with a stronger grip and try it.

Bring the iron to a Hardware store, ask for a set of tools right for the type of screws (maybe Torx, Security Torx, tri-wing, bristol and others).

Once you can open the iron and access to the cord you may change the power cord. it is easy.

Power goes on & off because the power cord is broken. This failure is very common on irons.

Good luck

http://useandcaremanuals.com/pdf/D1200,D1500,D1600,D1650997.pdf

Or http://useandcaremanuals.com/SearchManuals.aspx?SiteID=4

Hope this helps you.

If the iron is still in warranty send it back via the shop where you bought it, the inner wire is frayed and needs replacement, if you know an electrician its as simple as shortening the flex by a few inches and reattaching it again. the inner wires twist with time and become frayed or come loose from connection

I found a previous answer on FixTa.com that had a link to the owners manual for my iron. The info I needed was there and my problem is resolved!

my **** is to big for my girls friends ***** how do i get it in?

I work for Black and Decker customer support. Our customer service phone number is 1-800-231-9786.

If the iron isn't heating, it needs to be replaced. Unfortunately, the unit can't be repaired. The unit comes with a one year warranty from the date of purchase. Please call the number above so that we can determine your warranty eligibility and help you any way we can.

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