What is up with the eraser?? Every time I use, it goes right back down in the pencil. Is mine broke or is there a way to stop it from doing this??
37584
I have the exact same problem, which is what lead me back to pencil shopping. It's so annoying!
37585
Well, I've only had that issue when i used the eraser a lot. There is no way to stop it from going down after that. My advice is get an eraser on the side like a "magic rub" eraser. How this helps :(
37586
That has happened with some of the ones I've used. No big problem. Just hold it with your fingers around the piece that's moving and the eraser will stay put. It sounds awkward, but it's really not. When you flip the pencil to erase, just slide your fingers down to the rim and hold it as you erase. The eraser won't be able to move. It's one of the few flaws.
37587
Don't advance the length of the eraser by pulling it out. Advance the eraser by turning the ribbed collar at the eraser-end of the pencil, at the base of the eraser.There is a screw-type mechanism that moves a platform at the base of the eraser that prevents it from sliding back into the pencil when you apply pressure while erasing. It's really very ingenious.
1233766
The "Lead" is actually a 0.5mm graphite rod that advances from the tip by activating a clicking mechanism which encompasses the upper portion also containing the eraser. Lead hasn't been used in pencils probably ever, but pecils were long the cause of lead poisioning because of the paint which DID contain high amounts of lead. And you know how hard it is to stop chewing on a pencil. I use the thread of lead poisioning now to deter my child from putting the pencil in his mouth, but you and i both know that it is unlikely.
1189866
No it has a sharpener where the eraser should be. I recommend moo erasers for this type of pencil.
1210313
Try using a dampened Mr. Clean Magic Eraser, that I purchase at Walmart. Works great for me.
2021178
So far, I've tried Permanent, dry erase, wet erase and nothing works. I've put a piece of tape on it and then wrote on the tape. Sorry I couldn't be of more help.
2061222
Those look to be the correct refills. Are you sure you are looking in the right place for the eraser? If you take off the cap and put it on the back for the pencil, then the small silver cap that you use to advance the lead can be removed to reveal the eraser.I hope this helps.
1606942
I have about 25 pens and pencils, a straight edge, a compass and a couple of erasers in mine. On the inside, where the pencil tips touch, has marks but it can certainly be washed. I've had mine for a few months now and it's still clean.I still don't get what the hole at the very end of the strap is used for. Any ideas anyone?
1477422
the whole pencil can be unscrewed into pieces.So I would unscrew the silver tip,then try to push a lead thru tip. Or small sewing needle.the original kerry back in the 80's used to have needle in the eraser cap the newer ones do not.
1689838
You must click the top cover over the eraser or the eraser itself to advance lead. The main reason this is my favorite pencil is that it automatically rotates the lead as you write, keeping the lead pointed and greatly reducing lead breakage.
2105564
I have mine in the art classroom for more than a month without problems. I wonder if the person whose sharpener broke after 1 month mistook the overheat shut off as a breakage. Mine sharpens very fast and keeps the lead centered... very important when running a fast paced art room of middle schoolers. The last two sharpeners I had each lasted a couple of weeks before showing problems. They also did a poor job of centering the lead of colored pencils. I would recommend this to any classroom teacher.
1714801
The eraser is virtually the same as the erasers on Pentel pencils. It's adjustable but, as with the Pentel, it's a pain to use as you have to remove the eraser cap. So I usually opt for a separate eraser unless I'm in the field.
2055675
I have to guess a bit since I don't have your pencil in my hand, so please be gentle with me if I misunderstood. Most commonly, jamming occurs when you forget to retract the last lead. When you have finishe using a lead, 1) tip the pencil upside down 2) push in the yellow button at the end (now on the bottom, since it is inverted) 3) the lead will fall back into its slot. If this doesn't happen, you have begun to turn the selector already, thus pinching the lead so that it cannot fall back down into its "home" slot. GENTLY twist right or left, which ever way allows the lead to drop free. If that doesn't solve your problem, my next guess is that somehow locked your lead (or a broken piece of your lead) in the little vise jaws which hold it while you write. 1) Open a paper clip, so you can use it as a small wire tool. 2) hold the pen in the normal writing way, point down. 3) Push and hold down the yellow button on the top 4) with the paper clip tool, GENTLY poke into the place where the lead is jammed. It should fall out. I hope that helps.
499208
Yes, the eraser works very well. I've been using these pencils for years, and I make a lot of mistakes.
491206
I don't know. It shut off before the pencil was sharp. I tried to sharpen brand new pencils and it barely began to sharpen when it shut off. I'd wait until it reset and try again. Still not sharp. It took at least 6 times through to get the pencil sharp.
158284
You can pop out the eraser with the en of a paper clip or pull it out using your fingers. Good luck.
624659
I lay the board down when drawing on it, then lift it into place when finished. I have never had an issue with it running, but I can see where if you kept mashing the tip all the way while using it that would happen. Ideally you push down once or twice to load the tip then write or draw, pushing again only as needed. It takes a minute to get the technique down, but it is quick and easy and the end result looks great! I even let the students use them without any problems.
197620
No, it won't run out because it's not the same as a pencil eraser. I've been using mine for a while, and I don't really see any part of it disappearing.