How did the time traveler get his time machine back from the morlocks?

The time traveler retrieved his time machine from the Morlocks by using his knowledge of their behavior and environment. He devised a plan to distract them, allowing him to sneak into their underground lair. Once he located the machine, he quickly activated it and escaped, narrowly avoiding being captured. This experience reinforced his understanding of the dangers posed by the Morlocks in the distant future.