How do you open the container? I haven't gotten mine open yet!
206858
I've used a butter knife between the bottom of the lid and the side of my thumb to pry it open. Just be careful not to spill it everywhere!
976781
There are some clips on the side that they snap into place you have to use your finger nail or something to push them up or in to be able to get it open. Once you get those going then you should try to wedge something in there so as it stays open and then do the others. Either do it from the top or the bottom and then go from there. Be gentle. its difficult to open but once you put your "CLEANED" i pad in there next to nothing gets to it. Dust water etc and every few(4/5) months pop it open and clean it out.
1173379
That can be a little tricky, especially after some mineral build-up. You have to press down pretty firmly on the cap while turning it open - like a child-proof cap. I still love my steamer, once you get yours open, I hope you can say the same. Good luck!
2136008
I had trouble at first too .. I think there are clear stickers/tape that hold the top and bottom of the tray together that you need to remove before it will open easily. Look very closely and see if you can find and remove them and then try again!
1337621
Hummmm...I'm not sure how you're trying to open them if it's causing difficulty. If you use a flat head screwdriver, and pry all around the can, like a pain can, it should pop right off. I'm sorry, I don't have any other suggestions, if you were opening it as I mentioned :-( Good luck!
614063
To open the canister, simply flip the latch upwards which releases the square loop holding the lid. To close, position the square loop over the tongue on the lid and flip down to lock. Super simple!
587648
Can't help you friend. The instruction that came with mine , stated the lid is to remain open during operation. Sorry.
466762
I tried to open and close the lid when it is empty. I had to use booth of my thumbs to push it open. I am not sure what is the best solution other than a different design.
2058426
Had the same problem...you have to push the small gray button on the bottom up, while at the same time sliding the compartment open to the side. Hope this helps!
635552
Yours must just be stiff. I just get a firm grip on it and turn the top opening to the left. However, you will then need to re-pressurize it by pumping it up. Maybe you have too much pressure in it - try opening the little pressure valve first and then it should unscrew more easily.
1275699
Yes, I too am on my second, one for another house, and I have found that all you need to do is raise the top high enough to get ahold of the jar lid, and it will automatically grip and turn the top until it opens after you press the start button. Even the most difficult to open jars of Sunsweet Prunes open with a little pop in just a few seconds.
1165319
That's funny because I had the same question! I tried and tried but could not figure out how to get the darn thing open!!!
720226
There is a slit at the top right. Just use your fingernail or a small screw driver and pry it open.
51872
Mine opened just not easily. I held the unit in both hands and pressed in the direction of the arrow with both thumbs. It required more pressure than I expected. Good luck!
1303624
The base of the canister should unscrew from the long body of the canister (canister:housing of filter) . At least that is how I got mine open with no tools except maybe gloves, and likely leather garden gloves to get a better grip.
2148315
Pull the band (using its finger-hole) that circles the top of the container. It's a very difficult pull; I've had to have my husband do it for me, and he has often used tools to get it started.
892079
I just had the same problem. GRRRR What did you end up doing to get it open?