How do I get the old glass carafe out of the frame without breaking it, and how do I get the new one in so it stays firmly in place?
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Slide out and twist carafe and frame in opposite directions, and slide new one in. Good luck. Mine is aluminium frame.
322686
The glass carafe simply slides in and out of the metal frame. It stays in well when upright. However, this means that when it is turned upside-down, it can slide out, so be sure to hang on to the glass.
322687
You will need a very small flathead screwdriver. Something like a hobby screwdriver you buy in a set. There are 2 bands around the carafe and if you look closely you will see the screw head inside. Be careful sliding in the new carafe,you will have to use your fingernails on both hands to adjust the the bands (slide) into the correct position before tightening the screws.
322688
The frame should have a screw at the top. Loosen it, take the carafe out, put in the new one, tighten the screw. I am assuming yours has a screw as all mine do.
1665129
I don't know why it happens but I had the same experience and left a review here on it. One way to work around it is (and this only works if you're only making 3 or so cups, otherwise you'll have a mess) to not put the carafe in until it's done brewing. I kept the dumb thing but ordered the glass universal which works fine.
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I have the glass carafe, and they easily develop cracks that you only see as soon as brewing starts!-I never brewed without water, and don't put it on the hot plate until it's cooled off.The replacement carafes (3) were Pricy from BV's Espresso Supply link, and appear to be defective/cracked/... BV rejects!
244884
Sometimes the sensor thingy that sits atop the glass carafe is not in the right spot. I usually start fresh and make sure all parts are in the right place---that usually does it.
551905
Had the same problem but got KA to replace with glass carafe that comes apart. No problems with that one.
743562
The same as the old fashioned way, just push the glass. It will click as it moves but won't break.
1219432
When I contacted B&D;'s customer service about replacing the carafe--it was cracked/chipped when we took it out of the box--they wouldn't replace it. I don't know, though, if they will sell a replacement. I'm so disappointed in this machine, I'm hoping the carafe will finally break so I can get something different!
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Hello,I understand how it seems confusing after you get all the pieces apart and do not know how they go back together. If you have your Bialetti in three pieces, hold the top of the Bialetti upside down so you are looking at the bottom of the top portion. Place the new metal filter disk in first so the part that comes up in the middle is facing towards you. Then place the gasket around the disk. it should fit flat across the top. If you were also sent a smaller gasket portion, this goes on the filter cup (the middle piece where the coffee goes). I hope that helps.-MK
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Check to make certain there is no water under the carafe or on the area it connects to the base unit. Then check the blue piece that sits loosely on the bottom center - it may be upside down. Also, after you turn it on and set the time, you still have to push the start/stop button. Hope that helps.
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The filter comes apart. The filter "disks" screw onto the plunger stem. The glass carafe is attached to the holder. I like this because you can hold onto it by the handle while washing and the plastic somewhat protect the glass while draining. I used to have a stainless steel version of his and the carafe slid out of the holder. In that case, if the carafe breaks it can be replaced.
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Rodney, although the quantity of that carafe is the same as the original glass pot, my guess is that it won't work with the plunger that came with the original in that the original did not have a spout like the carafe has. There will be no way to seal the plunger, or the storage cap. I love my French press, but I have read numerous complaints about breakage. You cannot us a big metal spoon to stir the coffee. A large plastic cooking spoon, or a wooden spoon is required. Otherwise, eventually the metal spoon will break the pot. I don't have any idea about a price, but you might have to resort to Googleling Bodum.com and see if they can sell you just the pot. Good luck. Rodney, although the quantity of that carafe is the same as the original glass pot, my guess is that it won't work with the plunger that came with the original in that the original did not have a spout like the carafe has. There will be no way to seal the plunger, or the storage cap. I love my French press, but I have read numerous complaints about breakage. You cannot us a big metal spoon to stir the coffee. A large plastic cooking spoon, or a wooden spoon is required. Otherwise, eventually the metal spoon will break the pot. I don't have any idea about a price, but you might have to... » Read More Rodney, although the quantity of that carafe is the same as the original glass pot, my guess is that it won't work with the plunger that came with the original in that the original did not have a spout like the carafe has. There will be no way to seal the plunger, or the storage cap. I love my French press, but I have read numerous complaints about breakage. You cannot us a big metal spoon to stir the coffee. A large plastic cooking spoon, or a wooden spoon is required. Otherwise, eventually the metal spoon will break the pot. I don't have any idea about a price, but you might have to resort to Googleling Bodum.com and see if they can sell you just the pot. Good luck. « Show Less
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you shouldnt normally need to remove the beaker.. if it came out easily then you might be in more of a danger of it just falling out when pouring. it is very easy to wash though. another good thing from my experience, is that the frame covers more of the glass surface, so it is better protected. i have broken several of these, but they make amazing coffee so i have to have one. this one has lasted. when cleaning you only need to remove the top and screen plunger assembly, use a rubber spatula to scoop out the grinds, and rinse with warm water. never ever ever ever use a metal spoon. take it from me.. for some reason it cracks the glass, even when you are very careful. IF you need to remove the beaker.. say it cracks and needs replacing, then soaking it in very hot water will help to remove it... so when making your coffee make sure you dont turn the beaker... i found this out with my first one...i couldnt figure out why the pour spout was shifting slightly.. when it cools down it doesnt move very easily, if at all.....lol hope this helps
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Sorry that happened, and I wish I could help, they do not make that pot anymore, I called and emailed them to no avail. Do you have the booklet any more? Never mind, I just looked at mine, and it hasn't got any sort of answer to that, good luck, I have to throw mine out, it has no replaceable carafe!! What a waste.
531031
I had the hardest time replacing mine for the same reason. I finally got smart and called B&D directly. I told them the problem, that I thought it was a weakness in the top design, the model number of my coffee maker. They sent me a new carafe, no charge, within the week--faster than Amazon might have sent it and no charge to boot! The one I bought from Amazon worked, but obvious it was not specifically designed for my coffee maker, as I had to sort of wiggle it to get it seated properly.
1749087
I have a 35 yo old french press coffee maker but I'm sure the newer ones are the same. Just unscrew the base of the filter and the press comes apart with the old mesh sandwiched in between.
124301
It just pulls out. At least mine did. Try running hot water over the plastic for a minute or 2 to get it to expand a bit then turn the unit upside down, lightly tap the bottom a couple times, hold the glass in one hand & pull up on the plastic (while twisting) with the other hand. Dont force it tho!!!!! Its glass & can break. But this worked for both of mine.
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Yes! There is a problem. Seems like a new design and it is not right. Call Cuisinart and get another lid for carafe & a mesh holder, just inc ase there is a problem with that too. They have a 1-800#.It will not work right unless replaced!! somebody's idea of a new design doesn't work!!