Leaks at random points around lid? The lid seems tricky to get it to seal completely. If the lid is even slightly 'cocked' when the wing nuts are drawn down it seems to leak steam at some random point around the lid. About half the time I get a leak...
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I haven't had that problem but this is how I get it closed. First, every few uses I use olive oil around only the angled edge of the pot that contacts the lid (as per the manual) I only use a little oil, almost wiping it all away. I loosen all of the wing nuts and then set the lid on the pot looking at how much space is between the two all the way around leveling this out as much as you can (it's never perfect). Then I flip up all the wing nuts into their notches. I turn one only until it contacts the lid, not pushing the lid down yet. Then I do the one directly across from it continuing like this until all are making contact, always going across from the last one I tightened. Then I start over with one tightening it most of the way, then the one across from it and so on. Basically I keep tightening across the lid and around until they are finger tight. Now, when my husband helps me can I always have seal failures and problems because he is strong and thinks everything needs to be tightened as tight as he can get get them and not so with the lid just hand tight by me and I am not strong. Now, if the canner is getting up to pressure I personally wouldn't worry about it. Mine may have a little bubble or sputter here and there and I don't notice it if it comes up to pressure. Hope this helps, it sounds very complicated when I typed it out but it isn't really when I do it just a system I follow.
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I have used my lids many many times and never been burnt by the steam. It actually pushes the steam out sideways, so it's not coming directly up towards your hand.
800857
I have had this problem 3 times. Returned twice, third time found a fix online: 1) check the gasket, as mentioned. you may need to flip it 2) use pliers or a vice grips to "overtighten" it. If you follow the instructions and tighten by hand, you will have a problem with the metal fitting leaking. This is technically a defect, but it can be corrected very easily.
1972447
This happens with ours sometimes too. I just unscrew the lid and retighten it, seems to help.
837335
Obviously, it is an issue based on others responses. However, I have purchased 2 of these same bottles and have not had any leakage problems. I did read a review once from an individual who suggested that making sure the back hinge of the cap is lined up with the measurement marks of the bottle, somehow, prevents it from leaking. I always place the cap on in that manner and believe that to be true--as strange as it sounds. See if that works.
202570
Actually, around the small center disc are several open areas (inner side of the lid) which allow steam to escape.Excellent product btw.
286674
After the first few times you get a good sense as to how it's suppose to fit into the hole. That's where it's leaking from. Try putting the pitcher on without any water in it. That will give you an idea how it sits. I've got it down pretty good now but still have my moments. Once you get it mastered you're going to love it. You'll also find some other oddities along the way unless you use it everyday but I picked up on this right away and no problem now.
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I find that I need to keep pressure on the clamp in order for it to keep a good seal. So if I try to clamp it on the valve steam and let it go kind of hands free, it leaks a little which throws off the reading. Hope that answers your question.All in all I still recommend this product. I use it daily and it has yet to fail me.
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I dont think it is normal, but i hear this particular item has this flaw compared to other models. I started to double check the rubber ring and the lid for any food debris left, and normally the leaking didnt happen. Hope you try that.
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Is your ring under the lid, clean/debris free? Is your heating element/flame under the pot hot enough? I crank the heat up as high as it can go and slightly massage the locked handle (there should be a little slop with the two handle halves upper and lower sliding past each other maybe an 1/8" and inch). If you do that you can see the little orange pin in the handle locks it from opening under pressure start shaking around until the pressure building finally causes it to pop up. If its just spitting tons of water you are not using enough heat to get it to seal. You will get enough steam to condense around the valves and rim to spurt out though. So crank up the heat, massage the handle with the handle switched to lock when the orange pin starts to jump around, AFTER the pin completely pops up and you have a true seal, THEN turn the heat down. That's all I got.
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Is the problem that it isn't going in all the way, or that it just flops back out? My guess is that it's an issue with getting the lid on properly. As another responder noted, the lid seal needs lubricated if it's too clean. It also needs to be latched into the grooves above the handles on the canister. You have to be fairly firm with the canister to make it go in all the way, I like bracing the mill with one hand & giving the canister a sharp tap with the other to make it seat. If the canister is just flopping out, be sure that you are putting the lid on the canister before inserting it.That's all my ideas. Is the problem that it isn't going in all the way, or that it just flops back out? My guess is that it's an issue with getting the lid on properly. As another responder noted, the lid seal needs lubricated if it's too clean. It also needs to be latched into the grooves above the handles on the canister. You have to be fairly firm with the canister to make it go in all the way, I like bracing the mill with one hand & giving the canister a sharp tap with the other to make it seat. If the canister is just flopping out, be sure that you are putting the lid on the canister before inserting... » Read More Is the problem that it isn't going in all the way, or that it just flops back out? My guess is that it's an issue with getting the lid on properly. As another responder noted, the lid seal needs lubricated if it's too clean. It also needs to be latched into the grooves above the handles on the canister. You have to be fairly firm with the canister to make it go in all the way, I like bracing the mill with one hand & giving the canister a sharp tap with the other to make it seat. If the canister is just flopping out, be sure that you are putting the lid on the canister before inserting it.That's all my ideas. « Show Less
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Yes, little bit of steam leaks at the beginning. Perhaps, the safety valve is designed to have enough steam to pop up. Sometimes, when I see the steam starts to leak, I raise the safety valve with a spoon to speed up the process.
980250
In my view, there are only two reasons for steam coming from the lid - (a) the lid might be ajar or (b) the lid is misshapen. I've put mine away in a cupboard and have gone back to my electric kettle.
11305
I haven't had any problems with my Steamboy leaking, I've been using for a month now. I noticed that two black seals are supposed to be on the cap (extras were included attached to the instruction manual.) I would check to see if they are on and the cap is screwed on tightly. Sounds like you both got a defective product and I would return them.
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Mine at least does leak. Al though its really cool, that is the only problem I' ve had. I really don't know if that is normal or not, nor how to fix it dew that the product has no refund nor changes.
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Yes, mine leaks terribly (about half the tank worth) too if I'm not OVERLY cautious when I attach the tank to the handle. Even when I AM careful, it ALWAYS leaks a little. This is the new and improved version??? At least the Steamfast (which I compared to the Steamboy in my review) doesnt leak.
1980558
You just have to be sure to seat the lid and gasket per the instructions. I have failed to come up to pressure once and steam escaping around handle. I hadn't put the gasket in quite correctly. After adjusting it, "the pressure was on," so to speak. I have used mine once or sometimes twice a week since July 2013.