Those giving 5 star ratings - how did you handle the weight of spoon causing it to topple off the bowl?
350436
Sorry, I haven't had that problem, probably for two reasons: We use these for feeding, not for letting the kids feed themselves; and our bowls are large enough in diameter that the last inch or so of the spoon's handle comes to rest on the edge of it, with the spoon part well inside the bottom of the bowl (even if it's shallow, that tends to be a safe angle); that way, the fulcrum or the balance tipping point is never far enough over to chuck the spoon out. (You can have the same problem with normal teaspoons and small-diameter fruit or jello or shallow jogurt cups. The size and the relative weight really matter.)
350437
It topples over because of it's length I think, but the length is also one of the things I really liked about these spoons. I had the same problem and either chose to use a bigger bowl or didn't rest the spoon in the bowl.
350438
Sorry, I haven't had that problem, probably for two reasons: We use these for feeding, not for letting the kids feed themselves; and our bowls are large enough in diameter that the last inch or so of the spoon's handle comes to rest on the edge of it, with the spoon part well inside the bottom of the bowl (even if it's shallow, that tends to be a safe angle); that way, the fulcrum or the balance tipping point is never far enough over to chuck the spoon out. (You can have the same problem with normal teaspoons and small-diameter fruit or jello or shallow jogurt cups. The size and the relative weight really matter.) Sorry, I haven't had that problem, probably for two reasons: We use these for feeding, not for letting the kids feed themselves; and our bowls are large enough in diameter that the last inch or so of the spoon's handle comes to rest on the edge of it, with the spoon part well inside the bottom of the bowl (even if it's shallow, that tends to be a safe angle); that way, the fulcrum or the balance tipping point is never far enough over to chuck the spoon out. (You can have the same problem with normal teaspoons and small-diameter fruit or jello or shallow jogurt cups. The size and the... » Read More Sorry, I haven't had that problem, probably for two reasons: We use these for feeding, not for letting the kids feed themselves; and our bowls are large enough in diameter that the last inch or so of the spoon's handle comes to rest on the edge of it, with the spoon part well inside the bottom of the bowl (even if it's shallow, that tends to be a safe angle); that way, the fulcrum or the balance tipping point is never far enough over to chuck the spoon out. (You can have the same problem with normal teaspoons and small-diameter fruit or jello or shallow jogurt cups. The size and the relative weight really matter.) « Show Less
350439
Yes，I met the same problem，I have to change a bigger bowl or put it in a cup instead of bowl.
845496
I had the *exact* same issue. I learned by tapping the unit on the side until the handle jiggles up and down makes it much easier to then simply lift the handle off the top. **UPDATE Fe b 20th** Nevermind, it has now become almost impossible to remove the handle. I now loathe trying to remove the top since it could take anywhere from 3 minutes - 10 minutes... along with a bruised palm of my hand.
2251963
use both hands holding the sides of the bowl, close the lid from the bottom, while it close to the top, slightly use both of your index fingers to squeeze the bowl, and use your thumb to push the lid down. Now it closed perfectly.:) make sense?
2197276
I have the previous model but the same problem. I put a piece of packing tape on the underside of the bowl and feeder, holding the bowl against the feeder. Never had a problem since. :)
409228
The only time I had a problem with overflowing was once when the bowl wasn't completely level on the floor. If you place your bowl on carpet or other soft flooring, you might need to use something underneath it to balance it out.
2205878
Never dropped mine either. It's just like any other glass dish. But, I don't have butter fingers... pun intended. :)
912222
Try twisting the lid on and off. Sometimes that can allow the latch on the bowl to release.
809816
Hi Cassandra, I have not experienced this problem. I would suggest making sure you set it on a VERY SLIGHT slope so that the bowl part is just barely lower than the bottle end, gravity should do the rest.
1482801
This has happened to me, I completely shattered the top because it was too hot and I let go of it while pouring. You must hold the lid and the handle. I have to use a towel etc to grab the handle sometimes. I like this tea kettle regardless though.
1868849
My wife actually got them apart. Try soaking them in hot, then cold water. Particularly cold (icy) water on the inside and very hot on the outside bowl. Be patient and repeat. Use a thin knife. Plastic or something flimsyer than the bowls, and work to pry them apart. Really have to be patient or you'll break them. Wife said she spent all day working on them. I think the detergent idea from the other poster is good too. That stuff is slippery and should loosen them up.
1236298
Not a bit for me. Do be careful tho, I dropped a spoon in an empty glass and it knocked a hole in the bottom. I do like the glass!
1301541
I have the same bowl and mine did fall off and chipped . My husband used Gorilla glue and it did the job. Do not lift it by the bowl after gluing .
169317
With the previous version of this I had that same problem. I just put a good-sized piece of clear packing tape on the underside to hold the bowl against the feeder. Problem solved. :)
1388952
I would say it's as fragile as an indoor bowl. I have bumped it accidentally with the water wand, and not broken it (thankfully) but I put it in a protected area from wind, kids and pets!
2197273
I had the same problem. I had to fold up some paper to make shims to hold it in place. I put them on either side edge and they keep the bowl pressed down hard and the cat has never knocked out since. Not sure what they were thinking.
103800
I have this problem but I'm afraid I haven't used the grater as of yet. As far as the other pieces go I have had no issues with it moving while in use.
384868
I just kept it on my counter, but I would turn it upside down because when you get to the bottom it's way too thick, if not. There's no way to stir it. I did shake every time I used it but wasn't good enough.