is there a way of correcting the crack that I seem to always get down the middle?
893824
I have been able to get about an 80% success rate by doing the following: Use distilled water, not even bottled or tap, but distilled. Get yourself a small lunchbox cooler. Place some crumpled newspapers in the bottom of the cooler, place the mold in there and cover with more newspaper. Place the whole thing in the freezer. I think what's happening is that the ice freezes too fast and crystals form causing the ball to crack. By insulating it when you freeze it, it cools slower and less crystals form (or something like that). But by doing this, I have had a better success rate than just placing it in the freezer. Also, I think the distilled water helps and makes more clear looking balls. I have been able to get about an 80% success rate by doing the following: Use distilled water, not even bottled or tap, but distilled. Get yourself a small lunchbox cooler. Place some crumpled newspapers in the bottom of the cooler, place the mold in there and cover with more newspaper. Place the whole thing in the freezer. I think what's happening is that the ice freezes too fast and crystals form causing the ball to crack. By insulating it when you freeze it, it cools slower and less crystals form (or something like that). But by doing this, I have had a better success rate... » Read More I have been able to get about an 80% success rate by doing the following: Use distilled water, not even bottled or tap, but distilled. Get yourself a small lunchbox cooler. Place some crumpled newspapers in the bottom of the cooler, place the mold in there and cover with more newspaper. Place the whole thing in the freezer. I think what's happening is that the ice freezes too fast and crystals form causing the ball to crack. By insulating it when you freeze it, it cools slower and less crystals form (or something like that). But by doing this, I have had a better success rate than just placing it in the freezer. Also, I think the distilled water helps and makes more clear looking balls. « Show Less
893825
a few things will solve that, the colder the beverage being poured in the less likely to crack. I put my gin in the freezer so i rarely have a problem, i have also heard of using distilled water or boiling it before freezing it. I tried the boil method, it still cracked but the ball was crystal clear. Sorry there is no real trick other than that
893826
I don't think you can fully rid yourself of it, kind of the nature of the beast, there's always going to be a seam somewhere in it. You could try filling it with hot water instead as that freezes faster and maybe it would be a stronger bond of the two halves, just a guess though.
893827
It happens to me too, make sure you do not overfill the mold. That seems to help.
893828
That happens to me too sometimes. I think if its not sealed properly or if there's any residual ice left in the seal, it'll crack.
893829
I have noticed that there is "residual" ice flakes in the seems of these after a use. Therefore, rinse them off with water to melt away the residual, wipe off the excess water. put them together and put water in it. careful not to squeeze too hard which will allow the seems to get filled up with water (causing that line or crack). allow several hours to completely freeze.
893830
Just let it melt at room tempreture for 20 or 30 minutes, squeeze the mold back together sealing properly and re-freeze. The melted water fills the cracks and it comes out smooth without cracks. Use distilled water for best results.
1447034
Yes. The one I currently is cracked in one of the corners. Depending on the cost.
1734996
The reviewer you refer to is right: the same things happened to me. However, I solved the problem of the uneven thickness of the two halves of the book by putting a piece of foam on the thinnest half, to even out the difference, then lowering the lid carefully and apply just a little bit of pressure, enough for a clear scan without bending the glass.
1467030
I would return it. There are no visible seams, so it is probably a hairline crack.
1277614
Hello Christine,It sounds like you have something that is cracked or damaged. I would call Amazon and request a replacement. I hope this helps.Dwight
1223282
Not sure it is the same thing, but I have what looks like cracks along the frame. I read that this occurs over time and hoped it was not common but my guess is there is nothing that can be done.
577375
I ride motorcycles and I fix them. I fix a lot of stuff and I would epoxy a clutch lever if there was a chance! There is no way any Epoxy can support such bending forces on a small area. Here's a way though.... glue the crack to hold it together as a first step. When cured, be careful with it because it's not very strong. Get some thin sheetmetal (such as flashing) bend in a U shape around the fracture. It should be at least 1/2 inch on each side of the crack. Put JBweld inside the U and wrap it around the fracture, then wrap tight with black tape and let it cure a full 24 hours. You may look like a nerd with tape on his glasses, but it will work like that until you crash again. I ride motorcycles and I fix them. I fix a lot of stuff and I would epoxy a clutch lever if there was a chance! There is no way any Epoxy can support such bending forces on a small area. Here's a way though.... glue the crack to hold it together as a first step. When cured, be careful with it because it's not very strong. Get some thin sheetmetal (such as flashing) bend in a U shape around the fracture. It should be at least 1/2 inch on each side of the crack. Put JBweld inside the U and wrap it around the fracture, then wrap tight with black tape and let it cure a full 24 hours. You may... » Read More I ride motorcycles and I fix them. I fix a lot of stuff and I would epoxy a clutch lever if there was a chance! There is no way any Epoxy can support such bending forces on a small area. Here's a way though.... glue the crack to hold it together as a first step. When cured, be careful with it because it's not very strong. Get some thin sheetmetal (such as flashing) bend in a U shape around the fracture. It should be at least 1/2 inch on each side of the crack. Put JBweld inside the U and wrap it around the fracture, then wrap tight with black tape and let it cure a full 24 hours. You may look like a nerd with tape on his glasses, but it will work like that until you crash again. « Show Less
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Same situation I faced -long and hilly-. 1st use a good pressure washer to open and get read of all loosed material. Don't be afraid if you see that most of your pavement is going away... is worth to clean well. For filling, this product will only help on less than 1"cracks. For wider or potholes, you need to use patch ready mixes (like stone grade crack fillers) sold at Home Depot or Lowes and for medium size, a bulky crack filler material (i.e. Latex-ite Trowel Patch). I had to do it throughout the summer and let good time for drying. Most cracks re-appeared smaller and then, I had to filled them again. I finally covered with a high quality driver sealer and is so far, working good. Finally, it is a lot of work! think twice if you dont want to use professionals but they won't probably do it as good as you when properly repaired.
1696845
Hello Carol, no trick. Ours was fairly easy for awhile, then got very stiff. I think that's what may have caused our to crack, try to twist it to turn off. How long have you had yours?
712807
Pull up on the end of the middle bar. Adjust it out to the length you need and then snap the middle bar back down in place.
2018293
I don't believe this will fix a crack, might very temporarily work. Just follow the directions on the bottle to the T.
365458
I had the same problem with mine, I actually ended up drilling a few holes all the way through and using a pin to keep it from sliding. Hope it helps
1245911
I've found I can get it to stop by tightening the nut on the bottom that holds the blade mechanism in place. It's a temporary fix.
416925
yeah, mine cracked as well and was completely split all the way down after about 2 months. Gonna see what I can do
577717
If you still have the solution you can try. Mine is starting to peel up from the corner now so I may be trying to re-apply mine as well.
2108138
No. I haven't may be your have a slight crack. I had one with a crack which I returned.
1087358
I sughest sending it back to amazon. my daughter cracked hers as well, but the shipping and replacement cost isn't worth the hassle.