Can the lid be used as a bowl (perhaps a master bowl to put ingredients from the interior bowls into to eat)? How about the main thermos container?
1516911
I never thought of doing that but that is certainly a possibility. I think as long as you don't use it to heat up your food in it, it wouldn't be a problem. As long as it's clean and washed well you should be okay.
1516912
Here is a link to the instruction manual. I only used it per instruction manual. Hope this helps. http://www.zojirushi.com/servicesupport/manuals/manual_pdf/sl_ja14.PDF
1516913
Yes the "Lid" is much bigger than any individual bowl inside. It works great to combine ingredients. You could use the main thermos contaniner but it would be really deep and hard to get food out of and clean afterward. I would definitely use the lid. By the way I love this product for my lunches.
1797764
If you could fit the full kettle into something like a plastic milk crate and make sure it's secure and won't tip over you might be Ok. The lid is a hinge so you would maybe want to cover the interior pot with plastic wrap then foil. This kettle won't re-heat the soup hot enough to combat any bacteria growth that occurs during transport due to unsafe temperature holding. So transport soup this way at your own risk.
70321
Yes. We have used it for everything. Mac n cheese, beans and rice, and lasagna and other things. The kids eat at 12:30 and the thermos is packed by 7:30. I was told the food is almost too hot to eat so I stopped filling it with hot water to heat the canister and it has been perfect. But if you want "just cooked" hot, fill it with hot water, put the top on, and let it sit for 5 minutes. Pour the water out and fill it with your food.
2109117
Its probably ok. Plastic in the lid might start to take on the flavor but i' thinking of getting the all metal replacement lid for mine. Also cold liquid seems to stay really cold it it for quite awhile, i'm assuming it will be the same with hot, it will probably be too hot to hold in your hand.
813426
Yes the middle of the lid could if you lay it sideways etc. You could always place something like parchment paper on top of food to shield or keep it straight up to avoid touching.
577308
This wouldn't be a good option. My oldest son uses a thermos I got him and he loves it. Even after six hours its piping hot. Search for Thermos Stainless King 16-Ounce Food Jar by Nissan 1,002 customer reviews List Price: $39.48 Price: $23.99 You Save: $15.49 (39%)
1898052
Yes you can. Do not discard the lid. also the rubber seal and be replaced if not with another one like it one can be made from old and thin rubber like a bicycle tire tube.
1903156
I'm not sure why you would buy this cup if you were going to use it without the lid, effectively rendering it useless as a travel mug. However, the rim of the cup is a nice rounded edge so it could be used as just a drinking cup. I hope this helps.
2133412
The thermal container round mental container, yes. The snap lid "tupperware" ovals, not for super long. They are not insulated. IF you want that type capability, move up to the Ms Bento. Still small but the 2 stack into the thermal lunch jar that is insulated.
376392
The inner bowl is removable. So if you find something that can fit inside and still have the cover close, I wouldn't see why not.
2154480
Container wouldn't be a problem...lid got very brittle when I put it in there...I don't think it would be a problem..
2185965
This dish did not come with a lid. I wish it had. I hope this helps you in your decision. Thanks for asking!
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its says in the instruction manual that "Allow foods to cool before placing in the side bowl(s). Closing the lid with hot foods inside may cause the lid to deform and contents to spill." and also they add "Always remove the lid from the inner bowls before microwaving, and do to microwave the outer container. The lids and outer container are not microwaveable" and im sure you know but for a lid to be microwavable it has to have some sort of small hole in it so pressure wont build up , even if a lid writes microwavable on it if by design fault it does not have a hot steam escape hole on it you should never microwave it , you risk injury or at best destroying your microwave or food at best
2176991
I agree with the other users who replied. The lid doesn't fit into a deep grove or snap into place, or any such thing; it just sits on top. So, I would not depend on the pieces to pack a lunch.
1718490
sure is , would work fine as a mixing bowl.just the lid doesen't stay tight but mu produce lasts for weeks.jeff
376393
Possibly. The bowl is removable and has a lip around all the edges to hold it in place and helps make a tight fit when the lid is closed. If you were to replace it the new bowl would have to be very shallow (no more than 1 1/2" in height) in order to fit under the lid. You might also have to weigh or tape down the entire unit because there is a hole in the bottom under where the bowl goes and I'm not sure when the lid pops up if the new bowl would tip back or not. Sorry I can't give you a definite answer but I think it's worth a try.
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I am not aware of any option for a lid. There is a ridge that looks like it was meant for a lid but I think you might have to talk to the manufacturer about this question.