The clamp's jaws are shut, how do you get it open? I tried opening the clamp but it doesn't move apart... just more pressure? don't want to break it
1552377
Yes, sometimes it feels like it will break. Just put more force.. the material is really strong.
1552378
There's a little tab underneath the phone pack, towards the bottom, that you press up, then the phone slides out easily. I had this problem too till I figured that out! Good luck.
1386940
I had the same problem and couldn't remember how to get the battery out.The unit separates at the point where the light gray meets the darker gray. Just pull hard enough at that point and the battery compartment will pull out. What probably happens is that it gets residue on the plastic or age just causes it to become more difficult due to not opening it frequently. If you pull hard enough, it will open. It is a single AAA battery that is needed.
609452
I had the exact same problem! I finally just pulled the handle straight out with pretty strong force and it came out. Good luck.
1558947
Not too much pressure once the clamp is loose use a butter knife or screw driver to pry the two halves apart.
1434010
I agree with the other answer. I had a similar problem but discovered it took a little more effort--and a little squeezing in the right place. If you turn the back so you can see (from the side) the small clips (there are 4 of them) that are holding the back on and squeeze there, on opposite sides, and pull, it opens much more easily that way.
519522
I would say that the three jaw teeth must not be tight enough. You could possibly try holding clockwise pressure against the center dial, while turning the handlecounterclockwise. I have never had anything this would not open. If this dosen't work, you have something that only a medium size belt wrentch will open. In that case, I would be cautious of some possible internal spoilage creating high pressures within your container.
609451
I initially thought it was stuck in the closed position, a defect. It was very difficult at first, but you need to turn it to the open position. Now it opens and closes easily.
1106586
It's really hard! I've found that pushing it sideways with my thumbnail rather than trying to pull it open (the way it LOOKS like it should work!) will get it to pop open easiest. Otherwise, prying it open with a butterknife is the easiest on your hands.
756236
it is just stuck. turn it hard or put it in a vise if needed. you wont hurt it. will come off.
1621645
I never had that problem. Might need to send back or try to bend the fastener to a slightly less round. Mine holds well shut until pulled open. Good luck.
2017559
Push it down and you have to hold it down. Pull it all the way up and it clicks into stay open.
1504845
If you pull it apart, it should just pop open. Just watch out because it is quick and may pop you in the face.
1979926
Just pull HARD! I thought I was missing part of the instructions, because the handle would not easily open and had to google this myself. Just pull HARD. It won't break, but you think it's going to.
566810
First try a tiny bit of oil or WD-40.If it's somehow welded shut or won't move at all, return it for a new one.It's supposed to open a few inches, as in the picture, not all the way.
1891738
You should be able to use a small screw drive and push the release inside the slotted area just above and to the left of the open marking on the arm that moves. I tried this on mine and it would release the jaw. Hope this will help!
1175365
I had the same issue. I pried the two halves apart with a small screwdriver. I was convinced that I would crack the plastic. Went very slowly and was able to open it. Good luck!!
465135
Take out the metal part and pull. It was tight for me initially but easier now. If it's not coming out pull harder!