Do these grinders twist back and forth or do you always have to spin it in the same direction?
2075170
They will spin back and forth. They are the best I have owned and are holding up well.
2075171
The OXO Grinders "twist back and forth" to release the contents. The grinding mechanism is ceramic, which means no metallic taste and no corrosion.
2075172
Yes. They do twist back and forth. However, I like the one way direction best because the salt and pepper are more consistent in size. These have turned out to be the best grinders on the market for me.
1205698
It helps to push the pepper grinder together and then twist. Also, make sure to line up the arrows as the other answer says!
1840871
Yes, they turn. They're attached to the handle and will point in whichever direction you pull the handle.
2270293
Yes, I have two and they both rotate very freely, even continues to spend if you twirl it!
1905968
Huh? They do rotate horizontally independently of each other. BUT the slot in the riser tube only allows about 20 degrees of rotation without modification. The do NOT rotate independently of each other vertically. Though there is vertical rotation allowed it is together and I ran into a problem with the auto-shut-off if they are rotated vertically to far up or down from level.
1964544
They rotate. To be honest this thing is awesome. Its like a tie rack for spices. Haha.
788932
I believe that are made to fit loosely and spin. If they were tight and were turned they would have the same effect as the handles on the stove and turn on the gas. I got them because in my small kitchen I often brushed against the knobs and accidently turned on the gas. Now if I brush against the stove the knobs just rotate without causing any problems..
616846
mine moves around too but it doesn't affectt he operation of the mill as long as the peppercorns stay in the mill. so you probably have it right as lond as the peppercorns don't fall out. Enjoy the mill. I love mine, it works great and rally does bring out more flavor from the pepper. Good Luck. jim
65723
Yes, if you flip the grinder over, there's a brass screw that allows you to adjust the grind. We have our set for a pretty fine grind for black pepper, but it could go even finer.
1718609
I believe the bend you are referring to can be seen in Amazon's picture. If that's what you are asking about then yes my grinder has it too. Normal.
1281972
The top turns. But the grinder itself is on the bottom. It gives a nice fine grind of salt. I like this very much and there is a matching pepper grinder available which I purchased so I could have a pair.
284725
The wheel turns very easily in one direction but not the other. Just push the spokes forward and they move easily. If they don't you must be pushing in the wrong direction.
2268191
Thank you Daniel. These are manual grinders. Design is unique because you set them down with base on counter and opening on top. No little grains to wipe up.
2205448
spins freely...but not too fast. I have them in my spice cabinet, so I wouldn't want them to spin fast.
2186502
Hold the wheel lock button near the handle. At the same time use the fork to that came with the grinder to remove the nut that holds the wheel on. It will have two holes in it that are 180 degrees from one another. Loosen in a counter clockwise direction.
854831
Yes mine spins. The one you have may be bent during shipment rendering it stiff.
1803084
It just spins. Works well in my opinion. My only complaint is with the design of the base. You cannot charge it while it is on the base.