There is approximately 1/4 inch gap between the lid and the crock at the long sides of the lid when in the unlocked position. Is this normal?
2055179
Mine does not fit snug, but there is no gap. You won't get the proper temperature if it doesn't fit right. There should be a rubber gasket on the edge of the lid.
2055180
I've been using my crock for about 6 months. There is no gap as you describe it. I just have to be sure the lid is positioned just right so that the lid oval meets the crock oval perfectly. I never fill the crock to the top--there are two of us and I cook smaller amounts. So I'd say in answer to your question, a 1/4 inch gap between the lid and crock at the long sides is NOT normal. The lid should rest comfortably and completely on the crock. You never lock the lid when cooking. And I don't lock it when it's stored either. I hope this helps.
2055181
I don't think so, there shouldn't be any gaps when it's in the unlocked position.
2055182
Think so, it is a safety feature. I have no problem with it being in the lock position during cooking, I don't think the lock position is just for traveling with this crockpot. I love mine, use it regularly.
607638
I don't have gap on mine. The hinges have wiggle room but i recall adding some wedge type wood to make the close flush
253864
A gap where? There shouldn't be any gap between the metal handle and the plastic boss where the handle stops. If there is, the valve is not all the way closed and will not seal.
500183
Yeah mine seems to be about 1/2in. the same way. Not sure if that is normal though.
1535607
I didn't have a gap. The for closed fine. I believe it is only to keep the popcorn in.
1458906
Hum, not sure. I do the hole in the other end, but not sure that is the problem. You are putting the lid on, right? If so it might just be a defective unit.
1214380
Not sure if that is normal but mine did the same thing. I had to make sure it was pushed back and not near the edge of my countertop. I since upgraded to the Zojirushi.
1858485
there is a very slight, doughnut type, raised ring in the center of the lid...inside the ring there's about an inch plus of flat space
531917
Yes, there is a small gap. When the doors on the two door side of the cabinet are adjusted fully the gap is 1/4 inch. If one wanted to go to the trouble and was handy with a Dremel tool, the slots in the hinges on at least of the doors could be made longer in order to close the gap. I'm using the cabinet in a garage laundry area so the small gap is really not that much of a deal.
1652255
The spring clip on mine is a little off center, but seals nicely when I being the lid down and clamp the clip down in place. The rubber seal is quite thin, but seems to do the job.
2073485
Mine became loose, as well. I carefully removed the gasket, then placed a rubber band on the lid. Lastly, I carefully placed the original gasket on top of the rubber band. It now has a tighter fit than when I first purchased it.
1455412
No that is not normal, nor does it mean it defective though. You may have a piece of sand/dirt preventing the seal on the pin to close fully.
693447
The same type of holes are around the lid of my fast slow cooker as well, so I am guessing this is normal, and I have not had any problems with this appliance.
1282044
Most slow cookers have a relatively loose fitting lid to prevent boiling over or pressurizing while the ingredients are cooking for such long periods... that's actually a good thing. The vents in this one may let some steam escape but if it's not enough or if they get clogged by things pushing up, that glass top is going to become shrapnel.Clamping the rubber seal down for extended periods either while cooking or storing will quickly cause it to deform and loose the ability to spring up and do it's job of sealing against the lid.
253866
No, and not all have that gap. It is merely a matter of the rod sticking out a bit further from some housings than from others. If you saw a schematic of the parts, it would make more sense. Think of it as a guillotine (that's what it is, by the way, a guillotine gate valve). All it takes is a bit of design variance in the height of the housing, length of the rod, or height of the gate to cause this. The actual 'seal' occurs because of two rubber o-rings inside each gate-block face. In fact, the valve is actually closed BEFORE you have pushed it completely to the closed-position, anyway.
669642
Carlene, now that you mention it, mine has the same hole. I seen it before but never thought about it. My crock pot seems to work fine though.
1067371
I haven't noticed but I wasn't looking for it. I usually like to leave the lid attached but sometimes if I go too far it comes completely off. I will check if I remember next time and then update here.