What do you do if the cork is stuck
272454
If the cork is stuck on the corkscrew inside the frame I carefully place a finger inside alongside the cork and press gently while activating the machine. It has always come easily out. If the cork is stuck in the bottle I remove the machine (back out the corkscrew) and use the old fashioned "aw so" cork remover.
272455
We had a similar problem. We solved it by removing the six small screws at the back of the unit, carefully separating the two parts, dislodging the cork, and then reassembling the unit. Hope this helps you.
272456
Stuck in the machine..hand twist it in the opposite direction, if it won't twist cut until you can break the cork loose. If the cork is stuck in the bottle use the manual cork remover if you don't have one cut it down ( I cut it in a x) then force it in the bottle use a strainer to remove loose cork.
2041553
When my cork gets stuck, I usually get some pliers and pull down while using the extraction button on the opener. This always gets the cork out.
1504317
You should be able to pull it back out. Maybe fish it out with a pair of tweezers?
325045
Open the humidor and with your index finger push it from the inside out and it will pop out. You can put it back in after
2070756
The cork is not secured but I think its big enough for it not to be lost. I havent had a problem so far.
1365778
I would recommend a champagne stopper because of the very problem you are encountering. Champagne stoppers catch on the ring of the bottle's neck to prevent them from flying off. I learned this at a wine shop.
813350
Did you drill the screw in reverse using the cutting side first? Do that then flid it over to the cork screw side. Using your drill in reverse plunge the extractor into the screw to get a bite then stop the drill .use your drill like a wrench to get the screw to move.once it moves you can use the drill as usuall. Hope that helps
1924200
Sorry to hear about your problem wish I could be of help, but I haven't had that problem with mine yet. Although sometimes when opening a bottle of wine I have to try twice because the cork only comes half way out. I starting to think the product isn't as great as I thought.
538636
Not sure, but I'd probably try gluing the tile to the cork. Then trim the cork with the razor or sharp knife using the tile is a guide edge.
890320
Sorry, I did not purchase this item. My cork holder is in the shape of a wine glass and I just drop the corks into the top. Janet
2266503
We have the same problem, it does take a little work to get the cork back off.
2070760
The cork top is not affixed to the actual bottle, so if you aren't careful it can get lost during use.
692824
on the few occasions that I've run into the same situation, I've just grabbed the end of the cork and pulled it off. Though there may be many other ways to deal with it. However, hope tis helps
489654
Use a good wine stopper, not the cork. A good rubber stopper will prevent the gas from escaping better than a cork.
1500065
I use both as there are two of us. I have never tried. Put a cork in it, Yara! Should work.
1024914
Use a thin object like a chopstick or a table knife to gently restrain the cork from turning but still allowing the auger to expel it.
2125216
Suggest you contact Oxo, and in the meantime, any cork would do. Corks are usually available in various sizes at hardware and craft stores. A plug of plastic wrap also would work.