Is it possible that mine got wire too close together? I see birds on it-but no chewing, and then no birds for a couple more days
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There could be all kinds of reason for birds coming and going on feeders. But the best thing to do is make sure your nyjer is fresh. Nyjer is a tiny seed that tends to dry out quickly, so you want to always have a fresh supply in your feeders. Otherwise, there are times when you may have many birds and then other times you may not. Don't worry, they'll be back. But if you have a very prolonged period of no birds, try moving the feeder. Hope that helps and good luck with your birds!
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I agree with Roberta - the nyjer must be fresh. Perhaps the best way to tell if the wire mesh is too close together is to note: when you fill the feeder, does a small amount of nyjer spill through? I usually get a good 1/4 teaspoon that falls out. I purchased a tray for under the feeder for exactly that reason. Also, a number of other birds use the tray for a perch, but they don't eat the nyjer - so I'm assuming the birds you are attracting are the goldfinches? Good luck!
271807
I would make sure that the food is fresh. When I fill the feeder a small amount of food falls through. The only way I know the birds are feeding, is the decrease of the food in the feeder.
1244905
I had the same problem, but if you look at you picture of the cage it goes together easy. Lay the sides together, then the front and back. Bolt them together and the rest of the parts just seem to fall into place. It is a real nice cage our bird loves it.
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Not sure, early spring I guess. I didn't get anything. Maybe I don't have enough trees by the house. Also pick a spot where you have blinds or something so the bird isn't turned off by light and activity in your home. Maybe pick a window that is away from the busy areas of your home.
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Same thing happened to us. we used some wire and strung it from the supports at the corners for more strength and hung the lights between them. been that way for a long time with no problems.
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Mark,I ran my wire in the expansion line in the drive way and sidewalk ( the wire is space about 3.5 feet apaert where i live) and put a some clear silicone calk over it. I've never had a problem and you can't even see that it there. Hope this helps.
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They probably will not want to fly (my cockateils do "lift" to another close perch/area though--other fun activity things for them, woven wood branches, nests, etc.). The wires are 1/16th of an inch, and coated well so clean-up is easy.
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check everything on the bird u have something outa line,tail shaft,swash plate could be bad,check bat make sure its in spot,just a hair off could throw the bird off,i check mine with every flight,i have around 35 flights to date
1269005
My feeder is hanging from a shepherds hook that I put into a small PVC pipe that is just a bit smaller than the ring that came with the unit. I put the ring just about even with the bottom of where the feeder will hang, and screwed it tight. Then I slid the Torpedo down to rest on top of the attachment ring, and then put the shepherds hook into the PVC pipe. No squirrels or racoons have been able to get past this baffle. If you don't have the mounting ring that's suppose to be used, you can just get any metal screw clamp, and that will work just fine. The unit is suppose to swing free while resting on top of the clamp. My feeder is hanging from a shepherds hook that I put into a small PVC pipe that is just a bit smaller than the ring that came with the unit. I put the ring just about even with the bottom of where the feeder will hang, and screwed it tight. Then I slid the Torpedo down to rest on top of the attachment ring, and then put the shepherds hook into the PVC pipe. No squirrels or racoons have been able to get past this baffle. If you don't have the mounting ring that's suppose to be used, you can just get any metal screw clamp, and that will work just fine. The unit is suppose to swing free while... » Read More My feeder is hanging from a shepherds hook that I put into a small PVC pipe that is just a bit smaller than the ring that came with the unit. I put the ring just about even with the bottom of where the feeder will hang, and screwed it tight. Then I slid the Torpedo down to rest on top of the attachment ring, and then put the shepherds hook into the PVC pipe. No squirrels or racoons have been able to get past this baffle. If you don't have the mounting ring that's suppose to be used, you can just get any metal screw clamp, and that will work just fine. The unit is suppose to swing free while resting on top of the clamp. « Show Less
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It looks like there are some small holes on the bottom of the feeder tray. But, if they do go all the way through, they are already so clogged that they won't offer any significant drainage. Honestly, this thing is on the small-ish size - it holds about a quart of seed. I find that during the busy summer days the birds completely empty it every day, so there really isn't too much time for the seed to rot. That might sound like a negative comment, but I think the birds get fresh seed this way. Just remember to put it in an easily accessible location because you'll need to take it down to refill it. It looks like there are some small holes on the bottom of the feeder tray. But, if they do go all the way through, they are already so clogged that they won't offer any significant drainage. Honestly, this thing is on the small-ish size - it holds about a quart of seed. I find that during the busy summer days the birds completely empty it every day, so there really isn't too much time for the seed to rot. That might sound like a negative comment, but I think the birds get fresh seed this way. Just remember to put it in an easily accessible location because you'll need to take it down to... » Read More It looks like there are some small holes on the bottom of the feeder tray. But, if they do go all the way through, they are already so clogged that they won't offer any significant drainage. Honestly, this thing is on the small-ish size - it holds about a quart of seed. I find that during the busy summer days the birds completely empty it every day, so there really isn't too much time for the seed to rot. That might sound like a negative comment, but I think the birds get fresh seed this way. Just remember to put it in an easily accessible location because you'll need to take it down to refill it. « Show Less
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There is not a place in the wire part of the cage. It attaches to the inside of the cage not thru an opening in the cage wire as some brands do. It is pretty big but fits nicely in one of the corners. You can hang it as high or low as you want. It can be open on either side so you can put it in the front or the back with access for the birds and there is a small perch than can fit on either side.
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My cats have not be able to get through the wire, my only thought is not to leave them alone with the toy? I play with my cats with the toy when I am home and put it up when I can at work! Sorry, but that is all I can think of!
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make shore wires are tight. Mine was doing the same thing. I soldered mine problem want away. If not might have plug it in to usb and up date it
2021389
Mark, I ran my wire in the expansion line in the drive way and sidewalk ( the wire is space about 3.5 feet apaert where i live) and put a some clear silicone calk over it. I've never had a problem and you can't even see that it there. Hope this helps.
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I wish I had a clear answer for you but I just believe that as convenient the feeder should/could be it's just not that well designed. I would suggest asking the manufacturer or sending it back and getting a new one or a refund.
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I haven't had this problem but wiht the wire mesh, you could run a wire around the mesh and to the hanger on each side. I think that would keep a crafty squirrel out!
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did you install it, sounds like a loose connection, need to strip back more insulation on the wires that go from stranded wire to solid wire maybe, if not the fan is most likely defective
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The same thing happened to mine. The plastic on this feeder gets very brittle after a short time of usage. Let me know if you get a response about the replacement parts.