How hard is the child lock ratchet to open?Does the push button require excess pressure?
1026711
Yes, it does require more pressure while at the same time turning the cap, I found it cumbersome and frustrating...I got used to it but it is still somewhat tricky and annoying. In retrospect, I should have just gone with a cheaper can and a funnel for the small amount of gas I wanted to carry...with only a 1+ gallon capacity taking this cap off frequently kind of sucks. I agree with the others that the push button is simple...nice design in that regard.
1026712
I found the child ratchet lock to be very reasonable for an adult to open. The push button does not require excess pressure. This is clearly the best made most thoroughly thought out gas can I have ever owned
1026713
I doubt if a little kid could get it open, it is really well designed. push button is easy, buy with confidence, this is a well made container.
1026714
The lock system would be difficult for a child to.remove at the age of 1thru 7 years.The push button is smooth and efficient shut's off perfectly with no spill as noted on container.
1026715
I see your comment below about breaking off the cog. That's what I did. I'm 67, and I found it impossible to open without a pair of channellocks. The button is easy, but forget about using it to top off a car unless you have a separate funnel. So, to do the job of one tool, you end up needing three!
1026716
The ratchet must be squeezed firmly in order to remove the nozzle from the can.The push button is easy to operate (not child proof). Remember to press and release it to get rid of any vapor pressure in the can. Then insert it in the opening and press it. Once the gas stops flowing release the button. If you press it a second time, you may get an overflow.
248078
There's a black plastic lock release switch that you need to slide while you squeeze the handles. It's a bit difficult at first, but after you've broken them in, it locks and unlocks pretty easily.
1080217
No...at first it seemed like it to me. The button seemed somewhat stiff. Now that I'm used to it, I know to press firmly, and the door pops right open. It takes a full PRESS...not just a tap, but once you know that, it's not hard at all. This is an excellent microwave, and we all love it.
1670698
Hardly and pressure to open, does not move and yes a child can open without any effort.
1712371
I don't think it's supposed to be that hard to open. Mine is very easy to open with little to no resistance at all.
1995025
It is pressed on and in my case very tightly pressed on. I tried to be careful removing it but still broke the switch. I returned it for a refund.
277490
It is really hard to open the first time with the cardboard in there. I laid my arm across the front (above the latch pushing down) while over top of it, while I put my fingers up behind the red pull up button. You will hear the lock click open. It is really tight from the suction. You have to push down with your forearm hard the first time, after that it is a bit easier.
1309983
You just pull on the door handle and it opens but no push button. I hope this helps.
1304788
I see that when my grandson plays with it, he uses the crank. Pushing it in is a little rough . Hope that helps
853159
Not a lot of force, although the larger button should be held down slightly longer than the smaller button. Our 5 year old and 7 year old have never had a problem with the pressure required to flush this toilet.
1956475
The adjustment is made by screwing the knob in or out. Once you have the pressure dialed in tighten the lock ring to hold the knob in position. There is no push or pull.
1219487
You have to push in on the two sides and it opens. Pretty easy for an adult, I don't know about a child.
1639663
No, it doesn't lock open if you pull or push it all the way. There are other brands here in Amazon that offer that feature.
1919369
Mine is a spring loaded mechanism. Pinch together to open. Release to close. Not a knob. Simpler. Very easy to use.
547037
I guess it depends on the age if the child. It is easy for an adult to push the buttons but more difficult for a small child. My son is 5 and hasn't figured it out.
905670
No, my six year old has a lot of trouble opening it up. You have to press down pretty hard to get it to open up.
808324
The main button doesn't need much pressure at all. It goes on with the slightest push from your thumb. You have to keep pressing it (holding it) to keep it on, and that's fairly easy. This is the only thing I ever need. There's also a little plastic switch to KEEP it on that I never use because it's very difficult to switch on/off - I would break my fingernail to do it.