So what's the deal with this "lid set?" I can't figure out what function it accomplishes...
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Its a check valve that allows air into the container when the contents cool. It apparently solves a problem I never had with a vacuum bottle, that leaving it to cool would make it difficult to remove the screw-top lid. Despite the overkill in complexity, it's still a great container, and keeps soup and stews hot for hours. I'm really happy with the purchase. I bought the 500 ml model, but in retrospect, for taking soup to work, the 375 ml would have been the better choice.
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Placing hot foods or beverage may increase the pressure inside the container, making the Lid set difficult to remove. In this case, remove the Lid Cover, and use a small rounded object such as the back of a toothpick to push the Valve Packing (on the center of the Lid) through the hole to release the pressure.
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You turn a plastic thumb screw half turn on each hinge and lid lifts off. Simple yet clever!
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there is a hole for the s[poon resting. I do like this feature but to understand this was made by most people requested. You try to ask the lids with the hole.
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I got what is shown in the image above.. a lid for all but the small fry pan and the steamer. i find it odd that from the comments below others got different lid configurations.
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The bottom lid is only used as a funnel to fill the grinder. You leave the lid off when you're seasoning your food.
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nope its not listed in the description and I know mine didnt come with it. Not sure why you would want a lid
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it is just a decoration. it helps you grab the lid when you have to unscrew it but do not need to push. my kid has been using it for years at school. keep lunch very warm. I warm it up pouting boiling water and leaving it for about 15 min.
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I guess it is some type of spring clip. The metal piece where your thumb goes is super thin and will bend easily if the lid isn't on completely straight. As long as you have the lid on straight, it closes pretty easily.
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its been a while since i had this but i believe it should just twist/pull/pop right off. i dont remember the lid being an issue for me.
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If the little brown clips are pushed outward, that locks the lid. Push them toward the middle to release. I never lock mine because the lid fits into grooves and won't fall off. They turn the lid counter clockwise to release it. It should then just lift right up.
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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.
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It is necessary to open the lid. I have removed mine because my use does not require transport ..
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I've been unable to figure out WHAT the hell it does, or is supposed to do!
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I own two of these. I think it means that the lid will stay up on its own. It won't close on you when you open it without you closing it.
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The lid is used for baking to keep the steam in to allow the bread to rise before the crust develops. It slides apart from the pan so you don't have to use it if you don't want to.
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I wondered the same thing, J. Schor. I'm guessing it means the buttons on top to lock each side when open. That makes sense to me, since they do have an important function in keeping it from collapsing when in use. It also helps to close the unit for putting into your auto or for storage.
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Mainly to let heat out. With a perforated lid it still gets too hot without the bottom removed. You can get an LED bulb and leave the bottom attached if the lid is perforated properly, it puts out less light though.