Does anyone have trouble removing the top ring for cleaning? I have one that I cannot get the top off. I'm sending it back today if it doesn't work.
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I have not had this problem. A snug fit is desirable so that you don't get cookie dough in the tracks, but you certainly should be able to remove it. Have you tried the old hot water trick? Then, after cleaning, just a slight lubrication. Hope this works for you. Mine is the best one I've ever had. I should put in a disclaimer here. I had an old aluminum cookie press for 46 years and turning the screw hurt my hands too much, so I've had only the two.
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Try running just the ring area under hot water. The heat will expand the ring, maybe loosening the threads. Use a towel to protect your hand after removing it from the hot water and to get a better grip of the metal ring. Once removed, inspect the threads for signs of "galling" caused by metal fragments fusing between the threads. The company may exchange your press if the threads have been damaged. Good luck and be careful.
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I've not had any problems with this cookie press. I sometimes use a rubber pad as an opening aid if there is a lot of fat on the outside of the press, or I wash off the outside before I take off the top and bottom.
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Good news I tried something I took mine and rinsed it a few times under warm water then washed the whole thing in warm soapy water now it's nice and clean and good to go, it's all dry now so washing didn't ruin it. I couldn't get the filter out of mine either my friend has one same thing
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I've tried to remove it but without luck. So ive had to clean it with a sponge. Not as efficient.
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I've always cleaned quite well it using the vacuum cleaner and the bristled head. I never tried to open it (I think it's not possible).
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That's odd. Mine comes off almost too easily! I just lift it off the top. Sounds like you got a fit that's not within specs!
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I had this problem too. Went to Chefs; they tightened the gray ring and showed me how to tighten it more by holding the bowl down and turning it. Also when you unlock it, don't push on it hard.
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I have trouble with taking it apart also. The best way is to switch the orange sliding switch all the way to left to release the clear top. Take that off and grab a hold of the white section with they blade and lift and wiggle/ shake til it releases. It's a pain but for a cheaper small juicer not to bad. Hope that helps:-)
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I used the kreepy krawler cleaner and that hose fit get. You have to twist it to remove the top. It is had to do at first, but gets easier.
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Hi again Robin,Can you give any advice on how you used the steamer to clean your tub? I just finally tried mine out last night and it didn't really lift off the soap scum. Maybe it was just too much scum for it to handle?Also, it left residue from what it had picked up on the floor the first time. Any tips?Thanks for your advice!Renee
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it happens but i don't find the need to clean it every time...unless yours is a particularly leaky one, try cleaning it once a week or even every two weeks...longer than that might be funky but i've had no problem with waiting a couple of weeks to remove and clean...try it. fs
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Yes, I have the same problem. Could not use it till it's empty. Works well for cleaning though.
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I caught mine in time to peel it off. Maybe reheat it and try to get it off. Good Luck.
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Oh,dear! Sorry to hear that. I wash mine by hand. Perhaps, you need to buy a new one?
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I have not had any problems with mine. I clean it every once in a while with light dish soap, but that is all!
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I got the same issue at first. I managed to open it up this way: Hold the bottom plastic/clear at the point (the spout) with one finger in one hand, and your other hand is holding the the stainless/metal part, then pull the clear plastic part away from the stainless /metal part. Good luck. Hope it works for you.
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Good reviews.....I was cleaning mine just this week & broke off 1 wand circle.....better to rinse it like the other suggestion & when storing .....wrap in a grocery bag ( or ) !!
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I had the exact same problem! I finally just pulled the handle straight out with pretty strong force and it came out. Good luck.