Two of the photos show the grid hinged from the base of the feeder - one shows it sliding into a groove. Which is correct?
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The grid is hinged from the base of the feeder with a small hook to open and close.
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The grid is hinged at the bottom with a bent piece of metal that swings out to open the feeder. This feeder works really well! I had trouble with starlings and this feeder did not allow them to feed. Only wanted birds are the ones to feed.
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Mine, purchased about a year ago, has strong pins (like staples, but much more substantial) on one side that allow the grid to move away from the sides enough to get the suet cake in. On the opposite side of those pins is a small bar that holds that side in. The feeder is genius - I tossed my old one that the grackles were hogging and have never looked back.
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Mine has no groove. The screen actually is held to one side of the feeder top by a couple of large staples held up enough to allow the screen to move back and forth. There is a small hook on the opposite side and it moves back in forth to hold or release the screen. I had some aggressive squirrels that pulled a couple of the staples out and now mine is held on to the top by one staple. I have not been able to find these staples at my local hardware stores. If my last one comes out I am not sure how I will fix it.
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The grid is hinged on one side and has a latch on the other. It is very easy to fill the feeder and it does stop the squirrels from eating the suet.
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The grid hinges open to allow the suet to be placed above it. Then there is a small "bar" that rotates to hold it shut.
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The feeder is held together with staples. I wasn't happy with the one I received as the workmanship was sloppy and one of the boards was split. I won't be buying another feeder from this company.
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I have not had the feeder long enough to give you an honest answer. My best suggestion would be to call the manufacturer.
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Below the tubes, it's rounded out. Just fill up the tubes (you'll have to get them high enough for the kitty to "grab"). We have 6 cats and at least 3 love this feeder. It's great for their brains and slows down the chomping of the dry food :). I really like this model and it's cheaper than buying directly thru Aikiou.
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The bowl "snaps into" the feeder and doesn't move if it is. It is a bit of a hassle to get the bowl to snap in but give it a shot. If done correctly both the feeder and the tray can be picked up by just lifting the feeder.
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Top is held in place using a spring. While holding the side of the feeder with one hand, Pull the top up and to the side.
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Two loops come together. I've used wire to tie the loops together so that squirrels can't tilt the tray.
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I figured out I could slide the plastic tray where the metal tray sits. It is a tight squeeze, but it will slide in the metal grate area. I figured this out by accident and thus keeps my birds secure when I clean the metal grate. Took a year to realize this, and after several canaries squeezed thru while I was cleaning metal grate tray.
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My unit has no hole in the feeder where the hook is located. On mine the auger is slid into the hopper. When the hopper is placed on the feeder the hook is picked up by a plastic tang and engages.
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I prefer to use it with the smooth continuous outline face up. I find more food can get trapped with the grid the other way. Although, it does fit both ways.
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The edge frame that you see in the picture (with the screws in it) is artificial wood. It supports a loose black metal screen that forms the bottom of the feeder. The artificial wood is very strong and good looking.
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The picture shows a mounting bracket because you can mount it. That is what I did. There is a removable screen in the feeder that allows for drainage. I have found that rain water does not collect in the feeder. The seed gets damp, but there is not a pool of water. The bottom of the wooden part of the feeder is not solid and the metal screen allows for drainage. I have been very pleased with my feeder. The construction of the feeder is very good.
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There is a tray at the bottom that slides out. It's not obvious in this picture because it is on the other side. Plus the top and the egg box tops open up.
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The poles slide together, the feeder hooks are adjustable and screw into the pole. Not a very sturdy pole.
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No, base of feeder is flat. Only way to present it to birds is by hanging it in any fashion you desire.
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The top plate is held in by 2 hinges located under the wire. Very easy to open and pour seed into, without it coming apart. The small birds along with cardinals seem to enjoy it. The bluejays don' t bother with it. My is close to bushes and the fence, so the squirrels will fly to it and hang on. They are fun to watch. Theresa
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feeder tubes and cover, tray is plastic- there is metal around the feeder opening.