how do you use more than a few times? the tip clogs up solid after first use.
1189915
I don't know either. I tried to keep it open by placing a straight pin in the opening but now I can't get that out either. It is a problem.
1189916
Keep the top on when not in use, and place a paperclip(Opened up to fit in)inside the hole. When you go to use it again, when you pull out the paperclip it will flow again. Good Luck!
1189917
I had the exact same problem.I finally broke down and bought some extra tips.Supposedly you can soak them in acetone to clean the tips.(I think it needs to soak for 24 hrs.
1189918
I use it almost every day so that's not usually a problem. When it does clog, I use a guitar string to unplug it. After I've had it for a while, the clogs can get worse so I use a 1/16" drill bit and drill through the clog. Hope this helps.
1189919
I had the exact same problem. I finally broke down and bought some extra tips. Supposedly you can soak them in acetone to clean the tips.(I think it needs to soak for 24 hrs.
1189920
A safety pin can be used to clear the nozzle but I recommend that you squeeze the air out of the bottle in an upright position and it will clear the nozzle for you when you release it. Also if you use gap filling varieties then I suggest getting a pack of replacement tips
425302
Clean the surface with alcohol, tubbing, not the drinking kind. And ince you attach it hold it for a few seconds. It took a couple of times for me too.
1844305
I put a cloth over the tip then went back and forth on the tip. It came off after a few minutes of work.
1396654
I have the same problem...I have used the machine twice, tried a third time. First time it worked great! Second time I had to unclip the little spray nozzles at the bottom and un-clog them with a paper clip. Third time I was unsuccessful in getting the machine to spray (spend hours looking stuff up on the internet and trying different solutions, nothing worked). It was useless. VERY frustrating.
1628838
The tip became permanently glued on after a few uses, so I just unscrew the whole top part and apply glue with a toothpick. It's much easier to control that way anyhow. And it doesn't seem to be drying out.
760810
I haven't had that problem. Did you get the oil based? ...and make sure you pressed long enough the first time so the black comes out thick enough? I also use an alcohol wipe on my glass before marking, and sometimes do have to press down from time to time for the black to be thicker.
1060693
I would return them. FWIW, you can also soak the tips in fingernail polish remover. But that is usually for old, dried out pens, not new ones. I hope you get your money back or a new set - they are really good when they work.
32549
I haven't had to use mine too many times yet as the spray seems to last quite awhile before having to respray it. I have used it a few times already and haven't had mine clogged up yet. Maybe it's the humidity where you live? I would imagine warm water should unclog the nozzle
2056080
try adding a bit of water, then give it a swirl. that should dilute it enough to get it out, but not so much that it loses potency.
2235742
Hmmm, mine does that occasionally but usually when the tips need cleaning. Try rubbing them clean to see if it unclogs them. Otherwise, I would say it may be defective.
2212401
I have re-filled the black twice, that is what we use the most....the colors you should have enough ink to re-fill 3-4 times
598935
Hrm... we haven't had this happen to us, but my husband is hard-core about cleaning it after every use, especially since most of our uses involve kid or pet messes. Their website suggests using a paperclip to clean out the spray tip in case of a clog. There appears to be more suggestions here: www.bissell.com/FAQDetail.aspx?id=1191
1881007
to get the paint to flow you need to gently squeeze the tube and run the tip over a scrap of fabric, much like a ball point pen when you 1st get it. If after several tries this does not work follow the instructions to replace the tip.
1404773
Scrape off the areas that are gooey and wet then mix again and re pour. I found that it really helped when I mixed it up on a scale so I had the same amount of both in weight. Had no problems after that. Also I was told by the company to mix well in a disposable container for exactly a minute then pour in a new container and mix for another whole minute with a new mixing stick. Throw both containers away after that.
1429465
If you use too much it will be sticky. Use a small amount. Be sure to use a clean cloth to wipe it off after spreading around.
1413061
Several comments on the Great Stuff BIG GAP Filler (similar product, but expands to greater than 1") list ways of cleaning the tube and nozzle with acetone for repeat uses. The key seems to be: clean while the product is still wet; if you wait until foam remnants have hardened, you're out of luck. /haven't used product myself yet; merely sharing info found on another Amazon page
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With the container 1/2 filled with oil use the cap as a pump and push it down to the bottem section where the oil is stored. You will have to repeat this about fifteen times to build up enough pressure for oil to spray out of the tip.