How do you remove the dome cover? I tried unscrewing the top screw and it isn't separating to open up. I need to replace some seed!
1460155
There is a hole in the base of the feeder. Get a piece of pipe from your hardware store that is the height you want plus at least a foot to go in the ground. The pipe needs to be no wider than 7/8 of an inch; my local hardware store had one exactly that dimension. The dome will lift off the tubes completely so you can fill it, then screw the dome back into the threaded top of the rod.
1460156
If it will not unscrew by turning the dome, the treaded rod that goes all the way through to the bottom is probably loose. With a wrench or socket keep it stable while you unscrew the top. Word of caution...the threaded hole in the clear dome will eventually wear and the whole feeder will end up on the ground. I modified mine. I was replacing my plastic 3 tube feeder because the squirrels chewed through the tubes on the old one. It had a dome with a heavy "U" shaped wire attached to the perimeter to hang. The dome had a round disc shaped insert that was easily lifted to fill the tubes. Since the feeder now needed to hang from this dome, I drilled a small hole in the center of the dome under the insert and ran the threaded rod through it to keep it attached permanently to the feeder. Now its easier to fill, squirrels can't chew through the metal feeding holes, and no worry of it falling.
1460157
The curved clear-plastic top cover is in 2 pieces. The top piece unscrews counter clockwise from the main stem. I replaced the existing 1/4" diameter bold holding the two pieces together with an eye bold with a 1/4" shaft. I tightened this securely and it makes it very easy to unscrew the top cover.
1460158
If it does not unscrew the small plastic clip (grey) that allows it to reverse - is probably broke.This happened to us once. We had to arrange for a return (customer absorbs the cost of return).If you get another, do not put the dome on too tight, or that small piece is apt to crack again.Good luck. ( The older models were built so much better)
1460159
I love my feeders, I have 3 of them. I keep one in the house in the cold weather. When snow or ice freezes on top I can't unscrew them. So you could bring it in overnight and then it would thaw out and easy to unscrew. Richard
1460160
Just grab the edge of the dome. It will unscrew. Place one hand on one of the tubes and the other on the outer lip of the cover and turn the cover counter clock wise. The thread is inside the top of the cover. The top ring swivels and is not designed to come off. I hope this helps.
1460161
Twist the whole plastic top counter clockwise while holding one of the tubes.
1460162
Something must be wrong then it unscrews from the top just twirl the lid and the lid should come unscrewed it's been very simple�
1175365
I had the same issue. I pried the two halves apart with a small screwdriver. I was convinced that I would crack the plastic. Went very slowly and was able to open it. Good luck!!
418950
The top of the feeder pulls off very easily. There is a spring inside that prevents it from falling off completely. You can pour the seed in the top after removing it. I use a #10 tin can to fill it.
1504158
Take it apart it is not that hard to do.The plastic piece is usually broken if it needs replace.These are notorious for breaking.I replaced mine three times (granted twice were still under warranty).good luck
2136008
I had trouble at first too .. I think there are clear stickers/tape that hold the top and bottom of the tray together that you need to remove before it will open easily. Look very closely and see if you can find and remove them and then try again!
664373
I had the same problem but it want break just pullit a part at the open slot on the sides it will take a few saconds but will come apart
1241361
I think you should fold it down flat, press down on the edges while turning counter clockwise and it should come apart. It may take a few tries to get it back together, but be patient. Good luck!
1128478
When you clean it out (and taking it apart to clean out is easy) you may find some seed caked on top of the feeding openings. But that's it. The majority of the seed stays dry in its plastic box.
407935
There are four very small phillips head screws, two on each side of the enclosure (silver colored portion) that need to be removed to open the case. Once the four screws are removed, gently lift the top (black portion with "SABRENT painted on it) off from one end. It may require some gentle leverage (plastic knife etc) the first time.
1173075
I think there is a rubber piece on the top. Pull that back and it might be in there. Haven't used mine in a while.
407933
You have to gently pry it open using a fingernail or similar small object. Here's a picture of the opened enclosure: http://d.pr/i/fNMS
407932
That's a funny question, the rubber coated (?) top pieces come off. I'd use a thin piece of plastic (guitar pick worked for me) to pry it up. Make sure the screws aren't fastened in the sides. You aren't alone, the manual wasn't helpful in this at all.
1289673
Turn the entire thing over and place dome on counter. There is a round green disk in the middle of the blue base. Twist counter-clockwise until blue base frees from dome. Be careful when you are re-attaching - if you over tighten you can easily crack the dome. Hope this helps.
1376570
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:-)
986651
I wasn't able to at first because the plug that also caps the pole didn't stay in the feeder, so all of the seed ran out. Now I "Gorilla Glued" it in and I can remove it easily.
35801
I had the same problem. I took a small screwdriver and used it to pry it open
2097348
There's a hole in the side that's not for a button, take a screw driver or something and just gap it apart. the rest is just gently applying force until it separates. I haven't found a better way to do it.