how easy is it to refill and change batteries on the gravity activated pepper mills. I only have use of one hand. don't want to buy something that is impossible for me.
1948332
Dan- this product that you posted under isn't an electric one... Have you seen the Cuisinart rechargeable ones? Wonder if those might be easier for you, since you don't have to mess with batteries? Cuisinart SP-2 Stainless Steel Rechargeable Salt and Pepper Mills I'm not sure how easy they are to fill. I did have some of the gravity operated ones, and they can be a little cumbersome to fill and change batteries, but I think you could manage with one hand- as long as you could brace them with your other arm...
1948333
the bodum salt and pepper grinder has no batteries. In my opinion it is not easy to refill, because you have to pull VERY hard to take off the black plastic top and then try to clean trough a very narrow opening. It is very nice looking, but really not that practical.
1948334
I opened the top to put more in with no problem. As long as you have something to hold it while you twist it. Haven't tried batteries yet.
1948335
There is no battery. It is a hand grinder. Turn it right for salt, left for pepper but I need a 2d hand to hold the mill while I turn it with the other. To refill,you have to pull the top off. You might have some difficulty in pulling the top off unless you can brace the bottom somehow. Refilling it is just a matter of scooping the salt/pepper into a narrow opening. I use a pointed spoon to get the peppercorns and salt crystals into the small openings. More a matter of patience than strength. With the need to use 2 hands to operate the mill and pull the top off, this might not be mill for you. There is no battery. It is a hand grinder. Turn it right for salt, left for pepper but I need a 2d hand to hold the mill while I turn it with the other. To refill,you have to pull the top off. You might have some difficulty in pulling the top off unless you can brace the bottom somehow. Refilling it is just a matter of scooping the salt/pepper into a narrow opening. I use a pointed spoon to get the peppercorns and salt crystals into the small openings. More a matter of patience than strength. With the need to use 2 hands to operate the mill and pull the top off, this might not be mill for you.
1948336
As far as I know the BODUM salt/pepper grinder does not have batteries... The one I had was manual - refilling could be a bit messy as you basically just pop off the bottom of the mill - sometimes the peppercorns flew all over the place so it was best to hold a towel over it while opening to refill.
1948337
Gravity-activated? Sorry, I don't know ~ as the item I have (this one) is a hand-twist model...
1117950
Very easy...turn the device over..there is a round cap with a slot in it..place a coin in the slot..turn it counterclockwise..the cap will pop off.. pry the battery out taking notice which side of the battery is facing up..replace the new battery the same way.. replace the cap. It is a good idea to check the battery in both the sending and receiving units..I own 3 of these.. and 2 of them had weak old batteries rite out of the box.. I really like them.
960366
You unscrew the top part and take the battery pack out, refill and put it back together. My friends did all of the above but could not make it work anymore.... May be a little piece of garbage, unfortunately. Return them to the store they came from. I have another make that also broke... Hand cranked is better and does not break!
1119083
Easy to change combo, yes. Battery life sucks though. Change the batteries at least once a month. Also the finish on the handle wore off in about the first month.
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SuVan - it is the same procedure as with other peppermills we have owned: you unscrew the knurled metal top; lift off the wooden cover; pour in peppercorns; and replace the cover and metal top. And, this peppermill works BETTER than any I've ever used -- and I love freshly ground pepper.
1620688
I just discovered you can use regular batteries! Not sure how long they will last, but my salt shaker has not worked at all for over a week. I gave it a shot with regular AA batteries and it started right up!
1745005
you just make an adjustment.. no particular settings are on the mill. I usually use the finer setting.. as I don't like chunks of pepper.
882163
This is by far the BEST pepper mill on the market. The top can spin and jiggle straight up and down a bit, but this top is only used to keep the peppercorns inside and there is no need for it to have a snug fit. You'll be sorry if you return it.
1465181
I really think you would be satisfied with this pepper mill. It has 3 settings. The coarse setting will usually cut the peppercorns in half. I call them chunks!! I love the way you can set it to come on automatically whenever you turn it upside down. Just have to remember to turn it off when you add batteries or peppercorns. This is the 3rd electric mill I've had and it's the first one I've been pleased with. Hope you find it satisfactory as well.
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There should be a small screw cap that would be inside the pepper mill to keep the handle in place. In fact, the tighter the cap, the finer the grind of pepper, and the looser the cap, the coarser the grind. So, after fitting the handle on the top of the mill, screw on the cap. I've had mine since 2004, and I've never had a jingle or other sound other than the grinding of the pepper.
1519791
It's tricky. Turn pepper mill on its side and remove the bottom cap by turning counterclockwise about 1/8th of a turn. With the mill still on its side, grab the metal handle and remove the battery pack. The mill can now be inverted and pepper added. Do not fill above the red cap inside. It won't work if you do. Slide the battery pack into the cavity with the mill inverted but be careful to turn it right-sided when contact is made and the mill begins to work. Engage the battery pack and put the bottom cap back on.I actually had to practice.I love the way it works but, even after having it for some time, refilling it is a pain and it doesn't hold a lot of peppercorns. It's tricky. Turn pepper mill on its side and remove the bottom cap by turning counterclockwise about 1/8th of a turn. With the mill still on its side, grab the metal handle and remove the battery pack. The mill can now be inverted and pepper added. Do not fill above the red cap inside. It won't work if you do. Slide the battery pack into the cavity with the mill inverted but be careful to turn it right-sided when contact is made and the mill begins to work. Engage the battery pack and put the bottom cap back on.I actually had to practice.I love the way it works but, even after... » Read More It's tricky. Turn pepper mill on its side and remove the bottom cap by turning counterclockwise about 1/8th of a turn. With the mill still on its side, grab the metal handle and remove the battery pack. The mill can now be inverted and pepper added. Do not fill above the red cap inside. It won't work if you do. Slide the battery pack into the cavity with the mill inverted but be careful to turn it right-sided when contact is made and the mill begins to work. Engage the battery pack and put the bottom cap back on.I actually had to practice.I love the way it works but, even after having it for some time, refilling it is a pain and it doesn't hold a lot of peppercorns. « Show Less
1647270
You should be able to place the peppercorn under the battery mechanism. Did you take the place piece off of the bottom? That needs to be taken off when you want to use it or nothing will come out...Let me know please
1501475
Here's a tip from a user that successfully replaced the battery for this unit.MediaBaron says:I had one of the older non-replaceable battery models. I was able to carefully tap a razor blade around the seam to separate the top and bottom half, replaced the batteries and put it back together using a hot glue gun so it could be easily be taken apart again. This far from an approved process but if you're going to throw it away anyway give it a shot. I gave it away to someone who's wife was going through chemo and bought the model with the replaceable battery before they were discontinued. It wasn't pretty after the hot glue but it worked. Here's a tip from a user that successfully replaced the battery for this unit.MediaBaron says:I had one of the older non-replaceable battery models. I was able to carefully tap a razor blade around the seam to separate the top and bottom half, replaced the batteries and put it back together using a hot glue gun so it could be easily be taken apart again. This far from an approved process but if you're going to throw it away anyway give it a shot. I gave it away to someone who's wife was going through chemo and bought the model with the replaceable battery before they were... » Read More Here's a tip from a user that successfully replaced the battery for this unit.MediaBaron says:I had one of the older non-replaceable battery models. I was able to carefully tap a razor blade around the seam to separate the top and bottom half, replaced the batteries and put it back together using a hot glue gun so it could be easily be taken apart again. This far from an approved process but if you're going to throw it away anyway give it a shot. I gave it away to someone who's wife was going through chemo and bought the model with the replaceable battery before they were discontinued. It wasn't pretty after the hot glue but it worked. « Show Less
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Sandy, I haven't used the grinder for anything but pepper...but I will tell you I have not yet figured out the "trick" to fill this thing!....I am used to my old grinder which you just unscrewed and the top came off givving a wide fill opening. This grinder does not come apart and requires you to fill through the very small opening around the top...literally takes an hour to fill completely!....why do I stay with it?....it is a favorite on the table in its ease to use...the crank is great compared to the "normal" wrist turning required. Just wish I could figure out how to fill it easier!!! Sur wouln't be good for changing contents out very often.....
1483702
There are no batteries. You simply fill the unit, and twist the top to release pepper grounds. There is a screw on the bottom to adjust the grind.
1308812
I really like mine. I bought one for my daughter and son-in-law, too. When I order my refill they come in packs of three so I replace everyone's at the same time. It works great!
1292960
YES! These are great! I just saw a paired option on Amazon. I am glad to hear the LED light is updated as our Salt Mill's light went out (likely something with teh properties of salt+metal). I love these! We bought them out of need (they operate one-handed and are better than all other "one-handed" salt/pepper mills) but I love to use them even with the ability to use for both hands!