Hello, there is a little black thing with holes in it, what is that and how do I use it? Thank you so much
1314759
If you are referring to the black circle cap with square holes, that is a plastic mesh cover for the filter pads. If you choose not to use the vacuum accessory that mesh cover retains the filter pad and covers the vacuum inlet port to prevent dirty and debris from entering the unit.
1314760
That cap is used when you are running the hot air gun to increase air flow.
1311825
?there is a small round hole in the end where the on/odd control is..for something thin to run thru..paul
1039050
There are actually very small holes in each corner. You kinda have to try sticking your fingers through it, and might have to put some force to it. The holes are so tight that they seem like they are not there. Hope this helps!!!
1834986
There are 3 holes; however, only two are generally used as shown in my picture. I wasn't able to attach the picture but I do have it available.
1312325
from where is it coming out? is there a hole? did you blow up the top ring? need more info.
2019543
Just move the small cover a little to expose some holes. You should probably turn the heat down some too. Hope this solves the problem for you.
789231
Yes there are holes all around the product. It works fantastic I think you would be happy with it.
389525
Hi! I recently experienced a similar problem! I had removed all the filters (there are three removable ones - two foam and one white paper), washed them all, cleaned everything off the beater bar/roller, shook out the tube/hose, even unscrewed the bottom and cleaned out whatever I could find there too! Still, as soon as I turned it on, it was going to red! Grrrrrr I FINALLY found the problem. You might have already checked this, but just in case, sharing it here. It might help you or someone else. When looking at back of the vacuum, on the right side, BEHIND the main tube/hose, you can see the tube attach to the black vacuum base which feeds into the clear body where the dirt goes in. I could not see any clogs anywhere. BUT - this part of the tube/hose COMES OFF - it is easy to overlook, but it twists and releases. I did that as a last resort, and found my problem! There was a piece of paper in there, and all kinds of dirt and hair (we all shed some and have two cats) were packed pretty solid behind the paper! It took a tool like a crochet hook to get it all out and unpacked! (I have a metal "tube turner" for sewing, which is what I used, but anything super thin and long can work, as long as you do not go THROUGH the hose.) I took an amazing amount of junk that had not come out when shaking the hose, cleaning things, even taking the rest of the vacuum apart... it hides in that last curve of the hose! I hope this helps someone else, because this is a great little powerhouse of the vacuum that is perfect for our little townhouse. But the clogging does happen sometimes, and I've now found the FIRST place I'll look, instead of the dead last! ;-)
1172709
I have also wondered this. And settled with the possibility that they serve no purpose outside of internally anchoring the toy holder and making it more durable. Why the holes are visible if this is the explanation, is beyond me.
2233356
On the top of a Smart Phone or a lot of cellphones, there is a little "hole". Plug the black plastic piece into that. I hope this helps.
521742
I had the same problem. I do not know why. Ended up cutting a hole in it the last time I used it... bummer
1661249
Great point. I took some wax paper and stuffed it through the hole and hoped it would be roughly in position so that when pressure was put on, it wouldn't matter if the wax paper was in the way, between the 2 layers. Or, if the hole is small, then just apply glue only around but not too close.
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It's a little odd-looking, but the 'black thing' is a twist cap. Just use some pliers, or scissors (points down between the black and the clear, edges not-quite-closed around the sides of the black cap so they can apply force to the little tabs on the cap). The hot water mentioned can help. No cutting required.
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Thank you for responding. After your answer to me, I looked more carefully at the insert, and found the slits.too. I was all prepared to send it back and be miserable thinking about another sleepless day. Thank you si very much for saving me.
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I have. The hole wasn't an issue. I believe its there to accommodate the other cooking methods (steaming, baking) but it didn't change the result of my recipes. I totally love that thing and it's multi functions. Hope this helped a little.
116382
Well, from my experience with the ProPur it has a black rubber plug to use on the holes when not in use.I'm assuming Berkey should have the same thing or similar. Hope this helps.
1607287
Not holes in my clothes but they marked up the inside of my brand new dryer. the dryer is not steel/aluminum, it is painted white. after using these dryer balls one time, it looks like I but a bunch of rocks in my dryer and turned it on. black marks everywhere. I was so disappointed. it wouldn't be a big deal if the dryer wasn't brand new. I can totally see where they could put holes in your clothes. the spines are way too sharp. I would advise against using these as they can be dangerous to your dryer and your clothes, it sounds like.