Does this take the outer shell off of walnuts also or do you have to remove that first? What's the best way to get the outer shell off of a walnut?
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English walnuts are part of the list that can be shelled. You use the sheller to first nip off the top and bottom of the shell, then place the nut about 1/3 of the way into the sheller and squeeze gently. You'll hear the shell begin to crack. I then flip the nut and repeat. Pecan shells are thinner, so gentleness got the best results when hoping for unbroken halves. For pecans it was a great time saver.
1306140
I have used these for year's and used them on just about every nut. They will work on walnuts you might have to take a smaller bite on the nut. Hope this help's.
1372275
Well, I'll tell you that I have it on a wooden kitchen table and cannot remove it now. I'm going to have to get something that will break it down like "goo gone" to take it off. I put it there in about January and tried taking it off two months ago.
1575335
Just take one side of it and press to the edge. The other side will pop up and you can remove it easily. Its not so much the moisture as it is the oil buildup. Remember to clean with mild soap and hot water frequently. this should help
2178203
There's basically nothing to it. Once your carefully cut the shipping plastic, it will rapidly expand to nearly full thickness. Within a couple minutes it will probably expand to 90% of its final thickness. Another 24 hours and it will be completely expanded! There's no need at all to remove the shell; in fact, I highly doubt that you'd be able to separate the layers.
582732
Yes, it does! My dad uses it solely for walnuts and even my 4 year old uses it without help. :)
274029
The nut under the filter can be loosened with a pair if pliers, then use fingers. Why do you want to take the filter off?. I use mine only for flour & a good shake after use seems to keep it clean. I have a Tupperware hand sifter for cocoa which has a bottom & top so no need to wet that either. Alison F 4/11.14
2021666
I would imagine it would take off the protective finish. You may want to google the manufacturer and posit the question.Hope this helps. I've used it for the final polish on lacquer and shellac guitar finishes with excellent results
66712
The next time you get it off, and before resealing it, you should always use a little bit of Vaseline to lube the threads of the housing. If you do that, the next time you remove it, it will be much easier. A tiny amount of Vaseline also helps seat the O-ring properly. Vinegar and a warm water soak is also recommended for your first removal. I have not tried that, but it is in the instructions and makes a lot of sense.
2141346
Have you tried heating the nuts via the heating cup atthe tip area of the Churn? I am not confident at the ability of this unit to do what it is supposed to. I haven't tried heating the walnuts first. You may wish to try this.... All the best
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Are you asking if it can be added to tumbling media like corn or crushed walnut shells to clean brass? That's a good question! I am not sure but the consistency may be to thick for the media to completely remove it all. I would say to try it with a few pieces before you do it in a mass quantity just to make sure. Its a great polish so theoretically I would say it should work fine as a cheaper alternative to cleaning brass... I think however it would be more of a protectant to your brass than a polish in the end..Just not sure if the media can remove all the polish to be honest. You may be doing some extra hand polishing in the end... Let us know if you try it and share your results... Are you asking if it can be added to tumbling media like corn or crushed walnut shells to clean brass? That's a good question! I am not sure but the consistency may be to thick for the media to completely remove it all. I would say to try it with a few pieces before you do it in a mass quantity just to make sure. Its a great polish so theoretically I would say it should work fine as a cheaper alternative to cleaning brass... I think however it would be more of a protectant to your brass than a polish in the end..Just not sure if the media can remove all the polish to be honest. You may be... » Read More Are you asking if it can be added to tumbling media like corn or crushed walnut shells to clean brass? That's a good question! I am not sure but the consistency may be to thick for the media to completely remove it all. I would say to try it with a few pieces before you do it in a mass quantity just to make sure. Its a great polish so theoretically I would say it should work fine as a cheaper alternative to cleaning brass... I think however it would be more of a protectant to your brass than a polish in the end..Just not sure if the media can remove all the polish to be honest. You may be doing some extra hand polishing in the end... Let us know if you try it and share your results... « Show Less
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I think it comes off. Can't tell for sure. But you can email the company and they will be able to respond to your question.
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Colleen, I've seen this on many of my projects too. The prior stain or paint was applied without sealing the wood, so the stain was absorbed unevenly. In some cases I've used alcohol (although this tends to raise the grain) or a dental pick to scrape out paint (but this can leave scratches). Since I usually use a walnut stain, it obscures most of the prior stain/paint. Unless the old covering is in a highly visible area, you are probably OK.
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Love this - works well. I use shelled walnuts that I buy or crack them myself. The "chunks" come out small but not dust... maybe like fish gravel (couldn't think of anything else size wise). If you want it finer, you can put through again. I use to make filling for Christmas cookies.
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Unscrew top using indentations to help Instructions accompany item. Load spice e.g nutmeg cut in half into chamber. Gentle forceful closure of top with turn clockwise till click is felt. Need strong arms to hold while applying downward force & turning top part clockwise. I had trouble at first but once I figured it out, it works perfectly and I have freshly ground nutmeg for hot coffee every AM
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I use raw nuts in the oil expeller but roasted would work great as well. Sunflower seeds don't even have to be shelled. It is an amazing device and I really enjoy my walnut oil. The YouTube videos are very helpful. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-mLhdU0xW-Q Make sure that the end cap isn't closed too tightly making the discard back up and compact inside. It turns into cement (almost literally) and is difficult to clean. Also, keep the wick clipped short so that you don't have too much smoking. It takes a bit of a learning curve but well worth the effort!
1166989
I haven't done it, but you might try carefully scraping it off with an exacto knife and/or maybe some acetone. Good luck.
890375
To get good result using this attachment, one needs to add water on the outside part of the mesh, with the fruit, nuts, or whatever one is trying too extract juice from, is placed in the inside part of the mesh.I once had one of does, and i am looking for a replacement. I used it for extracting milk from nuts. It worked great! One must have instructions to follow.