I do nor understand how to hang this feeder.How can something so simple be so complicated.
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I've used this bottle for years - it couldn't be easier. Just knot the wire so it won't slip through the hole in the top, then knot a loop in the top to hang from an 's' hook, or other appropriate hanger. When you need to clean and change the food supply, simply unscrew the top piece from the bottle, then screw the cleaned, refilled bottle back on. Voila!
1053005
On one end of the wire create a knot. Then slip the other end up through the hole. Then, make a loop to hang the feeder from. Or, do what I did and return it because it's hard to hang and impossible to clean. There's a better one that has a red base and white flowers that comes with an S hook.
1053006
There is a plastic cap that screws onto the top of the bottle of the hummingbird feeder bottle and a red coated wire that you knot on one end and feed thru the cap. on the top side of cap twist the wire into a loop. You then screw the cap onto the bottle while holding the filled bottle upside down. You now can turn the feeder for hanging. It is a very good feeder. This is my second one. To clean it use pipe cleaners in the flower holes with hot water.
1053007
The red cap on the top of the feeder has a hole that you can run a wire through to hang it in a tree or whatever location you choose to hang the feeder. You can also purchase this hanger from Amazon Perky-Pet 67 12-Inch Metal Hook for Bird Feeders
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I feel same way,you tie a knot in one end of plastic cord, slide thru hole on screw on cap on top of glass jar.. Then tie another knot on other end of plastic core leaving aloop to Hang on to a hanger. I am very disappointed with this model, I have used another model of perky pet with no issues and expected this model to be superior. WRONG!,,
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Practice, practice, practice! It can be done. I carry the filled bowl of water and the bottom piece out to where I hang the water feeder...place the bowl between my feet and screw on the bottom being careful to it it in the tracks and now over screwing it. I then grasp the bowl...flip it over never touching the bottom piece...with my hand on the underside of the bottom piece I then lift it up to the hanger. Believe me I have dumped it several times soaking my clothes and shoes. I think the trick is not to put any pressure on those "screw" groves in the flipping the feeder over. Don't give up!
124960
The bottom of the feeder is rounded. The feeder is designed with a hook to be hung from a tree or a hook.
659642
bottom of the feeder is a straight pole. You could anchor it in concrete or in the soil
1182134
Line up two screws in a piece of 1' x 4" with the corresponding vertical holes in the back of the Feeder. Tie the 1" x 4" piece of wood to the most vertical branch with wide string or rope. The screws should be offset to match the angle of the vertical branch so that the Feeder winds up close to being level. Hang the Feeder on the 1" x 4".
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If it's like mine, you fill the top, which is directly under the hook for hanging, with water. Ants come down the hook and----SPLASH!!!!! Make sure the rest of the feeder isn't leaning up against any branches. They usually enter from the rope it is hanging on.
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The feeder should be screwed onto the pole mount.Make sure the screws are tight.You have to really smash the poles together, hard.I had my 14 year old son do it.You may borrow him if you want!
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My feeder is hanging from a shepherds hook that I put into a small PVC pipe that is just a bit smaller than the ring that came with the unit. I put the ring just about even with the bottom of where the feeder will hang, and screwed it tight. Then I slid the Torpedo down to rest on top of the attachment ring, and then put the shepherds hook into the PVC pipe. No squirrels or racoons have been able to get past this baffle. If you don't have the mounting ring that's suppose to be used, you can just get any metal screw clamp, and that will work just fine. The unit is suppose to swing free while resting on top of the clamp. My feeder is hanging from a shepherds hook that I put into a small PVC pipe that is just a bit smaller than the ring that came with the unit. I put the ring just about even with the bottom of where the feeder will hang, and screwed it tight. Then I slid the Torpedo down to rest on top of the attachment ring, and then put the shepherds hook into the PVC pipe. No squirrels or racoons have been able to get past this baffle. If you don't have the mounting ring that's suppose to be used, you can just get any metal screw clamp, and that will work just fine. The unit is suppose to swing free while... » Read More My feeder is hanging from a shepherds hook that I put into a small PVC pipe that is just a bit smaller than the ring that came with the unit. I put the ring just about even with the bottom of where the feeder will hang, and screwed it tight. Then I slid the Torpedo down to rest on top of the attachment ring, and then put the shepherds hook into the PVC pipe. No squirrels or racoons have been able to get past this baffle. If you don't have the mounting ring that's suppose to be used, you can just get any metal screw clamp, and that will work just fine. The unit is suppose to swing free while resting on top of the clamp. « Show Less
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So its obvious from the other answers that the hook is a sturdy black plastic. I will add to this by saying though it seems strong enough, I removed the one on mine & bought a metal carabiner to hang the feeder from. The hole is big enough once removed you could also hang it with a bird feeder hook.
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Instead of this expensive cover, if you want to hang feeder from above, simply go to HomeDepot, buy 2' of 3/32" SS wire and aluminum connectors so you can make 3 or 4" loops each end. Then hang Big "S" popular hanger or loop a branch and hang feeder box at bottom wire loop. Squirrels or chipmunks cannot climb up or down the small (3/32") wire. I have watched them briefly try and give up. BTW, what's wrong with squirrels and chipmunks? Give them a second feeder with dried corn etc. or let them glean on the grass or ground below feeders. There is always plenty down there. Birds are sloppy eaters using only their beaks, LOL Instead of this expensive cover, if you want to hang feeder from above, simply go to HomeDepot, buy 2' of 3/32" SS wire and aluminum connectors so you can make 3 or 4" loops each end. Then hang Big "S" popular hanger or loop a branch and hang feeder box at bottom wire loop. Squirrels or chipmunks cannot climb up or down the small (3/32") wire. I have watched them briefly try and give up. BTW, what's wrong with squirrels and chipmunks? Give them a second feeder with dried corn etc. or let them glean on the grass or ground below feeders. There is always plenty down... » Read More Instead of this expensive cover, if you want to hang feeder from above, simply go to HomeDepot, buy 2' of 3/32" SS wire and aluminum connectors so you can make 3 or 4" loops each end. Then hang Big "S" popular hanger or loop a branch and hang feeder box at bottom wire loop. Squirrels or chipmunks cannot climb up or down the small (3/32") wire. I have watched them briefly try and give up. BTW, what's wrong with squirrels and chipmunks? Give them a second feeder with dried corn etc. or let them glean on the grass or ground below feeders. There is always plenty down there. Birds are sloppy eaters using only their beaks, LOL « Show Less
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I'm also using a hook to hang my feeder. You'll need the 'hanger' plus 2 large hair pins (cotter pins) that are supplied with the feeder. To attach the hanger to the assembly, look at the sides of the feeder. Away from the perch, of each side of the feeder, there should be a slot and a hole punched through the side. Insert the loop portion of the hanger through the slot and the stub end of the hanger through the hole. Do this on both sides. Once you have the hanger inserted completely, insert the hair pins through the loop on the hanger, inside the feeder. That's all, folks! I'm also using a hook to hang my feeder. You'll need the 'hanger' plus 2 large hair pins (cotter pins) that are supplied with the feeder. To attach the hanger to the assembly, look at the sides of the feeder. Away from the perch, of each side of the feeder, there should be a slot and a hole punched through the side. Insert the loop portion of the hanger through the slot and the stub end of the hanger through the hole. Do this on both sides. Once you have the hanger inserted completely, insert the hair pins through the loop on the hanger, inside the feeder. That's all, folks!
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I don't have any experience using this as a hanging feeder but I would think the bungee cord would work. These feeders are very heavy so I don't think a bird landing on it would cause it to tip. I would try the bungee cord and if that doesn't work purchase a pole system and add a squirrel baffle. These feeders are so well made and easy to clean that it will never need replaced.
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This is NOT A FEEDER. It is a hanger you can mount to your window. The arm is about 6" long - eg it sticks out from your window a bit over 6". You have to buy the feeder separately, this is a HANGER for a feeder.
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I wondered the same thing. I got a similar feeder from petsN' all which does have a place for a pole (3/4"), but it is very cheaply made. I just got it today and am going to send it back and ask for another one, and if it is as bad as this one, I'm gonna look for another feeder feeder. I ordered the perky-pet carriage bird feeder a while ago and it is great for a pole or hanging, but it spills too much seed on the ground for one location where I want to keep it cleaner, which is why the design of this one appealed to me. It is a great design, but has some major flaws.
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Not sure I understand exactly what you are asking, but the whole thing is light metal and the pole sticks in the ground. It is a bit wobbly. I removed the water pan, and squirrel baffle bought separately to help keep them out. The three main feeders work OK. Overall, it is adequate, but not going to be my permanent bird feeder over the long run. I think of it as a test run.
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It has a wire that is looped to form something to hang it from. The wire is what the lid is attached to the feeder with. With the wire, it makes the feeder hang lower than I thought it would. I purchased the additonal "S" hook that Amazon sells with the feeder & it works wonderfully on the branch of my tree. I had been using a tie down strap with the old feeder, but that made the new one hang too low to the ground.
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The feeder has a simple triangle hook at the top. It slips over a j-hook easily. I have mine hooked on a d-ring like the use for mountain climbing on the end of a rope with a pully so I can get it high off the ground and away from the deer.