How do you get this feeder apart to clean it?
1071620
So far I haven't really cleaned it. Dust does accumulate in the bottom area below the main seed chamber and it looks like it would be a pain to try to disassemble for actual cleaning. So that's a downside. On the upside, it has been squirrel proof, unlike other feeders I have used. A similar suet feeder has also proved squirrel proof as well.
1071621
Remove the screw holding the bottom perches together and separate the perches. The perches each have a small protrusion that engages the corresponding holes in the bottom casting. This allows the plastic cylinder to be pulled up from the bottom casting which can now be removed from the cage by removing the four screws on the bottom for further cleaning.
1071622
You can remove the top cap carefully, What I do is use the garden house or a power sprayer.
1071623
Sorry but I haven't cleaned it. I just turn it upside down and dump anything left in it out before I fill it up.
1071624
I haven't tried to take it apart. I use a bottle brush to clean the tube, then wash the whole thing with the spray nozzle of the hose.
1445318
I saw on another post that they bring all their feeders in the house once a week and washes them all in the dishwasher on the quick rinse cycle with a cup of vinegar. She said they were sparkling clean, and it's EASY! I like that idea!!
1634578
I have found that shake and water afterwards works best. It makes the feed trickle into the dirt :)
1626391
all cages are made that way now days so, what I do is use a old tooth brush . You can also spray the grill with pam ( take the birds out first ) once a month it will make it easier to keep clean .
1029629
I take it apart and use a straw brush... I also have replacement straws and replace them periodically.
1316235
The instructions that come with the feeder recommend the following: DO NOT PLACE IN DISHWASHER. I always wash mine by hand, with hot water, dish soap and a bottle brush. They are very easy to clean by hand.
218897
The screen doesn't come out. But it doesn't need to. I just flip it over and tap on the bottom to dump the leftover seed out. The birds pick through it on the ground. Most of what I find leftover is seed casings. If I had to clean it, I would just run the hose over it. I haven't found anything in the tray that is nasty; no poop. Its hung from the bottom of the deck above my patio. The squirrels can't get to it and the birds like it. I love this feeder. Its made of plastic so it won't rot like wood.
1368287
There are wingnuts on the bottom that can removed to disassemble the feeder. Should provide convenient access.
2086897
The same thing happened to mine. The plastic on this feeder gets very brittle after a short time of usage. Let me know if you get a response about the replacement parts.
930207
I bought this for my husband, and he does all the feeding. I think you unscrew the center top and lift if off. If that doesn't work, email me back, and I'll ask him how it works. Thanks. Diane. Email me at ddw@srt.com.
378159
You cannot take it apart to clean. It is a nightmare to clean and quite honestly it did not perform very well either. I do not recommend this product.
2197280
I use duct tape. Attach the bowl to the feeder, than using the duct tape go around the outside of the bowl and feeder a couple of times.
1797025
The tray detaches and then the T-shape part with the grinder/plate/blade comes off. Just oil the parts (with olive oil or food grade silicone) so the front piece unscrews easier. Then I just spray out the leftover food and put it in the trash because the bone fragments will stop up the garbage disposal, and then either wash by hand or put them in the dishwasher. It takes about 2 minutes to take things apart. After disconnecting the T-piece, I thump the back of it lightly with a hammer or dumbell to knock the grinder piece out. I'm also a weakling with small hands! I've ground 50 lbs of meat/bones in 15 minutes! The tray detaches and then the T-shape part with the grinder/plate/blade comes off. Just oil the parts (with olive oil or food grade silicone) so the front piece unscrews easier. Then I just spray out the leftover food and put it in the trash because the bone fragments will stop up the garbage disposal, and then either wash by hand or put them in the dishwasher. It takes about 2 minutes to take things apart. After disconnecting the T-piece, I thump the back of it lightly with a hammer or dumbell to knock the grinder piece out. I'm also a weakling with small hands! I've ground 50 lbs of... » Read More The tray detaches and then the T-shape part with the grinder/plate/blade comes off. Just oil the parts (with olive oil or food grade silicone) so the front piece unscrews easier. Then I just spray out the leftover food and put it in the trash because the bone fragments will stop up the garbage disposal, and then either wash by hand or put them in the dishwasher. It takes about 2 minutes to take things apart. After disconnecting the T-piece, I thump the back of it lightly with a hammer or dumbell to knock the grinder piece out. I'm also a weakling with small hands! I've ground 50 lbs of meat/bones in 15 minutes! « Show Less
545789
Buy a cheap aluminum baking sheet for the bottom to provide a way to keep the cage clean. You can easily lift that part of the cage to remove, clean and re insert the tray!.
1553230
I just rinse it off with water after i get done using it. Just make sure all the little pieces of food aren't on it cuz then it takes some scrubbing:)
1353716
just turn the top counter clockwise, and lift. putting it back on is a bit tricky but I have used these feeders for years and they are awesome.... happy bird viewing.
1990796
I have never put it in the dishwasher. I just use Dawn or whatever soap you use and wash it that way. Just take the top off and it only takes about 5 min or less. That's why I like this feeder so much.