Just got this opener and handle is hard to turn. Does it loosen up with use?
1105108
Handle should turn easy. Mine did from the beginning. Something could be wrong.
1105109
Everything is relative. I guess an elderly would find it quite hard to turn, while I don't. But I guess it qualifies as fairly hard to turn. It does not loosen up with time. If it's really hard, maybe you got a bad one.
1735801
There should be a hex wrench with the doorknob, if not it is a standard size. You use it to loosend the handle and either rotate it 180 degrees or switch sides depending on your knob.
845494
For me, when I use the mill, the handle seems to lock into place. Rather than trying to rotate it and loosen it, I rock it slightly up and down, just enough to break the hold, and then it lifts off.
143701
It depends on how much you tighten it. You can tighten the pivot until you can't even get the blade out if you want.Out of the box though, it was slightly towards the easy to open spectrum. The lock up was tight but it still managed to open easily. Not really worried about it opening in a loose bag easy, but able to flipped out with a thumb or by harshly waving the knife, sure.
261177
When you psh down on the bar for folding the handle it also releases the handle to slide back in. It is a little stiff at first and you will probably have to wiggle it from side to side while applying downward pressure but it wil work itself out in time so you won't need to wiggle it.
801568
What's not clear is what the current position of the opener is. You have to readjust your grip if the cork is not coming up when lifting the handle. Can you send more detailed information?
2195481
No. My handle was always loose and couldn't be tightened all the way. It's junk. Pass on it or send it back! It's defective!
1125002
have not had it long enough but if you flip it open hard and fast the locking bar slides all the the way to the other side. you have to pry it back over. it don't take to much presser. it don't really bother me.
842443
On mine I just have to press the lock release button then twist the handle until the handle locks automatically. You need to make sure your lock button is not stuck in the open position
1510492
You may have trouble getting it to close onto the can. Sometimes, it takes a little force to break the seal of the can. The smooth operation of the crank arm allows you to turn the handle without moving your hand or wrist. I did a practice can by forming my right hand in a "C" shape while opening the can with a straight wrist. It was harder to open than usual but I could open a can with a minimal amount of strength. It is a lot easier to use than the old can openers from the 70's.
1597477
Yes to both questions. For the release, you need to take the tension off by squeezing slightly then push the release between the handles. It has an adjustment knob for force. I have been very satisfied with this tool. Harry
430790
No, at first it is a little tough to do until it gets worn down, but if you turn the open blade towards yourself and look at the handle, there is a piece that is oblique in there. Push the top of that piece so it is straight up and when that piece is straight up you can close the blade. That is the locking system. Simple, but proven effective. It'll get easier and easier to close.
248075
Press very firmly on the handles and slide the black sliding lock mechanism on the handle backward to unlock and forward (towasds the blades) to lock. It will be stiff at first, but much easier with a little use
1597478
Yes to both questions. For the release, you need to take the tension off by squeezing slightly then push the release between the handles. It has an adjustment knob for force. I have been very satisfied with this tool.Harry
1442511
No I though the same when I fist got it. It works better in time. It's tight at fist. Just grab it with a good grip and pull it apart. Wiggle it a bit and it will pull intwo. Do not twist it it will come apart. That's not how it works. I love the one I have.
2087524
Extremely easy to turn handle. Even with some reduced strength it should be easy to use.
139983
Check to make sure it's not screwed down too tightly. A little bit of lubricant in the part that spins might help also. The handle really does move it quite nicely. You may want to check to make sure nothing like packing material or debris is stuck in it, effectively jamming it tight.