Any insights into the direction the plunger "cup" faces for using cartridges? I wish someone would post a picture as the instructions are bad.
479865
I have a bit of trouble with this too.Trick is :DO NOT un screw the bottom. You are going to have to to sit on your butt , take your right leg and pull on the plunger till it locks to the notch on the bottom. What ever you do , do not knock the plunger . insert the cartridge open end down. Peel off the top of the cartridge .Screw the top of the grease gun down.There is no reason ever to remove the bottom of the grease gun. This is the best grease gun I have ever owned.
479866
I believe the cup will face toward the end with the hose on it. The direction you will be pumping the grease to the fitting.
1002627
I had the same problem the other day and I found it was my fault because I had pushed the cartridge in too far. When I pushed in into the slot very lightly just until it clicked it worked fine. The original cartridges were harder to push in than the compatibles...no problem since and they print fine.
397783
I bought mine for the convenience and less messiness of using the 14.5 oz. cartridges , but I think the instructions say you can modify the plunger cup to also suck in with bulk fill.
2231555
Looks like everyone else answered this, but I'll give it a shot too--and I'll borrow from the directions off my box of Pilot/Namiki ink cartridges. :P So--first, unscrew the pen. Hold your pen with the nib (the tip) of the pen straight up and remove the empty cartridge (or the converter if it's still on the pen--that thing on the end that you squeeze like an eyedropper bulb). Insert the new cartridge straight into the pen without turning or twisting. Also: Be sure to hang onto that converter! At the very least, you can use that to help yourself clean out the inside of the pen between cartridges (or between ink refills in general if you use bottled inks). What you do is, fill a cup with clean, cold water. (If your tap water is drinkable, use that. If you're more worried, use bottled water. Some folks swear by distilled water, but I don't feel it's necessary.) Put the converter onto the pen and use it to suck clean water into the pen, then squeeze the converter to get the dirty inky water out. Do this several times--draw up clean water, squeeze out the dirty water--until the water comes out clear. Then dry off the nib. Personally, I like to let my pen sit nib down in a cup stuffed with a wad of paper towel to dry overnight. Anyhoo--the converter will at least help you with cleaning the pen. But the really good thing about using any fountain pen is using *bottled inks.* That's really what that converter is for! When you feel ready to try out bottled inks, you'll really be needing that converter. So in the meanwhile, be sure to hold onto it and don't lose it. Yeah...you could always buy another one if you do, but why should you if you've already got one, right? Good luck and happy writing :)
407598
It could be that the cartridge is not pushed down all the way. If that doesn't work, try making sure there is nothing stuck in or on the track the cartridges slide on. If all else fails, check your power cord connections, and make sure your cartridge door is down all the way.
878197
I have that same problem!!! I had descaled it, and 'cleaned' the machine parts with a paperclip (per instructions by rep on phone) and I still got short-cupped. I talked to the company a few days ago and complained, so they thought it could be a 'faulty k-cup holder' and they sent me a replacement. Well I put it in, and now my machine does NOT work at all! I called the company and they think the machine could be defective and are sending me out a new one. I hope THIS new one works!!!!
1420350
I believe that always happens. I turn the bottle on it's side and slowly tighten the cartridge holder till I feel resistance. Then I screw it the rest of the way as fast as I can. It is a design flaw. They should have recessed the piercing pin further into the holder. I have not lost the whole thing yet but you really have to work fast to save as much of the cartridge as possible.
2113567
I also have a hard time pushing the plunger down. Sometimes the "seal" breaks and it goes down easily. I just think it's the nature of the design. I still love mine and use it every morning.
1211279
I unscrewed the tip that was in there and screwed it in....the plunger was a little wierd to work, don't push too hard or it squirts everywhere
175313
My guess is that the generic part you purchased isn't working properly. I had a similar problem with a generic part I bought from Home Depot. The problem went away when I bought the real Moen part. When you install the Moen part be sure that you have the part properly oriented such that the holes line up properly when the faucet is fully open. I ran into that problem when I first tried to install the cartridge into my sink. The handles turn in opposite direction so the center of the valve needs to be oriented differently in the off position. Good luck with your repair. If you need more detailed help with your valve, I recommend dropping a note on the managemylife.com web site. This is a free support site run by Sears. They've helped me diagnose and repair several appliances. Steve
854301
I didn't have this problem. I think you have to slam the cartridge in firmly and get it into the handle quickly. I hope this helps, but your problem may be with a defective pistol. Perhaps you should try the manufacturer.
668938
The plunger works fine. The only difference I see compared to other plungers is that a little more pressure is needed by user on this one. I don't think a instructional video is really necessary. It is a little difficult for me as I am handicapped and my balance & strength are a bit of a problem. Good Luck
1601028
There is a tray that slides out in front bottom. Seems as simple as inkjet. The ribbons that must be pulled off each cartridge were sketchy.. Really have to give a tug.
639343
I had the leaking problem described here. Took the handle off and took the cartridge out. Looked fine - I noticed the cartridge nut was loose when I unscrewed it so I hand tightened it and it stopped leaking for a day. I took off the handle again and tightened the Cartridge nut with a wrench until snug (the nut is plastic and I did not know how tight it should be. Definitely don't over-tighten). The leak is gone but there is nothing in the documentation on how much to tighten.
329473
No problems with ink supply but I'm still using the ones that came with the printer. I don't understand what you mean about the "machine a little left of centerline". I don't watch where the printer cartridge mechanism is on the machine. It moves over to the center when you open the lid so you can replace the cartridges. Otherwise how would you know whether it was a little left of the centerline?
1056041
Unscrew that black piece on the top of the plunger. You have to feed the plunger part up from the bottom to get it in right.
1336307
Hi, We had the opposite problem from you in that the pill gun came with no directions, so we put the pill in from the plunger end. The pill has been stuck in the syringe since then, so it has not been used. Afterwards, we were told that you put the pill in from the opposite end. Inasmuch as you have the opposite problem, this gun may work for you. Good luck.