how do you release the seal? I simply can't open the containers?
458612
Honestly I can't. I just tried after I received this message and couldn't. It must have something to do with that pump.
458613
push the yellow nipple on the top to one side with will release the air and break the seal
458614
There is a little white silicon button along the side on top. Pull back on it with your finger tip and it lets air into the container so you can open the lid.
458615
Use your finger to move the little nubbin in the middle of the lid to the side to release the pressure.
458616
Well,Well...moving the center plug to the side worked great.Problem solved!
1086554
Mine doesn't open either. Very frustrating. I think a lot of people have the same issue. Hopefully they will sort out their packaging.
1988975
The sealed plastic is like a zip-top. There is a very very thin slit that you need to get a fingernail into so you can pop the seal.
2136008
I had trouble at first too .. I think there are clear stickers/tape that hold the top and bottom of the tray together that you need to remove before it will open easily. Look very closely and see if you can find and remove them and then try again!
131799
Dorothy, I had the same problem. Hold the bottom (bigger part) with your left hand and twist the part just above it with your right hand. Failing this, go to YouTube and see how is done there. This is how I managed to open mine. I hope this helps.
885601
I just go by the container we have the food in. When the absorbers are not working, you will not have a vacume seal. Just add a new one. I feel the lids to be sure they are all sucked inwards. I'm new to this so please let me know if there is a different way to tell :)Linda Russell
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Am so sorry I cannot answer your question. I bought this as a gift for my son. Guessing you have kind of a vapor lock. Maybe put a very thin knife in and try to release the pressure that has built up. Know I need to do that when I open goods I have canned. Good luck.
83311
I place a paper towel under the can then lift the tab an push the lid into the can and break the seal and then pull slowly up on the tab an pull the lid off slowly
2183619
LOL, yes, this is a huge issue with these big bubba cups. You have to twist the lid to the left or right using the dip in the top lid for leverage. The twist will break the seal/lid suction, then you have to get your fingers in the tiny gap created between the cup and lid, then pry open. It is an awful process that takes lots of practice. I can't believe more people haven't had this issue. Needs to be redesigned desperately. Great seal, so no leaks, but practically impossible to open. Good luck.
2199374
I have not had trouble. Others have said press real hard on lid, maybe with foot pressure and it should open
2051778
I was able to remove the seal fairly easily. You will need to use your fingernail or something like a butter knife to press the seal towards the inside of the lid in one of the corners and then kind of roll it. You will be able to pull the seal out easily once you get it loose in one spot.
1295895
I'm guessing you might not be turning the cap hard enough to break the seal. I have trouble opening bottles with caps like this, and I use a piece of rubber non-slip shelf liner to get a good grip on the cap to be able to turn it hard enough to break the seal.
2199373
Try thisPush down on the lid hardwhile you turn the keyThe safe has a rubber seal that can be tight preventing the lid from opening
1662806
I had the same problem..it took a while to figure it out. Put your palms around the wide part of the bottle with your thumbs up against the metal on the opposite side from the 1/2 circle of metal. Push your thumbs toward the half circle...it will pop open.
1691917
Mine did the same thing. I just squeezed the air out and used a clip to close it. It's frustrating though, you spend so much money on a product, you expect it to have proper packaging.
1111513
I stuck a nail along the edge between the inside lid and the container and hammered for a second pushing the inside lid in. Then I was able to squeeze in a tiny screwdriver and could use that to wedge the inside lid out.
624292
You simply pry it open with a fingernail. There is a small gap on the bottom of the unit that allows your nail to get between the top and bottom sections of the outer shell.