Help - I can't get the top off the chopper. I put in a shallot to chop and it did a nice job. But, the lid is stuck tighet and won't come off!
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It does fit very tight but so far with enough wiggling and twisting I have been able to get it off - so all I can say is keep trying. I try really hard not to push down too much when I put the lid on to keep this from happening.
474725
Mine sticks sometimes, but I've always been able to get it off. Try some spray oil?
474726
That happens when the lid gets misplaced... try rotating the lid... works for me..
2183621
You have to unscrew it like a top. Hold the top grooves with your hands and twist it off, hope this helps. I've had mine for nearly 3 years and it is just now falling apart, need to buy a new one!!
2149829
If the lid is not moving, I would take it off again and check the seal on the inside of the lid to make sure it is fitting properly. It should close very easily. Possibly the seal has come out of position or isn't fitting into the grove properly.
1971179
Tammy, I figured out after that happened to me was to get the motor running and pour the mixture in using the slot in the top. I haven't had any more trouble with it sticking. It does seem to freeze up quicker than the time it says in the booklet. I scrap it out with a rubber spatula and put it in a container to finish in the freezer. I got a good hint from another web site to put a little acholol ( rum or tequila)in it to keep it from freezing rock hard. Hope this helps
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I am experiencing similar problems. When I try to close the lid, one side doesn't seem to line up correctly to close. At the first use, I had to push on the bottom handle and slightly pull the top of the handle just at the closing point to get the handle to lock. Then last night was the 3rd time using it (once a week now for only 3 weeks) and the handle would not close, then would not turn. The waffles steamed like crazy then after about a minute I tried to close the handle again and was able to lock it. I think this might have a Hinge problem as it seems a bit wiggly. Not sure if any other people have this same problem or not? I got mine just about 3 1/2 weeks ago. I am experiencing similar problems. When I try to close the lid, one side doesn't seem to line up correctly to close. At the first use, I had to push on the bottom handle and slightly pull the top of the handle just at the closing point to get the handle to lock. Then last night was the 3rd time using it (once a week now for only 3 weeks) and the handle would not close, then would not turn. The waffles steamed like crazy then after about a minute I tried to close the handle again and was able to lock it. I think this might have a Hinge problem as it seems a bit wiggly. Not sure if any other... » Read More I am experiencing similar problems. When I try to close the lid, one side doesn't seem to line up correctly to close. At the first use, I had to push on the bottom handle and slightly pull the top of the handle just at the closing point to get the handle to lock. Then last night was the 3rd time using it (once a week now for only 3 weeks) and the handle would not close, then would not turn. The waffles steamed like crazy then after about a minute I tried to close the handle again and was able to lock it. I think this might have a Hinge problem as it seems a bit wiggly. Not sure if any other people have this same problem or not? I got mine just about 3 1/2 weeks ago. « Show Less
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Tammy,I figured out after that happened to me was to get the motor running and pour the mixture in using the slot in the top. I haven't had any more trouble with it sticking. It does seem to freeze up quicker than the time it says in the booklet. I scrap it out with a rubber spatula and put it in a container to finish in the freezer. I got a good hint from another web site to put a little acholol ( rum or tequila)in it to keep it from freezing rock hard. Hope this helps
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So glad you asked that question. I just got my unit and have been trying to take the top off for the past 15 minutes. Finally looked here and was relieved that it's not just me. Finally I got it off - no secret - just brute strength. :-)
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Were you ever able to get the lid off? I had to throw mine out (don't know what brand) and I am looking for one that will not have that problem. NB
1502238
Try taking the lid off when it is not sealed. Then seal it and try it again. You'll have major trouble removing the lid if it's sealed.
465137
i never encountered this problem. Mine is easily removed by pulling up from the cup component either by grabbing the juicer apparatus or by removing it and pulling on the lid component. It's not a complicated operation.
590987
There is a clip at the back of the lid. Press down and lift the lid and it comes odd. Do the reverse to put lid back on.
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I haven't see the lid by itself, but I have a feeling that if someone would contact Nordic Ware directly, I bet they could help you with a new lid. I have had great success with going direct to handle a problem. Give it a try and good luck!
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Hi! I finally got the blade off my can opener! There is a little lever that says "blade release" that needed to be pushed down, but, I kept moving the handle either too much or not enough while I pulled on it, but, finally, it popped off. Now if I can only remember how I did it for thenext time!! :) Thank you all.
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tighten the panning knob which locks the pan by the bottom. Then rotate the head anti-clockwise with a quick jolt when you start. Try this a few times. It should hopefully help you remove the head. It's worked for me several times. Good luck!
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I would just toss it in some water, might need to boil it. If it is an issue of salt in there keeping it stuck, it will dissolve out. If that didn't work, try putting just the bottom part in some type of oil, submerging the threads of the cap, olive/coconut, and let it get in the threads and turn the lid both clockwise and counter clockwise. If it is cross threaded that might help break it loose. That is what I would try if mine was stuck. Good luck.
2060202
I tried to replicate this issue with both of mine and could not. Sometimes if you do not have the prongs lined up correctly with the center piece the lid will not advance correctly but it will not keep spinning around. I think you may have a defective one. A return would be my suggestion.
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I just took apart mine. There's two screws on the sides for the bottom section, two on top in the handle and one on the bottom on the bottom section. Takes those out then just force it apart. It's hard to force apart, but that's the only way.Sorry for the year late reply