(Continue from below)...it seams to seal but there is still some wiggle room. I'm new to french presses, so maybe this is common?
444471
There is some wiggle room. If it were pressed with no space, it would force the grounds back into the coffee. At least that's what I've figured. Mine has wiggle room and the coffee is great.
1867891
It may be too finely ground and too firmly packed, water can't flow through capsule and or is clogging between perforations. For more flavor, before inserting into machine, use a pin and create many more pin holes in the seal. With more holes, more circulation of water and stranger coffee.
1434010
I agree with the other answer. I had a similar problem but discovered it took a little more effort--and a little squeezing in the right place. If you turn the back so you can see (from the side) the small clips (there are 4 of them) that are holding the back on and squeeze there, on opposite sides, and pull, it opens much more easily that way.
91385
All of my cases have been the same way. About half way through opening you have to apply extra pressure to get it past that point, but then it's fine. From what I know this is normal.
941815
Hi Nicole - I think it may be cutting it a bit close. My guess is that you would have very little room, if any, to close the bag at the top with the size baguette you referenced. If you are purchasing for other reasons, it is worth a try for the baguette. It is a great bag.
426321
I agree with the other answer about folding the longer side down to seal, but to be honest I never make any effort to seal mine and still don't have any problems. Just be careful about how far you submerge it.
30097
It's not perfectly air tight, if that's what you mean. Gases do escape during the boil.
711905
I didn't have any trouble with mine. One end has a sort of ridge on it where it's put together and the other end is the one that opens. It is hard to tell which end opens. I would try several or wet your fingers and place one between them and sort of push in opposite directions so you can see if it really is sealed together. Hope this helps.
1232773
You have to position the basket correctly so that it is flush inside and the handle folds flat. Make sure it's turned the right way or you will never get it to sit properly. When you put the carafe underneath, you may have to jiggle a bit, but it fits. Personally, I have a small issue with the lid staying OPEN long enough to put the coffee in. Minor problem, as I do like the Frigidaire.
304184
Ive never had that problem. Im sorry. Maybe it is something to do with your environment? Or maybe yours isnt sealing correctly
1648630
It sounds like you may be missing the seal. It's a little round white/clearish piece that is between the lid and and the tip up piece.
720286
I've heard from others that it took them a few brews before the two chambers to seal properly (no steam leaking out during a brew). I have never had issues with the seal, and never had to twist the two chambers very hard together either. You probably already know this, but before twisting them together, (1) ensure the gasket/ring is pressed into its place on the top chamber, (2) the wipe down any grinds that may be left on the seal and on the rim of the base, and (3) ensure the top is twisted straight onto the base.
1306320
I believe the spring is in the upper portion, where you physically push down. That portion on mine looks like it's sealed. Might want to refer to OXO's website and see if they offer any kind of customer service you would be able to contact. Sorry I couldn't help more.
97714
I have the same question. I've only had mine a few weeks but one of the screens is starting to come apart already at the edges. I guess I may have been cleaning it too rigorously. I still have the extras that they kindly provided, but eventually I'm going to need more. This is my first French press and I'm making the best coffee I've ever had with it, so it will continue to be used regularly.
2055179
Mine does not fit snug, but there is no gap. You won't get the proper temperature if it doesn't fit right. There should be a rubber gasket on the edge of the lid.
1714471
It's important to make sure the seal is clean, if pressure leaks out it can take forever and most of the water will be lost in steam out the side. and it also depends on how tight you pack the coffee as well as how fine it is ground. Too course and it flows too fast and will be bitter so you want a fine grind. Once the water in the chamber starts to boil It should flow slowly till it sounds like it is blowing bubbles or spitting. This will usually take several minutes but it's worth the wait. Hope that helps
790231
Hello My Friend, As I am looking at mine right now, the screen looks normal and all in one peice. However it has a plastic shroud that keeps the coffee grounds contained on the bottom of the cup. This shroud is braced by a single wire type spring that has two ends extending out from each side of the shroud. this is probably for easy removal by depressing each side you can easily compress and remove the spring. other than that, it looks my screen is normal and free from ragged edges and deformaties. I do wish you the best of luck and many cheers. Sean......