Is there any way to make the lid easier to open? I'm not strong enough to do this on a regular basis. Deciding whether to return.
466761
I agree when the lid is completely shut it is difficultto open I have used the tip of a table knife and slid it under the edge to gently pop it open. When I take it with me out of the house I don't push the lid down all the way.
466762
I tried to open and close the lid when it is empty. I had to use booth of my thumbs to push it open. I am not sure what is the best solution other than a different design.
466763
I have a hard time opening it too. I've had it for over a year and I use it almost every day, but even with constant use the lid has never gotten easier to open. I've just found better ways to open it. I now use a dime to pop the lid up.
466764
I have a problem with the lid sometimes too. I noticed when I leave the top flap open also when I screw the lid on it doesn't give me that problem as well.
466765
If you mean the top part that folds back; it makes a VERY tight seal when I steep tea, so I leave it loose, when I pour in hot water. The n there is no tight seal.
466766
Leave the flap open when you screw on the lid so it doesn't build up air pressure.
1595716
I just looked at mine. I noticed that I also had something rattling around inside. Sounded like a small piece of plastic. I saw no easy way to open. It doesn't affect the operation. I'm going to leave it and not worry about it. It's probably just something loose from the manufacturing process.
1923620
The lid is difficult to remove without breaking small parts. I don't think routine removal is advisable. This is a correction to my previous answer of "yes".
272084
Yes -- this is a real problem with this lid. Every once in a while I have to wait to have one of my sons get it off for me (it can take brute force).
1267864
Mine has only gotten more difficult to use. If the can isn't EXACTLY round, it just stops and I have to start over again in a different spot and hope I can pry the lid off. I wouldn't buy this again, and have thrown it away.
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
1861830
I find it very difficult too, but have found that by putting the container in the sink, so it is lower than when on the counter, it is easier to get the lid on and off. I also use both thumbs to push it down. Other than that, it is difficult, but there sure are never any leaks!
2235969
If pressurized remove pressure before opening, if gravity feed then use some food grade grease around lip of lid. These lids are always tough to open, this model or others in my experience as they are meant to be leak free. Otherwise this is a great product, mine has been in service on a spring for 8 months now with no problems, and thanks for reminding me to check on my basket which I have not done in awhile. : )
780658
The latch requires a very light effort to open, Lifting the lid requires a bit more, because you're working against the sealing gasket. I think it should be easy enough to open. The whole unit rolls easily on its two wheels even when fully loaded. This is a good design and it works very well.
964290
I did most of the things others had to get ours open, but the needlle-nosed pliers worked for us. The important part is the putting it away. We used several layers of waxed paper underthe little depressed sealing lid. You still can turn the screw-on lid down on it (just not as far as you would have) and it gives you just enough lip to use the pliers more easily next time.
903104
There is no lip or extension to grab and pull on to open. The lid fits flush to the container. That being said, I would have to rate them as 'average' in difficulty to open and close. The closest comparison I can think of is that if you have no difficulty opening a container of Cool Whip (for example) you will have no difficulty with these.
324543
You just gotta keep twisting it and it will pop open. I had the difficult time trying to open it as well. :) hope this helps.
678554
Flip the bottom over and try to snap in. (could be upside down) I tried the first way too, looks like it should be the inside but it isn't. After turning it, it snaped in easy. (little pressure) then slide one side at a time and snap in place. The only complicated part to me was the lid, make sure to get the hindges in.
2149841
Yeah, we had that same issue. We tried several different approaches and currently have it 'curled' in the opposite direction and have a large rubber band holding it. Hopefully this will finally make the large lid useful.
1872337
I haven't had that problem yet, but ours has already cracked at the top so we decided to quit using it. Half the time it was difficult to open certain jars especially plastic lids. I feel its not worth the money and I advise you to return it for a refund if you can.
2016180
Not so much. There's a little black button you push to the side which must be held there as you open the lid.
1913217
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