I want to detach the lid and can not find the detachable knob that is shown in the manual. How do you detach the lid?
513485
With the cover unlatched and opened slightly, place fingers on each side of the the cover above the hinge and push forward. Return the cover in reverse.
621349
Push the button on top and remove the lid. You should be able to pull the collector right up out of there.
772425
In my case, the small screw stud that was originally attached (welded?) to the lid was still intact. I simply screwed the replacement knob onto this screw. On the original knob, the screw threads inside of the knob were worn out. If your lid doesn't have the stud, a small hole will have to be drilled and a screw inserted from the inside of the lid for the knob to attach to. I don't remember if any screws came with the knobs I ordered.
1144984
The lid is "keyed" so that it will lock into place. The key to removing the lid is turning it to line up the tabs on the lid with the blank spaces on the lip of the barrel. Perhaps put a mark on the barrel and one on the lid then line these up each time.
1842275
The lid is held onto the lift mechanism by two phillips-head screws. They can be removed. The lift mechanism sticks out in the back about 2-1/4". It is held on by similar screws and could also be removed. (I don't know what would be the consequences for the foot-pedal in the front.) But why pay for all this engineering that you aren't going to use?
1732636
I would remove the top(unscrew lid) and then screw it back on. Also pinch where the number is located as directed in the instructions.
1865766
There is a tan colored slide lock on both lids. Slide it towards the outside. o me the lock is a waste of time it stays closed without it. The you grab the center wavy plastic part of the lid and turn it so the arrows line up then lift up. Sometimes it gets hard to open so I close it back then try again or try the other lid. If the arrows are lined up you may need to pry it up maybe the store glued it on or something.
398054
My husband took a hacksaw and made 2 slits in the right rear of the lid. Then drilled a few small holes and popped the square out. The tube now does not have to be undone to remove the lid. I have a picture but don't see any way of attaching.
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That screw was impossible for me to remove. I did remove it at first and put in batteries, but could not get it out the second time. I finally pried open the compartment and then duct taped it closed. I also had to duct tape the wand on, since it came off or the cats pulled it off. That stayed on. My advice is to, once you get the compartment opened, don't put the screw back in. Just tape the lid.
772423
My husband used a small screw and washer to attach the knob to the lid. He took the knob and lid to Home Depot. They were very helpful.
135832
Excellent question. Stumped me too. The lid doesn't unscrew or otherwise come apart. Try holding the lid perfectly upside down, so the filter faces the ceiling. Push your index finger down firmly into the filter. There's space in the middle of the lid underneath the filter, so your finger pressure will cause the filter to collapse in the center and fold up along the edges. Then hook the edge with another finger and pull it out.
416238
On the backside are two small holes, and a "tool" is delivered with the unit. It is a slip of plastic, with two pins to fit in the holes.You just have to twist the lid to open it, the trick is to get hold on that thing.
518620
You can lift up the weight on top with a pot holder and the pressure will release. You can then screw it off. If you want quick pressure release, run cold water over the lid. It takes less than 15 seconds that way.
860506
If the little brown clips are pushed outward, that locks the lid. Push them toward the middle to release. I never lock mine because the lid fits into grooves and won't fall off. They turn the lid counter clockwise to release it. It should then just lift right up.
2233539
Just like a paint bucket. Use a flat screw driver or flat bar to go around the lid and gently lift until the lid comes loose.
552996
Turn the lid upside down and press down on the center of the raised area. The rest of the lid will detach and you'll find the battery compartment in the part that detached.
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