Am I the only one who doesn't know how to use this jar opener? I only make ugly scratch marks on the side of the lid (from the metal teeth). Help!
519522
I would say that the three jaw teeth must not be tight enough. You could possibly try holding clockwise pressure against the center dial, while turning the handlecounterclockwise. I have never had anything this would not open. If this dosen't work, you have something that only a medium size belt wrentch will open. In that case, I would be cautious of some possible internal spoilage creating high pressures within your container.
519523
Very simple...open the gripper teeth larger than your lid (turn counter-clockwise). Place opener flat on jar lid & turn handle clockwise until tight. If you're holding the handle in your left hand, push the handle away from you. Note: The lid you're trying to remove must be larger than 3/4" in diameter.
519524
Hold the Opener FLAT on the top of the jar and turn the adjusting nob as TIGHT AS POSSIBLE ! This will open ANY CONTAINER !!
519525
Are you able to fit the opener over the jar's lid? Here are general instructions: This device has 3 parts. 2 things you grab as the user: the handle (the big thing sticking out) and the screw top dial thing (the wedge thing on the disk), and 1 thing on the opener that grabs onto the jar: the teeth. The wedge on the disk controls how the opener grabs the jar's lid, and the handle controls how you open the jar after the opener grabs said lid. Put the opener on top of the jar with the teeth down on the lid. Pinch the screw dial wedge top of the opener and turn it to the left. The teeth will open wider as you turn left. Turn the top left until the teeth fit around the cap of the jar. Then turn right until they dig into the jar's lid. Then use the handle to turn the opener which is now screwed into the jar's lid to rotate the lid off the jar by putting one hand on the jar to hold it still, putting your other hand on the opener handle, and then turning the opener handle lefty loosey.
519526
The only time I had any problems opening a container was the one time I tried to open a lid that was simply too small for the opener to catch the edge of the lid. Generally with a simple spin of the top dial the metal grippers on the underside grab the lid and a simple turn of the tool opens the container with limited pressure. I can only think that either this tool is defective or the container you are trying to open has some issues.
2010047
Hi Connie My name is Tom, I'll be glad to help you. Just lift upwards about half way and pull out, it will come out. I have one identical to this unit for over 10 years and finnally replaced the entire can opener. Its a great little machine with a great price... Hope I've helped you! Remember "Jesus Loves You!
927516
There's a product that works so darned WELL, I don't know why they S-T-U-P-I-D-L-Y replaced the inner [squirt] cap with some sticker with a hole over the bottle neck... you guessed it... the "GOO GONE" desolved THAT, too!Any sticker problem can be solved with "GOO GONE" and a slightly d-u-l-l single-edge razor blade. Never use a brand-new sharp blade. You'll either scratch/cut something -- or, yourself. Use the wonder-product,but rember to let it soak a few minutes. THAT stuff is great on ANY sticker on ANY surface. Patience is the key.
163218
Are you talking about the side of the knife, as opposed to the actual edge itself ? If so, I have noticed a scratch on two of my knives: it is a line that follows the curve of the edge, about 3/8 to 1/2 inch above the edge, on the right side if the blade, looking at it from the top as you hold the knife in your right hand. I'm guessing that one of the sharpening wheels is not exactly aligned. Until you asked this question, I had not noticed. That I did not notice is due to the fact that I occasionally clean my knives with a yellow/green abrasive sponge, so the sides are mildly scratched anyway. I only use this device if the blade has gotten pretty dull, which in my household is so rare that of my 20+ knives, I've only used it on the two aforementioned knives. ( it's rare because I steel my knives everyday, always cut on wood, and once per month I "steel" them on a ceramic rod. The dullness that I mentioned came from friends "helping" me in the kitchen, and using the knives on a porcelain plate. I just about dropped dead ! Ha ! ). The 464 certainly worked to put the edge back on, but it is rough on the blades. After using the 464, I then used a polishing steel to smooth out the actual edge itself. But, I'm afraid the scratching is inevitable. The only solution that I know is to find the guy in town who professionally sharpens the local restaurant knives. I found this person in San Antonio, and he can put a fabulous edge on the knife, and buff the sides if you want. He charges about $1.00 per inch ( so my 8 inch chef''s knife cost me about $8.00. Hope this helps, and good luck. Bill
1941228
There is definitely a design flaw in this product. This is the 3rd one of these that I have owned. My first one lasted for many years too, but I guess the quality has gone down. You have to be careful on what types of jars you use it on. It seems to work well on round jars, but jars with corners will cause it to break. That has been my experience. I wouldn't bother trying to fix it. Toss it and get another one or just go back to what you were doing before.
1006500
I had ordered the jar opener as a replacement for my mother. She liked hers and it worked for 2 years before it broke. I believe this product is for glass jars. You might try this product for the plastic jars. My mother this type opener and she likes it. Evriholder EasiTwist Jar Opener, Assorted ColorsGood luck
2086592
Paula, I have never before heard this issue raised, but I appreciate the information. If that spot is scratch-prone, we can let future customers know to be mindful of this and take extra precaution. Thanks so much. Sincerely, JR Hill Goedekers.com
1144981
Slide the lid around so that the top bar lines up with the small dot on the back (and the door in the front) - like the photo - then lift it off. You may need to pull it up and rotate it at the same time to find the right spot. You can make the marking more noticeable with a marker or tape if that helps you too.
1572430
Good question, although I've never had that problem. I've always been able to hold the jar just fine and use the opener to open the lid without any problem, because the opener is so efficient (and believe me, I have no strength in my hands). However, if I did have that problem, I would probably use a towel that had some roughness to it to get a good grip on the jar without it slipping out of my hand. Good luck!!
1626163
No, the teeth do not ruin the jar lids. On some small plastic lids, it sometimes leaves a tiny mark, but has no effect on how the lid works. The teeth are actually quite small and not that sharp. I love mine!
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.
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.
1838293
I am wondering about this too. I want to use the Mason jar method, but don't know if I should use a traditional mason jar lid, a new-fangled screw on mason jar lid, or no lid, while the machine is working.Thanks!
1556956
yes, I used one of those rubber jar openers to get a good grip then pull it straight off. Annoying but once you get by that, it works great!
711155
Seal needs to be loose for cleaning. Super glue should be removed. The area inside the sealer is too high, design flaw, allowing it to raise up the lid. If you turn a second lid upside down and put it on top of the lid that you want to seal, and then process it works great! Of course, you'll just remove the upside down lid and use it again and again to help the next jar seal. Good Luck!
1859299
I would return it and ask for a replacement. We have NEVER had ours peel. Sounds like a minor defect. Best of Luck.
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.