I've got two sets of these and both sets leave gap between the lid and container when the lid is closed. Is it defective or that's how it is meant?
495937
I use these containers ALL the time to deliver meals to elderly neighbors. That IS one problem with this set, because they don't "seal". So, any gravies or juices leak out if the container is not held completely level. It would be great if they could put some type of gasketed seal on the lid to prevent leakage. Otherwise, they do a great job of keeping the food warm inside!
495938
I had same problem. I thought it was a defect since space between lid and container would mean that it would not close like a tight seal. I returned this product because of this reason.
495939
that seems to be a defect, the ones I bought close completely and keeps the food warm for hours..
1868632
Mine lined up just fine, so I think there may be an issue with your lid not being on properly. I never had the problem with the lid not lining up when I replaced the bags. I would contact the manufacturer about the issue, or talk to a person where you bought it. Hope I helped. Thanks!
304184
Ive never had that problem. Im sorry. Maybe it is something to do with your environment? Or maybe yours isnt sealing correctly
524050
When you first take it out of the box it does appear like there's a gap, but when you pressure mount it as you tighten it the gap should close.
194719
I have just checked a new unopened canister and it seems to have settled. I turned it over a couple of times to unsettle it and the container appears fuller. I generally do this a couple of times between uses.
1215405
The container is larger on top. You can stack them. The lid is indented and since the bottom is smaller it fits right on the other. I'm not sure what you mean by "wasted space between"? I'm assuming you mean stacking with the lids closed.
2104888
Don't know. I use a spatter shield some. I just put an ordinary lid from another set on it and that seems to work.
227305
when you hold it open for a while, specially of it fold it all the way back, it won't align completely when you close it, but it only only takes a few seconds to stretch it and close it so it aligns again. it's a minor issue with me because like I said I just push the lid from the area where it folds towards the front, a couple of pushes and it's back to closing perfectly, I can imagine with time I won't have to do it anymore.
133008
I've never had this problem. The handles don't come off and there's only a small little space between.
1901371
My snap on lids work fine, not a bit of trouble.not sure what happening with yours. sorry.
253866
No, and not all have that gap. It is merely a matter of the rod sticking out a bit further from some housings than from others. If you saw a schematic of the parts, it would make more sense. Think of it as a guillotine (that's what it is, by the way, a guillotine gate valve). All it takes is a bit of design variance in the height of the housing, length of the rod, or height of the gate to cause this. The actual 'seal' occurs because of two rubber o-rings inside each gate-block face. In fact, the valve is actually closed BEFORE you have pushed it completely to the closed-position, anyway.
160131
I have not had any issues. I've even put them in the dishwasher and the lids still fit snug.
1066406
You are correct, I have the same problem. It would seem that the lids don't exactly fit the bottom, as it's difficult to line them up to snap it down.
1251590
I had the same issue and was told that they do leak if tilted - so the lid is not defective. I had to purchase the other lid without the flip cap to keep it from leaking in my gym bag.
1449772
I haven't had any problems, although I usually don't transport liquids in them. This is my second set and I just love them. This set seems to be made better. The lids lock much better then the previous set.
1067371
I haven't noticed but I wasn't looking for it. I usually like to leave the lid attached but sometimes if I go too far it comes completely off. I will check if I remember next time and then update here.
1095846
mine does this too - its seems like a fundamental design flaw to me. as the milk spins around it induces a centripetal effect along with surface tension so rises up the walls. There is a slight gap where the spout is and thats where the milk exits. They should have developed a gasket to close the gap. Otherwise a great elegant device. I found a small piece of paper towel wedged under the gap helps- not so elegant!!