I know it sounds strange but is there a way to make it "leak" when tipping it over? I want to use it as a pour spout if possible
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I cant make it leak. The auto spout I have not been able to make leak but the Contigo Addison leaks. If you flip the Addison upside down it will spill out whatever is in the straw. Then the leak stops.
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Haha! I think it's impossible. My boy can't even suck on it just into 2 weeks of using it. Somewhere has a hole or tear, I hv thrown it away and will never buy this bottle again.
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I have the same problem. I just wrote to Homedics to ask them where I can get it. I couldn't find it on their website even though they have a section for parts. In the meantime I've been using it anyway. I don't fill the water tank too much and just quickly put it into place. It seems to work okay this way but you have to be doubly careful to not let it tip over. Hope that helps. Patricia
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take the lid off before draining for safety.....the pour spout is there so the contents don't splash. the lid is not intended to stay on when pouring.
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this unit is very poorly made. If you notice there is a little "spout" that the holding tank is supposed to push down when the tank is properly in place. My guess is this was to prevent what you are experiencing. I have the same issue and I have discovered that if you take a sponge and soak up the water before each pot is made it won't overflow. Honestly I'm just hanging onto mine until I make my mind up to get a Keurig.
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It's five gallons-may be too heavy for a small person to lift when full. If you can lift it up onto a bench or low table, you may be able to tip it while directing the spout. I would suggest buying two smaller containers to avoid any accidental spills.
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Mine doesn't leak, maybe put some pipe tape around the threads see if that works
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There is a chance of that happening because the end is open in the groove that the spout sits in. I think what Jack said is a good idea, or simply wrap a piece of napkin around it before you close the spout.
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Hi April, yes, it will leak if you tipped over with the straw in because there is a secure dispositive that is open when you put the straw, only without the straw, the shaker is closed.
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Is it leaking the 'air' at the point where the aluminum bottom threads into the black top? If so, I would (which you may have already tried) try to make sure that the inner "straw/stem" piece is seated/centered properly and the top is as snug (without breaking it, obviously) as you can get it. I've had the situation - where mine also leaked as it was pressurized and I had to take the top back off and re-seat the stem piece. Now that I'm more careful to make sure it's seated right, I haven't had any more trouble (and I use it all the time). Also, make sure there is no debris that may be keeping the seal from seating properly. Hope this helps. Good luck.
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I tried the "spill-proof" spout once. Unless you need to waste some gas or maybe cover your hand with gas, I would recommend removing the spout and using a funnel when pouring the gas. Personnally, I have emptied the top portion of the container into a smaller container which I then use to fill whatever needs filling. Basically, the can is used for storage until it is empty enough to pour directly from. This is yet another example of government intervention "improving" our daily lives.
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My wife packs this carafe in her Tote daily. She fills it with hot filtered (ProPur) water to have at work. The carafe does not leak if tipped over as long as the cap 'push button' is not depressed. So, depending on how the carafe is packed, there is risk of spillage if the 'push button' is pressed down.
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I ordered mine this past fall, and yes mine leaks slightly where the spout connects to the lid. Not enough to drip, but you can see liquid trapped underneath. I just use it for homemade coffee creamer, so although it's not perfect, it definitely gets the job done.
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I just hold the top lightly until it stops moving to the point it could 'walk' or tip over. This was the only drawback I could find when I researched blenders. Supposedly they are not supposed to tip over, even though it sure seems like it could; but I haven't had that much faith in it that I would walk away from it.
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I've not had any problems with spillage. I most often remove the brewing basket before pouring, but even with the basket in place you can tip the pot to drain if you hold on to the lid.
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Sorry I have only used it once I have almost a full bottle but I would try turning the bottle over and pour slowly when ready to use good luck .
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It wasn't made for that, I did try it over my sink, it didn't leak when I tipped it over. If you put in your car or truck and it rolls around it may trip the lever on the lid, and then it may leak.
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Mine leaked as well and I discovered that if I tilt the feeding tube back a bit it helped. In other words raise the end up. Sometimes it helps to totally stop the leaking and other times to a small drip. At least its better.