How do I open these things up to refill? I fear forcing it, and breaking it
171539
This is very simple to open. You twist open where the arrows are for your batteries and then the battery holder just pulls out of the little holes that you line up. Just pull up, it comes right off! Just hold the bottom and pull gently on the black part.
171540
First, it DOES feel like you're going to break it when you try to open it. But here's how you do it... After you twist the metal sleeve to unlock it and slide it off, you then pull the entire black plastic top section (that the metal outer sleeve was covering) off from the clear part. There should have been instructions w/your unit that might explain better than I am here.
674892
Try prying it open with a screwdriver or a butterknife.try pressing it down then pry up.
1175666
I've never tried, but it does look like there is a slot that a jewelers screwdriver or a really small one would fit into that you should be able to pop it open. I know I have a pair I need to shorten, but I just haven't had the time to do it.Here is their website link, maybe they can help you. http://www.locklaces.com
35801
I had the same problem. I took a small screwdriver and used it to pry it open
1850648
Ran into the same issue at first. You can use a coin or a corner of an old credit card and press down in the little slot hard enough and it should slide open easily. Don't force it.
2024116
put thumbs into each side and apply pressure outwards. they are stiff but will open back up if you press hard. I have done this myself and had to open by hand. stiff but it works.
856537
Just check youtube on how to open it so you don't break it.It's very east once you get the hang of it.
1843096
No not really, you have to force in there, I broke mine , the base because if it. I would stick with the actual refill
1697504
Hi Tina, It is quite simple. Turn the (now empty) compact upside down. Just below where it is hinged, you will see a small hole. Use any small object (I used a paper clip which I had twisted upwards) and push the old compact out. The first time you do this, it might be quite hard as they usually place a small amount of glue between the compact and the refil, just push hard and you may also need to use a small pliers to grab the refil part as it lifts. Once its out, clean away the glue and pop your new refil in. Next time it will be much more simple to remove and replace. I hope this answers your question. Hi Tina, It is quite simple. Turn the (now empty) compact upside down. Just below where it is hinged, you will see a small hole. Use any small object (I used a paper clip which I had twisted upwards) and push the old compact out. The first time you do this, it might be quite hard as they usually place a small amount of glue between the compact and the refil, just push hard and you may also need to use a small pliers to grab the refil part as it lifts. Once its out, clean away the glue and pop your new refil in. Next time it will be much more simple to remove and replace. I hope this answers... » Read More Hi Tina, It is quite simple. Turn the (now empty) compact upside down. Just below where it is hinged, you will see a small hole. Use any small object (I used a paper clip which I had twisted upwards) and push the old compact out. The first time you do this, it might be quite hard as they usually place a small amount of glue between the compact and the refil, just push hard and you may also need to use a small pliers to grab the refil part as it lifts. Once its out, clean away the glue and pop your new refil in. Next time it will be much more simple to remove and replace. I hope this answers your question. « Show Less
1778456
Just take the bottom and top half and twist. It can be kind of difficult to open, I still struggle with mine.
788849
Use your strength and just do it... I though I would break mine trying too hard to unfold it, but no. It will get easier to fold/unfold over time.
51872
Mine opened just not easily. I held the unit in both hands and pressed in the direction of the arrow with both thumbs. It required more pressure than I expected. Good luck!
1054672
PUSH IT! :-) Seriously, fold it as much as you can on the lines that remains from the first time you took it out and then the rest is just pushing it harder and harder! That is how I do it :-)
21221
It is very odd to open I had trouble when I received mine also. Instead of using the lip on the lid, grab the smooth sides beside the lip and pull to open.
455254
There is a button on the bottom of the back. Just press it in with fingernail and it pops open.
2255574
To refill there is a large screw plug in the bottom. Easy access, easy to remove and replace. Hope this helps.
309624
Tape a small elastic band to the inside right hand side edge,then you can pull it open with the band.