Has anyone successfully determined how to stop the leaking? I am wondering if some batches of the red tips have holes that are too large -- I just inserted the first stopper into a old feeder that needed a replacement and the nectar dripped out within minutes. Has anyone successfully determined how to stop the leaking? I am wondering if some batches of the red tips have holes that are too large -- I just inserted the first stopper into a old feeder that... » Read More Has anyone successfully determined how to stop the leaking? I am wondering if some batches of the red tips have holes that are too large -- I just inserted the first stopper into a old feeder that needed a replacement and the nectar dripped out within minutes. « Show Less
156553
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.
156554
You just need to play with the angle of the cork or sometime the tube. Patience works..keep trying! All my feeders are glass. I've never tried them on plastic bottles though.
156555
Same thing happened to me also. My husband got one to actually work in a really old glass hummingbird feeder bottle. But as far as putting them onto a soda bottle..forget it. Stuck with 11 more ..would you like them??
156556
Having the same problem...I have given up stopping the leaking. Created way too many problems for me-with the leaking, ants were everywhere after the leaked nectar. I am going back to the old style of feeders without the tubes.
156557
By my experimenting, the size of the bottle, and how flexible the bottle is makes a big difference. A small glass bottle might give you enough of a vacuum to keep the liquid in. When I put my tubes on a large plastic bottle, they pour out.
156558
I believe the feeder needs an angle. It should not hang straight up and down.
156559
I find that most people try to be conservative on completely filling the bottle. This reduces the vacuum properties this type of feeder needs. When drinking from a full bottle the air you see in the bottle is actually at a much smaller air pressure than the air outside the bottle. So the answer is simple, fill the bottle.
156560
***** THIS IS HOW TO CORRECTLY FILL THE BOTTLE & INSERT THE FEEDING TUBE******DO THIS CORRECTLY AND YOU WON'T HAVE ANY LEAKS!(this is done with a wine bottle, but same concept, no matter what you're using)https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T6IeQOPKPn8
156561
I move the tube insertion shorter or back until it stopped. It was more of a vacuum problem I think.
2021950
Edited: After your question I researched and found I wasnt sent the lid with my order....processing a replacement now.the hole on this is about 4 inches wide so no it definitely does not clog. There is no stopper in this model, its just an open jug that fits onto the base. Creates a HUGE mess when refilling (MUST be done over the sink). I actually HATE this product due to the messiness of the refilling process. My husband figured out that if you put a paper plate over the opening (cut to size) it will suction itself in place until you slowly release it to let the water flow into the bowl, which is ridiculous amount of work to refill a water bowl (if you ask me). Edited: After your question I researched and found I wasnt sent the lid with my order....processing a replacement now.the hole on this is about 4 inches wide so no it definitely does not clog. There is no stopper in this model, its just an open jug that fits onto the base. Creates a HUGE mess when refilling (MUST be done over the sink). I actually HATE this product due to the messiness of the refilling process. My husband figured out that if you put a paper plate over the opening (cut to size) it will suction itself in place until you slowly release it to let the water flow into... » Read More Edited: After your question I researched and found I wasnt sent the lid with my order....processing a replacement now.the hole on this is about 4 inches wide so no it definitely does not clog. There is no stopper in this model, its just an open jug that fits onto the base. Creates a HUGE mess when refilling (MUST be done over the sink). I actually HATE this product due to the messiness of the refilling process. My husband figured out that if you put a paper plate over the opening (cut to size) it will suction itself in place until you slowly release it to let the water flow into the bowl, which is ridiculous amount of work to refill a water bowl (if you ask me). « Show Less
1327586
Mine stopped working on my second time ever using it. I looked through these comments and I didn't have vinegar or straws etc on hand. I ended up emptying out an eye drop bottle, sticking that into the supply tube and squeezed it a few times. It worked great after that. So basically anything that is small that blows air should fix the problem, although it's kind of sad that you have to do this on the second time using it.
1329831
Having just recently purchased two 32 ounce feeders from this company, To date I have no issues with leaking.. Obviously, you've contacted the company regarding the leaking? Sorry, can't assist you further..
1577914
I am on my 4th root feeder in the last year. They have/had a problem with the valve and maybe yours-after they identified the problem-it seems to be fixed. The older ones worked great but the plastic ones-well, not so hot. Years ago when I lived in Nebraska I had a good metal one, I used it once a month and watered each tree on low water pressure for 30 minutes each at three locations at the drip line and they thrived. The soil I have at my new house in Oklahoma, the feeder has not made a significant difference......Yet. But then again the 3 I purchased last summer and fall and this spring were defective. I have a good one now. I am on my 4th root feeder in the last year. They have/had a problem with the valve and maybe yours-after they identified the problem-it seems to be fixed. The older ones worked great but the plastic ones-well, not so hot. Years ago when I lived in Nebraska I had a good metal one, I used it once a month and watered each tree on low water pressure for 30 minutes each at three locations at the drip line and they thrived. The soil I have at my new house in Oklahoma, the feeder has not made a significant difference......Yet. But then again the 3 I purchased last summer and fall and this spring... » Read More I am on my 4th root feeder in the last year. They have/had a problem with the valve and maybe yours-after they identified the problem-it seems to be fixed. The older ones worked great but the plastic ones-well, not so hot. Years ago when I lived in Nebraska I had a good metal one, I used it once a month and watered each tree on low water pressure for 30 minutes each at three locations at the drip line and they thrived. The soil I have at my new house in Oklahoma, the feeder has not made a significant difference......Yet. But then again the 3 I purchased last summer and fall and this spring were defective. I have a good one now. « Show Less
1953647
I have had many lovely feeders that leak....this hummingbird feeder does not leak at all, and the birds enjoy perching while they dine. It "is" the Best 1.
758735
Yes! You absolutely HAVE TO fill the feeder to the top. The sugar water has to be "brimming" to the top of the container. When you fit the rubber stopper into the opening, the sugar water should squirt out of the tube. push the rubber stopper into the opening and then place your finger over the opening at the end of the tube to keep it from dripping until the hanging feeder is in the position it will be in when hanging. After it is hanging, release your finger from the opening. A full bottle of sugar solution will create a suction so that it does not leak or drip. If it drips, re-position the stopper so the tip lifts up a little higher. If it starts to drip... you may have lost enough liquid to make it start dripping so re-fill to the brim. It may take a few tries.
510554
I had the same problem as yours. But after I used Teflon tape as you did and let is leak little for a week or so, it stopped by itself. So hope it will happen to you also.
715878
I wonder if you were ever able to fix this? Mine leaks all over the place and in reading other reviews of this DeLonghi product, it seems a common complaint. Also seems like "not fixable." A real bummer.
734805
I use the Nectar Guard Tips with Aspects 429 Hummzinger Highview Feeder. Love that feeder, by the way. Non-spill, nice tight seal, holds plenty of food, cleans really nice - best one I've had. The feedy-holes are bigger than other feeders, however, and these tips work great.
1577663
I had the same problem. I went on the RDS website and they said to turn valve off, run main tank down below half and then open the valve again. Don't ask me why this would make a difference but I did it and the main tank refilled and did not overflow this time. Not sure why, but it works.
1608320
I don't use nectar; I just make plain sugar water. However, its made for both nectar and sugar water. There must be some issue with the feeder itself if the birds are not able to extract the sugar water from the holes. I have six of these exact feeders and there isn't a problem. I fill them up on day one and orioles and hummingbirds go at it. Other birds do try to feed but their beaks are too short. I would contact the seller.
1142397
Personally , I sent mine back after we ordered the second pot, ours was leaking where the stainless and plastic is put together, not the basket overflowing, took awhile to figure that out, me pot fixed it for about 5 days.... Returned for full refund and bought a brewville, have not had any problems with it
435644
The bees can't feed. There is a distance from the "lid" part where the feeder holes are and the "bowl" where the nectar is. The humming birds perch and then have to dip their beaks through the holes. It's fun when they have filled their beaks because then they put their heads up and swallow. The top is smooth and the flower is not a separate piece. It is red, not yellow. We have wasps feeding on our other feeders, but not this one. The picture does a good job of showing how it works. Our hummingbirds are territorial so they only feed one at a time. We love this feeder. Very easy to clean and fill. No spilling. The bees can't feed. There is a distance from the "lid" part where the feeder holes are and the "bowl" where the nectar is. The humming birds perch and then have to dip their beaks through the holes. It's fun when they have filled their beaks because then they put their heads up and swallow. The top is smooth and the flower is not a separate piece. It is red, not yellow. We have wasps feeding on our other feeders, but not this one. The picture does a good job of showing how it works. Our hummingbirds are territorial so they only feed one at a time. We love this feeder.... » Read More The bees can't feed. There is a distance from the "lid" part where the feeder holes are and the "bowl" where the nectar is. The humming birds perch and then have to dip their beaks through the holes. It's fun when they have filled their beaks because then they put their heads up and swallow. The top is smooth and the flower is not a separate piece. It is red, not yellow. We have wasps feeding on our other feeders, but not this one. The picture does a good job of showing how it works. Our hummingbirds are territorial so they only feed one at a time. We love this feeder. Very easy to clean and fill. No spilling. « Show Less
1279963
we've had the same issue on rare occassion. I have no idea why it is leaking and we have also checked it, cleaned it, etc. it seems to be more of an issue when it is overly full.
1601798
I dont think it is normal, but i hear this particular item has this flaw compared to other models. I started to double check the rubber ring and the lid for any food debris left, and normally the leaking didnt happen. Hope you try that.
851691
I have my feeder hanging from a chain with an s-hook attached directly on top of the feeder so I guess mine is hanging pretty level. I don't have problems with it leaking. This humming bird feeder is the best one I have ever used. I have probably had about 10 different types. I guess if you have the feeder sitting on something rather than hanging and it's not perfectly level if would leak.