I am unable to open my V3880. I press the green buttons inside the unit and only the left side releases. I have misplaced my manual.
799621
FoodSaver does have manuals on their website ( http://www.foodsaver.com/ ). Not certain why only one side would work, but you can give their site a try. The following link is to the manual that I believe you'd need, but you can verify things by going to the actual FoodSaver site and looking for their manuals.http://demandware.edgesuite.net/aamb_prd/on/demandware.static/Sites-food-saver-Site/Sites-food-saver-Library/default/v1401535023846/documents/instruction-manuals/FSFSSL3880-DTC_43_14817720.PDF
799622
FoodSaver does have manuals on their website ( http://www.foodsaver.com/ ). Not certain why only one side would work, but you can give their site a try. The following link is to the manual that I believe you'd need, but you can verify things by going to the actual FoodSaver site and looking for their manuals. http://demandware.edgesuite.net/aamb_prd/on/demandware.static/Sites-food-saver-Site/Sites-food-saver-Library/default/v1401535023846/documents/instruction-manuals/FSFSSL3880-DTC_43_14817720.PDF
799623
Just went over to mine and I pressed both green buttons at the same time and it opened up without any problems. You can look online for a download of the manual at the manufactures web site. Hope this helps
799624
I have not had any issue with my food saver, suggest you goggle fir manual.
83289
I'm not sure mine didn't even work when I got it so I'm gonna have to look into it as well. I'll look and see if mine came with a manual.
1971684
Had to do the same thing. Force it open brand new. Does not make a lot of sense to me.
1998634
If you had set a new combination open it by dialing the new combination. If you have not set a new combination then open it with the release button. Good luck.
1377159
Hmmmm.....I just got the same error and I can not even open the tray door as well. Did you by chance get a fix for this error or does anyone know what it is? I have done search after search and can not come up with anything. GRRRRRR
18891
Mine is also fine. Yours may be stuck, or you might have a defective unit, as already suggeted. Have you tried contacting the seller? they seem to be very responsive.
192200
Return it for a new unit. Mine started to only do MANUAL mode, and I called T-Fal and they confirmed they've been getting calls about this. I had just got mine, so I returned it for another one.. so far, everything is working fine again. I suggest buying from Bed Bath and Beyond since they will allow you to return past 60 days if you keep your receipt. Hope this helps!
1181417
The face does not open manually, there are two buttons on the bottom of the unit face that look like, ^ and a downward arrow as well, that is your face open/close mechanism, if it has power and that still doesn't open it, then you have a defective unit
52109
Same here; frustrating it does not open even with thorough cleaning and fresh batteries; I'm thinking of returning to step lever to open lid. How hard is that?
254379
My unit has a problem with the dvd drawer opening when you are in vhs mode. Does anyone have any suggestions on this problem?Admiral Joe
1677796
mine opened very easily--just tried again. turn it counter clockwise --push to the right where it says open
674892
Try prying it open with a screwdriver or a butterknife.try pressing it down then pry up.
416239
There is a key in the box it is black plastic with 2 tabs on it put it into the holes on the back of the unit and turn till it opens. You may need to pry it with your fingernail.
823037
This happened to me one time, a key inside the box got stuck in the lock mechanism. I basically just pounded on it a few times and jarred the key lose and then it opened up.
2003704
unlocking mine i only press the four key numbers and works well. I only use that button for locking and turning. I guess you touched the button by mistake and it open - that i have not seen. I will try. If it's a new lock it could be a defect. I would try clsoing and opening and repeating what you did to see if you duplicate the failure and if happens again ...return it.
1839494
Sorry, mine just stopped working pretty sooner after purchase. Took it to designated repair shop, no parts available. Greenworks sent me another model for replacement, no problems so far, better design.
590844
I give up! That sucker is never coming out. I tried everything. I guess I will just buy the housing unit again since it appears from these posts that some people are not having this problem. So, I can only assume that those of us having the problem got faulty units. :(