I purchased one of these early in February and only started using it a couple of weeks ago. Each time the mailbox door is opened, the unit pops open,
790958
I would check that your batteries are pushed tightly down into the compartment. I haven't had any problems with mine at all, so I'm just guessing here. Good luck
790959
I haven't had this problem. I would check that the batteries are snugly inserted. If so, you could return the product. But I wouldn't give up on it. It works very well for me. If I had your situation, I would secure the whole device to the mailbox lid with tape or a band anchored by more Velcro or small bolts.
790960
Never had that problem.... cover snaps tight. But, return it anyway. Mine rings in teh middle of the night for no reason (repeatedly). Have to unplug it. During the day, 50/50 chance it will work. Poor product!Fred
790961
There must be a defect with your product, you should return it for a new one. The unit should just stick right to the door of the mailbox and remain as one unit regardless of how much force is used to open and close, and regardless of how many times it is opened. If you want to just skip getting a return product I am sure you could just tape the two pieces of the housing together. Just make sure not to cover up the antenna or the switch in the back.
790962
Sounds like a defective transmitter. Mine doesn't do this and I've had it for over a year. I'd request a replacement.
790963
Sorry, never had THAT problem, but I would never buy this product again. Works less that 50% of the time. Very upsetting.
77992
I have owned one for 2 months. The actuator button quickly broke off. This is a small plastic button that tells the power unit that it is properly mounted. It was made of cheap plastic. Good design would have had a piece of metal instead. This would not have cost more. I have just glued it with JB Weld. We will see if it works. But this break disturbs me. If they could design such an obvious flaw on the externals, what could be lurking inside? I have drank soy milk for 30 years. This is my 3rd soy milk maker. The other two, (different brands) both died at about 13 months. If you are a heavy soy milk consumer, I would now advise you to get the 2 year warranty. I have owned one for 2 months. The actuator button quickly broke off. This is a small plastic button that tells the power unit that it is properly mounted. It was made of cheap plastic. Good design would have had a piece of metal instead. This would not have cost more. I have just glued it with JB Weld. We will see if it works. But this break disturbs me. If they could design such an obvious flaw on the externals, what could be lurking inside? I have drank soy milk for 30 years. This is my 3rd soy milk maker. The other two, (different brands) both died at about 13 months. If you... » Read More I have owned one for 2 months. The actuator button quickly broke off. This is a small plastic button that tells the power unit that it is properly mounted. It was made of cheap plastic. Good design would have had a piece of metal instead. This would not have cost more. I have just glued it with JB Weld. We will see if it works. But this break disturbs me. If they could design such an obvious flaw on the externals, what could be lurking inside? I have drank soy milk for 30 years. This is my 3rd soy milk maker. The other two, (different brands) both died at about 13 months. If you are a heavy soy milk consumer, I would now advise you to get the 2 year warranty. « Show Less
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I had two units with a similar sounding problem. It was an internal mechanical flaw and I returned it both times to Costco, swapping it the second time for a more expensive (and much more effective) gasoline powered unit. I had had a previous electric home unit that lasted more than a decade, but the SnapOns were a complete and utter failure.
42929
I would say yours has a problem. With ours you just push the release and the door actually "pops" open. You shouldn't need both hands. Send it back.
2020510
I never had that problem with mine however, this unit stopped working the second year I tried to use it and I disposed of it and wont purchase another.
527800
Been there, done that. It's likely the conveyor motor and it isn't supposed to do that. Unfortunately, I became very good friends with customer service. I went through a replacement motor and two different replacement units. It was never right. I finally gave up and bought a different litter box.
2102081
The tension on the side bolts may have to be adjusted, probably loosened. Try adjusting the nuts a little from each side and see if that allows the gate to open a little easier.
1164838
I assumeBut only for a month or two, after which it will only make a good door stop or paperweight... A buzzing paperweight
854861
Same thing happen to me while I was using this one it worked fine in the first couple weeks and then no more
1176969
No issues with mine. It is also a challenge to pull mail out from the delivery slot.
653969
Mine never worked well. It always had to go around 2 or 3 times to open a can. Working at all, it lasted about 3 months. I purchased mine in mid may, it is now mid august. I'm here on amazon looking for a replacement because it barely opens cans anymore.
274106
I had the same issue with a different model. I forced it open slightly manually once and it was ok. I know it sounds crude. But it worked in the past.
1630316
I have the same issue. I've had mine several months without issue, but feel the day will come that the button breaks. I bought another brand (emsa) at around the same time - it was a bit more $ but works so much better
1346780
I have owned this machine for 6 months and only used it a few times. Within two months it started only working with half vibration power and has since quit working altogether. I would recommendtrying another model or brand.
446408
I have had mine for two years and am experiencing the same thing for the last month. Can't hardly vacuum anything before it pops off. Aggravating!!
1139811
It seems to be a common problem. Mine did the exact same thing around 5-6 months after I bought it. I ended up getting a new one.
238982
I love this mailbox, but the door doesn't close on its on. But it takes miminal effort to close it. Most all mailboxes have doors, and you should call the postmaster in your area and complain.