Has anyone had a problem with smaller jars sliding out of the rack? It seems that they might slide out of the side without an extra ring.
1585618
I use more small jars then big jars and do not have any problems. I weight them down with water in the pot before lowering.
1340438
It is not a problem for me because I use a special jar lifter to bring the jars out one at a time. Lifting all those boiling hot jars all at once could be dangerous.
656582
Eventually have to keep trying different placement to get the Pushers to fit in so the lid can be closed . It is a little frustrating but they do fit --I usually take them off the racks and them they will fit-
957944
Yes, the jars should not come in contact with the bottom of the pot because they can crack. You can try using jar rings as a rack, but I found them to be a little unstable and one jar tipped. Jars need to remain upright in the canner. If you buy a regular large canner, such as one from Graniteware, it comes with a rack. Wire racks are also available from other manufacturers. I chose this one because it fits in my stockpot. You can read more about canning at http://nchfp.uga.edu/, the National Center for Home Food Preservation.
1714272
No issues with mine. Either return/exchange at Amazon, or contact Rubbermaid.
616218
not sure. I did not have this problem maybe put them lower in oven. The rack in my oven stays at a lower level all the time so maybe it was too close to heat. Hope you work it out I have really enjoyed my set.
813357
My lids fit pretty good except for last, it fit very snug but I could put it in the rack. I would think maybe try to swap some lids around to see which lids fit better. Hope you are able to get it.
813363
Hmmm...I wonder if your lids are unusually thick or oddly shaped. Have you put them in as the photo indicates, with the smallest on the bottom and getting larger as they go up? Are you able to post a photo of your predicament?
1705998
The jars are very sturdy. I have the stainless steel option and I think that would be good for you. I might be a little worried about them kilnking together though. I do not shake test my herb rack so I do not know for sure.
1393473
I don't know why you have a space- when I screwed the jar on the bottom it fits up against the bottom of the trap-tightly- there is no escape once they fall into the jar- I've watched them try to get out--maybe you don't have the jar screwed on correctly???
768441
Haven't had that problem. If the liquid level gets low you may have to tilt the jar forward.
709734
Try spraying the circumference of the ring with a little dry silicone lube. It will loosen up some with use. It's weird that it fits great in the stored position. I didn't mess with it other than that. Not bad at all now.
1930263
Mine is in a cabinet which has a wood bottom. I have 3 cookie sheet, 3 stoneware item,(1 cookie, 2 pizza stones) and 3 8"in cake pans in my rack. I never had had any problems with it sliding when I am putting away any of these items.. I really love this item. Can't believe how much stuff it holds. Hope this helps
1230329
So far... I have not had this problem with my (4) keepers. When I just looked at one of mine, I noticed that there is a groove in the seal that must fit OVER an inner "ridge" in the top of the lid. It kind of 'snaps' onto that ridge when it is on right. You may not be getting the groove on the ridge properly. If that does not correct the problem, then you may want to return it for a new one. I have used one of mine for almost 2 years and have had no problems.
1941228
There is definitely a design flaw in this product. This is the 3rd one of these that I have owned. My first one lasted for many years too, but I guess the quality has gone down. You have to be careful on what types of jars you use it on. It seems to work well on round jars, but jars with corners will cause it to break. That has been my experience. I wouldn't bother trying to fix it. Toss it and get another one or just go back to what you were doing before.
520072
That will happen with this model it opens little more than half way. That's to avoid tipping over when drawer is full. Hope this was helpful
1340437
Not really. I use jar lifters to get my jars in and out of the water. The rack works pretty well, I just wish the rings the jars sit on were closer. I have had problems with half pints shifting and staying in place during canning.