After using this for a week the cap and screen are comping apart (the cap is making my tea leak). Is mine defective or are they just cheaply made?
1703893
I love mine and I find that it never leaks. However, I don't use the screen: I use mind usually as a coffee mug. When I first purchased mine and washed the lid, I removed the latex looking ring that helps the cap seal to the jar. That first time I forgot to replace this ring, at which point the jar did leak. Since then I am careful to replace the ring if I've removed it for washing. I hope this helps.
1703894
I have had mine for two years and it still works and I use it three time a day every day.
1703895
I think yours is defective. I have used it everyday for 3 months and not 1 problem. Best one I've ever owned!
1703896
the only time i've had my cap leak is when i leave my tea bag in, hang the string over the edge, and screw the cap on. ... but i really wouldn't expect the seal on the cap to handle all of that. I've used it about 3 times a week for many months.
1703897
I ended up ditching the screen - it tends to burn my hand when I take it out or it spills all over the place. I ended getting a new tea filter for it and now it works perfectly!
1248651
I've bought two of these. The first one, I was not able to. The second one didn't really have that problem.My experiences from the first one was that no matter how tightly I screwed the cap on, it would still leak if the bottle was on its side. I never had an issue from either of mine leaking from the cap when it was right-side up. If it leaks from that position, you probably should get a new one because that's not supposed to happen whatsoever.
1365399
I had the same experience! The outside seal was unbroken, but the one under the cap was loose. Very disturbing.
1856716
David, my suggestion is return it and ask for a refund. Mine worked for half a glass of juice and then there was more juice on my walls and ceilings than my glass. So please return it, ask for your money back and buy another brand.
1745803
Contact the company for a replacement, sounds like a defect. I never had that issue with mine.
1170805
Did you put the fine film of oil on the lid? I originally missed that on my AA. I have only gotten a slight steam leak once or twice, but it seemed to stop when I got up to pressure. Sorry I can't help more.
1004191
Had the same issue. Please soak overnight with dishwashing liquid that has lemon fragrance. Dont leave tea bag in after steeping.
925433
Love to help you SweetieBee but like you-I only bought the tea pot-I didn't manufacture it. This is a feature of Amazon that annoys me no end. Instead of contacting other purchasers they should take this question to the source for what it's worth I've had this tea pot for about a year have left water inside frequently - and have no problems with it. The lining is probably some type of protectant
293825
I have had mine for maybe 4-5 months and have had no problems and I am a heavy tea drinker and fill it at least twice a day. One thing I would suggest is to only use distilled water. I had a Black & Decker which lasted barely two years and started to leak and I was using tap water. The Melitta is much heavier and well built. Also try not to use up all the water so that it is heating itself. That will damage it.
595397
Vendor I bought from placed tape on the top cap to prevent spillage, so you just purchased from inexperienced or bad seller. Contact them to complain or ask for refund
407022
I would like the same answer. This is my second Michael Graves teapot. The first lasted for years. This second one is starting to show rust on the spout. It is coming from the screw attaching the spinner to the cover. Teapot is not even a year old! Much flimsier construction than the first!
97714
I have the same question. I've only had mine a few weeks but one of the screens is starting to come apart already at the edges. I guess I may have been cleaning it too rigorously. I still have the extras that they kindly provided, but eventually I'm going to need more. This is my first French press and I'm making the best coffee I've ever had with it, so it will continue to be used regularly.
1420352
Is it leaking the 'air' at the point where the aluminum bottom threads into the black top? If so, I would (which you may have already tried) try to make sure that the inner "straw/stem" piece is seated/centered properly and the top is as snug (without breaking it, obviously) as you can get it. I've had the situation - where mine also leaked as it was pressurized and I had to take the top back off and re-seat the stem piece. Now that I'm more careful to make sure it's seated right, I haven't had any more trouble (and I use it all the time). Also, make sure there is no debris that may be keeping the seal from seating properly. Hope this helps. Good luck. Is it leaking the 'air' at the point where the aluminum bottom threads into the black top? If so, I would (which you may have already tried) try to make sure that the inner "straw/stem" piece is seated/centered properly and the top is as snug (without breaking it, obviously) as you can get it. I've had the situation - where mine also leaked as it was pressurized and I had to take the top back off and re-seat the stem piece. Now that I'm more careful to make sure it's seated right, I haven't had any more trouble (and I use it all the time). Also, make sure there is no debris that... » Read More Is it leaking the 'air' at the point where the aluminum bottom threads into the black top? If so, I would (which you may have already tried) try to make sure that the inner "straw/stem" piece is seated/centered properly and the top is as snug (without breaking it, obviously) as you can get it. I've had the situation - where mine also leaked as it was pressurized and I had to take the top back off and re-seat the stem piece. Now that I'm more careful to make sure it's seated right, I haven't had any more trouble (and I use it all the time). Also, make sure there is no debris that may be keeping the seal from seating properly. Hope this helps. Good luck. « Show Less
2010852
We bought two, both of which immediately began leaking from the top. (Which was our problem to begin with.) We paid so little for the part, (under $20) that we didn't bother with the return. What we did was put glue on the top which was leaking and it has worked just fine. Its been about 3 months.
2139052
i lost mine too, but it seemed to function okay without leaking. however it may eventually. i would look for a replacement if you are going to keep the unit.
62190
is the lid on tightly??? see if it comes off, rinse dry and replace. see if that makes a difference.
70760
Yes, mine has a pin hole in the cap and mine does not leak. Maybe yours is faulty