The lid is stuck. How do I unscrew it?
817846
There is a tool that comes with it that you use to take the lid off. Although, it says not to use the tool to tighten it, only tighten with your hands. It gets tighter as the ice cream is being made.
817847
It eventually comes unstuck with the little "tool" that they sent, but it gets in pretty tight as the ball starts to freeze.
206858
I've used a butter knife between the bottom of the lid and the side of my thumb to pry it open. Just be careful not to spill it everywhere!
1648147
I have same problem, It is not the lid but the "O" ring. The "O" ring becomes swollen and then makes the lid hard to shut. However I have replaced with a new one and it is still hard to remove and install. I am in the process of trying to trouble shoot this problem so I can share with others what to do.
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I found it easier to take the lid apart once I realized I need to pull the top off, not try to pry the bottom. I'm talking about the very top part of the lid. Just pop it from the rest. Once my husband showed me, I had to laugh at how frustrated I had been trying to get it apart. Good luck.
771834
I never had the lid get stuck, but I've experienced the cups bottom getting stuck so I just carefully lifted it up. Perhaps you could do the same in the opposite direction.
1903387
There is a sliding latch. Push it towards the center. Then twist the lid and lift off.
635552
Yours must just be stiff. I just get a firm grip on it and turn the top opening to the left. However, you will then need to re-pressurize it by pumping it up. Maybe you have too much pressure in it - try opening the little pressure valve first and then it should unscrew more easily.
416238
On the backside are two small holes, and a "tool" is delivered with the unit. It is a slip of plastic, with two pins to fit in the holes.You just have to twist the lid to open it, the trick is to get hold on that thing.
466761
I agree when the lid is completely shut it is difficultto open I have used the tip of a table knife and slid it under the edge to gently pop it open. When I take it with me out of the house I don't push the lid down all the way.
1637469
Hold the bottom with one hand and the top with the other hand then turn the bottom or the top while holding the other part steady. Turn and pull apart at the same time. You have to pull and turn very hard. That removes the base then unscrew the glass container.
1195165
Lift the lid handle up and then pull STRAIGHT up. You need to hold onto the handle of the blender w/one hand and pull the lid off w/the other, once you figure it out, it won't be difficult. I was rocking it off, which is hard to do, but my husband showed me how to just pull it off and voila! It's just that first time, lol!
37052
I have several of these. I agree with Whitehouse check the lock under the press bar slide it to the left to unlock it then close the lid
1531175
Hmmm. I have had to use a screw driver as well, but with success. So, my only advice is to try again with the screw driver because the lid is very tight. Good luck.
466762
I tried to open and close the lid when it is empty. I had to use booth of my thumbs to push it open. I am not sure what is the best solution other than a different design.
206358
It is a screw-off lid but is very difficult the first time. I used an "ice pick" and put it through the slots and it helped me free the bond and unscrew the top. You can use a screwdriver or any kitchen tool (spoon?) that can fit through the slot. After that first time, it is easier to work.
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Try prying it open with a screwdriver or a butterknife.try pressing it down then pry up.
506809
I cannot get the lid off to fill it, its a Christmas gift and I was looking it over,, any suggestions out there