I have a 5 litre model. since the begininig, the whistle does not blows off as it should. some times i have to open the lid and close again so that pressure can be built and then whistle also blows off. not sure if i am missing a trick or product is defective itself? I have a 5 litre model. since the begininig, the whistle does not blows off as it should. some times i have to open the lid and close again so that pressure can be built and then whistle also blows... » Read More I have a 5 litre model. since the begininig, the whistle does not blows off as it should. some times i have to open the lid and close again so that pressure can be built and then whistle also blows off. not sure if i am missing a trick or product is defective itself? « Show Less
645653
I'm no expert but it sounds like (1) the rubber ring is not properly seated, (2) the lid isn't properly seated (it took me a while to get it right), or (3) the pot is defective. If you can, contact the manufacturer. They are the experts. Good luck.
645654
It sounds like it may need a new gasket, if opening and resealing (after the cooker is hot and can soften the gasket) is working. The Hawkins website carries them, they are not expensive.
645655
I would have to agree, it sounds like the gasket isn't sealing properly. Just be sure there is no obstruction in either the lid vent or the vent hole of the weight. Mine has worked very well with no problems for a while now. Sounds like the seal isn't quite aligning.
645656
It seems the product is defective itself. The whistle should blow off automatically.
645657
It will not whistle , but you should be able to hear/feel pressure (hot air) coming out of the pressure valve in the lid. If you see even after 5 mins of cooking , there is no pressure coming out of the lid then only there is a problem, (taking into account that you have put required amount of water for the pressure to build)
980251
There is a small vent in the cover that lets out a little steam, because the whistle is in the cover itself. I think this is preferable to having the whistle in the spout, and the amount of steam is small. If there is a lot of steam and the pot is not whistling, then something is wrong with the lid seal.
1099294
Yes---My teakettle didn't whistle at first because I put too much water in it. Now with a little less water it works fine. You have to read the instructions that come with the product.
209747
Not really sure, but maybe there is too much of a vacuum. Try popping the sipper seal a few times and then screwing off the lid.
994451
Another comment about it. In response to Gloria's complaint about it not whistling, I bought it specifically because it does not whistle and love it for that reason. To each his or her own. No offense Gloria
1395757
Hmmm. It should just close when you do that. Try taking the top off and messing with it to see if it closes that way. If that doesn't work, you might have gotten a defective cap.
160499
If it quits advancing, there is usually a jam somewhere inside the unit which can often times be fixed by going to the blank option and continuing to press the device in the hopes it will spit out the jam. If the jam is too small for that, you might be able to see it and pull it out. If the pressure handle will no longer work, then the device is probably broken. In my experience, these are "one man" machines. Many people using it can lead to breaks.
1657202
I have this coffee pot, I bought last year. It works fantastic and keeps my coffee hot. Are you closing the lid tightly after pouring a cup of coffee? I wonder if the seal on your lid is maybe defective.
2277662
When I first got mine, I set it up in the kitchen under some lights, filled the water tank, and then turned it on to confirm it worked. I ran it for a few minutes and then unplugged it and carried it to my room. I noticed that it wasn't blowing out much mist. Like you are noticing now. I proceeded to empty out the basin and try again, and it worked like a champ. See, in carrying it down the hall with the water tank full, when it gets jostled around with the valve open, more water gets into the basin than should be and the ultrasonic platter can't work through the higher levels of water. Just empty out the basin, put the water tank back on and turn it on. Also, the more you turn the knob, the more mist comes out. Turn it until it stops turning, that's full power.
1171174
We do, but we have also found that it rattles a lot and has developed an awful raspy sound -- not the whistle it should have, like when it was brand new. Not happy with the product at this point.
1236804
As others have noted, mine doesn't whistle at all. That is a problem that never even occurred to me before i purchased this--you can forget it's even heating without the whistle and boil the kettle dry. Is this a fire hazard? Too bad, it's a great product otherwise but if I can't figure out how to fix or replace the whistle then I don't want it in my home (fire hazard).
1091032
Here is my video showing how I installed and I explain how to tighten each side a little bit until they are snug. Maybe one side is tighter and its not allowing the other side to sit flush. All I get for noise on mine is a slight whistle while going down the road. I want to find some type of spoiler that can go on the front to get rid of the whistle when I am not hauling anything. You could also take them down one at a time and see which one is making the noise. Good luck and feel free to ask any more questions. http://youtu.be/QZcza0KBh9M
1817906
You press lever to open spout-cover and this stops the whistling...then yes, the spout-cover remains open until you close it manually. Note: Be SURE lid on top of pot (not spout lid) is firmly closed, because if not, when you pour, hot steam will escape from lid onto your hand.
706969
It works for me. When my parents dog yapps at me, I blow this thing and that little bugger almost jumps back. I keep my hand on the whistle and I've even held the whistle up to my lips when we have those situations. It sometimes takes a couple sustained blows, on the highest setting (I don't mess around), and that yapper shuts up. You must only use it when the dog barks. If you use it at any other time, your going to confuse the animal and this whistle does hurt...so don't let anyone use it for any other purpose and certainly, don't use it unless it is truly required. (That would board abuse). If used properly, its very useful. It works for me. When my parents dog yapps at me, I blow this thing and that little bugger almost jumps back. I keep my hand on the whistle and I've even held the whistle up to my lips when we have those situations. It sometimes takes a couple sustained blows, on the highest setting (I don't mess around), and that yapper shuts up. You must only use it when the dog barks. If you use it at any other time, your going to confuse the animal and this whistle does hurt...so don't let anyone use it for any other purpose and certainly, don't use it unless it is truly required. (That would board... » Read More It works for me. When my parents dog yapps at me, I blow this thing and that little bugger almost jumps back. I keep my hand on the whistle and I've even held the whistle up to my lips when we have those situations. It sometimes takes a couple sustained blows, on the highest setting (I don't mess around), and that yapper shuts up. You must only use it when the dog barks. If you use it at any other time, your going to confuse the animal and this whistle does hurt...so don't let anyone use it for any other purpose and certainly, don't use it unless it is truly required. (That would board abuse). If used properly, its very useful. « Show Less
1194359
Yes, the whistle/cap is spring loaded and opens with a trigger. Release the trigger and it closes. No, it will not stay open.
1275057
the whistle is loud but if you don't put the top back on after you fill it or if the spout sticks open ( which it can cuz its a different design ) then it won't whistle .... i like it better than the rest cuz it doesn't get the calcium deposit so you have to decalcify all of the time.. I would buy this again.. I use it everyday throughout the day..hope that helps.
1756689
I just bought the same one, and it doesn't whistle either, after two tries with two water levels, with water at full rolling boil. Will exchange to see whether another one works better.