Has anyone noticed how the tube doesn't slide out freely when you whip out in a hard turn? It seems to grab at the half way mark and turns back in
754830
It's the design of it to avoid it from flipping. There are other tubes for that kind of activity. I can swing this one out quite well, but I don't want to flip my kids. We have a flat lay down one for the more evasive maneuvers. I LOVE this tube though.
1420350
I believe that always happens. I turn the bottle on it's side and slowly tighten the cartridge holder till I feel resistance. Then I screw it the rest of the way as fast as I can. It is a design flaw. They should have recessed the piercing pin further into the holder. I have not lost the whole thing yet but you really have to work fast to save as much of the cartridge as possible.
1202083
The fast few tubes I purchased also seem to be separated. It still seems to work but I have to do a lot more rubbing in. Shaking the tube doesn't seem to help.
1582366
Yes, mine is the same way but its not a problem for me. I just turn it around gently and presto.....problem solved. Its works great so such a small problem is not worth time and energy.
607943
Hi, I held mine by the wheel tightly and loosely gripped the body and mine slipped right apart. Try twisting it first to get it loose. Thanks!
139983
Check to make sure it's not screwed down too tightly. A little bit of lubricant in the part that spins might help also. The handle really does move it quite nicely. You may want to check to make sure nothing like packing material or debris is stuck in it, effectively jamming it tight.
1186269
Cheryl, do the things the others mention. also the wire cable needs to clear the wheel, pull it out of the way before pulling up the square lock on the handel. It seems to always get hung up on the wheel therefore not allowing the cart to close. Just practice it a few times. Also put some lube on the shaft where the sliding square handel locks down on the cart....that dam cabel wire is always in the way of the wheel closing or opening...Practice it just like your putting....enjoy
1690779
..mine worked like a charm, yes...it screws like a crank, you just have to tighten by feel...if you think you have enough for one more turn and the neck to end up vertical then go ahead...I knew on my last turn that it was pretty tight and that I might had enough for a one more turn but I wasn't 100% so I stopped...plumbers tape is a must obviously and so far no leaks or problems....there is no need to over-tighten....
2173108
Problem.... I spoke too soon. Used mine again this weekend and it definitely does slip. Sorry for the bad news update. It is possible to slip it back, just takes a little messing around with it. Too bad they don't fix that problem, seems like it wouldn't be difficult, and then the product would be awesome.
1955209
OMG I have this exact same problem. I thought it was something I did "wrong".Yes I keep tripping over it and it has become a hazard, such as when carrying hot liquids for example.And annoying to boot.
2178146
I found that mine would stick at certain positions which made smooth movement across the full length near impossible. As far as to much play I had the opposite it was smooth and controlled till I hit that rough spot and even lubricant didn't help much
1452872
Because it gets an air pocket inside the pump and air does not pump well by hand. These were supposed to not do that so much but I found the opposite to be true. I just change the tube when its almost out, that way there usually is no trouble with air in them. Also after you get a couple turns in with the new tube, release the T handles so it can push some air out while screwing the two pieces together, that helps a lot sometimes too
78639
On the bottom of the unit there's a plastic tab. It takes more pressure on the tab than I'm comfortable with to release the catch that holds the tube, and you may need to push/pull the tube away from the housing while pressing hard on the tab. Removing the leaf attachment is harder, 'cuz there's less leverage.
427504
I did not have this problem, mine slid out fine. I'm not sure about a release? Sorry!
276751
It is very tight to turn, but it will. Use some vice grips or pliers until it turns loose then spray some WD-40 on it. Mine is very tight and hard to turn every time I use it but it doesn't leak so I'm happy.
743488
I extend the legs first and tighten nuts...this gives the stand some downward weight. Then loosen the turn knob at end of center post and the inner tube should advance freely. Sounds like there may be a dent or crimp in the tubing or a metal burr that's catching. I'd return for an exchange.
468765
I got mine over a year ago and never had a problem with it. both the upper cylinders and lower cylinders slide really easy. If its rough then it must be defective.