I see this feeder has disassemble instructions, do you have to do all that to refill the feeder? In Montana, I'll get frostbit filling this feeder!
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Not at all. NyQuil remove the cap, refill, replace. Takes about 30 seconds.
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No! You turn the top & add seed, it's not complicated. That is for cleaning purposes.
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Hello Montana - All you have to do is twist the top off to refill the feeder. BTW, this is the ONLY squirrel proof feeder I have owned that is truly squirrel proof - I have had it for at least 4 months and the squirrels can not get the seed out of it.
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The top twists off to pour in the feed. Disassembly is for thorough cleaning only.
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It can be tricky. I pull the top up and to the side so that the top is partially open. Then I balance it against something so it'll stay standing up and fill it from a bag. Creating a funnel out of paper might help. This is my second birdfeeder. I always seem to manage.
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There is a plastic sleeve that holds the seed in a column. The seed that sits in the little feeding trough does get wet when the snowblowing company throws snow all over the feeder, and if the rain is horizontal, that trough gets wet but not the seed inside the conical feeder. When I refill the feeder, I use a stick to remove the packed wet seed in the trough so that the dry seed can fall into the trough. However, if the rain is a vertical gentle rain. the conical top would probably protect the trough seed too. The seed inside the feeder stays dry even if the feeder gets covered in snow.
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Yes, that was the very reason that I purchased the auto feeder. I used the ice pack and froze the food that I would use for the later feedings. I think that it would work for all seasons for the maximum time, except summertime. I figured when it gets warmer that I would check out the temperature of the food after various time periods.
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No reason at all Mine has been up all winter in very cold weather with a much heavier feeder and a squirrel trying to get to the food. No problem with it at all. Go for it!
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There is an opening on the top with hooks, You can barely see the hooks in the picture of the feeder. Unhook the plate and it swings out of the way for filling. I have seen my cardinals use this feeder.
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A feeder like the previous poster mentioned. They also come in metal. Buy the plastic jar mentioned on that page and fill it with food. It screws into the base. Same with the water (with the base for water). With the metal base I was able to use a mason jar- just fyi.
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I was confused, too, Misha. I finally realized that the small cylinder at the top that has the ring in it unscrews. It was attached tightly but, with a little effort, it will turn. That cylinder detaches completely and the top can then just be lifted off. I hope you haven't thrown the feeder in front a train like I felt like doing at first. By the way, finches love it. When it is full, they cover the outside of it.
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The book says it works better if you let them in the hopper for 15 + minutes. I have never had an issue. My ice comes out like a snow cone.
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Here in Sequim, WA, we don't get snow like MN, but we already got dumped on twice this year. Neither time did the birdseed freeze, or perhaps, the double paned window kept the AWCH slightly warmer. Currently, our temps. are in the upper 30's, and birds are feeding round the clock. One suggestion, since the lower house portion, slides SO easily out from the roof portion affixed to the glass, is to simply bring it in during the night, and remount it when the sun comes up. That's just another beauty of this feeder---all parts snap apart for dismantle and easy cleaning. Good Luck!! K
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It looks like there are some small holes on the bottom of the feeder tray. But, if they do go all the way through, they are already so clogged that they won't offer any significant drainage. Honestly, this thing is on the small-ish size - it holds about a quart of seed. I find that during the busy summer days the birds completely empty it every day, so there really isn't too much time for the seed to rot. That might sound like a negative comment, but I think the birds get fresh seed this way. Just remember to put it in an easily accessible location because you'll need to take it down to refill it. It looks like there are some small holes on the bottom of the feeder tray. But, if they do go all the way through, they are already so clogged that they won't offer any significant drainage. Honestly, this thing is on the small-ish size - it holds about a quart of seed. I find that during the busy summer days the birds completely empty it every day, so there really isn't too much time for the seed to rot. That might sound like a negative comment, but I think the birds get fresh seed this way. Just remember to put it in an easily accessible location because you'll need to take it down to... » Read More It looks like there are some small holes on the bottom of the feeder tray. But, if they do go all the way through, they are already so clogged that they won't offer any significant drainage. Honestly, this thing is on the small-ish size - it holds about a quart of seed. I find that during the busy summer days the birds completely empty it every day, so there really isn't too much time for the seed to rot. That might sound like a negative comment, but I think the birds get fresh seed this way. Just remember to put it in an easily accessible location because you'll need to take it down to refill it. « Show Less
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I don't have the manual with me, as this was a gift for my mother, but while reading how to change the tension, I remember something about ordering separate parts. If you don't still have your manual, I would check out their website for this feeder http://bromebirdcare.com/products/plus/ There is contact info on the bottom right of the site. Here's the parts page so that you know, specifically, what to ask about: http://bromebirdcare.com/wp-content/uploads/1024-Exploded-view-Complete-Color.pdf
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THe string is too long. It's a problem. In the Minnesota winter the feeder needs to be hung close to sheltering trees or shrubs but I have nothing high enough to hang it safely there. Sort I don't have a solution yet.
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I don't live in a snowy climate, but having lived in one I imagine it would get caked in snow making it unusable during and after a winter storm unless you brushed it off. The seed getting wet doesn't seem to be a problem as the design allows it to ventilate and dry out easily. So far we haven't had a problem with birds larger than cardinals taking over the feeder. They stare at it, but I think the perch is too small for them to try it.
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My Feeder came with a pole and monting bracket. So you could use your pole and the included bracket or use their pole. However I was not overly impressed with their pole as ability to hold the weight of a full feeder or with stand high winds or snow storms. I used a "shepherds" crock that have had been unsing for years. The feeder comes with a super brack that easily is assembled into the feeder it self, has handled strongs winds with no problem this year. Still the best feeder for me and would buy another next if needed.
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I bought this for my husband, and he does all the feeding. I think you unscrew the center top and lift if off. If that doesn't work, email me back, and I'll ask him how it works. Thanks. Diane. Email me at ddw@srt.com.
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Should work fine. Just don't over fill the feeder. I do love mine with hours of entertainment.