I am getting ready to put this feeder out and I have no idea how to get the top off..They say I can't return it so please help
1353716
just turn the top counter clockwise, and lift. putting it back on is a bit tricky but I have used these feeders for years and they are awesome.... happy bird viewing.
1353717
I had trouble with the lid, too. Not only getting the lid off but getting it on. I put it in my garage and bought another different one which is much better.
1353718
Just hold the base and turn the top counter clockwise to unlock it. To put the top back on, just reverse the process. I would suggest setting it on a flat surface, aligning the locking tabs and turning it clockwise.
1353719
You just have to turn the top counter clockwise and it comes right off. Actually it's harder to put back on without spilling everything. If I knew then, what I kow now, I would have gotten a different kind.
1353720
You only need to twist the top. Hold the middle in one hand then twist the top with the other it comes right off.
1353721
It twists off. VERY VERY HARD. Be careful you don't cut yourself when it finally turns sharply while trying to get it off, I did. Good luck getting it back on, too... plan on spilling a lot of seed. :(
1353722
My son said he had to twist it a half turn to get the top off. Look at the bottom and you'll be able to see which way the slots run. Good luck. It's a great bird feeder.
418955
I just buy regular bird seed and fill it in the top...I also put electrical tape around the bottom as the first time I filled it came loose and I lost all the feed on the ground and that really helped it and the squirrels haven't bother it since.. I really like the feeder
418950
The top of the feeder pulls off very easily. There is a spring inside that prevents it from falling off completely. You can pour the seed in the top after removing it. I use a #10 tin can to fill it.
2013851
I have been disappointed by the lack of use by the cardinals. Have had this feeder up for about 3 months and only now I might see one visiting Cardinal a couple of times a week. To refill, there is a lid on a swivel on the top of the feeder. Push the 2 levers over and then slide the top to the side.
1422245
The top is secured with silicone. You should be able to remove it and reattach it.
689934
Top is not removable and is a main component of how the cage goes together. Would not suggest removing it on a regular basis. Cage has two small access doors and two openings for food/water bowls
1307612
It's really hard to take the top off. I usually push the top right corner by applying upward force. Then the right top and bottom notches come off, then you do the same for the left side.
1608319
I filled the feeder by twisting the lower round part off, and turn the top part upside down. (Before one places the round part back on, look on top of the round part and make sure it is on tight (twist until it catches edge). Then I pour the nectar into the feeder and turn the round part back on. (I don't turn it right side up until I walk outside and am next to feeder.) After hanging it up right side up it may take a little "push" to get the liquid to fill up the bottom. Hummers have long tongues. Good Luck!
2074318
You need to hold the bottom and pull the whole top off. Just be careful. If you have peppercorn in there already, they could fly out.
1227893
I opened the top, turned it over and it fell out. I bought a second feeder . . . and had no issues with the manual staying inside on either one.
2165873
are you talking about the entire bottom of the feeder or just one of the little perches where the birds land? If it is the perches then make sure the perch is screwed tightly to the bottom of the feeder. If your talking about the entire bottom of the feeder, take a look at the back of the feeder. the small straight "connector" peices in the middle should look like an upside down check mark. If one of those "check marks" is missing than the bottom will not stay on the feeder. I had this problem once myself and it wasn't until I looked at the back closely that I was able to see the problem. Had to order a new feeder by the way. Its only plastic and will break eventually if your not careful. I am now more careful when I disassemble it to put in more hummingbird food. Hope this helps
1182395
I just sit it on the floor unclip the top and move the top onto the floor, but both my birds were hand raised so they don't worry when the bottom is taken off, I usually clean the cage when the birds are out of the cage. But the top lifts off easily so if you take it off slowly it shouldn't alarm the bird anyway
672243
It is winter so I am not using mine at the moment. I think the little knob at the top has a button to loosen it up. You push the button and put the knob as close to the top as possible. when you release the button it locks in place. I'm not 100% sure this is correct. I will not be getting to my feeder until after the snow melts.
1468825
I wish I had a clear answer for you but I just believe that as convenient the feeder should/could be it's just not that well designed. I would suggest asking the manufacturer or sending it back and getting a new one or a refund.
265484
The way to open the bird feeder is to turn the top of the chimney and it will open up the roof. Than just put the seed inside. Happy Birding
1460155
There is a hole in the base of the feeder. Get a piece of pipe from your hardware store that is the height you want plus at least a foot to go in the ground. The pipe needs to be no wider than 7/8 of an inch; my local hardware store had one exactly that dimension. The dome will lift off the tubes completely so you can fill it, then screw the dome back into the threaded top of the rod.
1647636
I read the previous answers but couldn't figure out to open it. My husband did. Wish I could post a photo showing it off/open & on/closed. The entire top that flares out (a darker plastic piece) comes off. Use your thumbs to push it up & off. Don't use a tool like I did! I broke off a small chunk trying to pry it open.