Is anyone else haveing a problem with the lid staying close i bean seeing some comments about problems with the lid i wanted to know before i buy this
1400592
Yes and No. Let me explain. The larger particles with get caught while the smaller, finer fragments will sift through. After three or four uses, I get a clean t-shirt and stretch it over a large pot and drain the oil to catch the small items that may be deposited at the bottom around the heating elements. After that I use dawn dish soap and clean the t-shirt in the sink with mild to hot water before I put the t-shirt into the washer with my regular wash load. By doing this I am able to clean the heating elements and reuse some of the oil as long as I have not cooked too hot, burning the oil. I get another few uses out of it and with clean elements it heats evenly. Yes and No. Let me explain. The larger particles with get caught while the smaller, finer fragments will sift through. After three or four uses, I get a clean t-shirt and stretch it over a large pot and drain the oil to catch the small items that may be deposited at the bottom around the heating elements. After that I use dawn dish soap and clean the t-shirt in the sink with mild to hot water before I put the t-shirt into the washer with my regular wash load. By doing this I am able to clean the heating elements and reuse some of the oil as long as I have not cooked too hot, burning the... » Read More Yes and No. Let me explain. The larger particles with get caught while the smaller, finer fragments will sift through. After three or four uses, I get a clean t-shirt and stretch it over a large pot and drain the oil to catch the small items that may be deposited at the bottom around the heating elements. After that I use dawn dish soap and clean the t-shirt in the sink with mild to hot water before I put the t-shirt into the washer with my regular wash load. By doing this I am able to clean the heating elements and reuse some of the oil as long as I have not cooked too hot, burning the oil. I get another few uses out of it and with clean elements it heats evenly. « Show Less
1400593
We have not had a problem with the lid. This is our second one, the first we had over 6 years and just wanted an 'upgrade' with the basket style. Perhaps the inserted basket to catch the fall off is not properly installed. If the lid is not closing, that sounds like a manufacturing defect and possibly could be contained to only a few units. We like it because of the large capacity and overall functions. I shopped for a capable product and ended up with T-Fal again. For us, it by far is the best buy for what we use it for. Good Luck
1400594
the one I purchased had a problem with the on/off switch it broke after just a few uses, and the short warranty was no help. the design of the switch holder is poor letting the switch fall away into the housing, i purchased a different brand to replace this one.
1400595
I purchased one and had problem with on/off switch after a few uses it became detached, and due to poor warranty I simply trashed it and purchased a lower cost brand and it works just fine.
1297599
We didn't have that problem. Check to see if you installed it correctly. Our lid is unhindered in raising and lowering.
381777
your lid should definitely not be leaking, I do know sometimes that my lid will gather a few drops around the edge when I first put it on but its not a leak... after the drop or two comes out from when I first tighten the lid down on the rim it doesn't drip anymore.
510939
I have not had this problem (yet). The reason that I bought this model was that the write-up claimed that the lid was "easy to open". I'm disappointed to hear that you are having this problem. If you do get it to open, apply the silicone o-ring lube to the threads also. This will help prevent them from seizing in the future.
353206
No problems here. The lid, if shut fully, does not leak on the one I bought.
2060202
I tried to replicate this issue with both of mine and could not. Sometimes if you do not have the prongs lined up correctly with the center piece the lid will not advance correctly but it will not keep spinning around. I think you may have a defective one. A return would be my suggestion.
1622789
I had a similar problem with mine in that the lid didn't quite line up just right. It took some fiddling but once it was in place it stayed put. I bought mine to roast coffee beans and it did a pretty mediocre job of it. My unit did not get hot enough to even reach a medium roast. I ended up selling mine in a garage sale.
1610230
I would suggest you contact the Chillwarmer team. They have great customer support !!My son lost his fun jar's lid within two weeks of its purchase. I contacted the them and they sent me a replacement lid. Thank you Chillwarmer team !!
416268
I just received a new one today from Amazon and the top does not seal at all. The lid fell off in the shipping box. Am returning it for replacement and hoping that the next one seals properly, otherwise I'll have to purchase it somewhere where I can test it before buying.
1800045
Mine does not close completely. There is a noticeable gap between the movable part and the screw-on part of the lid. When it is in the 'closed' position there is still salt leaking out when I shake.
545415
I have one that I love but haven't had problems. Have you contacted the people you purchased this from? They may be able to help.
799247
My lid just developed a hole in it, too. I'm just curious if your lid is sporting a perfect circle right in the center? (That's what mine looks like.)
1712372
I've had 2 of these. My newest one, the lid is definitely tighter, but still a one handed operation. If it doesn't get easier quickly, I'd get a different one. Is the seal glued on properly? Maybe it slipped??
1327981
I don't mean to sound condescending, but are you putting it together correctly? I have used mine many, many times for both; I've never had an issue. It does go together a bit awkwardly, and you have to push down against the spring and lock it into place with the lid. I've used mine at work as well; never had a problem.
1297878
I don't seem to have that problem. I do close the lid by snapping two adjacent sides shut at the same time.
587648
Can't help you friend. The instruction that came with mine , stated the lid is to remain open during operation. Sorry.
466764
I have a problem with the lid sometimes too. I noticed when I leave the top flap open also when I screw the lid on it doesn't give me that problem as well.