so sorry to read about the difficulty in cleaning the gasket. Almost purchased this today. Have other users found this to be true also?
374903
I have not had any problems cleaning the gasket, but a bit of attention must be paid to it. The advantage of its existence outweighs any difficulty.
374904
We've had ours for about a year and a half. Despite rigorous rinsing, cleaning with the included brush (a laughably useless addition, by the way), and thorough drying, the lip and gasket are covered in black mold. It's incredibly gross. We're replacing it with something else (possibly another brand, because this isn't okay), even though we paid a lot for it.
374905
Perhaps my unit is different than those who have had a positive experience cleaning the gasket. I have found it to be very difficult to clean - the only thing that works for me is running it through the dishwasher. I regret my purchase.
374906
They have changed it now. I find no problem at all in cleaning the gasket. There are now little open slots at the top that allow me to rinse under the gasket. They also have a little tool to use should something get stuck under there. But I have only had to use the tool once. I have had the product about 4 months and use it regularly. I only usually just need to rinse through the slots and it gets everything out.
374907
For many uses of this food processor you can circumvent the gasket cleaning issue by putting "cling wrap" over the top of the bowl before you clamp on the top with the gasket. What little residue (if any) that is deposited on the gasket easily rinses off.
374908
I've had the same problem as other reviewers--food gunk gets stuck in the handle and above the lid's gasket. I really wish Cuisinart would offer a replacement bowl for this model that doesn't get food stuck in it. Seems like a no-brainer.
374909
I use my unit mainly for bread dough and there is no way to get it completely clean no matter how quickly I wash it. The manual tells you to move the gasket up and down but it's not really helpful. There is flour residue in the handle as well.The older models were better as they had no gasket or small crevices to clean.It's a design flaw in my opinion. Otherwise, it works well, but I would not buy another one. It's probably go with a Kitchenaid.
374910
It is difficult to clean only if you don't rinse it immediately after using it... which has happened to me. I have kids, I get distracted :P
1085572
I'm not sure what you mean. Did something happen to the gasket on yours or does it just leak? Mine retains liquid every time something is poured from it. It is a huge flaw in this product, wish I could find a new cover that fit and didn't leak.
198166
The most common problem seems to be gasket stretch. Parts are available from Nordic Ware at (877) 466-7342. Gaskets are very reasonable and the lady that helped was just delightful. Ask for Georgia! :)
205185
I had the same problem on one of the three I bought. I just put some thick gas rated Teflon tape. Mine was just slightly to big. If it's just way to off send it back
1282009
There is also a gasket that goes on the top. I would guess that is what your issue is.
290567
I was able to remedy the problem by flipping the gasket over. The rounded side should go toward the filter. Unfortunately Culligan customer service hasn't been able to figure this one out and has been telling their customers to remove this very necessary gasket altogether. Unfortunately I was not able to remedy the situation where the filter compartment leaks after trying to change the filter just one time. I'm glad I tested removal and replacement of the filter right away to make sure I would have room to do so after installation rather than to wait 3 months to find out that once you open it, it will likely leak after.
1228087
Yes, you might have forgot to reuse the gasket, or the gasket is too flat and need to be replaced
2184196
It seems to "fit" well. Perfectly...is another question. There seems to be a noise that wasn't there before and I don't know if it from the gasket or that the whole thing is just not "perfect." Nonetheless, it does work and I am as least able to blend with very little problem. Hope this helps.
673494
So long as the surface is clean and dry, you should be able to get it to adhere, might consider doing some additional high temp adhesive- if your gasket surface is not very smooth- good luck!
276043
Following back up on here about this. No issues still. Had mine installed in Feb. Took all the gaskets out and RTV siliconed them and put the gaskets back in. I think that's what has saved me. It is still bright and works great!
2190830
Works great. Just make sure gasket has the ridges facing out and just hand tighten the lid. It has never leaked on us so far. Hope this helps. If not just ask whatever other questions you may have. Good luck
1032717
IF let's off a fair amount of smoke. I was not very happy, and would net rocommend. For me, the problem I had was it got too hot, even on the lowest of settings for my gas burner. Also, it's impossible to clean, without scraping of the coating. the last time I used it was to sear tuna. I let it sit for a day and scrubbed very hard to remove the residue. I used a sponge,then a soappad, becasue the sponge did nothing for the black residue ledt behind. I scrubbed so hard some of the costing rubbed off, and there is still residue left? Hope you have better luck and this was helpful
2269043
I was having the same exact problem and i couldnt figure it out. My assistant played with it and I think she put the gasket at the bottom or something and now it works. Unfortunately i didnt fix it, she did i dont know how to help you. I would suggest that you change the order in which the parts are inside the handle and see if you can get it to work.
1470591
It's mostly the outer bearing. I don't think it can easily push the grease all the way to the inner bearings, although I never had an issue with the inner bearings. If your inner bearing gasket isn't leaking it shouldn't be an issue anyway. As long as you re-pack your bearings once in awhile you will be fine if everything is installed correctly. These definitely help though, especially if you were to have a seal go out, it could keep it greased for awhile.
1154614
Ned, I'm no mechanic, but I can tell you what happened to mine. Same problem, very hard to start and then to keep running. In a nutshell, I was using regular gasoline which in a few short months caused an air leak by eating into the seal on the carberator plate cover. You might want to check and see if you have any leakage on the bottom of the carb plate. I replaced the gasket and started using Alcohol free gasoline (which the literature says to use) and have had no futher problems. Starts easy, runs great, without the constant priming. BTW - I found that Dealers will not cover any gasoline areas under warranty.
628832
I removed the lower intake and did the lower intake gasket at the same time, I bought a Felpro lower intake kit. The kit contained all the seals and o rings for the fuel injector assembly and a new metal retaining clip for the main block of the fuel injector. The two parts of the manifold I cleaned with throttle body cleaner. The deposits under the throttle blade I carefully scraped off with a knife and used throttle body cleaner. Any o rings that had to slide into position I lubricated with a pure silicone, but you could use liquid soap, it's just to make it slippery. I also recommend changing the heater hose connector on the lower intake gasket while it's apart. Also this is the exact kit I ordered. I removed the lower intake and did the lower intake gasket at the same time, I bought a Felpro lower intake kit. The kit contained all the seals and o rings for the fuel injector assembly and a new metal retaining clip for the main block of the fuel injector. The two parts of the manifold I cleaned with throttle body cleaner. The deposits under the throttle blade I carefully scraped off with a knife and used throttle body cleaner. Any o rings that had to slide into position I lubricated with a pure silicone, but you could use liquid soap, it's just to make it slippery. I also recommend... » Read More I removed the lower intake and did the lower intake gasket at the same time, I bought a Felpro lower intake kit. The kit contained all the seals and o rings for the fuel injector assembly and a new metal retaining clip for the main block of the fuel injector. The two parts of the manifold I cleaned with throttle body cleaner. The deposits under the throttle blade I carefully scraped off with a knife and used throttle body cleaner. Any o rings that had to slide into position I lubricated with a pure silicone, but you could use liquid soap, it's just to make it slippery. I also recommend changing the heater hose connector on the lower intake gasket while it's apart. Also this is the exact kit I ordered. « Show Less
2082205
I installed it on my S244T and the Gasket worked just fine with no problems. Just follow the instructions and especially put reference marks on both sides of all the outside areas including specially where the handle is positioned "Before you Take any thing apart" this is very important so that everything is aligned properly in the right place when you put it back together. I think I may have used a white-out pen or brush to do this. my valve was dark brown and the white is easy to see on it plus it will wipe off easily when you are finished. You need everything back in the same place so the valve handle will show the proper position. like backwash, rinse etc; when you are finished.