How does the rack stay locked open when it is expanded? A cheap one I had was a pain to latch and unlatch.
1737788
There are grooves in the top slant for the top bar to slide into. Sort of hard to describe but it's very easy, not a latch at all.
1737789
I actually find that this works surprisingly well. The bamboo is quite sturdy. The rack is similar to all others that I've seen in terms of "how" it stays latched, as others described.
1737790
The very top rack has hooks carved into the ends of it so it can hook onto the top rail. It's super easy, comes pre-assembled and truly does fold nearly flat for storage. I'll see if I can take a good picture of it tomorrow. I can dry a whole load (medium) on it with no trouble and it stays put wherever you place it.
1737791
The top shelf latches over the side so more weight gives a stronger hold. I dry jeans and towels, put up and take down a lot. It works great!
535397
There is a little click, to keep it closed. When you open it you will see there is piece that pushes in and out and that is what holds it closed. Kind of hard to explain. If it is not connecting to it then there is a problem with it. I had a friend who got one of these and had to return in because the charge was not working, and she said they were great. They did not ask any question, just sent her a new one.
551213
I was stuck on how to disassemble the rack for a couple of minutes also. I don't have it in front of me right now to give you a better explanation, but I remember pushing in the parts that fold. I think I just gave it a little wack like it was the inside of an elbow. Sorry I couldn't be more specific. Ill try and add to this later when I go home this weekend.
2208623
There is a nut at the end of the bolt attached to the quick release handle used to latch the frame. You can loosen this to release some tension on the latch. I would not suggest loosening it to much as this could cause the latch to inadvertently open.
541350
Mine stays back no problem. I see what others were talking about in terms of the lid needing to go back a certain distance before it locks in place, but it can lock itself back without assistance nearly every time for me. I definitely never have to hold it open manually; the spring has always supported it just fine on its own. Its kind of like an umbrella. It's kinda loose until you pass the latch point and then it stays open on its own.
1988263
It has a pin that allow you to tilt the rack and open the door without removing the entire rack. Keep in mind you still have to deal with it in the way.
498135
It stays open even if you don't open it all the way. You cannot however lock it into the open position.
807545
It has an attachment that comes around the side and you use the nut and bolt that comes with it and have to really, really tighten it. I had to use an adjustable wrench to get it super tight. Once I did get it to a point where it would no longer turn any more, and I actually put all my weight on it and jumped up and down on it, I wanted to make sure it was not going to budge. The cheap stuff I bought before broke so I didn't want it to do the same thing. And this has my husband's clothes on it and it holding about 100-125 lbs just on that middle bar. And has been on it now for a couple of months without any slippage. I absolutely LOVE these racks.
397172
The rack will pull all the way out, they don't glide, you just have to pull them. When properly recessed in the door will open fully, but its very tight, make sure you gently pull out the racks so you don't damage the rubber seal.
659724
I second the 5 seconds. I have mine on a heavy wooden door and sometimes the latch moves back into the locked position and I have to move the bar to open so it closes properly, otherwise the door bar hits the latch and just bounces back. I also second that before I push the open button or the code I have to pull/push the door so it opens. It's a bit annoying, but less annoying than fumbling with keys.
1679966
hello. the rack does not come off when you open the door...it is very sturdy....nice half moon section in the back of the rack that accommodates a full size pizza....
551384
Yes, if you pull it towards you it locks open. If you push it back it just opens, then when you let go it shuts off.
1729071
There's no latch or anything, but there is a slightly magnetized strip on the cover that keeps it closed. I haven't had any problems with it coming open accidentally.
288203
Well, you need to put significant force to open it. I have that problem too. Now I just don't close it tight so it can be easily opened.
2130747
The door simply opens. The rack itself stays stationary and you have to move it manually.
2079394
The closing mechanism is sort of spring loaded but there is no clasp per se. As a result, I'd be afraid that a big bump in the road could cause it to bounce open so I've never not locked the rack either with or without skis. After three long seasons with a lot of salt and grime the locks still work like new so it's not been a problem or inconvenience to use them every time.
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The rack does not pull the rack out. The door will stop where ever you stop opening the door, it can rest on the counter. One is able to remove the rack with no problem. I hope this helps you. I really like my Calphalon. Use it almost daily.