My cubes don't pop out like many are saying -- they are pretty frozen, how do I get them out? I tried a spoon and pushing one end and nothing.
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I had the same problem at first and even broke one tray. Then I read that others run warm water on the back (with the lid on) just enough to loosen the frozen cubes. Once loose, simply press one end of the cube and it should slip out. I store the cubes in a ziplock bag in the freezer.
1742271
You might want to try running the back of the tray under warm water to loosen the contents a bit. Just make sure the lid is on securely.
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U can rinse the bottom of the tray w tape water by several seconds n then you can try to push the cube on one side again n u will find it is every easy to push the cube out. Hope it can help :)
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You can also run a little warm water on the bottom of the few you want to remove. Then they will slide out easier (by simply pushing on one end).
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I run a thin stream of hot water in the kitchen faucet and do a couple of quick passes under that stream (I hold the tray vertically, closed and only let the water on the back). Then they pop easy peasy. Put back on the table, push one side lightly on all the cubes and then transfer to the storing container. Some foods adhere to the plastic more than others, that's normal, just run it again under the sink fast :)This is written on the instruction sheet on the box if I remember correctly, but either way, I've always used that system to pop ice cubes too.
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Run warm water over the bottom of the tray first. Some foods pop out easier than others.
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I had to run hot water over the back for a few seconds to loosen them, then they'll slide right out when you push on one side of the cube.
451399
I can't get mine out either. I will try what you said and see if I can get it out. Thanks!
1932852
Insert a butter knife and it will loosen and pop out, it will become easier! Mine was stiff at first, but now works perfectly with my fingernail .
1052727
I just put my fingernail in between them. Wow though...if yours are that stuck, you might have to use a channel lock pliers.
267833
Turn them straight up and down, then use a small flathead screwdriver to pry it out the first time. I had to use needle nose players to even turn them the first time. After that it opens fine.
451152
I had the same problem. You have to pull the silver handle up REAL hard the first time. After that they open easy! Good Luck!
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Dorothy, I had the same problem. Hold the bottom (bigger part) with your left hand and twist the part just above it with your right hand. Failing this, go to YouTube and see how is done there. This is how I managed to open mine. I hope this helps.
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LOL I totally understand! I found a trick, if you take it over your knee (facing up so you don't loose your cubes to the floor) hold both sides and push down it loosens all of the cubes nicely. Good luck!
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I'm not sure whatever I did I couldn't get the chunks to blend well with anything actually. Personally, I would try warm water, but if that doesn't work try blending it with something other than just water.
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That would help a lot, though it would be tricky to do unless your freezer is largely empty. You need a flat surface for them to sit on, if the "cube" sections fall into the grating in the freezer they tend to tilt and the water drains out. I have some other long cube trays that I no longer use that are pretty much perfect for supporting / transporting these trays from the counter where I fill them to the freezer, but there's still a significant spillage risk.
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Lol!!! Yours was probably dried out. I just slid my fingernail in the lid opening and pop it right up
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yes, think of how you would open a can of paint, I use the end of a spoon and gently go around in between and it shown pop right out.hope this helps!
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You cant...... if its making sm cubes its probly not working right'... ive had nothing but problems with this thing... first unit didnt work second unit worked less than 6months get a refund now if you can..... good luck
146330
They are very stiff when you first get them. Just keep wiggling them open and then when they do open, just open and close them a few times to loosen them up. If they are really too stiff to open, then wedge something between the handles and twist a little bit to get it started. If still no luck, then find a coin, or a large flat head screwdriver and loosen the flat screw in the center a few millimeters.
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So long as the inside of the base and the outside of the silicone is dry there should be no difficulty pulling them out once they are frozen. The sides are straight and if you pull directly up you shouldn't have a problem. What is difficult is getting the silicone mold off the popsicle itself.
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There is two possibilities here, Mr. Me. The first and most likely is that, when one side is not turned enough and you begin to turn another side, the tension will cause a piece or two to go flying. Don't worry, 99% of the time the pieces are fine and will pop right back in. The second possibility, though less likely, is that you received a cube that should have been picked out by quality control. If this is the case, contact the seller directly and explain. Just keep in mind that there is a language barrier so you email should be kept brief and direct.I hope this helpsW.G
609452
I had the exact same problem! I finally just pulled the handle straight out with pretty strong force and it came out. Good luck.