Are the lids supposed to "snap" closed, before you vacuum? There are two in the box, and I can't get either lid to snap on. Help?
1751460
no they dont snap on just dont over fill them #1 and #2 make shure there clean just lay the lid in place, secure wiggle it then put the vacume attachment on press the vacume button on the right and let it run , pop it off and your ready to go,, easy breezy vacume squeezy,,lol dont worry just take your time and get to know how to use the machine,,youll love it. ,,i do
1751461
The lids do not "snap" closed. The Food Saver machine will suck the air out of the unit and seal it tight. Use the "Accessories" setting on the Food Saver.
1751462
They don't actually snap closed, but I know what you are talking about. I ordered 2 sets (4 containers, and one of the containers is defective. I tried all the lids plus some that I already had, and the one bottom would not seal with any of the tops. All 4 of the tops worked my bottoms including my older ones. I have been so busy that I haven't contacted the vendor to see if I can get a replacement. Guess I need to do that. I really love them, and already had 4 when I ordered these 4. I like that they will stack about 3 high in a small space in my fridge, and I have kept Romaine Lettuce leaves fresh for 4 weeks in one. They don't actually snap closed, but I know what you are talking about. I ordered 2 sets (4 containers, and one of the containers is defective. I tried all the lids plus some that I already had, and the one bottom would not seal with any of the tops. All 4 of the tops worked my bottoms including my older ones. I have been so busy that I haven't contacted the vendor to see if I can get a replacement. Guess I need to do that. I really love them, and already had 4 when I ordered these 4. I like that they will stack about 3 high in a small space in my fridge, and I have kept Romaine Lettuce... » Read More They don't actually snap closed, but I know what you are talking about. I ordered 2 sets (4 containers, and one of the containers is defective. I tried all the lids plus some that I already had, and the one bottom would not seal with any of the tops. All 4 of the tops worked my bottoms including my older ones. I have been so busy that I haven't contacted the vendor to see if I can get a replacement. Guess I need to do that. I really love them, and already had 4 when I ordered these 4. I like that they will stack about 3 high in a small space in my fridge, and I have kept Romaine Lettuce leaves fresh for 4 weeks in one. « Show Less
1751463
Yes they are supposed to snap closed. I had to work a long time and push really hard to get them to do that. It still didn't work for me. I just never could get it to seal like I think it is supposed to do. Maybe it is just me, but I wouldn't buy them again.
1751464
They don't actually snap closed, but I know what you are talking about. I ordered 2 sets (4 containers, and one of the containers is defective. I tried all the lids plus some that I already had, and the one bottom would not seal with any of the tops. All 4 of the tops worked my bottoms including my older ones. I have been so busy that I haven't contacted the vendor to see if I can get a replacement. Guess I need to do that. I really love them, and already had 4 when I ordered these 4. I like that they will stack about 3 high in a small space in my fridge, and I have kept Romaine Lettuce leaves fresh for 4 weeks in one.
1751465
They are easy to snap close. Make sure you have the top and bottom tabs are placed on the same side. The white tab will be over to one side of the clear bottom tab. My hardest part was sealing them. I finally got my husband to show me what I was doing wrong. When you are ready to seal your container, put the hose in the machine, lock the machine and hold the other end over your container and then push your seal button on the machine. When it is finished the light will go out. Good luck. I love mine.
2183619
LOL, yes, this is a huge issue with these big bubba cups. You have to twist the lid to the left or right using the dip in the top lid for leverage. The twist will break the seal/lid suction, then you have to get your fingers in the tiny gap created between the cup and lid, then pry open. It is an awful process that takes lots of practice. I can't believe more people haven't had this issue. Needs to be redesigned desperately. Great seal, so no leaks, but practically impossible to open. Good luck.
1648147
I have same problem, It is not the lid but the "O" ring. The "O" ring becomes swollen and then makes the lid hard to shut. However I have replaced with a new one and it is still hard to remove and install. I am in the process of trying to trouble shoot this problem so I can share with others what to do.
826650
We had no problem....we placed the lid on the bucket then my husband pushed down one section at a time which snapped the lid on. One bucket we had a screw on lid and the part that snaps on the bucket did so in the same manner as explained above. A friend did have a problem solved with a rubber mallet...perhaps that would help you. OR, send them back...maybe you got a bad batch?
1713899
That was difficult for me too. I tried the "push button" method like with metal lids but that didn't work so well. After the jars had cooled off, (a couple of hours) I lightly pulled on the lid. there were a couple of lids that seemed sealed but when I was putting them away, the lid came off. I really didn't have any more failed seals than with the metal lids, just harder to tell.
1675482
There's a slight click when you turn them to the open or closed setting. It seems like it's gotten just slightly harder to open them as I use them more. But that could just be the result of holding with one hand and trying to open with the other (non-dominant) hand, without putting the pitcher down first.Instead of turning, you can also fairly easily lift the lid out, move it to the open position and then put the lid back in. That's usually what I do now.
1008453
Lid will not open by it's self. batteries are new. lights all function properly. i reread instructions and everything seems to have been done right,but it won't open. Suggestions?
1306062
Ditto here, I was expecting the geniuses at Hoover to show me the working of their vacuum but once I saw their even more genius product's video, "the amazing box", I'm sold! Update: Unfortunately my husband angrily tore out the precious box, he couldn't figure out how to open it...I should of made him watch this amazing video :( I am now looking for a replacement box.
1066406
You are correct, I have the same problem. It would seem that the lids don't exactly fit the bottom, as it's difficult to line them up to snap it down.
1500411
I'd love to be able to help u but I haven't used it yet. I would guess it maybe vacuum holding it on. Not to b funny but have u looked in the owners manual? It may have some helpful hints.
544028
Sounds like you're not closing it all the way, you should hear a snap when it's closed all the way. I have 3 & none of them leak, they've been great!
1472660
Are you pushing down on the grey button on top of the vacuume cleaner beside the handle? You have to push the button down, then pull the canister out. The top fits more snug than the last one I had. I have to hold the canister between my knees, then turn the top and pull it up. I'm hoping it will get easier the more times I do it! Hope this information is helpful :0)
651891
Hi, I had the same problem for a few days.....finally I thought and thought and realized that the process works on vacuum seal. I majorly tightened the lid and the thing stopped overflowing! They should tell us that. Hope yours works well.
805353
I use a butter knife and wedge it under the edge of the lid and then try sliding it across so that I can pry it off. Sometimes it's easier to pry open when it's not overfilled. Good luck! Hope this helps.
2079422
hi, can you be a little more specific? I'm not sure what you mean by open close lid. I should be able to help you as I have this, and use it almost daily. Also, is your machine brand new? or did this start happening after some time? are you fully able to lock the unit in place. Once a week, I usually have to clean the locking mechanism, behind it, by removing all 4 screws. This is because juice gets behind there and starts making it sticky and difficult to lock and unlock.
760668
I think it's a screwed up design, I have to get a screwdriver and flip the lever underneath to let the handle down and hope you don't push it all the way back up or you will have to do it again.My vacuum guy is looking at mine to see if anything can be done to fix it.
48763
Sorry, I can't help. The model I have the bottom is attached. The only part not attached is the top and it zips on and the doors also zips shut.