Lid stuck on reserator

Uberapan · Post by **Uberapan** » Mon Oct 11, 2004 3:18 am

In my foolishness, I tightened the lid too hard on my reserator. Now I can't get it off

Could someone please check for me if you unscrew it clockwise or counterclockwise? Thanks in advance.

Post by **Rusty075** » Mon Oct 11, 2004 4:38 am

Counterclockwise, just like the lid on a pickle jar.

Good luck!

Talz · Post by **Talz** » Tue Oct 19, 2004 10:53 am

If you really can't get it off you might try an oil filter wrench that uses a rubber strap to grip the filter. I really don't think you should need something that extreme unless you managed to crossthread it though.

Post by **Rusty075** » Tue Oct 19, 2004 11:05 am

I've found a strap wrench to have 1001 uses around the house, including twisting stuborn reserators apart

(works good on pickle jars too)

DryFire · Post by **DryFire** » Tue Oct 19, 2004 1:02 pm

the strap wrench is a life saver.

uszobajnok · Post by **uszobajnok** » Thu Feb 03, 2005 2:05 pm

I have found an easier way, but it only works, if you have a big freezer, or it is cold outside. Just let it cool down, and then try to open it. It worked for me, and i did not have to buy a tool for it.

Denorios · Post by **Denorios** » Thu Feb 03, 2005 2:57 pm

It also helps if you grease the O-rings at both ends before you put it back together.