353459 Thu Dec 21 17:56:34 -0800 2006 10 41 Cookware 0 2119968 Has anyone run into a problem with their Cuisinart Food Processor? The last few times I've used it, I've had a big problem releasing the lid from the bowl. The lid seems stuck and won't come off. I've tried pressing down, Standing on a step-stool to get more leverage, putting a damp towel underneath to keep the base from slipping, all to no avail. My chopped walnuts are being held prisoner. I could use your help! Thanks. Thu Dec 21 17:56:34 -0800 2006 10885 OneJayneDoe 1 2120255 I would inspect the critter over more carefully for whatever imperfections that are causing that. A minute crack/split near the top could easily bind up making the top wedge into place. Food getting into the grooves can bind up a top. Does that food processor have a center alignment pin for the knives or attachments? (A metal protruding pin) It could be bent. I do not recomend doing nuts or beans in full size processor bowls. (Greater than 2 cups) It knocks them out of wack really bad. Small portion processors or grinding mills should be used. Thu Dec 21 19:12:23 -0800 2006 2119968 60276 RShea78 1 2120262 This has never happened to mine, so I can only theorize. You might take the same approach as with a stuck jar lid and heat it. Obviously you don't want to hold the whole thing under hot running water, but try soaking a towel in very hot water and wrapping it around the seam for a few seconds. If you get it off, try rubbing the seams with some plain white unscented candle wax before each use to help keep it from sticking in the future. Thu Dec 21 19:15:01 -0800 2006 2119968 14386 BobB 1 2120270 Maybe it's the security mechanism, for example, if the it's slight pushed towards "On", it might be "locked" to prevent injury. Make sure all the buttons are in the neutral position. Thu Dec 21 19:16:57 -0800 2006 2119968 23415 pescatarian 1 2120494 It happens to me all the time and I've never been able to figure out why. I've analyzed that locking mechanism until I thought I could build one and still couldn't figure it out. Sometimes, I just give the feed tube a good hit with the base of my palm and that does it. Sometimes releasing the outer sleeve of the feed tube seems to help. Hope someone who knows for sure how to fix it jumps in here. But I've been living with mine doing that fairly regularly for a couple of years now and at least the machine still works. And I've yet to have anything "held captive" permanently. Thu Dec 21 20:23:25 -0800 2006 2119968 11407 JoanN 2 2120846 Have you tried to rotate the lid in the back-on direction, press any interlock, then twist off? The interlock may intentionally jam ("double lock") until the remove-off pressure is released. I just got the info from my aunt and it solved her problem for good. Ooppss! it is meant for anyone with the issue. In case of clarification- Turn the lid back on before unlocking, then twist off. Thu Dec 21 22:09:21 -0800 2006 2120494 60276 RShea78 1 2172128 I have the same problem with both the bowl and lid sticking all the time. They are especially hard to get on the mount and also together. I have to have someone hold the base to get the bowl of the motor mount and the lid off the bowl. Wed Jan 10 05:29:39 -0800 2007 2119968 65618 rfthelo 1 2172867 I've had the same problem, caused, I believe, by tiny cracks throughout the Lexan work bowl. But the rest of the processor has held up so well, I've actually splurged twice now for a new work bowl (I didn't need a new cover, which is sold separately). I wonder if this problem is unique to the Cuisinart FP. Do Kitchen Aid users ever have this problem? Wed Jan 10 15:17:34 -0800 2007 2119968 49600 CindyJ 1 2178870 I have had this problem. Usually the workbowl has rotated slightly and caused this not allowing the release of the top. Check to see that the workbowl is all the way into its seated locked position and the top will come off. This workbowl problem can be made to happen when you find minute cracks near the holddown tabs on your workbowl, I have repaired a few workbowls by adding a reinforcement to the outside of the workbowl using epoxy and nylon. But best solution if you find cracks is new workbowl. Look very carefully at the holes around the rim of your workbowl at the bottom. I wish I could attach photos to this post to show the issue. Thu Jan 11 21:28:56 -0800 2007 2119968 60919 Magnapro 1 2178928 Another common problem is the stem getting stuck with a disc on top. They can get real difficult to remove. If any of you have had this problem let me know. Thu Jan 11 21:38:37 -0800 2007 2119968 60919 Magnapro 1 2178969 I think I remember reading in the manual something about the locking mechanism can misfunction after awhile if you leave the top locked in when not in use while it isn't plugged in. I haven't had this problem yet. But have only had it under a year. Thu Jan 11 21:48:57 -0800 2007 2119968 14516 HWiley