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Old 02-11-2012, 03:51 PM
Tony Napier Tony Napier is offline
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Originally Posted by Moonraker View Post
I always have a problem opening Klner jars, the type with a glass lid.
Releasing the vacuum can be a PITA, the problem is one can easily chip
the lid or bottle rim. Has anyone found an easy fool proof way of
opening them?
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Residing on low ground in North Staffordshire
Nearly foolproof, I use blunt pliers to grab the protruding edge of the rubber seal and pull firmly. When possible it helps to reposition the bite to get a better grip. all being well the seal will be pulled outwards enough to release the vacuum and hey presto. Job done. The only thing to go wrong is the seal tab tearing off in which case plan B must be used.
Tony