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Thermapen Issue
dmchicago
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So I can't open my Thermapen to change the battery. Coin won't work. Screwdriver f'd it up even worse.
Suggestions?
Suggestions?
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Large BGE. OONI 16, TOTO Washlet S550e (Now with enhanced Motherly Hugs!)
"If I wanted my balls washed, I'd go to the golf course!"
Dennis - Austin,TX
Large BGE. OONI 16, TOTO Washlet S550e (Now with enhanced Motherly Hugs!)
"If I wanted my balls washed, I'd go to the golf course!"
Dennis - Austin,TX
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Tried an old half dollar coin?
Whatever you do, be gentle. The plastic, as you've seen, is soft.Living the good life smoking and joking -
I was using a quarter.Philly - Kansas City - Houston - Cincinnati - Dallas - Houston - Memphis - Austin - Chicago - Austin
Large BGE. OONI 16, TOTO Washlet S550e (Now with enhanced Motherly Hugs!)
"If I wanted my balls washed, I'd go to the golf course!"
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Small screw driver out near the edge and tap with a hammer. Gently. You'll have more leverage out there. It'll leave a scar.
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I discovered the same thing you have when I needed to change batteries,
I found a half dollar coin to open mine - after I chewed the plastic up a bit..
Living the good life smoking and joking -
Thermapen has spare battery covers, give them a shout.
https://www.reddit.com/r/BBQ/comments/49a8jw/anyone_else_have_this_happen_to_their_thermapen/
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That's nice to know.Woodchunk said:Thermapen has spare battery covers, give them a shout.
Living the good life smoking and joking -
I've used a quarter with a small channel lock, downward pressure necessary.
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I do have a friend that went through 3 thermopens before realizing he could change the batteries .....speaks volumes of the battery life , and the simplicity of some people . I, we, have served about 2000 people in the last 6 weeks., #1 tool = ThermopenVisalia, Ca @lkapigian
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I had the same issue...part of the problem was I was trying to unscrew it. You only have to turn a short distance. I found a bottle opener fit perfectly.
...once turned to the open position I used a sharp pocket knife to pry it out.Which came first the chicken or the egg? I egged the chicken and then I ate his leg. -
Use a butter knife to loosen.-----------------------------------------analyze adapt overcome2008 -Large BGE. 2013- Small BGE and 2015 - Mini. Henderson, Ky.
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This....or buy anotherMattman3969 said:Use a butter knife to loosen.Visalia, Ca @lkapigian -
This has me thinking.
Thoughts of a die-electric grease on the threads when it's received..maybe?
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tried that.Mattman3969 said:Use a butter knife to loosen.Philly - Kansas City - Houston - Cincinnati - Dallas - Houston - Memphis - Austin - Chicago - Austin
Large BGE. OONI 16, TOTO Washlet S550e (Now with enhanced Motherly Hugs!)
"If I wanted my balls washed, I'd go to the golf course!"
Dennis - Austin,TX -
Send it to Thermoworks to replace battery and cover....Charlotte, NC - Large BGE 2014, Maverick ET 733, Thermopen, Nest, Platesetter, Woo2 and Extender w/Grid, Kick Ash Basket, Pizza Stone, SS Smokeware Cap, Blackstone 36"
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At least he can spot typos! Can’t change a battery though! LOL! Ask your wife, she’ll get it.
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Dip that end in boiling water, then try removing. If that doesn't work, do it again but cool the cover with a piece of ice. Make sure your coin fills up the slot so you have good even torque.______________________________________________I love lamp..
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Thanks!pgprescott said:At least he can spot typos! Can’t change a battery though! LOL! Ask your wife, she’ll get it.
Philly - Kansas City - Houston - Cincinnati - Dallas - Houston - Memphis - Austin - Chicago - Austin
Large BGE. OONI 16, TOTO Washlet S550e (Now with enhanced Motherly Hugs!)
"If I wanted my balls washed, I'd go to the golf course!"
Dennis - Austin,TX -
Was going to chime in, but you beat me to it.pgprescott said:At least he can spot typos! Can’t change a battery though! LOL! Ask your wife, she’ll get it.
I'm sure he'll whine to TW about his Fock up, demanding a new one.
BrandonQuad Cities
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If you're going to get a new battery cover since this one is messed up now, deepen the groove with a Dremel tool or something like that. Should be able to open with a quarter or screw driver after that.
Then get a new battery cover, of course.#1 LBGE December 2012 • #2 SBGE February 2013 • #3 Mini May 2013A happy BGE family in Houston, TX. -
Just tell TW a chihuahua got a hold of your Thermapen.
https://youtu.be/5m-ddwJtICU BrandonQuad Cities
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I'm sorry, I would have turned that rat into a ceiling fan toy.Focker said:Just tell TW a chihuahua got a hold of your Thermapen.https://youtu.be/5m-ddwJtICUThank you,DarianGalveston Texas -
LOL, I'm with ya bud.Photo Egg said:
I'm sorry, I would have turned that rat into a ceiling fan toy.Focker said:Just tell TW a chihuahua got a hold of your Thermapen.https://youtu.be/5m-ddwJtICU
BrandonQuad Cities
"If yer gonna denigrate, familiarity with the subject is helpful." -
I had the same problem with mine last night. I managed to get a pen knife in along the edge of the lid. It popped right open and didn't break any of the connectors.
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Were you able to turn it at all with the quarter? I can’t tell if it’s already unlocked or not and the cover just needs to be pried up."I've made a note never to piss you two off." - Stike
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I actually grabbed a quarter and had no issues with an open/close cycle on the thermopen. I will see how long the battery lasts. Coming up on 6 years now.Louisville; Rolling smoke in the neighbourhood. # 38 for the win. Life is too short for light/lite beer! Seems I'm livin in a transitional period.
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It does appear to be “unlocked”.
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Agree with the above. Looks "unlocked", now just needs to be popped open.Steve
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All the reason to buy a Thermopop, just in case!GATraveller said:Battery always dies right in the middle of an important cook.------------------------------
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I got a flash sale javelin quick read for the on-hand spare.Louisville; Rolling smoke in the neighbourhood. # 38 for the win. Life is too short for light/lite beer! Seems I'm livin in a transitional period.
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