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I have arthritis and do not have enough power in my hands. At the moment I am using and 'egg-separator' which is very difficult. Thank you for your time. :)
For those just reading the title - this is what I ended up doing.
Whoo Hoo. Found an old wooden chisel handle. Had a rubber, self adhesive rubber table leg pad. Stuck it, trimmed it. Works lovely :) Fee free to use. Thank you for the tool suggestion.
I was also experimenting with small hard rubber objects which allow you to press without having to grasp. I was using cat/dog toys which were slightly too large but there might be something in your house which would work. Less likely to damage microwave. I wouldn't use a prying tool.
You got me experimenting on the button of my old microwave. The handle of a screwdriver or a small flashlight worked better than my fingers. You've probably found something by now.
BuzzyBee: Five to six years before my mother died, I actually broke that button on my late mother's microwave. My husband and I were just visiting her at the time. We bought and installed a newer style microwave for her.
I remember when I needed a new microwave, and the only ones I seemed to be finding had that annoying button that required lots of strength to push it to get the door open. I looked and looked and finally found one with a handle like on a refrigerator. I've been very happy I found this! I suppose the manufacturers of microwaves have saved millions of dollars by not having to put on handles.... but there are a few who are still using them. Thank you to the Oster company!
Maybe hold an unsharpened pencil that has an eraser on the end and press the start button with the eraser end so it won't slip? Maybe that can help you. 😊
Whoo Hoo. Found an old wooden chisel handle. Had a rubber, self adhesive rubber table leg pad. Stuck it, trimmed it. Works lovely :) Fee free to use. Thank you for the tool suggestion.
Thank you all :) I will be diving into the drawer soon. I am sure I will be able to adapt (cough) mess up something to fit. I was just hoping that is had already been invented.
Buzzy, without seeing this thing it’s hard to make suggestions. Is the button part of the door handle? Like grab the door and push the button with your thumb to open?
If there’s anyone around who’s the slightest bit handy I would think it fairly easy to modify a kitchen spoon with some tape, a rubber cap etc. and make something.
Maybe channel locks. These are slip joint pliers. They can be adjusted to grab stuff from very small to very large.
BuzzyBee, ah that large button near the bottom of the timing pad, those can be difficult to push open, so I know what you mean as I had one that would keep the door locked until I push that button.
Only thing I can think of trying is a handle on a screwdriver. The handle may give you an extra bit iof push to get that button to open. Just be real careful when using it. Or go through your kitchen drawer that has odds and ends that one uses for cooking to see if anything else might work... just be sure it's not a light-weight plastic as it could snap, don't want you to get hurt. Maybe a small metal measuring spoon might work.
Thank you. I will take a look. Trouble is the one I have is newish. I was hoping there was an 'assist' tool but Hey Ho (lol) I will try and save up for one with a handle. Thank you again.
I would suggest investing in a new microwave. The kind that has a big handle you pull like a fridge handle. I have a cheap model (about $50)made by West Bend that has the added advantage of having several one-button settings (like, if you want something to heat for 4 minutes, you just hit 4 rather than a sequence like 4-0-0-Cook. Worth the money, IMO.
By proceeding, I agree that I understand the following disclosures:
I. How We Work in Washington.
Based on your preferences, we provide you with information about one or more of our contracted senior living providers ("Participating Communities") and provide your Senior Living Care Information to Participating Communities. The Participating Communities may contact you directly regarding their services.
APFM does not endorse or recommend any provider. It is your sole responsibility to select the appropriate care for yourself or your loved one. We work with both you and the Participating Communities in your search. We do not permit our Advisors to have an ownership interest in Participating Communities.
II. How We Are Paid.
We do not charge you any fee – we are paid by the Participating Communities. Some Participating Communities pay us a percentage of the first month's standard rate for the rent and care services you select. We invoice these fees after the senior moves in.
III. When We Tour.
APFM tours certain Participating Communities in Washington (typically more in metropolitan areas than in rural areas.) During the 12 month period prior to December 31, 2017, we toured 86.2% of Participating Communities with capacity for 20 or more residents.
IV. No Obligation or Commitment.
You have no obligation to use or to continue to use our services. Because you pay no fee to us, you will never need to ask for a refund.
V. Complaints.
Please contact our Family Feedback Line at (866) 584-7340 or ConsumerFeedback@aplaceformom.com to report any complaint. Consumers have many avenues to address a dispute with any referral service company, including the right to file a complaint with the Attorney General's office at: Consumer Protection Division, 800 5th Avenue, Ste. 2000, Seattle, 98104 or 800-551-4636.
VI. No Waiver of Your Rights.
APFM does not (and may not) require or even ask consumers seeking senior housing or care services in Washington State to sign waivers of liability for losses of personal property or injury or to sign waivers of any rights established under law.
I agree that:
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I authorize A Place For Mom ("APFM") to collect certain personal and contact detail information, as well as relevant health care information about me or from me about the senior family member or relative I am assisting ("Senior Living Care Information").
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Whoo Hoo. Found an old wooden chisel handle. Had a rubber, self adhesive rubber table leg pad. Stuck it, trimmed it. Works lovely :) Fee free to use.
Thank you for the tool suggestion.
Thank you for the tool suggestion.
If the women don’t find you handsome, at least they can find you handy!
Is that the way it went FF?
And my fav, the men’s possum lodge pledge:
I’m a man
And I can change
If I have to
I guess...
If there’s anyone around who’s the slightest bit handy I would think it fairly easy to modify a kitchen spoon with some tape, a rubber cap etc. and make something.
Maybe channel locks. These are slip joint pliers. They can be adjusted to grab stuff from very small to very large.
Only thing I can think of trying is a handle on a screwdriver. The handle may give you an extra bit iof push to get that button to open. Just be real careful when using it. Or go through your kitchen drawer that has odds and ends that one uses for cooking to see if anything else might work... just be sure it's not a light-weight plastic as it could snap, don't want you to get hurt. Maybe a small metal measuring spoon might work.