Cuisinart5-Quart Salad Spinner with Brake
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Best for large jobs
I’ve had this spinner for over a year now and can attest that it works well for washing and drying mushrooms, spinach and other greens. While it’s large, it’s best not to overload the bowl to get the best drying results. My one critique would be cleaning. To get it clean the lid has a hand turned nut and several small plastic gears and clips which all come apart maybe a little too easily and without warning. So, if you’re only washing and drying a very small amount of vegetables then it may not be worth it. But, when the job is larger, I’ve found that even with less than ideal disassembly and reassembly using the spinner is still more effective and faster than doing the same task by hand.
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Salad Spinner clear base bowl has cracked
This salad spinner was a Christmas gift and I was so excited to receive it, however, the clear base bowl has developed a vertical crack (about 1 inch long) from the top down the side. This salad spinner has never been put in the dishwasher and is always hand washed after each use.
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Response from cuisinart.com
We're sorry to hear the clear bowl developed a crack, especially after being hand washed and cared for as recommended. While plastic components can occasionally become damaged from impacts, temperature changes, or stress over time, we understand how disappointing this is, particularly for a product received as a gift. Please contact our Consumer Assistance Center at 1-800-726-0190 and reference Ticket #8901031634 so we can review your concerns and discuss any available options. Thank you for taking the time to share your experience—your feedback helps us identify opportunities to improve future models and provide a better consumer experience.
Works, but the Spinner Mechanism Needs Improve
After extended use, I wanted to share my experience with this product. Although it appears sturdy and practical at first glance, daily operation has revealed a significant design flaw. The issue affects usability enough that it overshadows the spinner’s intended convenience. Here are the details from my experience today below. I have been using this salad spinner for several months, and unfortunately, the lid mechanism has been frustrating to use. The spinner relies on small plastic teeth or grips inside the lid that are supposed to engage with the bowl to allow it to spin. However, it is very difficult to get these teeth to properly catch and grip. Many times I have to reposition the lid several times before it engages correctly. If the teeth do not line up perfectly, the bowl will not spin, making the drying process inconvenient and time-consuming. While the spinner works when everything lines up correctly, the design makes it difficult to use consistently. I would not recommend it if you are looking for a salad spinner that operates smoothly and easily.
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Response from cuisinart.com
We’re sorry to hear about the difficulty you’ve experienced with the lid mechanism and understand how frustrating it can be when it does not engage consistently. For improved operation, we recommend ensuring the lid is aligned evenly on the bowl and gently repositioning it while applying light downward pressure so the internal teeth can properly engage. If the issue persists, please contact our Consumer Assistance Center at 1-800-726-0190 so we can assist further. Thank you for sharing your feedback, as it helps us improve future models and offerings.
Bowl broke after two months
I like the functionality of this salad spinner and its large capacity. It worked well until... After about 2 months of owning it, I was pouring water out of the large plastic bowl and I heard a crunch sound - it cracked! The clear plastic bowl is far too brittle. It did not hold up to normal usage. All I did was pour water out of it and the weight of the water broke it. Now, if I fill the bowl to rinse vegetables, it leaks out of the crack. So I have to use it in my sink only. It still spins, but eventually the crack will get worse and it will become unusable.
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Response from cuisinart.com
We’re sorry to hear about the cracking you experienced with the salad spinner bowl and understand how disappointing that is, especially after it initially performed well. We recommend discontinuing use if the bowl is cracked, as continued exposure to water pressure may cause the damage to worsen; handling and emptying the bowl while supported from the bottom may help prevent stress on the plastic. Please contact our Consumer Assistance Center at 1‑800‑726‑0190 and reference Ticket #8900627852 so our team can assist you with support options. Thank you for sharing your experience—your feedback helps us improve the durability of future models.
Broken after only a few uses
My wife received this as a gift for Christmas and we only used it a few times. Now it is no longer working. After cleaning it, it either will not spin at all, or it makes a very loud grating sound and is very difficult to spin.
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Response from cuisinart.com
We’re sorry to hear about the trouble you’ve experienced with the salad spinner, especially after limited use. We recommend ensuring all components are fully disassembled, cleaned, thoroughly dried, and properly reassembled, as moisture or debris around the lid mechanism can cause grinding noises or prevent smooth spinning. If the issue continues, please contact our Consumer Assistance Center at 1‑800‑726‑0190 for further support and reference Ticket #8900603308. Thank you for your feedback, as it helps us improve the design and performance of future models.
Broke After 3 Months
This little salad spinner worked really well until it broke three months after I purchased it. I was washing it and it just snapped right in half which seems like a defect to me.
Response from Macy's
Thank you for sharing your experience with the Cuisinart 5‑Quart Salad Spinner, and we’re sorry to hear it broke prematurely. For best results, we recommend hand‑washing with mild soap, avoiding very hot water or dishwasher use, and ensuring all parts are fully disengaged before cleaning to reduce stress on the mechanism. Please contact our Consumer Assistance Center at 1‑800‑726‑0190 and reference ticket number:8900579098 so we can assist with troubleshooting or support options. Thank you for your feedback—it helps us make improvements to future models.
Salad Spinner
We really like our Cuisinart Salad Spinner; it is first-rate, super easy to use, and clean. Highly recommend!
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5qt salad spinner
We bought this spinner cover why does it warble can you advise
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Response from cuisinart.com
We're sorry to hear that you're experiencing a wobbling issue with your Cuisinart Salad Spinner. For best performance, please ensure the bowl is placed on a flat, stable surface and that the basket is seated properly inside the bowl, as an off-center basket or unevenly distributed contents can sometimes cause wobbling during operation. If the issue persists when the spinner is empty or properly balanced, please contact our Consumer Assistance Center at 1-800-726-0190. Thank you for sharing your feedback—your comments help us improve future products and enhance the overall consumer experience.