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(More customer reviews)This is my first hummingbird feeder I've owned, so I can't compare it to any others. The instructions on the bottom of the feeder were very vague. However, after 5 minutes of my time, and through trial and error, I figured out the problem that some of the previous reviewers were having.
1. The bottom half of the red base either was not tightened enough during the manufacturing process, or came loose during shipment. You need to tighten the bottom half of the base by screwing it clockwise - as there is a seam there and it will leak if not tight.
2. MOST IMPORTANT: Keep the clear section pushed down until AFTER you fill it. (it needs to form a vacuum and it won't if you pull on it during this step).
3. Fill the clear section with nectar, and put the lid on quickly to form the VACUUM so it won't leak out the holes.
4. Hang it with the included small S-hook, and THEN carefully pull on the bottom of the feeder so the nectar can flow into the flower ports. BUT you still need to keep the feeder level; otherwise the nectar will flow out the flower port holes.
Practice first by putting water in it and you'll see what I mean.
I can see where this will be very easy to clean, haven't had to yet since I just recently received it, but I anticipate no problems with it at all. It's been hanging up for 4 hours (as of the time I wrote this review), and I already saw a pair of hummingbirds stop by for nectar, so it must attract their attention. It's a nice low budget (all plastic) feeder, the vine perches are a cute touch.
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This top-fill hummingbird feeder features Perky Pet's new Push-Pull technology for effortless refilling--just push, pour, then pull-and-lock. It features an easy to fill wide mouth top and an advanced "sports bottle" like function to facilitate replenishing the nectar. The four attractive magnolias on the base of this pretty feeder contain the feeding ports.
With fewer parts, cleaning the feeder is so simple, too. The clear plastic reservoir makes it easy to monitor nectar levels in this 20-ounce hummingbird feeder.
Use Perky-Pet instant high energy nectar, for best results. This specially blended hummingbird feeder nectar is easy to use, requires no boiling and stays fresh longer. This hummingbird feeder may be cleaned with the Perky-Pet cleaning mop. Remember to clean your feeder at least twice a week, more often in very warm climates or seasons.
Preparing Your Hummingbird Feeder
Check to make sure the base compartments are securely tightened
Push container into base to close ports to prevent leakage
Unscrew to cap to fill with nectar
Screw cap back on securely to form an airtight seal.
Keep the feeder in the closed position until you get to the spot where you want to hang it.
To open nectar reservoir--hold base with one hand and pull up on the container with the other to open ports for feeding.
Your feeder is now ready.
Hanging a Hummingbird Feeder Hummingbird feeders should be hung out of direct sunlight, since the sun can spoil the nectar, as well as away from windy areas and out of reach of cats. You may also want to place the hummingbird feeder in and around trumpeting flowers. This will help attract more birds to your hummingbird feeder.
Hang your bird feeder away from trees, bushes, fences or buildings. If you must hang the bird feeder on a tree, keep it at least six feet from the trunk or the tree limbs.
Hummingbirds will find your nectar feeder, although there are some steps you can take to help the tiny birds find it sooner. Tying a red ribbon on the feeder wire or pole will help them locate it. Some enthusiasts prefer to use red nectar, although hummingbirds will also find the clear nectar in hummingbird feeders. Other attraction methods include planting flowers that attract hummingbirds adjacent to the feeder area and placing a birdbath in your yard near the feeder.
Bird Feeder Care Keeping your bird feeder clean and full of fresh nectar is very important to the health of visiting birds. It is recommended that you clean your seed bird feeder every two weeks and your hummingbird feeder every week. Clean your bird feeder more often in warmer weather.
A mild soap and water solution can be used; however, if the bird feeder needs additional cleaning, you can use diluted vinegar. Be sure to rinse completely. It is not recommended that you put any bird feeder into your dishwasher for cleaning.
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