Troubleshooting Kitchen Shears: Tips for Cleaning and Fixing Sticky Springs

[chefheidi2003]

I have a customer who told me today that her Kitchen Shears (white ones) are rusted at the spring...well I looked at them and I know that they are not rusted especially since they are stainless steel...however my problem is that when you try to use them when you squeeze them shut they will not open back up, is there a way to fix that?? Also how can she clean that stuff off of the springs??

 

[dannyzmom]

you can spritz it with some Pam at the joint.

 

[chefheidi2003]

you can spritz it with some Pam at the joint.

Thank you, now I feel like such an idiot. Sounds so simple. I was thinking about something like that but I didn't know.

Thank you.

 

[jrstephens]

I have also taken mine and pulled them apart at the scissor part too and it helps with them sticking. I pull them to opposite way not the way that they open - like side to side. Does that make since, I cannot figure out a good wat to explain what I am meaning?

 

[Staci]

Hi there,I'm sorry to hear that your customer is having trouble with her Kitchen Shears. It sounds like there may be some debris or buildup causing the spring to stick. I would recommend gently cleaning the area around the spring with a soft cloth and mild soap. You can also try using a small amount of cooking oil on the spring to help lubricate it. If the issue persists, please have your customer contact our customer service team for further assistance. Thank you for bringing this to our attention and I hope we can help resolve the issue for your customer.Best regards,