Question 1

Already broken. I've only had this for 2 months and the plastic part that holds the filter together is broken. Can I send this back for a better one?

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I think prevention is better than a cure in this case. After reading about your misfortune, I make sure to only use fingertip pressure to tighten the pieces. When the lid assembly is placed into the carafe, it needs some "wiggle room ", so make sure it is a bit loose. Once it's done brewing, gently tighten by turning to top ball just a smidge with your fingertips. Don't let other people mess with it, especially teenaged boys with their superpowers just coming in. ;-) We have had a few small incidents involving our 15 y.o. grandson over-tightening things on accident. That's it! Remember it's a tiny bit of fragile plastic & I hope my answer helps. BTW, I adore my Bodum French press! So good! Yum.

Question 2

Can the glass beaker be easily removed from the base? thank you

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I had the other Brazil version.  I was able to remove the beaker.  VERY CAREFUL, it is in there tight.  SOAP and warm water, you should get some movement from it.  I wouldn't recommend removing the beaker unless you really have to clean it.  If you don't feel comfortable removing the beaker, then I wouldn't.

Question 3

The product description says the carafe is made of glass but a lot of the customer reviews say plastic. Which is it?

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Beaker is glass.  The handle and the part that the beaker fits into is plastic.

Question 4

Where is this French Prench made in?

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I was wondering too!  The one I am replacing was bought from Amazon Jan. 2015.  It stated Poland on the Glass, but nothing on the plastic.  Now they all seem to state Portugal on the glass portion.  I like the BODUM embossed plastic frame, but it is an older model with the flat top and D handle. Even Bodum does updates.

ASIN	B008F3Y42O
Best Sellers Rank	#13,834 in Home & Kitchen ( See Top 100 in Home & Kitchen ) #11 in Coffee Presses
Brand Name	Bodum
Capacity	50.4 fluid ounces
Coffee Input Type	ground_coffee
Coffee Maker Type	French Press
Color	Black
Customer Package Type	Standard Packaging
Customer Reviews	4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars (19,957)
Exterior Finish	Smooth Glass, Polypropylene Plastic
Filter Type	Reusable
Global Trade Identification Number	00727015383590
Human Interface Input	Buttons
Included Components	BODUM 1552-01US BRAZIL Coffee Maker, French Press Coffee Maker, Black, 51 Ounce (12 Cup)
Item Dimensions D x W x H	6.5"D x 5.6"W x 9.8"H
Item Type Name	French Press Coffee and Tea Maker
Item Weight	16 ounces
Manufacturer	Bodum
Material	Borosilicate Glass, Polypropylene, Stainless Steel
Model Name	Brazil
Model Number	1552-01US
Number of Items	1
Operation Mode	Manual
Other Special Features of the Product	Dishwasher Safe
Part Number	1552-01US
Power Source	Manual
Recommended Uses For Product	Brewing coffee
Specific Uses For Product	Coffee Maker
Style	Classic
UPC	727015383590
Unit Count	51 Ounce

51oz Brazil French Press Coffee Maker, High-Heat Borosilicate Glass, Black - Made in Portugal

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