Progressive International CSS-1 Collapsible 5-Quart Salad Spinner

by Progressive International

Product Features

• 5-quart salad spinner quickly and effortlessly removes water from produce
• Self-retracting cord spins internal drainage basket with a simple tug
• Unique collapsible design reduces to half its height for easy storage
• Integrated brake stops spinning motion; dishwasher-safe bowl and basket
• Measures 10-1/2 by 10-1/2 by 3 inches when collapsed

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 10.4 x 10.4 x 3 inches
• Shipping Weight: 3 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B002CGS3NG
• Item model number: CSS-1
• Average Customer Review: 2.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (85 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #6,883 in Kitchen & Dining (See Top 100 in Kitchen & Dining)
  • #16 in Kitchen & Dining > Kitchen Utensils & Gadgets > Salad Tools & Spinners > Spinners

Product Description

Amazon.com Product Description

A great way to encourage healthy snacking and foster nutritious mealtimes, this versatile salad spinner makes a smart choice for on-the-go families, at-home entertaining, and more. The unit's collapsible design allows for tucking it neatly into any drawer, cupboard, or pantry, while its updated function takes the hassle out of meal preparation. To operate, simply fill the expanded 5-quart-capacity drainage basket with freshly washed produce--anything from chopped fruits and vegetables to loose-leaf spinach, lettuce, fresh herbs, and more. Next, place the basket into the expanded outer bowl and secure the lid. With a firm pull of the self-retracting cord, the basket spins to remove excess water, leaving its contents thoroughly cleaned, dried, and ready to consume. For added convenience, the unit's tight-sealing lid includes an integrated brake that stops the spinning motion with the touch of a button. Dishwasher-safe for thorough cleanup (hand-wash the lid), the salad spinner measures 10-1/2 by 10-1/2 by 3 inches when collapsed and about 6 inches tall when fully expanded.

Product Description

Progressive International is your source for the widest range of functional, inventive and fun kitchen tools and great ideas put into practice. Our in-house designers spend hours in the kitchen coming up with ways to improve on a variety of traditional tasks and tools. Established in 1973, our commitment to quality and service allows us to offer a broad selection of quality kitchenware and other household products. The collapsible salad spinner from Progressive International is an innovative and new design in the preparation of lettuce, fruits and vegetables. The spinner collapses for compact storage and cleaning and allows you to save approximately twice as much space when storing. A self retracting pull cord makes washing and drying of fruit and vegetables quick and easy, while an integrated brake in the lid easily stops spinning basket with the push of a button. To use, remove the lid with the pull cord handle and first expand the inner basket. Next, expand the outer bowl prior to spinning fruits and vegetables. 5-quart capacity when expanded; measures 10.5-inch in diameter and 3 inches high when collapsed. The bowl and basket are dishwasher safe, but the lid must be washed by hand.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

49 of 50 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars Cord broke after less than ten uses, January 30, 2010

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Robert Aho "ohatrebor" (Okinawa, Japan) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Progressive International CSS-1 Collapsible 5-Quart Salad Spinner (Kitchen)

We were very excited to receive this item as a gift. After about ten uses of spinning salad greens (not overloaded or something obscure) the cord broke. It showed significant signs of fraying and abrasion. We pulled the handle just a few times for each drying cycle. We'll be searching online for similar experiences and potential fixes, we'd love to get it back up and running.

19 of 20 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars If you have to have a salad spinner, January 18, 2010

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Joe Marietta (Kalamazoo, MI United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Progressive International CSS-1 Collapsible 5-Quart Salad Spinner (Kitchen)

Let's be honest, no one NEEDS a salad spinner. My wife wanted one, we are short on cupboard space, this works great. It collapses down to 1/2 the normal height and spins salad just fine. I wonder how the flex portions of the inner and outer bowl (that allow the collapsing) will hold up over time but as of right now, I'd recommend this product.

13 of 13 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars cord broke after about 10 uses, February 14, 2010

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Jaye (east coast, south) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Progressive International CSS-1 Collapsible 5-Quart Salad Spinner (Kitchen)

This appears to be a high quality spinner, well made and sturdy. A lot of thought went into the design and it is the nicest spinner I have seen. A bit stiff to collapse but with use that should become easier.

*****

I've changed my mind - the cord broke...that's about $2 per salad. ugh.