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If the counterclockwise twist fails while the pump is on the bottle, the packaging requires a manual bench reset. This procedure bypasses the bottle neck entirely, letting you free the stuck bottle nozzle with direct mechanical leverage.

Start by unscrewing the entire pump assembly from the bottle and setting the bottle aside. Wipe down the plastic dip tube and the threaded collar with paper towels to clear away slippery product residue.

Next, grip the exposed plastic piston shaft. Look beneath the threaded cap: you will see a smooth plastic cylinder located above the dip tube. Wrap that shaft in a clean cloth to avoid scarring the surface, then grip it securely with a pair of household slip-joint pliers.

With the internal shaft clamped in place, grab the upper nozzle with your other hand and turn it firmly counterclockwise. Because the pliers stop the inner rod from rotating, this maneuver forces the upper threads to disengage. The internal spring will release immediately, popping the spout upward.

Once the head pops up, check the dip tube to make sure it remains firmly seated in the base of the pump mechanism. Screw the entire assembly back onto the bottle, tighten the collar firmly, and press the nozzle five to eight times to prime the chamber and begin dispensing product.