How do you remove the blade safely &amp; clean it safely??
1177448
The slicer doesn't clean as easy as they would lead you to think. You have to take the slicer apart to really clean it. I bought a steam cleaner to help clean it on a regular basis. I take it apart every 2-3 times I us it. Just take your time and becareful.
2144104
I used a knife once, but was gentle in cutting and didn't have a problem. I would think if you can find some kind of plastic tool to cut it might be safer.
38568
I found that if you take this and rapidly swish it around in the dishwater (with Dawn) that the blades come out clean without any danger to your hands. I then rinse it in very hot water and done! We don't have a dishwasher except me.
5630
I always just rinse it off when done using it or use the sprayer with the kitchen facet. The blades are extremely sharp so it is safer not to actually touch them.
1374712
I clean the blade at every use, making sure nothing is left in hole. I lubricate shaft with olive oil. Ive never needed to use screwdriver to remove blade. Test fit blade. If its a brand new blade contact plastekut for assistance. If its a old blade look in the hole clean out with small brush and fine abrasive like baking soda.
1909877
"I agree with D; You should buy a cleaning kit and watch the video on YouTube on how to clean it." Here is one: (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xVsSX5RPaoY) "Very informative! The cleaning kit should be around $12 through Amazon. Good luck! And yes keep it oily all the time (perhaps not as much as came in the box) and try to keep your fingers off the blade."
881717
Remove the blade cover, Push the button at the back to lock the blade and un-bolt. Slide the new blade in from underneath.
487268
You can't remove the blades. All you can do is rinse it real well & use some q-tips to get in between the blades. It's a great mincer but I don't like the way you can keep it clean.
947939
I use the brush provided and a dot of detergent in a circular motion to clean the blade and mesh. It usually is the most time consuming part. Everything else is easy with warm soapy water and a rag/sponge.
1659786
I can't speak to the blade, but there's nothing that would keep me from putting the rest of the removable parts in a dishwasher.Were I to try it with the blade I'd be sure to dry it thoroughly and put a film of food-grade grease on it afterward.
1725379
Very simple removal with two wing nuts. Suggest when blade is removed that you place wing nuts back on tool for safe keeping.
779971
Well wipe it off at after usage and put some oil on the blade and you won't have rust problems. I keep mine stored in its sheath and I have never had rust
432122
This works for me. I open the plastic case that the blades come packaged in and "dump" them flat and onto a level surface, such as my cutting table. Then what I do is to swipe away from me until one blade slides forward. Then, I put my rotary cutter directly over the hole in the blade, slide the cutter and blade to the edge of the cutting table until the underside of the blade is "free," and then turn it over and secure it. These blades are super sharp, so NEVER touch the edge of the blade itself.
359838
take blade cover off and loosen blade tighting screws ∨ nuts, most company sites have access to instructions for doing these things
701167
It is very easy. Just gently pull up the rotors, the hinges are on the outside edge,and rinse under hot water. This should be done daily. Every two or three weeks the cutting heads should be cleaned but do this one at a time since the cutters should remain in the same slots. Just gently lift the small metal rounded or bent end when the cutters are opened for daily cleaning, and the cutting blades easily come out. The manual should be available at the Web site
2260807
Cleaning is super easy. Especially if you put a plastic bag in the pulp catcher in the back. That way, you don't have to bother washing that part out. Everything else pretty much rinses out with hot water, except the blade itself. You'll need a cleaning brush to clean it off.
456047
Also try a different blade. I only use blades in my unit and never had any problems.