I have never been able to remove the blade of the small jar. How should I remove it for cleaning?
441473
Unlike the blade on the bigger jar you might have noticed that the smaller jar has a nut screwed on it, meaning it is a fixed blade and hence cannot be removed. Best way is to soak in hot water for a while under soap solution and use a knife for the hard to reach areas
476490
On the black part in the front just under the retractor there is a retention clip that you push and pull of the black part near the blade to get in there to remove the blade. It was kind of hard to take off the first time so you might have to put a little muscle into it. Good Luck
967738
I cleaned using soap and sponge. Then spray with warm water and dry. No I did not take the blade off.
796290
I just use a basting brush to clean around and under the blade. There really isn't a reason for removing the blade. From time to time, I may use a damp paper towel to remove coffee dust that may accumulate over time.
556866
I just put my used blades in an empty plastic aspirin container. I pop open the lid and put the blade in. When it is full I will seal it shut with duct tape, write "razor blades" on it and toss it. No kids in my house to find it and open it.
1175663
Use a scissors and pry it out. Be careful not to cut yourself. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JDr7-7NAblY
2049185
I cut a narrow hole into the lid of an empty, clean Mccann's Steel Cut Oatmeal tin. Although the lid is removable, it's almost impossible to remove without a knife or a paint can key. The tin is big enough that I can store hundreds (if not thousands) of used blades. When the time comes to throw it away, I will hot glue it (or duct tape it) shut, and see if I can take it to a sharps disposal site.Alternatively, you may want to check with your local government. Around here, Goodwill hands out free sharps disposal containers.
498924
I think the "trick" is to first open up the small top opening of the jar lid to make sure a vacuum hasn't formed inside the jar. That worked for me for that one time when it was difficult to open. The lady of the house ran into that problem only once, and no complaints from her after that one incident.
928904
The blade is a unit that simply slips over the center post. The blade are attached, not removable from the plastic that they are imbedded in. It should simply lift off the center post. If is doesn't come off easily, then you will need to contact Oster and complain. I was very unhappy with this appliance. I used it once and then donated it to a charity. Better to spend the money and buy a small Cuisinart... they actually work the way they are supposed to.
487267
Lift the blade cover from the back and rinse between the blades. You can't actually remove the blade themselves.
1278519
Just got it a few days ago. Not sure how helpful this is, but immediately after using, I typically rinse the areas that would have come in contact with food, then dry with a towel. I suppose you could fit a damp/soapy q-tip behind the cutting blade if something got really stuck in there, then rinse lightly and dry. As someone already suggested, a small brush or even toothbrush seems like a good idea.
1259657
That blades does not need to be removed for cleaning. Add 1 - 2 drops of liquid dishwashing detergent. Blend detergent on lowest speed for 10 - 15 seconds and then empty jar of soapy water into sink. Rise jar thoroughly with clean water.
1780657
I have the larger size 'WildSide' jar using the single wing-tip blade. It's probably called the 4-inch blade because it measures about 3 3/4" across. This machine performs better than any kitchen appliance I've ever used, and I use it every day! If it quit now I would immediately get another one just like it.
1716989
I leave it on the shelf and use the clear plastic sheath that came with it for the blade, if desperate there is always duct tape on top of clear plastic. Best I can do for you.
947121
Haha, a common problem if your not familiar. There is a metal tab that runs along the inside of the handle. Push it to the left then slowly and carefully close the blade forward and shut
995652
Press the little thing on the back center of the handle and push the blade in. It's the little indent, looks kinda like a bite was taken out of it there.
1962321
You unscrew the whole top; it will come off in two pieces. Place the blade between the pieces and screw it back together. It is quite easy to do. Hope this helps!