How to Use Oster Blades

Oster blades are quite versatile and will fit on both the Oster and Andis brands of clippers. There are multiple uses for these blades whether it be for personal human use or on pets, farm animals and more. With proper care and maintenance, the Oster blades will give you several years of great service.

Things You'll Need

  • Oster blade
  • Flathead screwdriver
  • Clippers
  • Clipper Cool
  • Blade Conditioner
  • Clipper &blade oil
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Instructions

    • 1

      Hold the clippers in your hand with the front facing you and use the flat-head screwdriver to lift the rectangle metal bracket on the top of the clipper. The bracket will be at an angle and this is where the blade will be placed.

    • 2

      Take the blade, teeth facing forward and down and slip the back groove of the blade over the angled bracket of the clipper.

    • 3

      Turn the clipper on and push down on the blade so that it is sitting in position on the clipper. Turn off your clippers until ready for use.

    • 4

      Spray your blade with clipper cool while in use to keep it cool to the touch while lubricating the blade and clippers, as well. You can do so while the clipper is still running, taking care to turn away from the subject you are working on at the time.

    • 5

      After each use, remove the blade from the clippers and clean out any residual hair with a utility or tiny tooth brush.

    • 6

      Turn over your blade and slide the back to the side without taking it completely off its rail. Use some clipper oil which comes in an applicator tube and apply oil to the rail on both the top and bottom. Slide the blade back into place and store for your next use.