Oster 3-in-1 Kitchen System Texture Select Blender and Food Processor Combo User Manual

Introduction

Thank you for choosing the Oster 3-in-1 Kitchen System Texture Select Blender and Food Processor Combo. This versatile appliance is designed to simplify your food preparation tasks, offering blending, food processing, and personal blending capabilities. Please read this manual thoroughly before initial use to ensure safe and optimal operation.

Image: The Oster 3-in-1 Kitchen System, showcasing the main blender unit, the food processor attachment, and two portable Blend-n-Go cups.

Important Safety Instructions

When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and/or injury to persons, including the following:

• Read all instructions before using the product.
• To protect against electrical shock, do not immerse cord, plugs, or appliance in water or other liquid.
• Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children.
• Unplug from outlet when not in use, before putting on or taking off parts, and before cleaning.
• Avoid contact with moving parts.
• Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug or after the appliance malfunctions or has been dropped or damaged in any manner.
• The use of attachments not recommended or sold by the manufacturer may cause fire, electric shock, or injury.
• Do not use outdoors.
• Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter or touch hot surfaces.
• Keep hands and utensils out of the container while blending to prevent the possibility of severe injury to persons or damage to the blender. A scraper may be used but must be used only when the blender is not running.
• Blades are sharp. Handle with care.
• Always operate blender with lid in place.
• Do not blend hot liquids.

Product Components

Your Oster 3-in-1 Kitchen System includes the following parts:

• Blending base (motor unit)
• 8-cup BPA-free plastic blending jar with lid
• 5-cup food processor bowl attachment with slicing disk
• Two 24-oz. portable Blend-n-Go cups with lids

Image: The extra-large 8-cup BPA-free plastic blending jar, shown filled with various fruits and vegetables.

Image: The 5-cup food processor bowl attachment, including the slicing disk, ready for use.

Image: Two 24-ounce portable Blend-n-Go cups with black lids, one empty and one filled with a green smoothie.

Setup and Assembly

Before First Use:

1. Unpack all components and remove any packaging materials.
2. Wash the blending jar, food processor bowl, Blend-n-Go cups, lids, and blades in warm, soapy water. Rinse thoroughly and dry.
3. Wipe the motor base with a damp cloth. Do not immerse the motor base in water.

Assembling the Blender:

1. Place the sealing gasket onto the blade assembly.
2. Place the blade assembly into the bottom opening of the blending jar.
3. Screw the jar base onto the blending jar until secure.
4. Place the assembled blending jar onto the motor base, ensuring it is locked into position.

Assembling the Food Processor:

1. Place the food processor bowl onto the motor base, aligning the tabs.
2. Insert the desired blade (chopping or slicing disk) onto the center post of the bowl.
3. Secure the food processor lid onto the bowl, ensuring the feed chute is properly aligned.

Operating Instructions

General Blending:

1. Ensure the blender jar is securely assembled on the motor base.
2. Add ingredients to the blending jar. Do not exceed the maximum fill line.
3. Place the lid securely on the blending jar.
4. Plug the appliance into a power outlet.
5. Select your desired setting or speed.
6. Once blending is complete, turn off the appliance and unplug it before removing the jar.

Texture Select Settings:

The Texture Select feature allows you to customize the consistency of your blends (Thin, Medium, Thick).

Image: A hand pressing the 'Thick' button on the blender's control panel, highlighting the Texture Select options.

• Thin: Ideal for smooth juices and light sauces.
• Medium: Suitable for creamy smoothies and purees.
• Thick: Perfect for hearty dips, salsas, and milkshakes with more body.

Simply press the desired texture button (Thin, Med, Thick) after selecting an auto program or manual speed.

Auto Programs and Manual Speeds:

The blender features 9 auto programs and 4 manual speeds (Low, Medium, High, Pulse).

• Auto Programs: These pre-programmed settings optimize blending for specific tasks like Smoothies, Milkshakes, or Salsa. Select the program and the blender will automatically adjust speed and duration.
• Manual Speeds: Use Low, Medium, or High for continuous blending. The Pulse function provides short bursts of power for controlled chopping or mixing.

Image: A green smoothie being poured from the blender jar into a tall glass, with the blender base visible in the background.

Using the Food Processor:

1. Assemble the food processor bowl and desired blade on the motor base.
2. Add ingredients to the bowl. For chopping, ensure pieces are small enough to fit. For slicing, use the feed chute.
3. Secure the lid.
4. Use the Pulse function for chopping or select a manual speed for continuous processing.

Using Blend-n-Go Cups:

1. Add ingredients to a 24-oz Blend-n-Go cup.
2. Screw the blade assembly (from the main blender jar) onto the open end of the Blend-n-Go cup.
3. Invert the cup and place it onto the motor base, aligning the tabs.
4. Select your desired blending setting.
5. Once blending is complete, remove the cup, unscrew the blade assembly, and attach the travel lid.

Maintenance and Cleaning

Proper cleaning ensures the longevity and performance of your appliance.

Cleaning the Blending Jar and Cups:

• The 8-cup blending jar and 24-oz Blend-n-Go cups are dishwasher-safe (top rack recommended).
• For manual cleaning, disassemble the jar/cup, blade assembly, and lid. Wash in warm, soapy water using a brush for the blades. Rinse thoroughly and dry.

Cleaning the Food Processor Bowl:

• The 5-cup food processor bowl and slicing disk are dishwasher-safe (top rack recommended).
• For manual cleaning, wash in warm, soapy water. Handle blades with extreme care. Rinse and dry.

Cleaning the Motor Base:

• Unplug the motor base before cleaning.
• Wipe the motor base with a damp cloth. Do not immerse the motor base in water or any other liquid.
• Do not use abrasive cleaners or scouring pads, as they may scratch the surface.

Troubleshooting

Specifications

• Brand: Oster
• Model Number: 2160844
• Power: 1200 Watts
• Blending Jar Capacity: 8 cups
• Food Processor Bowl Capacity: 5 cups
• Personal Cup Capacity: Two 24-oz. Blend-n-Go cups
• Blade Material: Stainless Steel
• Material Type Free: BPA Free
• Product Dimensions: 13"D x 13"W x 13"H
• Item Weight: 12.6 pounds
• UPC: 053891164948

Warranty and Support

For warranty information and customer support, please refer to the warranty card included with your product or visit the official Oster website. Protection plans are available for purchase separately to extend coverage beyond the standard manufacturer's warranty.

For additional assistance, you may contact Oster customer service directly.