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Instruction & Recipe Booklet
Juice Central - Compact Juice Extractor - CJE-500A
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IMPORTANT
SAFEGUARDS
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS
BEFORE USING
• When using any electrical appliance,
especially when children are present, basic
safety precautions should always be taken to
reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and/or
injury, including the following:
• Never leave unattended while cooking to
avoid possibility of fire.
• This appliance is intended for HOUSEHOLD
USE ONLY and similar applications such as:
- staff kitchen areas in shops, offices & other
working environments;
- farmhouses;
- clients in hotels, motels and other
residential type environments;
- bed and breakfast settings
• This appliance is not intended for use by
persons (including children) with reduced
physical, sensory, or mental capabilities, or
lack experience and knowledge unless, they
have been given instruction concerning use
of the appliance by a person responsible for
their safety.
• Always unplug unit from outlet when not
in use, before putting on or removing
parts and before cleaning.
• To protect against electrical shock, do not
immerse the juice extractor motor housing in
water or other liquids.
• Do not use this product on sloping or
unstable surfaces.
• Avoid contact with moving parts.
• Do not operate this appliance if it has been
dropped or damaged (including the cord) in
any manner or is not operating correctly.
• The use of attachments not recommended
by Cuisinart may be hazardous.
• Do not allow the power cord to come into
contact with any hot surfaces, including
stove, or to hang over table edge or counter.
• Before turning the motor on, always make
sure juice extractor cover is properly
positioned and securely in place. Do not
open cover while the juice extractor is in
operation.
• Switch to OFF position after each use and
be sure the motor stops completely before
disassembling.
• Do not put fingers or other objects into the
juice extractor opening while it is in
operation. If food becomes stuck in the
opening, use food pusher or another piece
of fruit or vegetable to push it down, or turn
the motor off and disassemble the unit to
remove the remaining food.
• Always make sure the juice extractor cover is
properly positioned and secured before
motor is turned on. If it is not, the safety
interlock will not operate. Do not loosen
cover while the juice extractor is in use.
• If the mesh filter-basket/blade is damaged,
do not use.
• Not designed for outdoor use.
• Appliance should be plugged into a 220-
240V household outlet only.
• Do not use the appliance for anything other
than the intended purpose, as outlined in
the instruction booklet.
• Never juice with the spout in the closed
position.
• Do not operate without the pulp container in
place.
• This unit comes with a resettable thermal
device to prevent damage to the motor in
the case of extreme overload. Simply unplug
the unit, rest it for 30 minutes and continue.
• Do not operate your appliance in an
appliance garage or under a wall cabinet.
When storing in an appliance garage
always unplug the unit from the electrical
outlet. Not doing so could create a risk of
fire, especially if the appliance touches the
walls of the garage or the door touches the
unit as it closes.
• Do not use the appliance if the rotating
Juice Strainer or the protecting cover is
damaged or has visible cracks.
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SPECIAL CORDSET
INSTRUCTIONS
A short power supply cord is provided to reduce
the risk resulting from becoming entangled in or
tripping over a long cord.
Extension cords may be used if care is
exercised in their use. If an extension cord is
used, the marked electrical rating of the
extension cord must be at least as great as
the electrical rating of the appliance, and the
longer cord should be arranged so that it will
not drape over the countertop or tabletop
where it can be tripped over unintentionally
or pulled on by children.
Maximum rating is 500 watts.
UNPACKING INSTUCTIONS
1. Place the box on a large, sturdy, flat surface.
2. Open the box and remove any other
literature.
3. Lift the packing materials, juicer and
accessories out of the box.
4. Remove all other parts packed in pulp mold
and remove packing materials surrounding
those parts. Be sure to check all packing
materials for all parts listed in the Parts &
Features section on page 4 before discarding.
5. Remove any protective or promotional labels
from your Compact Juice Extractor and other
parts.
SAVE THESE
INSTRUCTIONS
BEFORE THE FIRST USE
Before using the Compact Juice Extractor for
the first time, we recommend you wipe all of
the parts with a damp cloth to remove any dirt
or dust. Dry thoroughly with a soft, absorbent
cloth and handle carefully.
CONTENTS
Important Safeguards ........................................ 2
Parts and Features ............................................. 4
Quick Tips Guide ............................................. 5
Assembly Instructions ........................................ 6
Tips And Hints ................................................... 7
Disassembly Instructions ................................... 7
Operating Instructions ........................................8
Cleaning and Maintenance ............................... 8
Troubleshooting .................................................8
Approximate Yield Juicing Chart .......................9
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A. Cover with large feed tube and pusher
The large food chute minimises prep and
cutting time.
The pusher assists to push ingredients into
the food chute.
B. Mesh filter basket/blade
Mesh filter basket and blade assembly
grinds fruits and vegetables to extract
maximum amount of juice; it is removable
for simple cleanup.
C. Filter housing
D. Adjustable flow spout
Adjustable flow spout is manually controlled
and prevents dripping.
E. Sturdy Housing with Powerful Motor
F. Pulp container
Must be up and locked over cover for juicer
to operate.
G. Safety Bar
H. Power button with blue LED light
I. Juice Jug
Collects up to 1L of fresh juice.
J. Cleaning brush
K. Nonslip rubber feet (not shown)
L. BPA free (not shown)
All materials that come in contact with food
and/or liquid are BPA free.
PARTS & FEATURES
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QUICK TIPS GUIDE
Preparing Fruits &
Vegetables
• Wash all fruits and vegetables immediately after purchasing and store them
in the refrigerator. This way they are ready to juice at any time.
• Always juice fresh fruits and vegetables as soon as possible after purchas
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ing. The longer produce is held, the more nutrients are lost.
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Certain fruits should be peeled before juicing. Examples are pineapples, mel-
ons, mangoes, papayas, and citrus – any fruit with skin that you cannot eat.
Also remove all pits and hard seeds from peaches, cherries, mangoes, etc.
• If cucumbers are waxy, peel them before juicing.
• Completely thaw frozen fruits before juicing. Do not use ice.
• Always use fresh, organic and seasonal produce. Organic produce is grown
without synthetic fertilizers and chemicals, which is very important when
juicing whole foods. Buying foods in season is considerably less expensive
than purchasing off-season, and flavours are much better.
Juicing Hints & Tips
• Juice the softer ingredients before the harder ones.
• When juicing herbs or leafy greens, juice them in the middle of a combina
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tion of ingredients in order to extract the greatest amount of juice.
• Carrots make a great and tasty base for vegetable juices, and apples do
the same for fruit juices.
• Beets and carrots both have a naturally high sugar content, so when added
to vegetable juices, they can balance out any bitter flavors juiced vegeta
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bles may have.
• Blend fruit juices with sparkling water or seltzer to make a natural soda.
• Use your Compact Juice Extractor in tandem with your blender. Blend
fresh juices with ingredients like bananas, yogurt, and protein powders for
delicious power smoothies.
• It is also possible to make a healthier, fresher version of your favourite
cocktail with fresh juices.
• Use your taste to guide you on fruit and vegetable combinations for juices.
The recipes provided in this booklet are a guideline, but the possibilities
are endless. Experiment to discover your favorite combinations.
Healthy Juicing Facts
• Extracted juice captures about 95% of the nutrients from fresh fruits and
vegetables. Drinking extracted juice is a fast and efficient way for your
body to digest and absorb all of those nutrients. Digesting whole fruits can
take about an hour; extracted juices take only 15 minutes.
• Freshly extracted juices are an excellent aid in weight management and in
cleanses, which rid the body of toxins.
• Fresh juices should be consumed immediately. They lose nutrients as they
sit.
• Citrus fruit juice is delicious and creamy, and rich in nutrients.
• The pulp that is separated from the juice has its own health benefits. It
is high in fibre and can be used in a variety of ways. See our recipes as
guides on how you can incorporate the fibrous pulp into your diet.
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ASSEMBLY
INSTRUCTIONS
1. Place motor base on a clean,
flat surface. Make sure the
motor base is unplugged from
the power outlet (not shown).
2. Be sure the safety bar is in the
unlock position.
(It is unlocked if it is at rest at
rear of motor base.)
3. Place filter housing on top of
motor base by lining up the
grooves in the filter housing
with the arms on motor base.
4. Insert the mesh filter basket/
blade firmly into filter housing
by pressing down on rim of
the filter so it locks securely in
place. Be careful not to
touch the blades in the
bottom of the basket and be
sure this part is inserted
before every use.
5. Place cover on top of filter
housing. Be sure to align the
feed tube over the mesh filter.
6. Move the safety bar into the
lock position by bringing the
bar over the cover until it sits
securely in the grooves.
7. Insert the pulp container into
the rear of the unit by tilting
the opening slightly under the
cover.
8. Place juice jug in the front
centre of the unit.
9. Insert the food pusher into the
feed tube by aligning the
groove in the food pusher
with the small indent on the
inside of feed tube.
10. Make sure the flow spout is in
the open position. Never juice
with the spout in the closed
position.
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DISASSEMBLY
INSTRUCTIONS
1. Turn the Compact Juice Extractor OFF and
then unplug it from power outlet.
2. Remove the food pusher from cover.
3. Move the safety bar to the unlock position.
It is unlocked if it is at rest at the back of the
motor base.
4. Lift and remove cover from filter housing.
5. Carefully remove mesh filter basket/blade
from the filter housing by pulling up on the
sides of the rim. Be careful not to touch
the blades in the bottom of the basket.
6. Make sure the flow spout is in the closed
position. Remove the juice jug.
7. Remove the pulp container from the rear of
the motor base and empty.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
1. Make sure your Compact Juice Extractor is
properly assembled. (See Assembly
Instructions, page 6.)
2. Plug the power cord into a 220-240V
electrical outlet.
3. Make sure that the spout is in the open
position. Never juice with the spout in
the closed position.
4. Wash all selected fruits or vegetables.
5. While many fruits and vegetables will not
need cutting, any item with a diameter
larger than 7cm will need to be cut.
6. Press the on/off button when ready to
begin. The blue LED light will illuminate.
7. Lift the food pusher out of the feed tube
and drop your food into the opening. Push
through by inserting the food pusher and
pressing firmly.
8. The juice will flow into the juice jug and the
pulp will accumulate in the pulp container.
9. When finished juicing, press the On/Off
button to stop the motor.
10. Before removing the juice jug from under
the spout, slide the spout to the closed
position. This will prevent juice from
dripping on the counter.
CLEANING AND
MAINTENANCE
Do not immerse the motor housing in water or
spray it with water. Clean only by wiping with a
damp sponge, cloth or paper towel. Use any liquid
dishwashing detergent, but do not use any
products containing ammonia or scouring powders,
as these products will dull, scratch or mar the finish.
For easy cleanup, use cleaning brush to
remove excess pulp from the filter/Juice
Strainer and the lid after each use. Vegetables
and fruits will harden if left to dry on the unit
parts, making it harder to clean.
• Unplug juicer and carefully take it apart,
following Disassembly Instructions on this page.
• WARNING: Be careful when handling the
mesh filter basket/blade, as blades are very
sharp.
• Rinse all removable parts with cold water.
• Wash the pulp container, juice jug, pusher, lid
and mesh filter basket/blade in hot, sudsy
water, or on top rack of dishwasher. Do not use
a metal brush or pad.
• NOTE: For best juicing results, the mesh filter
basket/blade must always be thoroughly
cleaned after each use.
• Towel dry all parts.
• Any other servicing should be performed by
an authorised service representative.
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TROUBLESHOOTING
PROBLEM SOLUTION
Juice extractor does not turn on
• The safety bar is not engaged.
(See Assembly Instructions, page 6.)
• Press On/Off button to start juicing.
Juice flow is slow
• Make sure the spout is opened all the way.
• Excess pulp in mesh filter basket can slow juice rate.
Stop the juice extractor and clean filter basket.
Difficulty getting herbs or leafy
greens down the feed tube
• Place them between other ingredients.
Juice still flowing with unit off • Make sure the spout is closed all the way.
Unit is on but juice/pulp not flowing • Make sure the mesh filter basket/blade is in place.
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APPROXIMATE YIELD JUICING CHART
FRUIT AMOUNT YIELD
APPLE (quartered)
1 medium 120ml
CANTALOUPE (peeled and seeded)
1 cup, cubed 120ml
GRAPES
1 cup 120ml
ORANGE (peeled and quartered)
1 medium 150ml
PEACH (pitted)
1 medium 60ml
PEAR (quartered)
1 medium 120ml
PAPAYA (peeled and seeded)
½ fruit 240ml
PINEAPPLE (peeled and cored)
½ fruit 240ml
WATERMELON (peeled and seeded)
1 cup, cubed 120ml
STRAWBERRIES
1 cup 120ml
GRAPEFRUIT (peeled and quartered)
1 medium to large 300ml
LEMON (peeled)
1 fruit 60ml
KIWI
1 fruit 30ml
VEGETABLE AMOUNT YIELD
BEET (quartered)
1 medium 120ml
LEAFY GREENS
1 handful 45ml
CARROT
450g 240ml
CELERY
4 large stalks 120ml
BELL PEPPER (quartered)
1 medium 120ml
CUCUMBER
1 medium/large 240ml
TOMATO
1 medium 120ml
PARSLEY
1 bunch 60ml
CABBAGE
¼ head 180ml
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