Cuisinart CJE-500 Series, CJE 500E Manual

PARTS AND FEATURES

1. Sturdy Housing with Powerful Motor
2. Power button with blue LED light
3. 16-ounce juice pitcher
4. 40-ounce pulp container
5. Cover with large feed tube and pusher
6. Safety bar
7. Adjustable flow spout
8. Mesh filter basket/blade
9. Filter housing
10. Nonslip rubber feet (not shown)
11. Cleaning brush
12. BPA free (not shown)
    All materials that come in contact with food and/or liquid are BPA free.

BEFORE FIRST USE

• Remove all packaging materials and any promotional labels or stickers from your Cuisinart^® Compact Juice Extractor. Be sure all parts (listed in Parts and Features) of your new appliance have been included before discarding any packaging materials.
• You may want to keep the box and packing materials for use at a later date.
• Before using your Cuisinart^® Compact Juice Extractor for the first time, remove any dust from shipping by wiping the base with a damp cloth.
• Thoroughly clean cover, pusher, pulp container, juice pitcher and mesh filter basket/blade assembly by hand or on top rack of dishwasher.
• Never place the motor housing in the dishwasher, nor immerse it in water. Always use a damp cloth to wipe it clean.

ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS

Assembling the Compact Juice Extractor

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 pitcher in the front center 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.
    

DISASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS

Disassembling the Compact Juice Extractor

1. Unplug the Compact Juice Extractor.
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 pitcher.
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)
2. Plug the power cord into a 120V 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 2¾ inches 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 pitcher 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 pitcher 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/sieve and the lid after each use. Vegetables and fruits will harden if left to dry on the unit parts, making it harder to clean.

1. Unplug juicer and carefully take it apart, following Disassembly Instructions on this page.
   
   Be careful when handling the mesh filter basket/blade, as blades are very sharp.
2. Rinse all removable parts with cold water.
3. Wash the pulp container, juice pitcher, 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.
4. Towel dry all parts.
5. Any other servicing should be performed by an authorized service representative.

TIPS AND HINTS

• 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.
• 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 offseason, and flavors are much better.
• 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 purchasing. The longer produce is held, the more nutrients it loses.
• Fresh juices should be consumed immediately. They lose nutrients as they sit.
• Certain fruits should be peeled before juicing. Examples are pineapples, melons, mangoes, papayas, citrus – any fruit with skin that you cannot eat. Also remove all pits and hard seeds from peaches, cherries, mangoes, etc.
• Citrus fruit juice is delicious and creamy, and richer in nutrients.
• If cucumbers are waxy, peel them before juicing.
• Juice the softer ingredients before the harder ones.
• When juicing herbs or leafy greens, juice them in the middle of a combination of ingredients in order to extract the greatest amount of juice.
• Use your taste to guide you on fruit and vegetable combinations for juices. The recipes provided are a guideline, but the possibilities are endless.
  Experiment to discover your favorite combinations.
• 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 vegetables may have.
• 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 favorite cocktail with fresh juices.
• Blend fruit juices with sparkling water or seltzer to make a natural soda.
• The pulp that is separated from the juice has its own health benefits. It is high in fiber 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.

TROUBLESHOOTING

APPROXIMATE YIELD JUICING CHART

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

When using any electrical appliance, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the following:

1. Read instructions thoroughly.
2. Always unplug unit from outlet when not in use, before putting on or removing parts and before cleaning.
3. To protect against electrical shock, do not immerse the juice extractor motor housing in water or other liquids.
4. When any appliance is used by or near children, supervise closely.
5. Avoid contact with moving parts.
6. If the juice extractor has a damaged cord or plug or malfunctions, DO NOT OPERATE. Contact our Customer Service Center to return for examination, repair or adjustment.
7. Using accessory attachments not sold or recommended by the manufacturer can cause fire, electric shock or injury.
8. Do not allow the power cord to come into contact with any hot surfaces, including stove, or to hang over table edge or counter.
9. 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.
10. Switch to OFF position after each use and be sure the motor stops completely before disassembling.
11. 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.
12. If the mesh filter-basket/blade is damaged, do not use.
13. 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.
14. Not designed for outdoor use.
15. Appliance should be plugged into a 120V household outlet only.
16. The appliance is wired for domestic use only.
17. Do not use the appliance for anything other than the intended purpose, as outlined in the instruction booklet.
18. Never juice with the spout in the closed position.
19. Do not operate without the pulp container in place.
20. 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.
21. 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.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY

No user-serviceable parts are inside. Do not attempt to service this product.

Maximum rating is 400 watts.

A short power supply cord is provided to reduce the risk resulting from becoming entangled in or tripping over a long cord. AN EXTENSION CORD MAY BE USED WITH CARE: HOWEVER, THE MARKED ELECTRICAL RATING SHOULD BE AT LEAST AS GREAT AS THE ELECTRICAL RATING OF THE JUICE EXTRACTOR.

The extension cord should not be allowed to drape over the countertop or tabletop, where it can be pulled on by children or tripped over.

POLARIZED PLUG

This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). To reduce the risk of electric shock, this plug is intended to fit into a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully into the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician. Do not attempt to modify the plug in any way. If the plug fits loosely into the AC outlet or if the AC outlet feels warm, do not use that outlet.

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References

• Cuisinart's Kitchen Appliances for Professional and Home Chefs

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