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26675 JEX-450A IB 23/6/08 11:59 AM Page 1 INSTRUCTION BOOKLET CUISINART JUICE EXTRACTOR JEX-450A For your safety and continued enjoyment of this product, always read the instruction book carefully before using.
26675 JEX-450A IB 23/6/08 11:59 AM Page 3 REPACKING INSTRUCTIONS 1. Place filter basket/shredder disc inside of filter bowl. 2. Place filter bowl and juice cover onto motor housing. Lock juice cover into place by turning left to right. 3. Insert motor housing, top cover and pulp container into Styrofoam ®...
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10. Do not operate any electrical appliance with a damaged cord or plug or after the appliance has malfunctioned or been damaged in any manner. If damaged, immediately stop use and call Cuisinart Customer Service at 1800 808 971 (AUST) or 0800 435 000 (NZ) for examination, adjustment or repair.
26675 JEX-450A IB 23/6/08 11:59 AM Page 5 17. To protect against risk of electrical shock do not put motor, unit housing and power cord in water or other liquid. 18. Unplug from outlet when not in use, before putting on or taking off parts, and before cleaning.
Nutritional authorities claim that raw juice is food in one of its most easily digestible forms. Be sure to use your Cuisinart Juicer daily, or as often as you can manage, in the manner recommended in this instruction manual.
26675 JEX-450A IB 23/6/08 11:59 AM Page 8 Assembling Your Cuisinart Juicer NOTE: The juice extractor will not operate until the pulp container is locked into position. To assemble this unit the following steps must be followed in the order given.
Place the juice collector cup provided under the spout of the filter bowl. Disassembling Your Cuisinart Juicer Step 1 Turn the Cuisinart Juicer toggle switch to the off position. Remove the plug from the power outlet. Step 2 Remove juice cup.
26675 JEX-450A IB 23/6/08 11:59 AM Page 10 Step 6 To remove the stainless steel filter basket, lift up from juicer bowl. Caution: Sharp blades OPERATION Note: The juice extractor will not operate until the pulp container is locked into position. See page 8.
26675 JEX-450A IB 23/6/08 11:59 AM Page 11 Step 5 Juice will flow into the juice collector cup and the separated pulp will accumulate in the pulp container. Note: The pulp container can be emptied during juicing by turning the juice extractor to the off position, then carefully removing the pulp container.
Rinse with clean water. Allow parts to air dry. Or, place removable parts on top shelf only of dishwasher. Note: Froth/foam attachment is not dishwasher-safe and must be washed by hand. Cuisinart juice cover, filter bowl, pulp container, filter basket and juice container are dishwasher safe (top shelf only).
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26675 JEX-450A IB 23/6/08 11:59 AM Page 13 POSSIBLE PROBLEM SOLUTION Make sure unit is plugged into proper power supply source. Make sure all parts are in the proper Machine will not work working position. Press the red reset when switched on button on bottom of unit.
26675 JEX-450A IB 23/6/08 11:59 AM Page 14 Discolouration of the plastic may occur with strongly coloured fruit and vegetables. To help prevent this, wash parts immediately after use. If discolouration does occur the plastic parts can be soaked in bleach and water. Using 1 tablespoon of bleach to 1 litre of water, soak plastic parts for a maximum of 5 minutes, then rinse thoroughly.
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26675 JEX-450A IB 23/6/08 11:59 AM Page 15 One tip is to wash all vegetables immediately after purchasing and store in the refrigerator. This way they are ready to juice at any time. Fresh juices should be consumed immediately. They lose nutrients as they sit.
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26675 JEX-450A IB 23/6/08 11:59 AM Page 16 It is also possible to make a healthier, fresher version of your favourite cocktail with fresh juices. For a fresh mimosa, juice two peeled oranges and add about 30 ml to five champagne glasses.
26675 JEX-450A IB 23/6/08 11:59 AM Page 17 Vegetables and their Vitamin and Mineral Content High in vitamins A, B-1 (thiamine), C, Asparagus choline, folic acid; high in the mineral potassium High in vitamins A, C, and chlorophyll Beets and...
26675 JEX-450A IB 23/6/08 11:59 AM Page 18 Fruits and their Vitamin and Mineral Content Contain vitamins A, B-1, B-2, B-6, biotin, folic acid, pantothenic acid. High in chlorine, copper, iron, Apples magnesium, manganese, phosphorous, potassium, silicon, sodium, sulfur Contain vitamins A, C, B-1, B-2, folic acid, niacin...
26675 JEX-450A IB 23/6/08 11:59 AM Page 19 RECIPES Although the juice drinks contained in this booklet were developed with flavour, texture and aroma at the forefront, the health benefits certainly add to the pleasurable taste experience. For further information on the consumption of...
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26675 JEX-450A IB 23/6/08 11:59 AM Page 20 shake. Serve immediately. Nutritional information per 180 ml serving: Calories 262 (8% from fat) • carb. 38g • pro. 15g • fat 2g • sat. fat 0g • chol. 0mg • sod. 4mg • calc. 356mg • fibre 7g Notable nutrients: Vitamin A 6171 IU •...
26675 JEX-450A IB 23/6/08 11:59 AM Page 21 celery stalks carrots Put the spinach and cucumber through the Juicer on low speed. Turn machine to high and juice the beet, celery, and carrots. Serve immediately. Nutritional information per 420 ml serving: Calories 91 (6% from fat) •...
26675 JEX-450A IB 23/6/08 11:59 AM Page 22 ⁄ bunch parsley handfuls fresh spinach medium cucumber (peeled if waxy) celery stalks 5 cm piece ginger Put kale, parsley, spinach, and cucumber through the Juicer on low speed. Turn machine on high and juice the celery and ginger.
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26675 JEX-450A IB 23/6/08 11:59 AM Page 23 3 cm piece ginger carrots Put all ingredients through the Juicer in order listed on high speed. Serve immediately. Nutritional information per 180 ml serving: Calories 205 (4% from fat) • carb. 49g • pro. 4g • fat 1g • sat. fat 0g •...
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26675 JEX-450A IB 23/6/08 11:59 AM Page 24 handful fresh mint (optional) Put all ingredients as listed through the Juicer on low speed. Serve immediately. Nutritional information per 240 ml serving: Calories 113 (4% from fat) • carb. 29g • pro. 2g • fat 1g • sat. fat 0g •...
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26675 JEX-450A IB 23/6/08 11:59 AM Page 25 Place apple and ginger through the Juicer on high speed. Pour ⁄ cup of juice into 2 glasses. Top each with ⁄ cup of seltzer. Serve immediately. For an adult beverage: add 30 ml of dark rum to drink for a “natural”...
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Page 26 WARRANTY LIMITED THREE-YEAR WARRANTY This warranty is available to consumers only. You are a consumer if you own a Cuisinart ® Juice Extractor that was purchased at retail for personal, family or household use. Except as otherwise required under applicable law, this warranty is not available to retailers or other commercial purchasers or owners.
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This warranty expressly excludes any defects or damages caused by accessories, replacement parts, or repair service other than those that have been authorised by Cuisinart. This warranty does not cover any damage caused by accident, misuse, shipment or other ordinary household use.
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11:59 AM Page 28 BEFORE RETURNING YOUR CUISINART ® PRODUCT If you are experiencing problems with your Cuisinart ® product, we suggest that you call our Cuisinart ® Service Center at 1800 808 971 (AUST) 0800 435 000 (NZ) before returning the product serviced.
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