Reassemble and continue juicing. How to Assemble & Use Read and follow instructions in “Before First Use.” 1. Place separator on top of base as shown on page 3. Place pulp bowl in separator. 2. Place cutter/strainer into pulp bowl and gently push until firmly in place. Once in place, the cutter/strainer should spin easily. 3. Place cover on top of pulp bowl aligning arrows on front. 4. Position the top of both safety latches in place, then push in at bottom to lock. Lock both sides. DO NOT OPERATE UNIT UNTIL SAFETY LATCHES ARE LOCKED. 5. Place a container in position under the juice spout. NOTE: Check the pulp bowl frequently. It is important to empty the pulp bowl when full and to clean out the separator. 6. Cut food into pieces to fit the food chute. See “Tips & Techniques.” 7. Plug cord into outlet. 8. Be sure juice container is in place. Push switch to turn on. The unit will not turn on until safety latches have been closed. 9. Place food in the food chute and press lightly with food pusher. Never use fingers or utensils other than the food pusher as a food pusher. Food should be placed in food chute only when unit is operating. Food can be continuously placed in food chute until pulp bowl is full without having to turn unit off . NOTE: For best results, empty the pulp bowl before it is completely full. 10. When pulp bowl is full, turn unit off. It is very important to empty the pulp bowl when full. For best performance, empty pulp bowl and clean cutter/ strainer and separator often. 11. When juicing is completed, or when pulp bowl or juice container need to be emptied, turn unit off and unplug from outlet. Immediately wash cutter/strainer according to instructions. Caring & Cleaning To prolong the life of the juice extractor, it is recommended that all washable parts be washed immediately after each use. The cutter/strainer is a very delicate screen not covered under the warranty. Do not wash in an automatic dishwasher. If bent or damaged, do not use, as it could break into small pieces and cause personal injury and/or damage the appliance. Call the toll-free customer service number to order a new cutter/strainer. Replace cutter/strainer when it shows signs of wear. 1. Turn OFF and unplug from electrical 2. Unlock safety latches. Remove outlet. cover. Remove cutter/strainer, pulp bowl and separator. Do not let food dry and harden on the cutter/strainer. For hard to remove particles, use a plastic bristle brush or toothbrush. 3. USE CAUTION: The cutter/strainer teeth are sharp. Handle carefully. Wash the cutter/strainer in hot, soapy water. Rinse then let dry. DO NOT WASH the cutter/strainer in the dishwasher. 4. Wash the food pusher, cover, separator, and pulp bowl, in hot, soapy water. Rinse, dry, and reassemble for storage. The cover, separator, and pulp bowl may also be washed in the top rack of dishwasher. The food pusher is not dishwasher safe. 5. Some foods may stain plastic parts. Make a paste of baking soda and water and rub on stained area with a damp cloth. Rinse and dry. NOTE: Carrots will stain the unit permanently. 6. Wipe outside of base with a damp cloth. Never immerse base in water. Juicing Tips & Techniques Wash fruits and vegetables thoroughly. Remove pits, stones, and large seeds from apricots, cherries, peaches, plums, etc. Peel thick-skinned fruits and vegetables such as oranges, lemons, grapefruit, tangerines, watermelons, pineapples and winter squash. • Leafy vegetables, such as spinach, should be processed in batches no larger than 2 pounds. Stop the unit and clean between batches to avoid clogging the cutter/strainer and pulp bowl. • Juicing avocados or bananas produces a puree rather than a juice. • Form leafy vegetables into compact balls or rolls before inserting into food chute. • One pound of raw produce usually yields one cup (8 ounces) of juice. • When working with large quantities of fruits and vegetables, be sure to stop unit to empty pulp bowl as it begins to fill. The cutter/strainer should also be cleaned regularly, as the extraction will decrease considerably if it becomes clogged. • If you desire a clear juice, filter juice through layers of cheesecloth or a coffee filter. This will also remove any foam which results during juicing. • To keep juices from discoloring during storage, add a few teaspoons of lemon juice or ascorbic acid powder. • Serve juices immediately, as the flavor and nutrient content decreases rapidly when juices are stored. If it is necessary to juice fruits and vegetables some time before serving, cover container tightly and refrigerate. Do not store for more than 24 hours. • The flavor, color, and consistency of freshly juiced fruits will be different from canned juices. • Substitute fruit or vegetable juices for stock or water in cooking. • Some pulp remaining in juice is normal. It increases the juice’s flavor and nutritional value. • Potato juice can be used in place of cornstarch or flour as a thickening agent in gravies and soups. • Vege...