GE 840095800 - Manual (Page 5)

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Caring and 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
outlet.
2. Unlock safety latches. Remove
cover. Remove cutter/strainer and
pulp bowl. 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, and
pulp bowl, in hot, soapy water. Rinse,
dry, and reassemble for storage. The
juice spout is designed for easy
removal and reassembly if needed.
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 and 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 a strainer, layers of cheese-
cloth 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.
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