Kuchef JT-2013B User manual
N13275
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
Slow Juicer
Model Number JT-2013B
IM Version No: V1.2 Issue Date: 01 July 2015
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Welcome
Congratulations on choosing to buy a Kuchef®product.
All products brought to you by Kuchef®are manufactured to the highest
standards of performance and safety and, as part of our philosophy of
customer service and satisfaction, are backed by our comprehensive
3 Year Warranty.
We hope you will enjoy using your purchase for many years to come.
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Contents
02 Welcome
04 Warranty Details
05 General Safety Instructions
08 Product Overview
09 Getting Started
12 Instructions
15 FAQs and Troubleshooting Guide
16 Other Useful Information
19 Recipes
23 Repair and Refurbished Goods or Parts Notice
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Slow Juicer
Warranty Details
The product is guaranteed to be free from defects in workmanship and parts
for a period of 36 months from the date of purchase. Defects that occur
within this warranty period, under normal use and care, will be repaired,
replaced or refunded at our discretion, solely at our option with no charge for
parts and labour. The benefits conferred by this warranty are in addition
to all rights and remedies in respect of the product that the consumer
has under the Competition and Consumer Act 2010 and similar state and
territory laws.
Our goods come with guarantees that cannot be excluded under the
Australian Consumer Law. You are entitled to a replacement or refund for
a major failure and to compensation for any other reasonably foreseeable
loss or damage. You are also entitled to have the goods repaired or
replaced if the goods fail to be of acceptable quality and the failure does
not amount to a major failure.
YEAR WARRANTY
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General Safety Instructions
Read this manual thoroughly before first use, even if you are familiar with this
type of product. The safety precautions enclosed herein reduce the risk of fire,
electric shock and injury when correctly adhered to.
Signal word definitions
DANGER! This term indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, will result in death or serious injury. Usage of this signal
word is limited to the most extreme situations.
WARNING! This term indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION! This term indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, may result in minor/moderate injury or product/property
damage. It also alerts against unsafe practices.
Keep the manual in a safe place for future reference, along with the completed
warranty card, purchase receipt and carton. If applicable, pass these instructions
on to the next owner of the appliance. Always follow basic safety precautions
and accident prevention measures when using an electrical appliance,
including those listed below and on the following pages.
WARNING! To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or serious personal injury:
• Unplug: Always ensure the product is unplugged from the electrical outlet when
not in use and before relocating, assembling, disassembling, or cleaning it.
• Children: Keep the product out of the reach of children and pets. This product
is not intended for use by children.
• Unattended: Do not leave the product unattended while it is in use, especially
when children are present. Always unplug the product from the electrical outlet
when it is not in use.
• Water: Never place the motor base in water or expose it to water or other liquid.
• Heat: Keep the appliance and cord away from heated surfaces and heat sources.
• Attachments: Do not use attachments that are not recommended in this
manual. Switch off the appliance and disconnect from the power supply before
changing accessories or approaching parts that move in use.
• Moving parts: Do not attempt to touch moving parts while the product is in
use. Keep hands and utensils away from the moving parts during use.
• Moisture: Do not plug/unplug the product into/from the electrical outlet with a
wet hand. Do not operate or store the unit in a wet environment.
• Disconnect: To disconnect the product from an electrical outlet, pull directly on
the plug; do not pull on the power cord.
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General Safety Instructions (Cont.)
• Cover: Always operate the product with the lid in place.
• Power cord: Do not put any stress on the power cord where it connects to the
product, as the power cord could fray and break. Protect the cord from sharp
edges and heat. Do not allow the power cord to hang over the edge of a table
or benchtop, where it may be tripped over or pulled.
• Safe handling: Keep hands and utensils out of the container while juicing.
• Damage: Do not operate the product if it has a damaged or cut power cord or
plug, if wires are exposed, if it malfunctions, or if it is dropped or damaged.
• Disassembly: Do not attempt to disassemble the base or access the motor
housing.
• Service: This product has no user-serviceable parts. Do not attempt to
examine or repair this product yourself. Only qualified service personnel should
perform any servicing. In case of damage, contact our after sales support line
for advice on inspection, repair or return of the damaged product.
CAUTION! To reduce the risk of personal injury or product/property damage:
• Domestic use only: This appliance is intended for private household use only.
It is not suitable for commercial or industrial use.
• Intended purpose: Do not use the product outdoors or for anything other than
its intended purpose (processing foods for human consumption), and only use
it as described in this manual.
• Usage restriction: The appliance is not intended for use by persons (including
children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of expe-
rience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction
concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
• Children: Young children should be supervised to ensure they do not play with
the appliance. Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by
or near children.
• Work environment: Always operate the product on a flat, stable surface.
Do not place the appliance on or near a hot surface. Do not use it in dusty
conditions. Do not expose it to strong magnets or strong electric currents.
• Motor housing: Do not attempt to open any part of the motor housing.
• Liability: We assume no liability for any eventual damages caused by misuse
of the product or noncompliance with these instructions.
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General Safety Instructions (Cont.)
Electrical safety
• Voltage: Ensure the voltage stated on the appliance corresponds to the
voltage in your home before plugging in the power cord. Incorrect voltage can
cause damage or injury.
• Damaged cord: If the mains cord is damaged, it must be replaced by an
authorised service centre or by similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a
hazard. Contact our after sales support line for advice.
• No extension cord: Avoid the use of an extension cord because the extension
cord may overheat increasing the risk of fire.
• Assembly: Make sure all parts are correctly assembled before you switch on
the appliance.
• Abnormal operation: If you experience any abnormal sound, smell or over-
heating while using the slow juicer, immediately cease operation and unplug
the power cord and contact our after sales support centre for assistance.
CAUTION! Important product-specific instructions
• Strainer/rotating sieve: Check strainer before each use. In the event of any
cracks or damage, contact our after sales support centre for advice. Do not use
the appliance if the rotating sieve or the protecting cover is damaged or has
visible cracks.
• Do not force feed: Do not force foods through the auger. If food material
prevents auger rotation, stop the appliance immediately to avoid damage.
Unplug it and open the lid to remove the obstruction before resuming operation.
• Clogging: If clogging occurs, immediately cease operation of the motor.
Reverse the motor to release the blockage. Unplug the power cord and clear
the blockage before resuming operation.
• Plunger: Only use the supplied plunger to gently feed food into the feed chute.
Do not place your hands or fingers inside the slow juicer while in operation.
• Food size: To prevent clogging the mechanism, ensure all ingredients are cut
into small pieces and any cores and stones are removed before juicing.
• Hard foods: Hard ingredients such as carrots should not exceed 1.5cm in width.
• Fibrous ingredients: Fibrous ingredients such as celery should not exceed 3cm
in length to avoid blocking the pulp spout.
• Feeding speed: Ensure sufficient time between ingredients being fed into the
juicer to prevent blockage. This will vary depending on the ingredient.
• Maximum operating time: Do not operate the appliance for more than
30 minutes continuously and let it cool down sufficiently afterwards.
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Product Overview
Scope of delivery
A Slow Juicer
1 Plunger
2 Lid
3 Feed Chute
4 Pulp Spout
5 Pulp Container
6 Juice Jug
7 Motor Base
8 On/Off Switch
9 Juice Spout with Cover
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2
3
4
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7
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10
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10 Auger
11 Juice Strainer
12 Rotating Basket
13 Bowl
B Accessories
14 Frozen Dessert Attachment
15 Cleaning Brush
C Documentation (not shown):
Instruction manual and Quick start guide
Instructional DVD
Warranty card
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Getting Started
Before First Use
• This product has been packaged to protect it against transportation damage.
Unpack the appliance and keep the original packaging carton and materials
in a safe place. It will help prevent any damage if the product needs to be
transported in the future, and you can use it to store the appliance when it
is not in use. In the event the carton is to be disposed of, please recycle all
packaging materials where possible.
• Plastic wrapping can be a suffocation hazard for babies and young children, so
ensure all packaging materials are out of their reach and disposed of safely.
• Inspect all parts of the appliance for visual damage. Unwind the power cord
to its full length and inspect the cord and plug for damage. Do not use the
appliance if the appliance or its cord have been damaged or are not working
properly. In case of damage, contact our after sales support line for advice.
• Make sure you have read and understood all instructions and warnings in
this manual. Refer to the Product Overview, opposite, to familiarise yourself
with the product and identify all parts. Pay particular attention to the safety
instructions on the previous pages.
• Before first use, disassemble the slow juicer to wash the parts:
1. Lift the auger out of the strainer.
2. Rotate the strainer and rotating basket slightly until you can lift it out.
3. Grip the bowl with both hands and gently pull it off the motor base.
Wash all parts that come into contact with food with a soft cloth or sponge
in warm water and mild detergent to remove any dust from transport or the
manufacturing process. Rinse and dry thoroughly. Wipe the motor base with a
damp cloth.
• Reassemble the slow juicer following the instructions on the next page.
CAUTION!
Never immerse the motor base in water or other liquid for cleaning.
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Getting Started (Cont.)
Assembly
• Place the bowl on the base so that the black UP arrow on the housing is
aligned with the white DOWN arrow on the bowl. Press down gently to lock the
bowl firmly into place (Fig. 1).
• Place the orange rotating basket inside the bowl so it can rotate, then place
the strainer inside the bowl, twisting slightly so the red dot on the strainer
aligns with the red dot on the bowl. (Fig. 2).
Fig. 1
Fig. 3
Fig. 2
Fig. 4
• Place the auger inside the strainer. Press the auger down gently to ensure a
proper fit (Fig. 3).
• Place the lid on top of the bowl so the white dot on the rim aligns with the red
dot on the strainer. Turn it clockwise to lock in place, the two arrows will now
be aligned (Fig. 4).
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Getting Started (Cont.)
Fig. 5 Fig. 6
• Place the pulp container under the pulp extraction spout and the juice jug
under the juice spout (Fig. 5).
• Ensure all parts are securely in place before use (Fig. 6).
• Your new slow juicer is now ready for use.
Disassembly
To disassemble the slow juicer simply follow the above instructions in reverse
order.
• Turn the lid anticlockwise to unlock, then take it off the bowl.
• Lift the auger out of the strainer, you may have to turn it slightly if removing it is
difficult.
• Rotate the strainer and rotating basket slightly until you can lift it out.
• Grip the bowl with both hands and gently pull it off the motor base.
ON / OFF SWITCH
The slow juicer has three motor settings:
• ON: Push UP the switch to start juicing.
• OFF: Return the switch to [ O ] to stop juicing.
• REV: Push DOWN and HOLD the switch to
reverse the auger direction. Use this setting to
dislodge any clogged or blocked ingredients
from around the auger.
Fig. 7
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Instructions
Using the Slow Juicer
Your new slow juicer is very easy to use and will produce nutritious, tasty juice.
Preparing Fruit and Vegetables
• Fruit and vegetables to be juiced in the slow juicer should be washed thoroughly.
• Ingredients should be cut into chunks that will fit easily through the chute.
Pieces of fibrous or hard ingredients such as celery or carrots should not
exceed around 3cm in length and 1.5cm in width. Chunks of softer ingredients
should not exceed 8cm x 1.5cm.
• Stones, seeds and cores should be removed before juicing.
• Fruit with hard or inedible skin, such as pineapple, bananas, oranges or
grapefruit, should be peeled; softer skins on carrots, apples, kiwi fruit, limes,
cucumbers etc. may be left on.
Juicing Fruit and Vegetables
• Assemble the slow juicer as described on the previous pages.
• Make sure you have both containers properly in place: the pulp container
under the pulp spout and the juice jug, or a glass, underneath the juice spout.
• Connect the power cord to a power outlet and switch on the outlet.
• Push up the switch to start operation (see Fig. 7, page 11).
• Slowly feed your ingredients into the feed chute. The auger will pull most
ingredients into the system and begin juicing while the rotating basket mixes
the juice together.
• The juice will start flowing into the bowl almost immediately, and into the juice
container or glass, if the spout is left open.
• The pulp will be expelled through the pulp spout.
• Use the plunger to gently guide the fruit or vegetable pieces down the chute.
Do not force them down the chute! If ingredients do not fit through the
chute, cut them into smaller pieces.
• Once you have juiced all your ingredients, switch off the juicer.
• Unless you had the juice spout open during juicing, carefully lift the cover off
the spout so the juice can flow into the juice jug.
• Enjoy your freshly squeezed juice!
TIP
To maximise your juice yield, run the pulp through the system again.
For a thinner juice consistency, run the extracted juice through the system again.
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Instructions (Cont.)
Mixing or Switching Ingredients
Single ingredient
If juicing a single ingredient (for example, apples for apple juice) you may leave
the juice spout open so the juice flows straight into the juice jug, or into a glass
placed underneath the spout.
Mixing ingredients
If juicing a variety of different fruit or vegetables for a mixed juice, the juice spout
should be closed so the juice gets well mixed inside the bowl.
Switching ingredients
If you want to switch from one ingredient to another without having to
disassemble and clean the appliance, simply place an empty container
underneath the spout, pour a little warm water through the feed chute and run
the unit briefly to help clean out any pulp or residue. This is obviously not an
alternative to proper cleaning of the unit, which should be done after each use.
It's just a quick and easy self-clean system to help you keep juicing.
MAXIMUM OPERATING TIME
Do not operate the appliance for more than 30 minutes continuously and let it
cool down sufficiently afterwards.
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Instructions (Cont.)
Making Frozen Fruit Desserts
The slow juicer comes with a frozen dessert attachment which will produce
delicious desserts from frozen fruit.
• Prepare your fruit for use. Remove any peels, skins, stems and hard seeds
and cut into manageable pieces before freezing.
• Place prepared fruit in the freezer overnight.
• Take the frozen fruit pieces out of the freezer 8–10 minutes before you want to
make the dessert so they can start to thaw.
• Assemble the slow juicer but substitute the frozen dessert attachment for the
juice strainer and rotating basket. (The strainer and basket are not needed to
make dessert.)
• Insert the auger inside the frozen
dessert attachment, as shown (Fig. 8).
• Place the pulp container, or a larger
bowl, underneath the pulp spout and
close the juice spout cover.
• Feed frozen fruits slowly through the
feed chute. The frozen fruit pieces
will be fed through the auger and
come out of the pulp spout as frozen
dessert.
TIP
If using a more than one frozen fruit, mix up the pieces when feeding them
through the chute so the dessert is well mixed when it comes out of the spout.
Alternatively, mix up the dessert with a whisk in a bowl before serving.
Fig. 8
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FAQs and Troubleshooting Guide
If you experience problems with your slow juicer, or it fails to perform according
to your expectations, check in the table below for solutions to common
problems. If you still cannot solve the problem, please contact our after sales
support centre for advice on examination or repair.
Problem Solution
My juicer
won’t turn on.
• Check and ensure that the power outlet is turned on, and that
the outlet is in working order.
• Check the lid is locked into position and the arrows align.
The auger will
not turn.
• Check and ensure that the power outlet is turned on, and that
the outlet is in working order.
• Check that there are no blockages, unplug from the power
outlet before disassembly.
• Run the appliance in reverse for 3 seconds to clear a blockage.
There is a
blockage.
• Run the appliance in reverse for 3 seconds to clear a blockage
• Unplug the power cord and remove any large food chunks
from around the auger. Use the small hook on the cleaning
brush to remove pulp from the chute.
The auger
gets stuck
when juicing
certain foods.
Ensure you have cut the ingredients into chunks of manageable
size. Pieces of fibrous or hard ingredients such as celery or
carrots should not exceed around 3cm in length. Chunks of
softer ingredients should not exceed 8cm x 1.5cm.
The plastic
juice jug or
pulp container
is stained.
Carotenoids present in many vegetables, especially in carrots,
can stain the plastic components of the juicer. To help remove
such stains, try any of the following cleaning solutions.
• Biodegradable soap dissolved in warm water
• 1 part warm water, 1 part cider vinegar
• Baking soda dissolved in warm water
I cannot
remove the
auger.
If you cannot pull out the auger, reassemble the lid and turn
the juicer back on. Then operate the juicer in reverse for a few
seconds and try again.
The lid won’t
fit.
• Ensure all parts are properly assembled and locked in place,
and the auger is pushed all the way down.
• Check and ensure the silicone pad at the underside of the
bowl is pushed in its slot.
The juicer
stopped
operating.
The overload protection may have activated if the appliance
was overloaded. Switch off, unplug and let the appliance rest for
about 10–20 minutes before restarting it.
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Other Useful Information
Cleaning and Care
Fig. 9
CAUTION!
• Always switch off and unplug the appliance before cleaning and maintenance.
• Never immerse the motor base in water or other liquid for cleaning.
• Do not use abrasive cleaning agents, scouring pads, acetone or alcohol-
based cleaners as they will affect the plastic and steel surfaces.
To ensure your slow juicer remains in good working condition and continues
to produce great tasting juice, it is important that you clean all parts of the
appliance as soon as possible after each use. Allowing juice residues and pulp to
dry onto surfaces will make cleaning more difficult and time-consuming.
• Make sure the unit is switched off and disconnected from the power outlet.
• Turn the lid anticlockwise to unlock, then take it off the bowl.
• Lift the auger out of the strainer, you may have to turn it slightly if removing it
is difficult. If you still cannot move the auger, replace the lid and plug the unit
back in. Operate the unit in reverse for about 3 seconds, then unplug again
and restart the disassembly steps.
• Lift the strainer and rotating basket out of the bowl, you may have to rotate it
slightly.
• Grip the bowl with both hands and gently pull it off the motor base.
• Rinse and wash the parts thoroughly in warm, soapy water, using the supplied
cleaning brush. Rinse once more and leave to air dry.
• To remove pulp from the chute, use the little
hook on the cleaning brush. Open the orange
silicone pad on the underside of the bowl
(Fig. 9) and flush through with water.
• Wipe the motor base housing with a damp
cloth only.
• Make sure all components are dry before
reassembly.
Safety Feature
The slow juicer is equipped with an overload protection, which switches off the
motor if the appliance is overloaded. In such a case, switch off and unplug the
appliance and let it rest for about 10–20 minutes before restarting it.
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Other Useful Information (Cont.)
Technical Specifications
Model Number: JT-2013B
Voltage: 220-240VAC 50/60Hz
Power: 150W
Juicing Speed: 85 RPM
Weight: 4.4kg
Dimensions (mm): 455 (H) x 300 (L) x 280 (W)
Storage
Store the clean and dry appliance, and all its parts, in the original carton, which will
protect it from dust. Store it in a clean and dry place, unplugged from the power
supply and out of children's reach. Do not wrap the cord around the appliance
during storage.
Service and repair
The appliance has no user-serviceable parts contained within. Do not attempt
to repair, disassemble or modify the appliance. If the appliance requires repair or
service, contact our after sales support centre for advice.
Spare Parts
Our after sales support centre stocks the following spare parts for the JT-2013B
KUCHEF Slow Juicer. To purchase a part, call the centre on 1300 886 649 or email
• Bowl
• Cleaning brush
• Filter
• Juice jug
• Juice strainer
• Plunger
• Pulp container
Compliance
This product complies with the following standards:
• AS/NZS 60335.1:2011+A1:2012 and AS/NZS 60335.2.14:2013 for electrical
safety
• EN 55014-1:2006/A2:2011, EN 55014-2:1997/A2:2008 for electromagnetic
compatibility
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Other Useful Information (Cont.)
Responsible Disposal
At the end of its working life, do not throw this appliance out with your household
rubbish. Electrical and electronic products contain substances that can have
a detrimental effect on the environment and human health if disposed of
inappropriately. Observe any local regulations regarding the disposal of electrical
consumer goods and dispose of it appropriately for recycling. Contact your local
authorities for advice on recycling facilities in your area.
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Recipes
Orange Juice
• Peel oranges and cut into quarters or smaller chunks.
• Try combining oranges with other citrus fruit for a variation.
• Oranges are ideal for use in combined fruit and vegetable juices, adding a
sweet, fresh taste and, of course, lots of vitamin C.
Carrot Juice
• Slice carrots into 3cm lengths and around 1.5cm wide. There is no need to
peel them.
• Carrots are ideal for use in combined fruit and vegetable juices, adding an
aromatic sweetness, a vibrant colour and lots of vitamin A.
Celery Juice
• Cut stalks into 2–3cm lengths. Longer fibres can clog the pulp spout.
• To help prevent a build-up of fibrous pulp when juicing larger quantities
of celery, rinse out the juicer in between juicing by pouring a cup of water
through the system.
Apple Juice
• Cut apples into quarters or eighths, depending on size, and remove the
cores. There is no need to peel them.
• Apples are well paired with strawberries for a delicious juice. They are rich in
vitamins C and B and contain many other nutrients.
Single Ingredient Juice Suggestions
Prepare ingredients following the guide above. Then add them to the feed chute,
slowly, in the order they are listed. Serve immediately and enjoy.
Fruit and Vegetable Preparation
• Wash fruit and vegetables thoroughly before juicing.
• Cut ingredients into chunks that will fit easily through the chute. Pieces of
fibrous or hard ingredients such as celery or carrots should not exceed around
3cm in length. Chunks of softer ingredients should not exceed 8cm x 1.5cm.
• Remove stones, seeds and cores before juicing.
• Peel fruit with hard or inedible skin, such as pineapple, bananas or citrus fruit;
softer skins on carrots, apples, kiwi fruit, cucumbers etc. may be left on.
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Recipes (Cont.)
Mixed Berry Combo
1 punnet strawberries
1 punnet blueberries
½ cup raspberries
1 green apple, cored and cut in into chunks
Sunset
3 apples, cored and cut into chunks
1 nectarine, stone removed and cut into chunks
8 strawberries, hulled
Green Pineapple Dream
1 cup pineapple, peeled and cut into chunks
1 large green apple, cored and cut into chunks
½ lemon, quartered
8–10 mint leaves
Citrus Refresher
2 blood oranges, peeled and cut into chunks
1 mandarin, peeled and cut into chunks
1 yellow grapefruit, peeled and cut into chunks (or substitute with lemon or lime)
Pick Me Up
2 oranges, peeled and cut into chunks
3 carrots, cut into chunks
½ cucumber, cut into chunks
1 celery stalk, cut into 2–3cm length
Mixed Fruit and Vegetable Juice Suggestions
Try the suggestions below or start experimenting with your own combinations for
delicious, nutritious and refreshing juice.
Prepare ingredients following the guide on the previous page. Then add them to
the feed chute, slowly, in the order they are listed. Serve immediately and enjoy.
To vary the taste and spice up your juice combinations, try adding any of the
following spices: freshly grated ginger, ground cinnamon, freshly ground nutmeg,
pepper, cumin or celery seed. Alternatively, try adding some freshly picked herbs
such as mint or lemon balm.
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