Vitality 4 Life Oscar Neo DA 1000 Quick guide

Oscar Neo DA 1000
Cold Press Juicer
USER MANUAL AND RECIPE BOOK

Dear Customer,
Congratulations! You are now the proud
owner of the Oscar Neo DA 1000 Juicer &
Living Food Processor.
Please read this manual carefully before you
begin using your cold press juice extractor
and living food processor. It has important
tips and instructions so you can utilise the
Oscar Neo DA 1000 to its full potential.
You have made the right choice!
The use of a cold pressing juicer results in
the extraction of a ‘complete’ juice. This
means that essential fibres are properly
pulverised and the vital elements can be
released into the liquid.
When extracted, the raw juices are readily
and quickly assimilated by the body and
regenerate with surprisingly rapid results.
The gentle, slow-turning action of a cold
press juicer produces a greater quantity of
juice, which retains more vitamins, minerals,
enzymes, phytonutrients and fibre than
high-speed centrifugal juicers which heat
up the juice, allow air to enter and therefore
cause damage to some of the perishable
nutrients.
With the Oscar Neo DA 1000 Juicer & Living
Food Processor you get:
• more juice
• less pulp
• more vitamins, minerals and enzymes
• longer lasting juices.
‘Living Food Kitchen’ products feature
patented technology for less pulp and more
juice and are made with the highest quality
components.
• Oscar juicers feature a patented stone mill-
like screw, made of hygienic FDA approved
polycarbonate and contain NO dangerous
toxic chemicals in their plastics such as
Bisphenol A.
• Oscar juicers’ slow speed ensures full taste
and nutrition. Nothing is lost through
heated elements in your juicer.
• Oscar juicers are easy to assemble and
dismantle for quick cleaning.
• Oscar juicers assure many years of trouble-
free and dependable service.
• Oscar juicers come with a 20 year warranty
on the motor and 10 year warranty on all
parts and labour.
The Oscar Neo 1000 features a patented 3
step auger for less pulp and more juice plus
a sleek new juicing screen with smaller holes
and a silicone seal to prevent juice escaping
with the pulp.
The result is a less pulpy juice and a higher
yield than its counterparts, plus longer
juicing life and less cleaning up time.
Two decades ago, our company’s founder,
Roger Akins began designing and
distributing quality living juice extractors for
the Australian market.
During the early years, Vitality 4 Life
developed the concept of living juice
extractors in association with such
organisations as the Hippocrates Institute in
Florida, USA.
Since this time, consumer awareness has
developed significantly; a tiny alternative
niche has now become mainstream.
Vitality 4 Life has pioneered the introduction
of cold-pressed juice extractors to the
Western World and now exports all over the
world.
We are encouraged that our Vitality 4 Life
‘Approved Product’ range is regarded as the
finest in the world.
Our selection criteria remain simple;
The product must offer the customer
superior value and quality, deliver genuine
health benefits and be made in a way
that recognises the scarcity of our planets
resources.
During the past two decades we have never
forgotten why we started Vitality 4 Life and
our belief in the healing power of living
food, living juice, pure water, fresh air and
sunshine.
Additional information on our products is
available at www.vitality4life.com
Sincerest regards,
The Vitality 4 Life team
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS AND INSTRUCTIONS 4
GETTING STARTED 5
SPECIFICATIONS 6
PARTS AND ACCESSORIES 7
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS 8
USING YOUR OSCAR NEO DA 1000 JUICER 10
TROUBLESHOOTING 11
HANDY HINTS 12
BOTTLED VS COLD PRESSED JUICE 14
COLD PRESS JUICE RECIPES 15
Fruit and Vegetables 16
Soups and Dips 21
Nut Butters 23
Pasta and Noodles 25
Sweet Treats 26
Bean, Rice and Nut Milks 27
WARRANTY 28
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Contents

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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS AND INSTRUCTIONS
1. Read all instructions.
2. To protect against risk of electrical shock, do not put the
body (motor) in any water or other liquid .
3. Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is
used by children.
4. Unplug from electrical outlet when not in use and before
disassembly for cleaning.
5. Avoid contact with moving parts.
6. Do not operate appliance with a damaged cord or plug.
7. The use of attachments not recommended or sold by the
manufacturer may cause damage and will void warranty.
8. Do not let cord hang over edge of counter.
9. Always make sure juicer locking clip is closed while juicer
is in operation.
10. Make sure the motor has stopped completely before
dissembling.
11. Do not put your fingers or other objects into the juicer
while it is in operation. If food becomes lodged in the
opening, use the provided food plunger to push it down
or press the button into reverse mode. If ingredients are
still lodged in the juicing drum, turn off and disassemble
to remove remaining food. You may need to cut produce
smaller, or feed ingredients slower into the chute to
prevent this.

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Fruit juice extractor
The Oscar Neo DA 1000 Cold Press Juicer / Food Processor efficiently juices soft and
hard fruits including citrus fruits, usually one of the hardest fruits to juice.
Vegetable juice extractor
The Oscar Neo DA 1000 Cold Press Juicer / Food Processor juices all kinds
of vegetables, including celery, carrots, peppers, radishes, cabbage without
destroying the natural flavour and nutrition. Fresh taste and full nutrition is
guaranteed with this unique extraction process.
Leafy greens and grass juicer
The Oscar Neo DA 1000 Cold Press Juicer / Food Processor can juice wheatgrass,
aloe leaves, kale, spinach, silverbeet, parsley and other herbs. Enjoy the best that
nature offers in raw foods of all kinds and juice them for full nutritional benefits.
Mincer/chopper functions
The Oscar Neo DA 1000 Cold Press Juicer / Food Processor chops and minces,
providing natural flavour and nutrition from garlic, tumeric, ginger, radish and
many other foods, including herbs and seasonings.
Make fruit sorbets simply by pouring frozen portions of fruit through the Oscar
Neo 1000 using the mincing screen, or make a creamier treat by adding frozen
yoghurt.
Soft foods for babies and special diets during convalescence are quick and easy
to prepare using the mincing screen.
Pasta and Noodle Extruder
The Oscar Neo DA 1000 Press Juicer / Food Processor can extrude pasta and
noodles in just minutes with the handy pasta nozzles. See the instructions on
page 23 and the recipe section for more information.
Getting Started

OSACR NEO 1000 SPECIFICATIONS
Dimensions L 38cm x W 18cm x H 33cm
Materials BPA FREE Ultem Tough polycarbonate
Motor Single-phase induction
Warranty 20 years on motor, 10 years on parts
Extra features • Horizontal juicing
• Pulp adjustment nozzle
• Sleek European design
• Large pasta attachments for better results
The
Oscar Neo 1000
helps you:
• Juice fruits and vegetables
• Juice leafy greens and grasses
• Mince herbs and seasonings
• Process pasta, noodles
and bread sticks
• Make baby foods
and sorbets
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Parts and Accessories
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Connect drum with main body
by turning locking clip clockwise.
Place hopper into guide.
For mincing function
For juicing function
1. Place the auger into the drum.
2. Insert the mincing strainer (over the auger)
into the drum.
3. Place the drum cap onto the drum end and turn
it counter clockwise until it sits firmly in place.
4. Choose desired nozzle.
1. Place the auger into the drum.
2. Insert the juicing strainer (over the
auger) and into the drum.
3. Place the drum cap onto the drum
end and turn it counter clockwise
unit it sits firmly in place.
4. Attach the Pulp Ejection Cover to
the drum end cap.
Note: The pulp ejection
cover is numbered from 0
- 5, with 5 being the firmest position.
For harder and fibrous produce, such
as carrots and celery, set the position
to high (i.e. 4 or 5), and for softer,
pulpier produce, wide the knob out
to allow more room for the juicer to
extract the juice.
Assembly Instructions

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For pasta, noodles and bread
Note: Sprinkle a small
amount of flour on a
collection tray and cut
pasta / noodle lengths
with scissors as it is
extruded.
Place juice bowl and pulp bowl under drum. Plug
power cord into wall outlet. Press the ON button.
Place a few pieces of cut fruit or vegetables, one at
a time into the guide. Use the tamper to press the
fruit or vegetables gently down the guide. Leave the
machine on as you feed the fruits/vegetables.
DO NOT place any metal objects into the hopper. If the
drum is clogged or the machine stops operating, press the
reverse button 2 to 3 times and press the ON button again
to resume normal operation.
Switch the juicer OFF before changing accessories
or touching any moving parts. Remove the drum
from the main body by turning the locking clip
counter clockwise. Pull the auger forward to
dissemble it from the drum set. Wash all parts in
warm soapy water.
DO NOT place parts or accessories in your dishwasher.
DO NOT immerse the motor in water. Clean with a damp
cloth.
1. Open the drum cap.
2. Replace the juicing strainer with the mincing
strainer.
3. Attach the desired nozzle onto the drum cap.
4. Turn the drum cap counter clockwise until it
sits firmly in place.
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1. While the Oscar Neo 1000 Cold Press Juicer / Food Processor can extract juice
from unpeeled fruits and vegetables we recommend you thoroughly wash
and peel your fresh ingredients to remove accumulated chemicals.
2. Cut fruit or vegetables into small pieces (5cm wide) so that juice may be
extracted thoroughly.
3. Turn on the machine, place ingredients into hopper one piece at a time and
gently push through with the tamper.
4. For maximum efficiency, the drum cap should be firmly screwed on (position
5) for hard, fibrous ingredients such as carrots and beetroot and wound out for
softer ingredients such as citrus. The quality of produce will also affect
juice yield.
5. After placing the last pieces of fruits or vegetables into the hopper, keep
the machine running for a few seconds longer to ensure the machine has
extracted the last drops of juice.
6. Switch off the machine.
7. Clean juicing head after each use.
8. DO NOT run the machine for more than 30 minutes at a time.
Wash the auger and parts
in warm, soapy water
in your kitchen sink and
rinse well.
CLEANING
Using your Oscar Neo
1000 Juicer

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Troubleshooting
Themotorsounds
noisy, what shall
I do?
If the juicer starts to vibrate slightly during
operation, turn off the machine and empty
the drum set. Re-assemble and resume
normal operation.
If your machine is making a loud noise, take
all the extra parts off the machine and run
the motor alone. If it is still making a loud
noise then contact your distributor.
If the motor is not making a noise, check
that all parts and seals are clean, as residue
may create a noise.
Check the kind of produce you are using,
as some kinds of produce are noisier
than others, for instance, if your produce
is particularly hard or has been frozen or
refrigerated.
What shall I do
if I’ve lost the
original tamper?
Call your distributor and order a new part. It
is very important to use the correct plunger/
tamper for the machine as they are made to
fit each juicer precisely.
Using any other type of plunger / pusher or
tamper will void warranty as the length and
width of the BioChef tamper is specific to
this machine.

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While the Oscar Neo 1000 Cold Press
Juicer can extract juice from most
unpeeled fruits and vegetables, we
recommend thorough washing,
scrubbing and/or peeling fresh
ingredients to remove accumulated
chemicals and soil debris.
Oranges need to be peeled while the
skins of limes, lemons and kiwi fruit
can be juiced with 1/3 of the peel on..
Please quarter these ingredients and
feed into machine, alternating with
other produce.
To chop or not to chop?
With Oscar’s extraction process,
nutrients in the skin of fresh produce
can be extracted (carrots, apples,
grapes etc).
With other ingredients such as
pineapple and stone fruits, all tough
skins, stalks and seeds need to be
removed. Cut produce so it easily fits
into the hopper / feeding chute (width
wise).
With continuous juicing available, the
feeding chute can take any length. If
you buy smaller, young carrots, you
don’t need to chop them at all; they
can go in whole as long as they fit
down the chute. It’s only the width
that needs chopping, not the length.
So you need to chop beetroot and
apples but not young carrots, small
varieties of cucumbers, celery,
silverbeet or other leafy greens.
What about soft fruits?
When juicing your soft fruits, you will
find it works best to alternate them with
carrots, celery or other hard vegetables.
Avoid using old, dehydrated or mushy
produce as the water content will be
naturally depleted.
Fruit juice and your health
Cold press juicing was developed by
Dr. Norman Walker who believed we
should “eat your fruit and juice your
vegetables”. It’s good to bear this in
mind when embarking on a juice
regime for health and vitality.
Large quantities of fruit juices can
mean a significant increase in sugars
which can affect the body’s sensitive
chemical balance.
It is recommended fruit is used
sparingly and as a way to enhance the
taste of a vegetable juice. Aim to drink
a litre of cold pressed juice a day. The
beauty of the Oscar Neo 1000 Cold
Press Juicer is that you can make up
a large juice and it will stay vital and
álive’ for around 48 hours.
Fresh limes, a slice of ginger and
a crisp green apple will enhance
the taste of a pure vegetable juice
(without upsetting your body
chemistry).
*For larger quantities of fruit
ingredients, we recommend a BioChef
high powered blender to make whole
fibre juices.
Only use the tamper supplied and do
not use the machine with wet hands.
Oscar Neo 1000
Handy Hints

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Preparing your produce
The pulp from the first few pieces of
fruit and vegetables will be wetter
than normal as the machine builds
up pressure for efficient juicing.
When juicing soft and hard produce,
alternate to avoid soft fruits clogging.
If produce becomes clogged in the
machine, use the reverse switch.
Backing up in the juicer can be
remedied by placing the fruit in the
juicer one piece at a time. For soft fruits
the pulp is bound to be a little wetter.
All pits, such as date, plum, apricot
and peach pits must be removed prior
to juicing. Seeds from lemons, limes,
grapes and melons etc. may be put into
your juicer.
When you are making nut butters, soak
nuts for 8 hours or overnight before
processing as this aids the body’s
digestive process and avoids damage
and excess wear and tear to the auger
and juicing strainer.
When processing frozen fruits, let them
stand for 10 minutes before use. This
ensures any attached ice has melted
and prevents damage to the auger.
Cleaning your machine
Oscar parts are not dishwasher safe.
Rinse juicer parts under running or
warm soapy water for a good clean.
The quali
of the produce
The type of produce you decide
to juice really is up to you.
Organic produce is always going
to be the best choice, however it
can be more expensive and hard
to find. So we say do the best you
can with what you have available.
Going organic really gives your
body the very best nutrition
possible. Community gardens
are starting to appear even in
urban areas and farmers markets
are also becoming a regular sight
in most cities and towns. Start
to take note of what greens and
fruits are in season or available in
your area.

Bottled vs cold pressed juice
Processed bottled juice on supermarket shelves comes in all forms – plastic or
glass bottles, canned, refrigerated cartons or vacuum packed. So some ‘fresh’
juices have a shelf life of up to 2 years.
The juice, once extracted is quickly pasteurised or heat treated at around 90
degrees. This heating process has been shown to destroy certain nutrients and
changes the pH from alkaline to acid. Most antioxidants are heat sensitive and
can reduce by 15% each time a juice is heated.
By the time the juice is packed and sold in the supermarket or deli it may
have been heated at 2 or 3 different locations to get in the final bottle and
the long term storage of pasteurised juice leads to a further breakdown of
nutrients over time.
If you look closely at the ingredients, you will see that a lot of juice companies
use juice concentrates to save costs, but regardless of whether the juice is
made from concentrate or not, the alkaline properties and naturally occurring
nutrients are greatly diminished.
These juice concentrates are often imported and typically involve hours of
heating to remove the water, leaving little nutritional value behind.
Cold press juicers mimic our own chewing function to fully extract vitamins,
enzymes and minerals from fruits and vegetables. The important soluble fibre
is retained while the insoluble fibre is extracted.
Drinking a cold press juice is the fastest way to flood our bodies with goodness
while giving our digestive systems a rest. The enzymes are retained in the
juice and absorbed quickly. As the juice is extracted so gently, the nutritional
goodness will remain for around 48 hours.
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Green Juice
INGREDIENTS
1 small broccoli head
or 1 cup florets
1 – 2 stalks of celery
¼ cabbage
1 small lettuce head
or 1 cup leaves
¼ cup spinach leaves
sprouts of any kind
sprigs of parsley
1 small cucumber
apple and lime to taste
Green juices are rich in chlorophyll
in its natural state – the way nature
intended.
One of chlorophyll’s most important
functions is the oxygenation of
the bloodstream. It is necessary
for health to select foods that feed
rather than rob the body of oxygen.
Without sufficient oxygen in the
blood, we are prone to develop
symptoms of low energy, sluggish
digestion and metabolism, leading
to deterioration in vitality and an
increase in the onset of disease.
The addition of limes and apples to
green juices greatly assist to make
juices more tolerable to the palate.
Make your own
V8 Juice!
INGREDIENTS
3-4 tomatoes
2 carrots
½ beetroot
1 stalk of celery
½ red capsicum
¼ cup cucumber
(or 1 Lebanese cucumber)
2 apples
sprigs of parsley
Tomatoes are a great alkaliser when
consumed without sugars or starches.
Carrots support the immune system.
Beetroot is a great blood builder.
Celery improves digestion.
Red Capsicum is good for skin, hair
and nails. Cucumber is a natural
diuretic. Apples aid liver function
and improve taste. Parsley is high in
minerals including potassium.
Fruit and Vegetable Juices

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Crazy Carrot Juice
INGREDIENTS
4 medium carrots
4 tomatoes
2 stalks of celery
small sprigs of parsley
Feed all ingredients through the
Axis alternatively and enjoy.
Carrots have carotene which is a
natural protection against sunburn.
Celery is rich in vitamin C. Celery
is also high in soluble fibre,
magnesium and potassium to help
regulate blood pressure.
Carrot Juice with
Potato, Fennel
and Apple
INGREDIENTS
4 medium carrots
2 apples
1 small potato
1 small stalk of fennel
Fennel assists you as a mild sedative
and in falling asleep.
Fennel has been shown to reduce
and control inflammation of
arthritis. It evens mood fluctuation
and depressive states.
Fennel has the rare nutrient called
manganese, contains zinc and
vitamin B complex, which makes it a
very valuable ingredient in a juice.

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Dracula’s Punch
INGREDIENTS
2 apples
1 cup raspberries
2 cups black grapes
Apples contain potassium and are
known to assist the body in building
resistance to infection and stimulate
the digestion.
They are also known to help with
weight loss. Berries assist to keep the
blood alkaline.
Cupid’s Capsicum
Shot
INGREDIENTS
1 dark red capsicum
4 medium carrots
¼ fresh chilli husk
pinch of black pepper
Red capsicum is rich in vitamin A, C,
potassium and silicon.
It reduces risk of cardiovascular
disease by assisting in the
prevention of blood clot formations.
Chilli is a stimulant for the whole
system and is said to increase
passion.

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Fruit and Veg
Supreme
INGREDIENTS
5-6 carrots
1 beetroot
1 small cucumber or
1 stalk of celery
piece of fresh ginger
2 apples
1 lime
handful of broccoli sprouts
Feed ingredients through the Axis
alternatively.
This is a great tasting, nutrient-rich
juice which can be varied according
to personal taste and seasonal
availability.
Apple and Celery
Juice
INGREDIENTS
5-6 apples
3-4 stalks of celery
Feed ingredients through the Axis
alternatively.
Apples build resistance to infection,
have anti- cancer benefits and are
great for healthy hair, skin and
fingernails.
Celery assists in the elimination
of carcinogens and has a calming
effect on the nervous system.
Digesters Delight
INGREDIENTS
½ pineapple – core, stalk
and skin removed
2 peeled oranges
1 celery stalk
fresh ginger to taste
Juice the pineapple pieces
alternatively to the oranges and
celery.
Pineapple soothes sore throats,
aids digestion and acts as an anti-
inflammatory for various forms of
arthritis and sporting injuries.
It also stimulates pancreatic
hormone secretions.
Grape Watermelon
Drink
INGREDIENTS
Watermelon
Bunch of grapes without the stem
Feed ingredients through the Axis
alternatively.
Watermelon assists in flushing
the kidneys and bladder, assists in
digestions and the eliminations of
uric acid that may cause gout.

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Wheatgrass...
nature’s healer
Wheatgrass is baby wheat, planted
on the soil and not sown.
Wheatgrass produces high
concentrations of chlorophyll,
active enzymes, vitamins and
other nutrients. Chlorophyll makes
up over 70% of the solid content of
wheatgrass juice and is the basis of
all plant life. It is often referred to as
the “blood of plant life” as it closely
resembles the molecule in human
red blood cells. Wheatgrass is not
only rich in chlorophyll; it has 100
elements needed by the body to
keep vital and nourished. If grown
in organic soil, wheatgrass absorbs
92 of the known 102 minerals from
the soil.
Dr. Ann Wigmore was a pioneer
in the use of wheatgrass juice for
detoxifying and healing the body,
mind, and spirit. The recommended
daily allowance for wheatgrass is 30
mls once or twice per day. You can
start with as little as 10–15mls per
day and gradually increase the dose.
Wheatgrass juice can temporarily
cause an upset stomach if too much
is consumed too soon.
Care and Use
Cut the grass close to the roots and
wash thoroughly to ensure no soil
or stones are present. You can get a
second yield when the grass grows
back, although the content won’t be
as rich as the original grass. Feed the
wheatgrass tips first into the Axis.
Four trays planted on different days
over a two week period should be
enough for 1 person. Undoubtedly,
wheatgrass has a very strong taste.
You can mix the wheatgrass shots and
here are a couple of delicious recipes.
When juicing Wheatgrass, Barley
Grass or Alfalfa Juice, place a bunch
of wheatgrass (about 3cm diameter)
‘tips down’ into the feeding chute.
Feed carrots and other desired
fruits or vegetables into the chute
for a milder tasting combination
for those who haven’t tried pure
wheatgrass juice before.
Wheatgrass Whip
INGREDIENTS
30ml wheatgrass
1 green apple
½ lime
Sweet Grass
INGREDIENTS
2 carrots
1 orange
30ml wheatgrass
ginger to taste