Cuisinart CBJ-450 Compact Blender and Juice Extractor Manual
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
When using an electrical appliance, basic safety precautions should always be taken, including the following:
- READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.
- Always make sure the juice extractor cover is clamped securely in place before the motor is turned on. Do not unfasten clamps while the juicer is in operation. Be sure to turn the switch to the STOP position after each use of your juice extractor. Make sure the motor stops completely before disassembling.
- Do not put fingers or other objects into the juice extractor opening while it is in operation. If food becomes stuck in the opening, use the food pusher or another piece of fruit or vegetable to push it down, or turn the motor off and disassemble the unit to remove the remaining food.
- If the mesh filter basket blade is damaged, do not use it.
- Do not operate without the pulp container in place.
- Turn the appliance to STOP, then unplug from the outlet when not in use, before assembling or disassembling parts, and before cleaning or removing contents from the blending cup or juice extractor. Never put your hands into the blending cup or juice extractor, or handle the blades with the appliance plugged in. To unplug, grasp the plug and pull from the outlet. Never pull from the power cord.
- To protect against the risk of electrical shock, do not put the motor base in water or other liquids
- This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory, and mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge. Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used near children. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
- Avoid contact with moving parts.
- Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug or after the appliance malfunctions, or is dropped or damaged in any manner.
NOTICE:
This appliance has a polarized plug (one prong is wider than the other). To reduce the risk of electric shock, this plug will only fit into a polarized outlet one way. If the plug does not fit fully into the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician. Do not modify the plug in any way. The rating of the unit is a 450-watt peak motor. Recommended attachments and recipes may draw significantly less power. This appliance comes with a thermal resettable protection device to prevent damage to the motor in the case of extreme overload. Should the unit shut off unexpectedly, unplug it and let it cool for at least 15 minutes before continuing.
UNPACKING INSTRUCTIONS
- Place the gift box containing your Cuisinart® Compact Blender and Juice Extractor Combo on a flat, sturdy surface before unpacking.
- Open the top flaps of the box. Inside will be the instruction/recipe booklet and other printed materials.
- Remove Compact Blender and Juice Extractor Combo base as well as all other parts (listed in Parts and Features) and set aside. Before using it for the first time, wash all parts according to the Cleaning and Maintenance section on page 7 of this booklet to remove any dust or residue.
To assemble the Compact Blender with Juice Extractor, follow the Assembly instructions on page 5 of this instruction booklet. Replace all packaging materials in the box and save them for repackaging. CAUTION: ALL CUTTING TOOLS HAVE VERY SHARP EDGES. To avoid injury when unpacking the parts, never touch the cutting edges of the blades or filter baskets. NOTE: We recommend that you visit www.cuisinart.com for a fast, efficient way to complete your product registration.
PARTS AND FEATURES
- 16 Ounce BPA-Free Blending Cup that doubles as a to-go cup. Comes with a flip-top lid to take on the go or to save for later.
- High-Quality Blade Assembly is strong enough for all blending tasks. Self-aligning assembly fits easily onto the base.
- Heavy-Duty Motor Base is compact yet strong, sturdy, and stable for both blending and juicing with a 450-watt peak motor and safety shutoff.
- 3-Function Rotary Dial with easy-to-use Low, High, and Pulse settings.
- Slip-Proof Feet prevent movement during use and damaging marks on countertops or tables.
- Juice Extractor Attachment:
- a. Pulp Container collects pulp from juicing for easy cleaning
- b. Cover with Feed Tube for easy juicing
- c. Pusher
- d. Filter Housing
- e. Locking Clamps for opening and closing safely
- f. Flow Spout
- g. Mesh Filter Basket/Blade
QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE | |
To activate blending | Place blending cup fitted with blade assembly onto base |
To begin blending or juicing | Turn dial to desired speed |
To change speeds | Turn dial to desired speed |
To pulse | Turn dial left to PULSE |
To stop blending or juicing | Turn dial to STOP |
COMPACT BLENDER ASSEMBLY
After washing all parts, please see below for assembly instructions. Place the base on a flat surface and plug it in.
- Place the blending cup on a flat surface upright. Add ingredients.
- Attach the blade assembly to the round opening of the blending cup and turn clockwise until tightened.
- Align the blade collar with the base unit triangle marking, and place it on the blender base firmly.
- Turn clockwise to lock.
COMPACT BLENDER OPERATION
- With the base unit on the tabletop and the unit plugged in, turn the blending cup upside down and place the assembled blending cup onto the base. Turn clockwise to lock into place. The blue light ring will blink to indicate that the unit is ready to operate. If it doesn’t, turn the dial to STOP and check the assembly.
- For continuous blending, turn the dial to the desired speed. It is possible to switch between High and Low speeds by simply turning the dial.
- To pause the blending process, turn the dial to STOP. The blending process will stop. To resume blending, choose the desired speed.
- To pulse, turn the dial to PULSE. Hold, then release after desired run time. Repeat as needed. The Pulse function can be used to break apart larger pieces of food. The Pulse function is also effective for starting the blending process when you do not want continuous power or for processing items that do not require an extended amount of blending. Dial will automatically return to the STOP position upon release.
- The unit shall auto-stop blending after 1Minute. if more blending time is required, simply turn the dial to stop position then turn to desired speed again.
- When you have finished blending, turn the dial to STOP. Then remove the blending cup from the base. Turn the cup right side up, and turn the blade assembly clockwise to remove it. Attach the travel cup lid by twisting it counterclockwise. NEVER TOUCH THE BLADE ITSELF. Unplug the unit.
AND SAFETY TIPS
- Make sure the electrical outlet is rated at the same voltage as that stated on the bottom of the blender motor base.
- Don’t remove the blending cup while the unit is running.
- Don’t place the blade assembly onto the motor base without the blending cup attached.
- Make sure the blade assembly is tightly attached when utilizing the blending cup.
- Always remove the blade assembly before cleaning.
- Never use metal utensils, as damage may occur to the blending cup or cutting assembly.
- Don’t overload the blending cup. If the motor stalls, turn the blender off immediately, unplug the unit, and let it cool for at least 15 minutes. Then, remove a portion of the food and continue.
COMPACT JUICE EXTRACTOR ASSEMBLY
- Place the motor base on a clean flat surface. Make sure the motor base is unplugged from the power outlet.
- Place filter housing on top of the motor base. Do not lock locking clamps into place until you’ve completed assembling the juice extractor.
- Insert the mesh filter basket/blade firmly into the filter housing by pressing down on the rim of the filter so it locks securely in place. Be careful not to touch the blades in the bottom of the basket and be sure this part is inserted before every use.
- Insert the pulp container onto the side of the unit by tilting the unit slightly. Then place the cover on top of the filter housing. Be sure to align the feed tube over the mesh filter basket.
COMPACT JUICE EXTRACTOR OPERATION
- Make sure your Juice Extractor Attachment is properly assembled and attached to the motor base.
- Plug the power cord into the 120V electrical outlet.
- Wash all selected fruits or vegetables.
- While many fruits and vegetables will not need cutting, any item with a diameter larger than 2 inches will need to be cut.
- Turn the dial from the STOP position to HIGH.
- Lift the food pusher out of the feed tube and drop your food into the opening. Push through by inserting the food pusher and pressing firmly. Do not pack the feed tube too full of food. Be sure that the food has been processed through the filter basket/ blade before adding more items. Note: When using leafy vegetables with stems, please put the leafy end into the feed tube first followed by the stem. Do not over-pack the feed tube.
- The juice will flow into your glass and the pulp will accumulate in the pulp container.
- When finished juicing, turn the dial to the STOP position to stop the motor.
JUICE EXTRACTOR COMBO CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE
Always unplug your Cuisinart® Compact Blender and Juice Extractor Combo from the electrical outlet before cleaning. The base and parts are made of corrosion-resistant materials that are easy to clean. Before the first use and after every use, clean each part thoroughly. Periodically check all parts before reassembly.
DO NOT USE IF ANY PART IS DAMAGED, OR IF THE BLENDER CUP IS CHIPPED OR CRACKED. To remove the blade assembly, twist it off by turning it clockwise. NEVER TOUCH THE BLADE. CAUTION: Handle the blade assembly carefully. Blades are SHARP and may cause injury. DO NOT attempt to remove blades from the cutting assembly, and do not attempt to detach the blade assembly from the Blade collar. Wash all parts in warm, soapy water. Rinse and dry thoroughly. All parts are top-rack dishwasher safe. Tip: You may wish to clean your blade assembly cutting assemblies as follows:
Squirt a small amount of dishwashing liquid into a blending cup and fill halfway with warm (not hot) water. Attach blade assembly and run on Low for 15 seconds. Repeat, using clean tap water. Carefully disassemble parts and empty the blending cup. Rinse and dry all parts thoroughly. Finally, wipe the motor base clean with a damp cloth to remove any residue, and dry thoroughly. Never submerge the motor base in water or other liquids, or place it in a dishwasher. Any other servicing should be performed by an authorized service representative.
TROUBLESHOOTING
Problem: | Solution: |
My blender is not turning on | Be sure the blade assembly is on the blending cup correctly and locked into place Plug the blender into an independent and electrical outlet and make sure the blender is securely plugged in. If it still doesn’t work, try plugging into a different outlet and/or check your home’s circuit breaker. |
The blender stops running | The motor could have overheated. The resettable fuse, which protects the motor if overloaded, may have been tripped. When this happens, reset the appliance by unplug- ging it and letting it cool for a minimum of 15 minutes. Then, reduce the contents of the blending cup and/or clear any jams. Restart the unit as noted in the operating directions. |
The blade assembly is hard to remove after blending | The ingredients cause pressure, and with the airtight seal, pressure builds up creating a vacuum or a suction effect. This is normal. |
Unit appears to be leaking | Check rubber gasket and make sure it’s flush with the blender assembly. You can also check the rubber gasket to see if is in place or even damaged. The blade assembly should be tight. |
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Problem: | Solution: |
Juice extractor does not turn on | Check to see if the locking clamps are properly engaged. (See Assembly Instructions, page 6.) Turn to HIGH to start juicing. |
The juice extractor stops running | The motor could have overheated. The resettable fuse, which protects the motor if overloaded, may have been tripped. When this happens, reset the appliance by unplugging it and letting it cool for a minimum of 15 minutes. Then, reduce the contents or clear any jams. Restart the unit as noted in the operating directions. |
Juice flow is slow | The excess pulp in the mesh filter basket can slow the juice rate. Stop the juice extractor and clean filter basket. |
Difficulty getting herbs or leafy greens down the feed tube | Place herbs between other ingredients. When using leafy greens, always place the leafy side in first and do not overpack the feed tube. |
The unit is on but the juice/pulp not flowing | Make sure the mesh filter basket/blade is in place. |
TIPS AND HINTS
- Always put the hardest ingredients into the blending cup first (ice cubes, frozen fruit) and finish with the softer ingredients and liquids.
- It is recommended that most foods be cut into ½- to 1-inch pieces to achieve the most uniform result.
- For best results in the fastest time, pulse a few times before running continuously. Pulses should be short bursts with about 1 second in between each one to allow the blade to stop rotating between pulses.
- To crush ice, but no more than 3 standard ice cubes into the blending cup at one time. Pulse until uniformly crushed.
- If food sticks to the sides of the blending cup when blending, stop the blender, carefully scrape down the food, replace the blade assembly, and pulse in short bursts to combine.
- When blending thicker mixtures, lightly hold down the top of the blending cup to prevent excessive movement
- Do not attempt to mash white potatoes or knead bread dough in the blending cup.
- After blending, flip the blending cup over so that the blade assembly is on top. Gently tap the cup on the counter a few times to prevent any spillage. Remove the blade assembly and replace it with the provided lid.
APPROXIMATE YIELD JUICING CHART
FRUIT | AMOUNT | YIELD |
APPLE (quartered) | 1 medium (about 7 ounces) | ½ cup or 4 ounces |
CANTALOUPE (peeled and seeded) | 1 cup, cubed | ½ cup or 4 ounces |
GRAPES | 1 cup | ½ cup or 4 ounces |
ORANGE (peeled and quartered) | 1 medium (about 12 ounces) | ²⁄³ cup or 5 ounces |
PEACH (pitted) | 1 medium (about 10 ounces) | ¼ cup or 2 ounces |
PEAR (quartered) | 1 medium (about 7 ounces) | ½ cup or 4 ounces |
PAPAYA (peeled and seeded) | ½ fruit (about 1 pound 3 ounces) | 1 cup or 8 ounces |
PINEAPPLE (peeled and cored) | ½ fruit | 1 cup or 8 ounces |
WATERMELON (peeled and seeded) | 1 cup, cubed | ½ cup or 4 ounces |
STRAWBERRIES | 1 cup | ½ cup or 4 ounces |
GRAPEFRUIT (peeled and quartered) | 1 medium to large (about 1 pound) | 1¼ cups or 10 ounces |
LEMON (peeled) | 1 fruit (about 5 ounces) | ¼ cup or 2 ounces |
KIWI | 1 fruit (about 3 ounces) | 1 ounce |
VEGETABLE | AMOUNT | YIELD |
BEET (quartered) | 1 medium (about 6 to 7 ounces) | ½ cup or 4 ounces |
LEAFY GREENS | 1 handful (about 8 leaves) | 1½ ounces |
CARROT | 1 pound | 1 cup or 8 ounces |
CELERY | 4 large stalks | ½ cup or 4 ounces |
BELL PEPPER (quartered) | 1 medium (about 9 ounces) | ½ cup or 4 ounces |
CUCUMBER | 1 medium/large (about 11 ounces) | 1 cup or 8 ounces |
TOMATO | 1 medium (about 5 ounces) | ½ cup or 4 ounces |
PARSLEY | 1 bunch (about 6 ounces) | ¼ cup or 2 ounces |
CABBAGE | ¼ head (about 12 ounces) | ¾ cup or 6 ounces |
WARRANTY
Limited 3-Year Warranty
This warranty is available to U.S. consumers only. You are a consumer if you own a Cuisinart® Compact Blender and Juice Extractor Combo 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. We warrant that your Cuisinart® Compact Blender and Juice Extractor Combo will be free of defects in materials and workmanship under normal home use for 3 years from the date of original purchase.
We recommend that you visit our website, https://cuisinart.registria.com, for a fast, efficient way to complete your product registration. However, product registration does not eliminate the need for the consumer to maintain the original proof of purchase in order to obtain the warranty benefits. In the event that you do not have proof of purchase date, the purchase date for purposes of this warranty will be the date of manufacture.
CALIFORNIA RESIDENTS ONLY
California law provides that for In-Warranty Service, California residents have the option of returning a nonconforming product (A) to the store where it was purchased or (B) to another retail store that sells Cuisinart products of the same type. The retail store shall then, according to its preference, either repair the product, refer the consumer to an independent repair facility, replace the product, or refund the purchase price less the amount directly attributable to the consumer’s prior usage of the product.
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