H Koenig GSX16 Juicer Instruction Manual

: June 16, 2024
: H Koenig

Instruction Manual
gs x 16 Slow juicer

INTENDED USE

The appliance is intended for extracting fresh juice from fruit, vegetables and herbs. A large inlet, a food pusher and anti-slip feet ensure convenience during preparation of your favourite juices.
This appliance is intended for private indoor home use only and may not be used for professional purposes.
Please follow the instructions contained in this manual for safe installation and use of the appliance.
Use only for processing food and foodstuffs.

TECHNICAL DATA

Lot No.

Model
Power supply| 220-240 V~, 50-60 Hz
Power rating| 250 W
Maximum continuous
operation time / pause| 20 minutes / 30 minutes

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

Warning! Incorrect operation of the appliance may result in injuries. Be careful when handling the blades, emptying the bowl or cleaning the appliance.
Always unplug the appliance when it is not supervised, and also before assembly, disassembly or cleaning.
The appliance must not be used by children. Keep the appliance and the cord out of children’s reach.
Switch off and unplug the appliance before replacing the accessories or touching moving parts.
Do not operate the appliance continuously for more than 20 minutes.
If the appliance has been operating for 20 minutes, turn it off and let it cool down for at least 30 minutes before you operate it again.
Accessories that come into contact with food must be cleaned as described in Section 8 Cleaning and maintenance.
Use only the original accessories included in the set.
Regularly check the power cord for damage. If the power cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, an authorized service centre or a qualified individual, so as to avoid hazards and injuries.
This appliance may be used by persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience or knowledge, provided that they are supervised or instructed in the safe use of the appliance and that they fully understand the potential hazards.
This appliance may be used by children of at least 8 years of age, as long as they are supervised and have been given instructions about using the appliance safely and are fully aware of the dangers involved.
Cleaning and maintenance should not be carried out by children unless they are at least 8 years of age and are supervised by an adult.
Keep the appliance and its power cord out of reach of children under 8 years of age.
Make sure that the voltage rating on the typeplate corresponds to your main voltage of your installation. If this is not the case, contact the dealer and do not connect the unit
Never leave the unit unattended while in operation.
Children must not play with the appliance.
Do not use the appliance if the bowl, the cover or another component of the appliance is damaged, or has visible cracks.
Caution! Warning against improper use of the appliance. Never touch the screw-conveyor shaft during appliance operation.
Read the entire manual before you start using the appliance.
The appliance cannot be operated with an external timer or a separate remote control.
Connect the device to a 220-240 V~ 50-60 Hz alternating current mains.
To prevent electrocution, do not immerse the plug, the power cord or the base in water or other liquids.
Do not hang the power cord over a table or sink edge.
Do not place the appliance near sources of heat: gas water heaters, electric cookers etc.
This appliance is designed for home use. Do not use the product for purposes other than its intended use.
Be careful when using the appliance.
Before starting operation, place the appliance on a stable, flat surface
Large food products and materials such as paper, cardboard, plastics, metal etc. must not be put into the appliance. If such objects are inserted into the juicer, the strainer may get jammed, which could result in fire or electrocution.
Do not use the appliance if it has been dropped or shows clear signs of damage.
Do not push fruit or vegetables into the appliance with your hands! Do not push any foods to be processed with any object other than the supplied pusher.
Do not insert any hard materials, ice, large seeds or frozen products into the feeder of the juicer.
Do not overload the appliance with excessive amounts of products or by pushing in food products too forcefully (with the pusher).
Turn the juicer off immediately if you notice strong vibrations or a decrease in operating speed.
Do not touch moving components during appliance operation.
Do not attempt to open or disassemble the base with the motor.
Wait until the appliance cools down before you insert any parts into or remove any parts from the appliance, and before you start cleaning or repairing the appliance.
Do not cover the appliance with anything. A fire could be ignited if the appliance is covered or touches a flammable material.
Make sure not to connect too many electrical appliances to a single circuit.
Do not insert your hands into the inlet during appliance operation.
Uncoil the power cord before you start operating the appliance.
Never use the appliance with accessories other than those recommended in this instruction manual and by the manufacturer. Other accessories may pose a hazard to the user and/or damage the appliance. Use only original accessories.
The device must not be used if it has been dropped, it obvious signs of damage are visible or if it has leaks.
Retain the instruction manual and the packaging, if possible.
An electronic version of the instruction manual can be downloaded from: www.hkoenig.com
This appliance is intended for use in domestic and similar applications such as :
– kitchen areas in shops, offices and other working environments
– farmhouses
– in hotels, motels and other residential environments
– guest rooms.
This appliance may be used by children of at least 8 years of age, as long as they are supervised and have been given instructions about using the appliance safely and are fully aware of the dangers involved.

MEANING OF SYMBOLS

Read the instructions.
Product compliant with the requirements prescribed in the applicable European Union directives.
Disposal of waste electrical and electronic equipment – see the DISPOSAL section of this manual.
Disconnect the appliance from the power source.
Device intended for indoor use.
Recycling code identifying the material from which the packaging is made
– corrugated cardboard.
Product suitable for contact with food.
Trademark indicating that the manufacturer has made a financial contribution to the development & operation of a packaging materials recovery and recycling system.

APPLIANCE COMPONENTS

Pusher
Upper cover
Screw-conveyor shaft
Stainless steel strainer
Bowl (on the back on the body of the device)
Juice outlet with anti-drip stopper
Pulp container
Pulp outlet
Juice container
On / Off / Reverse button
Base with motor
Anti-slip feet
Cleaning brush
Bowl installation area

H Koenig GSX16 Juicer - Figure 1

KIT CONTENTS

1 x Base with motor 1 x Bowl
1 x Feeder
1 x Screw-conveyor shaft 1 x Pusher
1 x Stainless steel strainer
1 x Juice container 1 x Pulp container 1 x Brush
1 x Instruction manual
Open the package and carefully take the appliance out. Make sure that the set is complete and that its components are undamaged. Check that plastic parts are not broken and the power cord is not damaged. If you find that any components are missing or damaged, contact the vendor and do not use the product. Retain the packaging or dispose of it in accordance with local regulations.
Caution! To keep children safe, do not leave any packaging parts (plastic bags, cardboard boxes, expanded polystyrene elements etc.) freely accessible. Risk of suffocation!

USE

BEFORE FIRST USE

Unpack the appliance and remove all the elements from the packaging.
Make sure the power supply parameters of the appliance match the parameters of the local mains.
Before operating the appliance for the first time, clean it and the accessories as described in section 8 Cleaning and maintenance of this instruction manual

APPLIANCE ASSEMBLY

Before you start assembling the appliance, make sure that the power switch is in the 0 position.
Disconnect the appliance from the power source.
Assemble the screw-conveyor shaft (3) and the stainless steel strainer (4).
Turn the screw-conveyor shaft and press it slightly downwards until it fits into the relevant place. Put the components referred to above in the bowl (5). Place the bowl on the base with motor (11), pressing the components gently and rotating them as shown in the picture below.

Install the upper cover (2) on the bowl.
Attach it to the appliance by rotating it clockwise until it fits into the relevant place
Place the juice and pulp containers (7, 9) under the respective outlets.

Caution!
The appliance will not work without the safety lock properly installed.

APPLIANCE DISASSEMBLY.

To disassemble the appliance, perform the assembly procedure in the reverse order.

Remove the juice container.
Remove the feeder from the bowl to activate the safety lock.
Remove the bowl from the base.
Remove the screw-conveyor shaft with the stainless steel strainer.
Turn the stainless steel strainer to the left to remove it.

TURNING THE APPLIANCE ON/OFF
To turn the appliance on, precisely install the feeder on the bowl to release the safety lock.
To turn the juicer on, toggle the switch on the top of the body to the ON position. H Koenig GSX16 Juicer - Figure 4

Appliance off position
Reverse operation position
Appliance on position

PREPARATION OF FRUIT AND VEGETABLES FOR JUICE EXTRACTION

Use fresh, slightly unripe fruit and vegetables, as they contain more juice.
Carefully wash the fruit and vegetables from which juice is to be extracted.
Remove pips/stones from fruit, if present.
Cut fruit and vegetables into pieces that will easily fit into the inlet.
It is not necessary to peel all fruit. Only thick skin/rind from fruit/vegetables such as oranges, pineapples or beetroots must be removed. It is also recommended to remove the white part of citrus fruit rind, as it has a bitter taste.
Apple juice turns brown very quickly. This process can be inhibited by adding several drops of lemon juice to the apple juice.

JUICING

Make sure that the appliance has been properly assembled and is protected with the safety lock.
Connect the appliance to a source of power whose parameters match those specified in the rating plate on the appliance.
Insert the prepared vegetables or fruit into the inlet and push them in with the pusher.

Attention! Before juice extraction, cut the fruit and vegetables into pieces that will fit easily into the inlet.

After juice extraction is completed, disconnect the appliance from the power source by removing the plug from the outlet socket.

Attention!
When extracting juice, make sure that the bowl does not overflow. If it does, open the juice outlet flap so that the juice can flow down into the container. Place the pulp and juice containers on a stable surface that is easy to clean (as the juice or pulp can be accidentally spilled).

CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE

BASIC RULES
Proper and regular cleaning will ensure safe operation and extend the life span of the device.
Warning!
Before performing cleaning and maintenance operations, turn the appliance off, disconnect it from the power source and let it cool down, so as to avoid burns and electrocution.

Do not immerse the base with motor in water or other liquids.
Do not use corrosive cleaning agents.

Attention!
Do not clean the appliance with any chemicals, alkali, abrasive or disinfecting agents, as they may damage the surface of the appliance.
Cleaning the screw-conveyor shaft, the stainless steel strainer, the bowl, and the pulp and juice containers:

As soon as the appliance cools down after you have finished using it, wash the components in warm water with some dishwashing liquid. All the components must be cleaned no later than 10 minutes after you have finished using the appliance, so as to avoid damage to stainless steel parts and to prevent juice residues from drying out in the appliance, which could cause problems when it is disassembled later. Clean the components carefully, so as not to damage them.
Remove food residues from the components with the supplied brush after every use.
The rubber plug in the bottom part of the bowl should be carefully moved aside to facilitate cleaning. After drying, the plug must be reinstalled in its original position.
Wipe the appliance or let it dry thoroughly.

CLEANING THE BASE WITH MOTOR

Wipe the base with motor using a slightly damp cloth.
Wipe it dry.
Attention!
Do not immerse the plug, the power cord or the appliance base in water or other liquids.
Attention!
Plastic elements can be cleaned in dishwasher.

REPAIR
The appliance does not contain any user-serviceable parts. Do not attempt to repair the appliance on your own. Always have the appliance repaired by a professional.
If the power cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, a service centre representative, or a properly qualified individual.

STORAGE AND TRANSPORTATION

The appliance must be cleaned as described above and left until it is completely dry. It is recommended that the appliance be stored in its original packaging.

Always keep the appliance in a dry, well-ventilated location inaccessible to children.
Protect the appliance against vibration and shock during handling and transport.

DISPOSAL
All the packaging materials are recyclable and labelled as such. The packaging should be disposed of in accordance with local regulations.
Keep the packaging materials out of children’s reach, as the materials can pose a hazard.
**** Correct disposal of the device:

According to the WEEE Directive 2012/19/EU, the crossed-out wheelie bin symbol (shown on the left) is used for labelling all electric and electronic devices requiring segregation.
Do not dispose of the spent product with domestic waste: hand it over to an electric and electronic device collection and recycling centre. The crossed-out wheelie bin symbol placed on the product, instruction manual or package communicates this requirement.

The materials incorporated in the device can be recycled in accordance with the specific marking. By recycling materials and spent equipment you will help to protect the environment.
Information on electric and electronic devices collection centres is available from local government agencies or from the dealer.

CE DECLARATION
This appliance has been designed, manufactured and marketed in accordance with the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive and the Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive. Therefore, the product has been marked with the CE mark and a declaration of conformity has been issued for it, which is made available to market regulators.

WARRANTY

The warranty period for our products is 2 years, unless otherwise stated, starting from the date of initial purchase or the date of delivery.
If you have any problems or questions, you can easily access our help pages, troubleshooting tips, FAQ, and user manuals on our service site: https://sav.hkoenig.com.
By typing the reference name of your device in the search bar, you can access all available online support, designed to best meet your needs.
If you still cannot find an answer to your question or problem, then click on “Did the answer solve your problem?”. This will direct you to the Customer Support Request Form, which you can fill out to validate your request and get help.

WARRANTY CONDITIONS

The warranty covers all failures occurring under normal use, in accordance with the usage and specifications in the user’s manual.
This warranty does not apply to packaging or transportation problems during shipment of the product by the owner. It also does not include normal wear and tear of the product, nor maintenance or replacement of consumable parts.

EXCLUSION OF WARRANTY

– Accessories and wearing parts (*).
– Normal maintenance of the device.
– All breakdowns resulting from improper use (shocks, failure to comply with power supply recommendations, poor conditions of use, etc.), insufficient maintenance or misuse of the device, as well as the use of unsuitable accessories.
– Damage of external origin: fire, water damage, electrical surge, etc.
– Any equipment that has been disassembled, even partially, by persons other than those authorized to do so (notably the user).
– The products whose serial number would be missing, deteriorated or illegible that would not allow its identification.
– The products subjected to leasing, demonstration, or exhibition.

(*) Some parts of your device, called wear parts or consumables, deteriorate with time and frequency of use of your device.
This wear and tear are normal but can be accentuated by poor conditions of use or maintenance of your device. These parts are therefore not covered by the warranty.
The accessories supplied with the device are also excluded from the warranty. They cannot be exchanged or refunded. However, some accessories can be purchased directly through our website: https://sav.hkoenig.com/.

ENVIRONMENT

CAUTION:
Do not dispose of this product as it has with other household products. There is a separation of this waste product into communities, you will need to inform your local authorities about the places where you can return this product. In fact, electrical and electronic products contain hazardous substances that have harmful effects on the environment or human health and should be recycled. The symbol here indicates that electrical and electronic equipment should be chosen carefully, a wheeled waste container is marked with a cross.
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