Introduction

The Glen 230V Electric Slow Juicer GL-4018 is a high-performance kitchen appliance designed to extract maximum juice from fruits and vegetables while preserving essential nutrients. Its slow squeezing technology minimizes oxidation, ensuring a richer flavor and healthier juice. The juicer features a user-friendly design with easy assembly and cleaning, making it ideal for everyday use. Priced at approximately $120, it offers a great balance of quality and affordability for health-conscious consumers.

Detailed Specifications

The Glen 230V Electric Slow Juicer GL-4018 boasts several key features that make it a standout in its category:

• Power and Voltage: 230V, suitable for most household electrical systems.
• Motor Speed: Low speed of 60 RPM to preserve nutrients and flavors.
• Material: Durable BPA-free plastic and stainless steel components.
• Capacity: Large 1-liter juice container and 0.5-liter pulp container.
• Additional Features: Includes a cleaning brush, recipe book, and detachable parts for easy cleaning.

PARTS NAME AND FUNCTION

IDENTIFY YOUR COLD PRESS SLOW JUICER GL 4018

Description

The Glen 230V Electric Slow Juicer GL-4018 is engineered with a focus on usability and efficiency. Its compact design allows it to fit neatly on most kitchen countertops without taking up too much space. The juicer operates quietly and smoothly, thanks to its slow-rotating mechanism which minimizes noise and vibration. The detachable parts are dishwasher-safe, making cleaning a breeze. This juicer is also versatile, allowing you to make not just juices but also nut butters, baby food, and other healthy snacks.

The juicer's BPA-free construction ensures that your juices are free from any harmful chemicals. The included cleaning brush and recipe book add to the overall convenience and user experience. Whether you're looking to start a healthy juicing routine or expand your culinary horizons, the Glen 230V Electric Slow Juicer GL-4018 is an excellent choice.

USING YOUR SLOW JUICER STRAINER

COARSE STRAINER

The bigger holes of the strainer produce thicker juice when tender and soft fruits are extracted such as strawberries, kiwis and tomatoes. It is useful to extract more pulpy juice can also be used for dry leafy vegetables and wheat grass.

FINE STRAINER

The smaller holes stainer used for all fruits and vegetables when you need less pulp in the juice.

The juicer is also provided with a stainless steel pulp filter on the Juice collector in case clearer juice is required.

Assembling the Juicer

1. Place the juicing bowl onto the motor base with the centre hub over shaft of base. When connecting the juicing bowl to the motor base, ensure that the 3 holes in the bottom of the juicing bowl align with the 3 lugs of the motor & rest properly.

   

2. Install strainer assembly (the triangle mark on the strainer assembly must be aligned with the one on the bowl marking triangle/unlock).

   

3. Arrow is at the top of the strainer and the arrow is at front on bowl which is to align.

4. Align juice squeezing screw with the centre of strainer assembly & then rotate a little and insert it downward. 
   Strainer Assembly and Auger if not fixed properly the feeding tube will not lock and the juicer will not start, so fix the same properly.

   

5. Align the triangle on the feeding tube with the unlock mark on the juicer bowl, then rotate clockwise, align the triangle with the lock mark so it, is completely locked. Otherwise it will not start.

   

6. Place the container on the both sides of juice outlet and pulp outlet, put pusher on. The juicer is now ready. 
   Do not put finger, spoon or chopsticks and other things into the inlet of feeding tube.

   

BUTTON SWITCH FUNCTION

IMPORTANT: If the juicing bowl and lid are not correctly assembled, the juice press will not operate. This is a safety feature.
ONCE ALL THE PARTS ARE ASSEMBLED FIRMLY. THEN PLUG THE CORD INTO AN ELECTRICAL OUTLET.

Do not pre-operate before adding materials or do not operate with an empty bowl.

Using your juice press

1. Clean fruit and/or vegetables thoroughly, for juicing. If juicing fruit with hard seeds, pit the fruit. Remove any hard inedible skins, i.e. skin of melons, pineapples and mangoes prior to juicing. If citrus fruits are being used, remove the skin prior to juicing.
2. For oversized pieces of fruit and/or vegetables, cut the food into small pieces that fit into the feeding tube and insert it through the feed tube.
3. Press the food pusher slowly down until all fruit or vegetables have gone through the juice press. Do not exert too much pressure on the pusher, as this could affect the quality of the end result and it could damage the unit.

JUICING FULL APPLE/ORANGE

(medium size)

1. Pull the button up when to squeeze full apple, orange & big ingredient. Put the fruit in centre & fill to flip it into feeding tube.

2. Press down the button, and lock swivel bracket when squeeze small volume of fruits such as tomatoes cut pcs, peeled pomegranate etc., then put the ingredients into feed inlet.

3. Press Button“ON/OFF”when food is processed and no more juice flow out. After the motor and screw stop completely, take the juice cup away from juice outlet and slag door.

Juice Outlet Cap Assembly

This is fixed & adjustable by sliding it can be closed then juice collect in bowl & can be released in one go & can also be used for mix juicing.

Fresh fruit juice is recommended to drink as soon as possible, exposed to the air a long time, taste and nutritional value will be affected.

Setup Guide

To get started with your Glen 230V Electric Slow Juicer GL-4018, follow these steps:

1. Assembly: Carefully unpack the juicer and all its components. Attach the hopper, juicing bowl, and other parts according to the user manual.
2. Configuration: Place the juicer on a stable surface and ensure all parts are securely locked into place.
3. Operation: Feed your ingredients through the hopper while the juicer is in operation. Use the provided pusher to gently guide the ingredients if necessary.
4. Cleaning: After use, detach the parts and wash them with warm water. Use the cleaning brush to clean any stubborn pulp or residue.

Glen 230V Electric Slow Juicer GL-4018 Maintenance

Regular maintenance of your appliance will keep it safe and in proper operational order.

Cleaning

• Always ensure that the Juice Press is turned off and the power cord is unplugged from the power outlet before cleaning, disassembling or assembling and storing the appliance.
• Do not Immerse motor base in water or other liquids.
• Whenever possible, rinse parts immediately after each use, use the cleaning brush to thoroughly clean the fine mesh holes of the strainer. Brush the inside of the strainer under running water, holding it up towards the light to ensure the fine mesh holes are not blocked.
• Use the cleaning brush provided with the Juice Press. This brush has been specially designed to clean the strainer. Simply place brush inside the stainer and under running water twist the brush left and right to remove the pulp from the strainer. You will need to use the brush provided to clean the inside of the strainer, this should also be done under running water.

Trouble Shooting

Before you call for service review the trouble shooting tips first.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

The rating for model GL 4018 is 20 minutes. Do not operate this appliance for more than the rating period continuously. Allow to cool for 15 minute and then resume operation.

Dishwasher Unsafe
Do not place the attachment parts in the dishwasher violating the warning may cause serious injuries or damage to the product.
Damage Check
Always check the appliance is in good working order and that all removable parts are secure. Check the power cord supply carefully for any cuts or damage.

Tips for Juicing

• Cut food items into small pieces for optimal extraction.
• Do not place ice or frozen fruit into the Juice Press.
• Do not push the food down with excessive force.
• The food pusher is designed to gently push food down.
• Insert food at a regular speed, allowing all the pulp to be extracted. for maximum efficiency, do not rush this process. When Juicing leafy greens or wheat grass, It is suggested that you mix it with fruits or other hard vegetables for optimal results. Juice nuts only with other foods such as soaked soybeans or liquids. The juice from fresh fruit and vegetables is an important part of a balanced diet.
• When selecting fruit and vegetables for juicing, always select fresh and well-ripened specimens. Fresh fruit and vegetables carry more flavor and juice than those that are not properly ripened. Juice is best consumed when freshly made as this is when its vitamin and mineral content is highest.
• Your Juice Press can handle most varieties of fruit and vegetables. If using fruit with hard inedible skin (i.e. watermelons, pineapple, mangoes, etc.)

Store in a Safe Place

• When not in use store your appliance and all its accessories and instruction manual in a safe and dry place.
• Keep away from Children do not let children to operate without supervision. Disassemble after use:
• Appliance should be unplugged and disassembled after use.
  • Do not put anything as a pusher (for chopsticks, spoons etc.) other than pusher itself.
  • Remove any hard seeds or stones.
  • Do not operate with wet hands always peel the skin before piacing in the Juice Press. The skin of citrus fruit should also be removed before fruit is placed in the Juice Press. For better-tasting citrus Juice, also remove the inner white peel from the fruit, Fruit with stones or hard seeds (i.e. mangoes, nectarines, apricots, and cherries) should be pitted before juicing. A small amount of lemon can be added.

The Juice Press is not suitable for juicing very hard and starchy fruits or vegetables such as sugar cane. when juicing fruit and vegetables of different consistency it may help to juice different combinations, i.e. juice soft fruit first, (i.e. oranges) then follow with hard fruit (i.e. apples). This will help you achieve maximum juice extraction. If juicing herbs or leafy vegetables, wrap them together to form a bundle before placing in the Juice Press or combine them with other ingredients for juicing.
Note: The Juice Press will only function if all parts have been assembled correctly the feeding tube is in position.

Glen 230V Electric Slow Juicer GL-4018 Pros & Cons

Pros

• High Juice Yield: Extracts more juice from ingredients compared to traditional high-speed juicers.
• Durable Construction: Made from high-quality, BPA-free materials for long-lasting use.
• Quiet Operation: Runs smoothly and quietly, ideal for early morning or late-night use.
• Easy Cleaning: Detachable parts are dishwasher safe for easy maintenance.
• Versatile Use: Can be used to make juices, smoothies, baby food, and even nut butters.

Cons

• Slow Juice Extraction: The slow-rotating mechanism can be time-consuming for those in a hurry.
• Higher Cost: More expensive than some other juicer models on the market.
• Manual Pulp Ejection: Requires manual ejection of pulp which can be inconvenient for some users.

Customer Reviews

Customers have generally praised the Glen 230V Electric Slow Juicer GL-4018 for its performance and durability. Many have noted that it produces high-quality juices with minimal effort and is easy to clean. However, some users have mentioned that the slow juicing process can be time-consuming and that the price is slightly higher than expected.

Some common complaints include the need for manual pulp ejection and the occasional difficulty in feeding certain types of ingredients through the hopper. Despite these minor issues, the overall feedback is positive, indicating that this juicer is a worthwhile investment for those serious about their health and nutrition.