How To Clean A Juicer

Juicing is a great way to take in healthy micronutrients in your body for boosting immunity mood improvement and more energy. While you can squeeze juice from fruits with your hands, using juicers is an effective way to extract fresh juice from fruits and vegetables.

You can choose a centrifugal juicer, masticating, and triturating juicer depending on your preference. Regardless of the type of juicer you choose, cleaning after use is crucial to prevent decay which leads to mold and bacteria.

With a clean juicer, you will enjoy healthy and fresh juices all the time. Luckily, many juicers feature dishwasher-safe parts for faster cleanup. I will give you a detailed guide on effective tips to clean your juicer the right way.

How To Clean A Juicer?

How often should you clean your juicer? This is a question that many people ask. It doesn't matter the type of juicer that you have, you should always clean your juicer after every use. If you juice and decide to clean your juicer later, the pulp can harden and this makes it difficult to clean the juicer.

However, even with daily cleaning, you also need to give your juicer a perfect deep cleaning. When cleaning your juicer, always ensure you follow the manufacturer's instructions to avoid damaging the components. Below are some tips that will help you clean your juicer effectively.

How To Clean A Juicer Machine? 

Cleaning a juicer machine is easy if you know how to do it right. I will take you through a step-by-step guide on how to clean a juicer.

Things You Need:

• Non-abrasive sponge
• Bottlebrush with soft bristles
• Toothbrush
• Spatula
• Baking soda
• Dishwashing liquid
• Distilled white vinegar
• Microfiber cloth

Cleaning Instructions:

After gathering the essential items, it's now time to start the cleaning process.

Step 1: Power Off The Device

You have to unplug the juicer before you begin cleaning. This is an essential safety measure you should observe when cleaning a juicer. If your juicer is electric, turn it off and unplug it from power.

Step 2: Disassemble The Parts 

Once you have unplugged your juicer, you can now remove the parts of the juicer. Start by removing the pulp and juice collection containers. Remove the other parts so that you can reach the grinding mechanism, plunger, lid, and strainer. Use the spatula to remove the pulp from the container. You can use the pulp to make various recipes.

Step 3: Wash The Juicer Components:

Put enough hot water in the sink and add some dishwashing liquid. Insert the components of the juicer in the sink and let them soak for about 3 minutes. With the non-abrasive sponge, clean the plastic containers. Next, use the toothbrush to wash the strainer and the grinding components.

After cleaning the components, rinse them well with warm water and dry them with the microfiber cloth. Alternatively, you can choose to air dry them.

Step 4: Cleaning The Base

You also need to clean the base of the juicer to give it a sparkling look. Use a damp non-abrasive sponge to wipe the base of the juicer. Do not submerge the base of the machine because it houses the motor. Next, dry the base with the microfiber towel.

Step 5: Reassemble The Machine

After cleaning and drying all the juicer's components and the base, reassemble the parts and your juicer will be ready for the next juicing task.

Deep Cleaning Your Juicer

Even after cleaning your juicer every day after use, it is great to give it a deep cleaning at least once a week. Deep cleaning eliminates any hardened food particles on the components of the machine. This is how you should deep clean your juicer.

Step 1: Eliminate Dried-on Particles

Sometimes the pulp can dry and become hard on the components of the juicer. To eliminate the hardened pulp, put hot water in the sink and add some dishwashing liquid. Add the juicer components and let them soak for about 15 minutes.

Use baking soda on a bottle brush or a toothbrush and scrub the parts gently. Keep rinsing while you continue scrubbing until all the parts are clean.

Step 2: Eliminating Streaks And Water Sports

If you find some water streaks and sports on the containers after cleaning, put distilled white vinegar and soak them for 15 minutes. Pour the vinegar and use a non-abrasive sponge to wipe them. Next, rinse them and use a microfiber cloth to dry them.

How To Clean Juicer Filter Or Mesh Screen? 

The mesh screen or the filter is the hardest part to clean in your juicer. When juicing, the juice passes through the filter and traps the pulp. As a result, the mesh pulp can clog hence affect the quality of juice that you get.

This part works well to help you get pulp-free juice so you should clean it immediately after use. Sometimes, it can be hard to note clogging on the mesh filter. You should check it through a strong source of light to identify clogged holes.

It clogs easily with excess fiber and seeds when juicing fruits and vegetables. It is a great idea to clean the filter right after use to remove the pulp. Before you start cleaning, you can remove the wet pulp easily with a paper towel to keep the mesh screen empty.

If you wait to clean it after some time, then it can harder because of the stuck-on pulp and this affects the performance of the motor. Follow this detailed step-by-step guide on how to clean juicer filter or mesh.

Step 1: Unplug The Machine

You should always unplug the juicer before you start cleaning for safety purposes. The last thing you want to experience is an electric shock.

Step 2: Remove The Filter

Remove the filter from the machine, and this should be an easy process. If you experience difficulty removing the filter, then you should refer to the user manual.

Step 3: Clean With Soapy Water

Insert the filter in the soapy water and let it sit for about 15 minutes. This will be enough time to eliminate debris. At this point, you can still experience some blocked pores which we will deal with in the next step.

Step 4: Use Lemon-water Solution

Squeeze lemon juice in hot water and then soak the filter for more time. This will soften the hardened dirt on the mesh screen or filter. Knock the filter on a soft material to remove the dirt from the holes. On top of that, use a soft-bristle toothbrush to rub the filter to remove all the residue you can see.

Rinse the filter to remove the soapy water and let water pass through the filter holes to give it a thorough cleaning.

Step 5: Check Blocking On Source Of Light

Your filter might appear clean, however, you can still find some blocked pores when you check on a light source. If you still find clogged pores, then you need to repeat the above steps to ensure the blocked pores are clean too.

How To Clean Plastic Parts Of The Juicer? 

Many juicers have plastic parts which can be tough to clean because of the discoloration from fruits and vegetables. If you let the stains stick on the plastic parts, then it becomes hard to clean them. That is the main reason why you should clean them immediately after juicing.

For instance, carrots can discolor the plastic parts of the juicer even after cleaning immediately. You can remove such stains by using dishwashing detergent and bleach and clean the normal way. Follow these steps when cleaning the plastic components of the machine.

Step 1: Unplug 

Unplug the machine properly and remove the plastic components. You can check the instruction manual on how to remove them.

Step 2: Clean With A Wet Cloth

Take a damp cloth and clean the stained parts of the juicer to remove the stains. If the stains are hard to remove, use a soft scrub brush to rub them for about 2-3 minutes. Remember to cover all the parts and corners to remove the residues and stains.

Step 3: Soak Overnight

If you still find the discoloration on the plastic components, soak overnight with lemon water or vinegar. This will help get rid of the discoloration.

Step 4: Drying

After cleaning all the parts, dry them well before you assemble. You can also leave them to air dry but ensure they are not facing direct sunlight because it will discolor the parts.

Additional Tips You Should Follow To Clean Your Juicer Faster!

Here are other additional tips that you should know to make cleaning your juicer easier and faster.

Frequently Asked Questions - FAQs

Q: How do you clean a juicer buildup?
A: Even after cleaning your juicer after every use, you can still find some build-up from dried fruit particles or minerals. To remove the residues, mix water and vinegar in an equal ratio and then add some lemon juice. Let it soak overnight and then clean it.

Q: How do you deep clean a juicer filter?
A: Add some hot water to a bowl and add soap. Insert the filter and soak it for around 10 minutes after you are through with juicing. If the filter has dried-up pulp, the pores can be blocked so you will need to do something extra. Soak the filter in warm water, add lemon juice and then soak it for a longer time.

Q: What is the easiest to clean juicer?
A: The easiest way to clean your juicer is after every use. Sometimes you might be tempted to clean the juicer later but this will only make the cleaning process longer. The concentrated liquid and pulp dry and this makes your juicer harder to clean. So, if you want an easy time when cleaning your juicer, make it a habit to clean immediately after juicing.

Q: Do I have to clean my juicer after every use?
A: You should clean your machine thoroughly after every juicing. Most importantly, clean the juicing screen with a cleaning brush to eliminate pulp residues that can block the pore. Follow the instruction manual when you need to soak the juicing screen in your ideal cleaning solution.

Q: How do you clean celery out of a juicer?
A: You can do that by boiling the water and then add some salt. The salt solution will soften the hard residues which makes it easy to clean them off.

Q: Can I put my juicer in the dishwasher?
A: First, you should determine if your juicer is dishwasher safe. You should wash your juicer immediately after use manually or put it in the dishwasher. Most of the juicer parts are dishwasher safe apart from the motor. You, however, need to wash away the wet pulp first.

Conclusion

A juicer is an essential kitchen appliance that you need to prepare healthy juices at home. Knowing how to clean your juicer the right way is important because it will last longer and you will also enjoy high-quality juice. I have given you some pro tips on how to clean a juicer and its components that will help you. I would also recommend you read the manual to understand how you should clean and handle your juicer. Also, when cleaning your machine, avoid using sharp tools that can cause scratches and give your juicer an old look.