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(More customer reviews)What can I say, after reading multiple reviews of just about every juicer that Amazon sells; well 275$ was as high as I would go so I stopped looking after I hit that price. Almost every negative review on other manufacturers models always said something to the effect, I should have bought a Breville.
I'm not big on buying refurbished/remanufactured items, but the re-manufactured BJE510XL IKon I could not pass up. I would have spent the money on a new one, but the refurbished priced at 101$ when I bought it was too good to pass up. The unit arrived in like new condition; the bulk of the unit is solid metal and not a scratch on it - in fact anything metal was flawless. The plastic "lid" that seals while juicing has a few minor marks on it, but only if you look at in the right light and at an angle -- my guess, the plastic had one or two runs through a dishwasher.
Besides for the plastic containment dome and pulp receptacle the unit is all metal and solid as a rock. The metal base really makes you think you have something of quality. I didn't know anything, including cars, were made out of metal anymore.
Power is exceedingly more than adequate, a quick read through the instructions is advised. The juicing has expelled pulp that looks and feel completely dry, while on the other side you get plenty of juice, even in what I consider wet fruits or vegetables which usually you get at best 30% juice and the rest is some very wet (and lost) juice in the pulp receptacle. Follow the instructions and you'll get most of the juice out either the wettest or driest of fruits and veggies.
You cannot really find a better deal, IMHO - had Amazon not had refurbished, I would have bought a brand new one - worth every penny. But if you can pick up a refurb (you can always return it), I would give it a try.
Unless Breville loses quality control, they have a permanent customer - although as far as the juicer is concerned, I doubt that will be replaced soon. But they do make awesome espresso machines also.
Check out the manual, at the end they have some really good recipes, including recipes to use the leftover pulp in cakes, soup among many other things. Trust me, the pulp put in banana or zucchini bread gives you such a moist, yet good for you, you'll never throw out the pulp again. For people with kids, put some of the pulp in cookies -- kids will never know, and probably want more more more.
Just one guys opinion.
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Remanufactured Breville XXBJE510XL Ikon 900-Watt Variable-Speed Juice ExtractorHoused in attractive stainless steel, this 900-watt juice extractor features a unique five-speed smart juicing system. Its powerful motor comes with a built-in electronic smart chip that increases power to the cutting disc under heavy loads. As a result, the filter extracts more juice and can make an 8-ounce glass of juice in just five seconds. Speeds range from 6500 rpm for softer fruits and leafy greens like cantaloupe or spinach, to 12500 rpm for maximum extraction from denser foods such as apples or beets. The unit's 3-inch circular feed tube makes it easy to process whole fruits and vegetables, without pre-cutting, slicing, or peeling, plus the feed tube sits uniquely positioned directly over the center of the cutting disc for better balance and consistent results. The juice extractor also provides a stainless-steel micromesh filter and cutters, engineering-grade polymers, a backlit control panel, and dishwasher-safe parts for quick cleanup. Accessories include a 1-liter juice jug and froth separator, a detachable spout for juicing directly in to a glass, and a cleaning brush. The juice extractor measures 16-4/5 by 15-1/2 by 10-1/4 inches.
Editor's note: This is a remanufactured small appliance. Remanufactured generally means that the appliance has been returned to the manufacturer, who returns the appliance to like-new condition. Some appliances may contain cosmetic blemishes.
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