Omega 8003/8005 Juicer - Review, Benefits and Features

The Omega 8003/8005 juicer is a single auger masticating style juice machine which will satisfy the needs of the even most demanding juicer.This Omega model is the same as the Oscar Vitalmax juicer sold in Australia, in the United Kingdom and other European countries.

If you're looking for a versatile household juicer that will last for years without breaking down than the Omega 8003/8005 juice extractor worth taking a look at. The Omega 8003 and 8005 have the exact same features only their color differs: the 8003 model is white, the 8005 is black.

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Main Features and Benefits of Omega 8003/8005 Juicer

Low Oxidation - Rich, Healthy Juice -The masticating process slowly crushes the produce than extracts the juice from the pulp. The slow (motor runs at 80 RPM) ensures a higher nutrient content juice that isn't oxidized.
Just compare a glass of apple juice made with a centrifugal juicer and with one that was extracted by a masticating style machine.The juice prepared with the masticating munit will be much lighter in color while the one juiced with the centrifugal machine will hava a brownish color due to oxidation of enzymes and vitamins. One more pro of the slow motor is that there's no heat protecting the nutrients from damage. There's also less foam in the juice made with the Omega 8003/8005.
Two-Stage Juicing Screen - More Effecctive Extraction- the crushed produce is pressed through two fine stainless steel screens to get the highest possible juice yield from the produce - The pulp will be dry indicating the most of the liquid content has been extracted. This has the advantage that you'll need to use less produce to make the same amount of juice than you would with a centrifugal juice machine.
Univesral Juicing - with the Omega 8003/8005 you can juice all kinds of vegetables (carrots and other root veggies, leafy greens, tomatoes), fruits, including citrus fruits, although in case of the latter you need to run them through a few times to get all the juice out. It juices whetagrass and green leaves (cabbage, kale, spinach) even pine needles.
Solid, Sturdy Machine - The Omega 8003/8005 is a well-engineered applaince designed to last many years. The auger is manufactured off U. S. FDA approved melamine ( hard plastic) preventing hazardus metals getting into your food.
Long Warranty, Reliable Service - The manufacturer gives 10 year warranty on all parts and labor.
Simple to Assemble and Disassemble - the parts (auger housing, auger, screen and end cone) fit logically and are easy to put together and take apart after juicing. Parts of the machine: hopper, drum, auger, juicing screen, blank cone, drum cap, plunger, brush, 2 bowls, sieve, nozzles. The sieve fits on both of the bowls. Use it at the end of juicng if you find the juice too pulpy to your taste.
Ease of Use - the Omega 8003/8005 will efficently juice a wide range of produce. You just drop in the well-washed vegetables and fruits and you'll have a fresh, natural juice in a few minutes. Use the plunger if necessary to help the machine tackle the pieces, but if you cut the produce into smaller chunks you won't need the plunger.
Yes, it's slower than a centrifugal juicer like the Omega 9000 or the Breville juice machines but it conserves the nutrient content providing you with a juice that contains a high level of vitamins, enzymes, flavonoids and trace minerals. The built-in reverse feature prevents the machine from clogging ensuring uninterrupted juicing.
Easy Clean Up - washing the disassembled parts is hassle-free. Even the screen which the most difficult part of juicers to clean) is easy to clean. Use the brush to remove the pulp and fibers from between the screen holes.
Silent Operation - Some juicers are very noisy during opeartion but not he Omega 8003/8005. The motor runs smoothly generating very little noise.
Portable - the built-in carry handle allows you to conveniently carry the 16-pound machine - it is on the top of the machine and it folds up when you want to move the unit and it folds back. The handle doesn't get in the way during juicing.
Universal Appliance - The Omega 8003/8005 is not just a juice extractor but with the various attachments it can be converted into a mincer, grinder, nut butter maker, pasta maker - so it is a complete food processor that will help you in many cooking tasks and helps you make your everyday diet versatile and nutritious.
UL Approved so it can be sued in commecrial units such as health clubs and juice shops. TIP: see other Recommended Commercial Juicers.

Oval and Round Nozzles:

chopping and mincing veggies

making nut butters

homogenizing frozen fruits, milk or yogurt - you can make delicious fruit ice creams and desserts

extruding breadsticks

The 4 other nozzles are desined for extrusion of various sizes of pastas. Making soft foods for a baby or elderly people is a breeze with the mincing part. The grinder will handle coffee beans very well.

Conclusion

All in all the Omega 8003/8005 juicer is recommended for those who are going to juice lots of leafy greens. Those who prefer to make juicemainly from apples, citrus fruits, carrots, and other firm vegetables a centrifugal juicer is a better choice.

TIP: the Omega 8006 juicer is an updated version of the 8003/8005 models. The most significant difference is that the model 8006 has a new stronger auger made of GE Ultem material.

Technical Data:

motor power: 1/3 HP (150 Watts)

Auger RPM: 75-80

Power: 110-120 V/50-60Hz

Dimensions:

Height: 8.5"

Length: 15.5"

Width: 7"

Weight: 16 lbs.

Price of the Omega 8003/8005 Juicer: cc. $250-260.

Omega 8003/8005 replacement parts:

the replacement drum costs: cc. $26

the auger is: cc. $46

User Reviews of Omega 8003/8005 Juicer

The Omega 8003/8005 juice extractor have received good reviews and ratings by consumers who 've bought the unit. Here are the most frequent pros and cons according to users of this appliance.

Pros:

Juices carrots and other root veggies well and it excells at handling leafy vegetables.
Vegetables and fruits have to be cut into smaller pieces for effective juicing. The juicer works effortlessly making delicios, healthy juices.
Great for heavy-duty juicing during fasting.
Juices all kind of produce. High juice yield.
Cleaning is easy. You can make delicious desserts from fozen fruits. It's ideal for those who are lactose sensitive since you do not have to add any milk or cream to prepare iced fruit desserts. Just drop in frozen chunks of bananas, strawberries, raspeberies, pineapple and run it through the blank screen.
Unlike other similar units (e. g. Champion juicer) the Omega 8003/8005 juices wheatgrass and other leafy greens well. Stringy vegetables like celery won't wind around the auger slowing it down or clogging it. TIP: read an overview of wheatgrass juicers (manual, electric, comemrcial).
The Omega 8003/8005 is one of the quietest juicng machines.
Strong motor and housing.

Cons:

The feeding chute is not wide enough so you need to cut the produce into smaller pieces.

When juicing citrus fruits you have to run it through the machine a 2-3 times to get the juice out from the fruit.

Omega Juicer 8003/8005 Videos

Juicing Greens Part 1.

Juicing Greens Part 2.

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