Using the Hamilton Beach HJE960 Otto Juice Extractor is easy. First, make sure the juicer is placed on a stable countertop. Plug it into a 120V, 60Hz, 8.5A electrical outlet. Wash your fruits and vegetables, and then simply drop them into the large feed chute. Press the power button, and the powerful motor will start extracting juice at 3600 RPM. When you're done, turn off the juicer and unplug it. For cleaning, disassemble the parts that are easy to take apart. Wash them with warm, soapy water. Make sure all parts are completely dry before reassembling. Don't use abrasive cleaners as they may damage the stainless steel and aluminum parts. Also, always ensure the safety interlock is working properly before using the juicer. This will prevent the motor from running when the lid is open. And remember, this juicer is designed for continuous use, but if it seems to be overheating, turn it off and let it cool down for a while.