Hobart 1612P User Manual

MODEL 1612P SLICER

1612P

MODEL

1612P ML-104587

EXECUTIVE OFFICES

701 RIDGE AVENUE

TROY, OHIO 45374-0001

FORM 19370 (4-95)

Installation, Operation, and Care of

MODEL 1612P SLICER

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

GENERAL

The model 1612P Slicer is equipped with a Hobart-designed motor and features the exclusive Hobart
Stay-Sharp cast solid stainless steel knife. The model 1612P is available for single-phase electrical
service and is furnished with a cord and plug as standard equipment. The cast aluminum base on the
1612P is coated with a durable oxford gray finish.

Accessories available for the 1612P slicer include the following: The Low Carriage Fence clamps onto
the carriage tray to limit product movement during slicing. The Tubular Food Chute can be used in
place of the carriage tray to slice round items such as lettuce or pepperoni. The Deflector clips on the
knife support underneath the blade to guide the sliced product as it falls away from the blade.

MODEL 1612P SLICER

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INSTALLATION

UNPACKING

Immediately after unpacking the slicer, check it for possible shipping damage. If this machine is found
to be damaged, save the packaging material and contact the carrier within 15 days of delivery.

Prior to installing the slicer, test the electrical service to assure it agrees with the specifications on the
machine data plate.

ASSEMBLY

The container of oil marked Lubriplate FM0-200-AW is for machine lubrication. Refer to

LUBRICATION,

page 8.
Remove the carriage tray from its shipping location, place it in position on the carriage support (Fig.1),

and secure it by tightening the thumb screw. The two washers must be on the bottom, next to the thumb
screw, to fit properly.

Locate the knife sharpener, packed loose in the shipping carton, and store it in a location where you
can find it when the knife needs sharpening. Refer to KNIFE SHARPENING, pages 6 – 7.

Carriage Tray

Thumb Screw

Meat Grip

Carriage Support

PL-40617-1

Fig. 1

ELECTRICAL
WARNING: THIS MACHINE IS PROVIDED WITH A THREE-PRONG GROUNDING PLUG. THE

OUTLET TO WHICH THIS PLUG IS CONNECTED MUST BE PROPERLY GROUNDED. IF THE
RECEPTACLE IS NOT THE PROPER GROUNDING TYPE, CONTACT AN ELECTRICIAN.

CLEAN BEFORE USING

This slicer must be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized after installation and before being used. Refer
to CLEANING, pages 5 – 6.

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