Hobart EDGE-12 Operator’s Manual
THE EDGE12 SLICER
MODEL
EDGE12-1 (120/60/1 voltage) ML-136246
EDG E12 SL ICE R
EDGE12-2 (220/50/1 voltage) ML-136247
701 S. RIDGE AVE NUE
TROY, OHIO 45374- 0001
937 332-3000
www.hobartcorp.com
FORM 35283 Rev. B (September 2015)
TABLE OF CONTENTS
GENERAL .......................................... 3
INSTALLATION ...................................... 3
Unpacking ..................................... 3
Electrical ...................................... 4
OPERATION ........................................ 4
Safety ........................................ 4
Slicing ........................................ 5
Cleaning ...................................... 5
MAINTENANCE ..................................... 8
Knife Sharpening ............................... 8
Lubrication .................................... 8
TROUBLESHOOTING ................................. 8
Service ....................................... 8
© HOBART, 2012
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Installation, Operation and Care of
EDGE12 SLICER
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
GENERAL
The Edge12 slicer is equipped with a 1⁄2 hp motor. The slicer Knife is chrome-plated forged carbon
steel. The
nish anodized cast aluminum for easy cleaning. The rear-mounted
with extension behind the
A cord and plug is furnished as standard equipment.
The Edge12 slicer must be thoroughly cleaned, rinsed and sanitized after installation and before
being used. Refer to Cleaning, page 5.
UNPACKING
Immediately after unpacking the slicer, check for
possible shipping damage. If the slicer is found to
be damaged, save the packaging material and contact
the carrier within 5 days of delivery.
Slicer BaSe, product tray, Knife cover, ring guard and gauge plate are made of smooth
Meat grip is hinged on a rod
product tray. The top-mounted knife Sharpener is removable for cleaning.
INSTALLATION
Prior to installing the slicer, test the electrical
service to make sure that it agrees with the
specications on the machine data plate. The data
plate is located on the right side of the slicer base.
product tray is secured to the slicer by turning
The
KnoB below the product tray clockwise until
the
snug (Fig. 2).
Mount the Sharpener on top of the slicer (Fig. 1)
by lowering it onto its post. The
removed for cleaning.
The Slice deflector (Fig. 1) should already be
mounted below the knife.
ELECTRICAL
This machine comes 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.
Model Volts / Hertz / Phase
EDGE12 120 / 60 / 1 4.0 15
Compiled in accordance with the National Electrical Code, NFPA 70, latest edition.
Sharpener can be
ELECTRICAL DATA
Machine
Amps
Fig. 1
Minimum Circuit Ampacity
Maximum Protective Device
AMPS
(R) refers to removable part.
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OPERATION
SAFETY
SAFETY DEVICES INCORPORATED IN THIS SLICER MUST BE IN THEIR CORRECT OPERATING
POSITION ANY TIME THE SLICER IS IN USE.
Knife cover should already be secured in place with the Knife cover KnoB on the left side tightened
The
clockwise (Fig. 1). The
The Meat grip (Fig. 4) helps secure product in position and must be used when slicing short ends to
keep your hand(s) away from the knife.
When the slicer is not running, the index KnoB
(Fig. 2) must be turned fully clockwise so the
gauge plate covers the Knife edge.
Always UNPLUG the power cord before cleaning
or moving the Slicer.
Rotating knife. Unplug machine
power cord before cleaning, servicing or
removing parts. Replace parts before use.
SLICING
ring guard is not removable.
With the
ray forward until it stops. With the Meat grip
t
gauge plate fully closed, pull the product
out of the way, place the product to be sliced on
product tray. Set the Meat grip against the
the
product. Turn the slicer on by pressing the
Switch
Fig. 2
(R) refers to removable part.
ON (Fig. 2).
If the
and rotating it 270° behind the
t
Meat grip is not needed, store it out of the way by lifting it to the top of the Meat grip rod
product tray. Allow it to rest on the small notch of the upper product
ray slot.
Adjust the gauge plate to obtain the desired slice thickness by turning the index KnoB (Fig. 2) to vary
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the slice thickness from paper thin to
⁄16" thick. Use the carriage handle (Fig. 2) to move the carriage
back and forth to slice.
CLEANING AND SANITIZING
Thoroughly clean, rinse and sanitize the slicer after each day’s use or after being idle for an extended
time.
The slicer knife is very sharp. Exercise extreme caution when working near the knife.
Unplug the machine power cord and turn index knob fully clockwise to close the
gauge plate before cleaning the slicer.
Note: Sanitizer concentration shall comply with Section 4-501.114, Manual and Mechanical Warewash-
ing Equipment, Chemical Sanitation – Temperature, pH, Concentration, and Hardness of the FDA Food
Code. If a chemical sanitizer other than chlorine, idine, or quaternary ammonium is used, it shall be
applied in accordance with the EPA-registered label use instructions.
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Cleaning Surface and Parts:
Frequency: The slicer shall be cleaned and sanitized at intervals to comply with national, state
and/or local health codes.
Disassemble all removable slicer parts including
eflector, Knife cover, Knife cover KnoB and Sharpening Stone (See Fig. 1 and 2). Wash all sur-
d
product tray, Meat grip, Meat grip rod, Slice
faces of the machine with warm soapy water, a towel and mild detergent. Also, wash surfaces where
food or liquid can accumulate or where there is frequent hand contact including handles, knobs and
the control panel. Use generous amounts of soapy water on the sharpener hardware and knife hub.
Clean all removable parts with water, a towel and mild detergent (refer to Page 7). Rinse with water
and clean towel. Sanitize and let air dry.
• Excessive amounts of sanitizer and use of products not formulated for aluminum may void your
Hobart warranty.
• DO NOT wash any slicer components in a dishwasher.
• DO NOT hose down slicer or splash excessively with water.
• Use ONLY products formulated to be safe on stainless steel or aluminium.
• DO NOT exceed chemical manufacturer’s recommended concentrations for detergent or sanitizer.
• DO NOT clean any parts of the slicer with a steel pad.
Cleaning Meat Grip and Product Tray:
index KnoB fully clockwise until gauge plate is in closed position. Pull product tray to home
Turn
position. Unscrew knob on
extract
Meat grip rod from the product tray (Fig. 4). Set aside rod and Meat grip. Wash surface area,
product tray and lift to remove (Fig. 3). Unscrew Meat grip KnoB in order to
product tray, Meat grip and Meat grip rod with water, a towel and mild detergent. Rinse, sanitize and
let air dry.
To replace the
Thread
Meat grip rod into product tray extension and then insert into Meat grip. Tighten rod clock-
wise until snug.
product tray, lower the tray onto the carriage and tighten the knob clockwise until snug.
Fig. 3 Fig. 4
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