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Installation, Operation, and Care of
MODEL 2912 SLICER
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
GENERAL
The model 2912 slicer is equipped with a
1
⁄2 HP (0.37 kw) electric motor and is available for single-
phase electrical service. The 2912 slicer features the exclusive Hobart Stay-Sharp contoured cast
solid stainless steel knife. The 2912 slicer is designed to slice meat and cheese products. It may
also be used to slice vegetables, such as: tomatoes, onions, etc. The 2912 slicer provides
automatic slicing with six adjustable speeds. Other features include:
The Power Interrupt feature requires the slicer to be manually re-started after a power interruption.
The Gauge Plate and Carriage Interlock feature prevents the Carriage Tray from being removed
unless the Carriage is in the H
OME position (pulled all the way to the front) and the Gauge Plate is
C
LOSED. When the Carriage Tray is tilted horizontally, the slicer will turn OFF if it has not previously
been turned O
FF. Once the Carriage Tray is tilted horizontally or removed, the slicer cannot be
started and the Gauge Plate cannot be opened until the Carriage Tray is returned to its normal
operating position.
The HomeStart feature requires the carriage to be in the H
OME position before the slicer can be
started.
The AutoShutoff feature will turn the slicer off if a full stroke of the carriage has not been made
within a 10 second interval.
INSTALLATION
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 15 days of delivery.
Prior to installing the slicer, test the electrical service to make sure it agrees with the specifications
on the machine data plate located on the right side of the slicer base.
LOCATION
Place the slicer on a suitable counter or tabletop. Allow enough space around the slicer so the
carriage can move freely forward and back.
ELECTRICAL
WARNING: ELECTRICAL AND GROUNDING CONNECTIONS MUST COMPLY WITH THE
REQUIREMENTS OF THE ELECTRICAL CODE IN FORCE.
WARNING: THIS SLICER IS EQUIPPED WITH A THREE-WIRE CORD READY FOR
INSTALLATION OF AN APPROPRIATE GROUNDING-TYPE PLUG. THE PLUG AND ITS
MATING RECEPTACLE MUST BE PROPERLY GROUNDED. CONTACT AN ELECTRICIAN.
PROVIDE PROPER FUSE OR CIRCUIT BREAKER PROTECTION.
© HOBART CORPORATION, 1998
ELECTRICAL DATA
MODEL Volts / Hertz / Phase Machine Amps
230 / 50 / 1 * 3
2912
110-120 / 60 / 1 ** 6
* ML-104838 is provided with painted cast-aluminum automatic base only.
** ML-134137 is provided with polished cast-aluminum automatic base only.