1712

Overview

The Hobart 1712 is a semi-automatic meat slicer intended for commercial food preparation. Its stated features include a 1/3 HP motor, gear-driven operation, two slicing speeds and an 11 3/4-inch stainless steel knife. The slicer is listed with capacity for products up to 12 inches, or up to 7.5 inches in diameter. These specifications make it suitable for foodservice settings such as deli counters, grocery stores, restaurants, butcher shops and sandwich shops.

The 1712 was released in 1959 alongside the Hobart 1612. The supplied product information identifies the 1712’s automatic slicing capability as a distinction from manual models. The source describes the machine as semi-automatic, so it is best understood as offering automatic slicing assistance rather than being described simply as a fully automatic slicer.

Key Features

• 1/3 HP motor: The product information identifies this as a more robust motor for commercial food preparation.
• Gear-driven operation: The drive system is described as providing smooth, consistent slicing performance.
• Two speeds: High speed is listed at 51 strokes per minute and low speed at 36 strokes per minute. The speed can be changed during operation.
• Semi-automatic slicing: The automatic slicing feature is intended to increase efficiency compared with manual models.
• Adjustable thickness control: An aluminum cast gauge plate allows slice thickness adjustment.
• Positive-angle carriage: The stainless steel carriage uses a gravity-feeding design.
• Product positioning: An adjustable stainless steel fence and chrome-plated cast iron feed grip help position and hold product.
• Removable sharpener: The two-stone sharpening assembly can be removed, and its stones can be replaced.
• Stated certifications: The product information lists NSF/UL certification.

Specifications

• Model: Hobart 1712
• Type: Semi-automatic meat slicer
• Product capacity: Up to 12 inches maximum; products up to 7.5 inches in diameter
• Motor: 1/3 HP
• High speed: 51 strokes per minute
• Low speed: 36 strokes per minute
• Speed control: Speeds can be changed during operation
• Knife: 11 3/4-inch stainless steel knife
• Drive system: Gear-driven
• Electrical: 115V operation
• Motor service information: The cited manual listing says the 1612, 1712 and 1712R models are equipped with Hobart-built motors and are available for single-phase electrical service.
• Bearings: Self-lubricated; a pump-lubricated option is also listed
• Sharpening: Removable two-stone sharpening assembly
• Carriage: Stainless steel, positive-angle, gravity-feeding design
• Feed grip: Chrome-plated cast iron
• Gauge plate: Aluminum cast
• Fence: Adjustable stainless steel
• Construction: Stainless steel and aluminum components
• Safety features: Front and back knife guards; support feet
• Certifications: NSF/UL, as listed in the product information

Installation & Requirements

The listed electrical requirement is 115V operation. The cited manual listing says the Hobart 1612, 1712 and 1712R models are available for single-phase electrical service. Confirm the electrical details on the specific unit before connecting it, particularly when evaluating used equipment, since the supplied information does not specify a plug type or further connection instructions.

Operation

The slicer offers high and low carriage-stroke speeds: 51 strokes per minute at high speed and 36 at low speed. The product information says operators can change speeds during operation. Product rests on the positive-angle stainless steel carriage, which uses gravity feeding, while the adjustable fence helps with positioning. Slice thickness is set using the aluminum cast gauge plate. The semi-automatic slicing feature assists with repeated slicing compared with manual models.

The listed capacity is up to 12 inches, including products up to 7.5 inches in diameter. Product examples in the supplied information include ham, turkey, roast beef, specialty meats, hard and semi-hard cheeses, and bacon. The source also identifies custom thickness requirements and high-volume production as intended uses.

Cleaning & Maintenance

The supplied product information identifies a removable two-stone sharpening assembly for blade maintenance. It can be removed, and the sharpening stones can be replaced. The source describes regular sharpening as a way to maintain cutting precision, but does not provide a sharpening interval or step-by-step sharpening instructions.

The listed bearings are self-lubricated, with a pump-lubricated option also noted. The product information does not provide a cleaning procedure or cleaning interval. The front and back knife guards are listed as safety features; the supplied information does not describe their removal or cleaning.

Applications

The Hobart 1712 is listed for delicatessens, grocery-store deli counters and prepared-food sections, restaurants, butcher shops, sandwich shops, institutional kitchens and catering services. Example products include deli meats such as ham, turkey and roast beef, hard and semi-hard cheeses, bacon and other specialty items. Its adjustable slice thickness and semi-automatic operation are relevant for portioning and repeat slicing in commercial food preparation.