Chef's Choice 662 International Professional Electric Food Slicer with 8.6-Inch Diameter Blade
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Product Summary
Manufacturer: Chef's ChoiceBrand: Chef's Choice
Model: 662
Color: silver
Product features:
- Heavy, rugged, powerful, commercial-quality food slicer
- 8.6-inch surgical-stainless-steel blade, with detachable sharpener
- Large food carriage rides smoothly on industrial ball bearings
- Tilted for fast slicing; multiple safety features
- Includes tool to safely remove blade for cleaning
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Kitchen and Housewares Reviews of Chef's Choice 662 International Professional Electric Food Slicer with 8.6-Inch Diameter Blade
Customer Review: Top Notch Home Slicer
Summary: 5 Stars
I first ordered ( November 2003) a model 645 Veri-tilt unit but was disapointed because the "travel" on the slicer was not adaquate to slice my much loved prosciutto.The blade was only 7 inches and was serrated. It also lacked a blade cover so I was sure it would "drag" when slicing. (At $20.00 a pound for good prosciutto I didn't even try!)
In December 2003, I bought the The larger model 662 with the 8.6 inch smooth blade was a far better choice! It had a covered blade that only exposes the cutting edge of the blade to the meat surface. This is also a much safer configuration then the "exposed" blades found on the less expensive models.
The unit is solidly built and appears to be of a very high quality. The travel on the slicing cariage is long enough to cut most meats. The "rump" side of the average prosciutto is still a bit larger than the travle distance of the slicer but this is easily overcome by trimming the sides of the meat to slightly narrow it.
I have been thrilled with how thin this slicer can can "shave" a piece of meat. I can actually read through some of the slices. I have used this slicer to cut Roast beef, salami,turkey,chicken, tomatoes,onions, prosciutto, and even limes! It has never failed to perform as I had hoped. This is truly a "deli" quality slicer even if it is a bit small. Don't get me wrong, it is still a rather large machine and needs a bit of counter and storage space to operate. I actually am happy that it will fit in my cabinet, because my wife wasen't thrilled with the idea of this thing being on the countertop all of the time!
Having this machine has saved me both time and money when entertaining friends. (We throw parties a few times a year and it has made quite an impression on our guests!)
I have not tried the included blade sharpener yet but the instruction are clear and quite simple. I'll post again once I have tried the sharpener.
Thanks, Amazon for a great product and a gracious return policy!
Well it is now the Friday before Super Bowl 42 (4 years later, Feb. 2008) and I said I would let you know how the 662 blade sharpener has performed. Sorry to tell you that I can't do so because I have not had to sharpen the blade yet!! This machine still cuts like new! I have used this slicer on MANY occasions and am still pleased with its overall performance. I will use it again this weekend.
As others have noted clean-up takes a few minutes. The sliding carriage can be put in the dish washer if you like, but the rest is clean by hand!
As far as durability is concerned I have to replace the small plastic "slice-stopper" that keeps items from getting sucked into the blade. This is not dangerous but it can add to clean-up time.
I would still score this "home" slicer at 95/100. Enjoy.
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Description of Chef's Choice 662 International Professional Electric Food Slicer with 8.6-Inch Diameter Blade
Exceptionally durable Chef's Choice Professional Electric Food Slicer. This rugged commercial-quality Slicer meets the needs of busy home cooks, sportsmen, caterers and chefs. It operates at peak power of over 1/4-horsepower and features die-cast metal construction and precision thickness control to slice from deli-thin to 1/2". The powerful, high quality quiet induction motor and tilted design make it perfect for your toughest slicing tasks. The large, commercial quality 8 7/10" fully hardened, fine edge, stainless steel blade slices meats, cheeses, vegetables, breads and fruits quickly and effortlessly. It features an extra large capacity food carriage that rides smoothly on industrial bearings. Rubber feet secure the slicer to the work surface and a double control on / off switch is built-in for added safety. A blade sharpener, a tool for easy blade removal and a serving tray are included. Order Today! Chef's Choice Professional Electric Food SlicerHeavy, rugged, and powerful, this commercial-quality food slicer has a large carriage and tilted design to handle big hams, roasts, and blocks of cheese with speed and ease, as well as small vegetables, luncheon meats, and crusty bread. The 180-watt induction motor operates quietly, and the carriage travels smoothly on industrial ball bearings. Users can clean the slicer's 8.6-inch surgical stainless-steel blade while it's in place, or, when more thorough cleaning is necessary, can remove it safely with a Plexiglas tool that features big thumb screws that attach to the blade and then serve as handles to lift the blade free. Accompanying the slicer is a detachable grinding wheel sharpener. (Detailed sharpening instructions are included.) A thickness adjustment knob calibrated in millimeters permits slicing from paper thin to about .6 inch.
Safety features include a double switch system, where one switch turns the unit and the other switch, spring-loaded for additional safety, operates the blade; an indicator light that serves as a reminder when the blade is rotating; thick Plexiglas guards on the carriage and the food pusher; and a switch that prevents the slicer from operating if the blade guard is not properly in place. Made of die-cast metal, the slicer weighs 29 pounds and measures 19.3 inches wide, 14.6 inches high, and 14 inches deep. It comes with a plastic serving tray. --Fred Brack
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