Why does it slice everything paper thin? I would like thicker slicers.
320684
I know nothing about how it slices, as the spindle broke on the first attempt, and is not available from Hamilton Beach, or anywhere on the internet. A total waste of money, and I will never buy their brand again.
320685
I didn't get the slicer blade with mine, but you might try Abtecparts.com. They may have a different slicer blade that can give you better results. I generally use mine for things like making peanut butter, cauliflower mash, salsa verde and things I want nearly pureed.
320686
My granddaughter has mine at the present but I think you can adjust the blade so it slices thicker.
1132696
I think it depends on how hard you press when slicing. I usually can get a thin slice but my hubby can press hard and get a thick slice. It is very sharp.
558240
What kind of veggies?? Did you take the protective tape off blade and are the blades in correctly?? There are 3 different blades to how you want the veggies. The veggies should be firm so they cut better. I have not had problem with mine and I am not sure what or how you are doing this just guessing!! I hope this helps I do enjoy my slicer and have not had problems..
676708
When the blade is removed, the gears visible are plastic. My biggest complaint is "slippage" in the thickness control....when one is slicing, it's natural to press the food item against the plate that sets the thickness, and it responds by moving slightly on each slice - meaning that unless one is paying attention and resets things every few slices, one is faced with thicker and thicker pieces (in my case) of meat for jerky. Not good.
1174116
You're trying to get more out of this equipment than it's capable of. This cutter is just that ... a cutter. It's not a precision trimmer. If all you need to do is chop a stack of paper in two, this tool will do the job ... mostly. If you're trimming paper or card stock to exact dimensions, you'll probably discover the same thing I did: You spent too much money on a tool that just chops - and not enough for a tool that actually trims.
1590147
If you didn't get an instruction booklet go to http://norpro.com/uploads/pdf/860_866r-instructionbook.pdf. Hope that will help you. Machine will peel, core and slice all at one time or pare only, core/slice only. See booklet. Don't think it will slice thicker or thinner if that is what you are after.
1799616
im away from actually looking at it so i cant be specific. probably not that thick but getting there. if your doing a lot of slicing as it sounds like you are you probably should buy it, you will be happy with it.
2125889
I just used my Hamilton and some slices are this, and turn over, Disc and your slices are thicker Just it number one on machine slow watch as you go. there should be the right slices your looking for. Love this Tool.
51425
I honestly don't know. I have used my cutter to slice parchment but nothing thinner than that. It does a nice job on parchment....doesn't leave a frayed edge or not cut cleanly. I would think if your blade is sharp the cutter would do a fine job.
376982
I have had no luck doing that. Other than thick and thin slicing, this tool mangles fruits and vegetables with the other blade options. It is a huge disappointment.
76913
This is a great slicer but will not cut slices that wide Also, tomatoes do not do the best, because the slices are thin and they tend to fall apart.
401173
OK, I don't have a millimeter measurement to give but the blade is a very heavy razor blade that's sharpened with a bevel on the bottom side and flat on top. Depending what you are cutting some stuff will slice thinner than others. Something hard like a carrot or potato can be extremely thin, but tomatoes will mush up if they are ripe and you try to make the same thin slice. You can adjust it so thin that it stops cutting.I mean harder stuff can be paper thin. I hope that's clear.
243546
This slicer is amazing!Super easy to use and has varied thickness options. Hope this helps.
1754594
I got thin slices also, my husband got thicker ones. He says you need to put more pressure pushing down as you are turning it. Good luck! Sabrina
1132695
It depends on how you slope or angle the slicer. It can be as thick as an empty envelope or as thin as a regular dual bond paper.
2052598
Yeah, slices very thin. We sliced potatoes to around a 1/16" slices and fried them. Worked great I thought
20454
The slices are quite thin...I have sliced apples to add to salads...it worked well for this. I really like this product as it replaces using a mandolin.