Home slicers are safe when you use the guard and the pusher every time. Most injuries come from reaching for the last bit of a roast or from cleaning a plugged-in slicer.
Rules
- Always use the food pusher; never feed food by hand.
- Stop when the piece gets small. Save the end for the stockpot.
- Set the thickness to zero when you're not slicing.
- Unplug before cleaning or changing blades, and wear a cut-resistant glove.
- Keep the slicer on a dry, stable surface. Smoked BBQ Source liked the suction feet on some models for this reason.
- Let it rest if it runs hot; Smoked BBQ Source found the Cuisinart FS-75 needed breaks after about 10 minutes.
Safety features to look for
A carriage lock (Chef'sChoice 615A), a recessed power switch and thick guard (Nesco FS-250), and a blade guard that stays on during cleaning.
