Description

Southbend Platinum, P36A-PPP Gas Range , 36” Plancha, Convection Oven 93000 Total Btu – P36A-PPP

The Southbend P36A-PPP 36″ Heavy Duty Range is a versatile and robust cooking solution designed for demanding commercial kitchens. It features a full plancha griddle with a 1/2-inch thick plate that offers even heat distribution across the cooking surface, making it ideal for searing, grilling, and preparing multiple items simultaneously. Powered by 93,000 BTU of liquid propane gas (LPG), this range delivers high performance, including a 45,000 BTU convection oven that ensures even and efficient baking or roasting. The convection fan helps reduce cooking time while maintaining consistent results, making it perfect for high-volume kitchen operations. This freestanding, heavy-duty range has a manual control setup, giving chefs precise control over the griddle and oven temperature. The stainless steel construction on the front and sides ensures durability and easy cleaning, suitable for the rigors of commercial environments. With its 36-inch width, 40.25-inch depth, and 41-inch height, it offers ample cooking and baking space while maintaining a compact footprint. The combination of a high-performance plancha griddle and convection oven in one unit enhances kitchen efficiency and versatility. Weight and Dimensions: Weight 654 lbs Width 36″ Depth 40.25″ Height 41″

Features

• Features a large plancha top with a plate thickness of 1/2 inch (.500″), offering even heat distribution across the surface, ideal for searing, grilling, and cooking multiple items simultaneously.
• The range delivers a total of 93,000 BTUs, ensuring powerful heat for both the plancha griddle and the convection oven, allowing for efficient high-volume cooking.
• Equipped with a convection oven that provides 45,000 BTUs, ensuring even, quick baking or roasting. The convection fan circulates hot air, reducing cooking times and delivering consistent results.
• The range uses simple and reliable manual controls, allowing chefs to precisely adjust temperatures for both the plancha griddle and the convection oven, perfect for custom cooking needs.
• Made from durable stainless steel for the front and sides, the unit is designed to withstand the demands of commercial kitchens, ensuring long-term durability while being easy to clean.
• Fueled by liquid propane gas (LPG), the range offers efficient energy use, quick heat-up times, and the flexibility of operating in locations without natural gas lines.
• The range is designed for freestanding installation, making it easy to position in various commercial kitchen layouts and ensuring stability during heavy use.
• With a 36″ width, 40.25″ depth, and the combination of the large plancha top and a full convection oven, this range maximizes both cooking and baking space, boosting kitchen productivity.
• Weighing 654 lbs, this heavy-duty unit offers stability and is designed to handle rigorous cooking tasks, making it a reliable choice for high-traffic foodservice operations.

What our Experts Think

• High Heat Output: Delivers a total of 93,000 BTU, with 48,000 BTU from the plancha and 45,000 BTU from the convection oven, ensuring rapid and consistent cooking.

• Versatile Cooking Surface: Features a 29-3/4″ plancha griddle with a 1/2″ thick plate, perfect for searing, grilling, and various cooking methods with even heat distribution.

• Efficient Convection Oven: Equipped with a two-speed, 1/2 HP blower motor, providing even heat distribution and faster cooking times for consistent results.

• Durable Construction: Built with stainless steel front, sides, and rear, ensuring long-lasting durability and easy maintenance for heavy-use environments.

• User-Friendly Features: Includes manual controls, battery spark ignition, and 6″ adjustable stainless steel legs for flexibility in different kitchen setups.

Q&A

Q: What is the Southbend P36A-PPP Gas Range designed for?
A: It’s designed for commercial kitchens needing a versatile, high-performance cooking unit with a 36” plancha and a convection oven for a variety of cooking techniques.

Q: How much cooking power does it provide?
A: The P36A-PPP delivers 93,000 total BTU, offering efficient and reliable cooking power for grilling, searing, and baking.

Q: What are the key features of this gas range?
A: Features include a 36” plancha for even heat distribution and grilling, and a convection oven that ensures consistent baking and roasting, all in a durable stainless steel construction.

Q: Is this model built for heavy-duty use?
A: Yes, the P36A-PPP is built with Southbend’s Platinum Series quality, designed for long-lasting, heavy-duty commercial kitchen performance.

Q: Why should I choose the P36A-PPP for my kitchen?
A: This unit combines the versatility of a plancha for grilling and a convection oven for baking, providing a space-efficient, high-output solution for high-volume cooking environments.

Maintenance Tips

• Clean Griddle Plate: After each use, scrape the 1/2″ thick griddle plate to remove food debris

• Empty Grease Drawer: Remove and clean the grease collection drawer to prevent buildup.

• Wipe Surfaces: Use a damp cloth to wipe down the stainless steel exterior and interior surfaces.

• Clean Oven Racks: Remove and clean oven racks with warm, soapy water.

• Inspect Burners: Check the three 16,000 BTU burners for proper flame and cleanliness

• Clean Fan Blower: For convection oven models, clean the 1/2 hp, two-speed blower motor to ensure even heat distribution.

• Check Pilot Lights: Ensure that the standing pilot lights are functioning correctly