Equipex PANINI XL/1_STB 15 1/2" Wide Smooth Top And Smooth Bottom 14" Square Cast Iron Plate Sodir-Roller Grill Commercial Panini Grill, 120V 1750 Watts

The PANINI XL/1_STB commercial panini grill is an electric unit that runs on 120 Volts, 60 Hz, 1-phase, and 15.0 Amps for 1750 Watts and it uses a NEMA 5-15P plug.

This panini unit comes included with 4" high adjustable legs. The PANINI panini grill operates with thermostatic controls that set temperatures up to 570 degrees F. There is a stainless steel front drip tray and stainless steel scraper included with this panini grill.

The PANINI XL/1_STB is the 15 1/2" wide PANINI model Sodir-Roller Grill commercial panini grill from Equipex that features a durable stainless steel base and a 14" wide x 14" deep cooking zone with a Smooth cast iron surface on top and a Smooth cast iron surface on the bottom.

There is an adjustable spring counterbalanced top on this panini grill that gives you precise control over the top-plate pressure. This commercial panini grill is UL listed in the United States and Canada for safety, and it is UL Classified in the United States and Canada to meet NSF 4 Standards.

NOTE: Cast Iron surfaces come pre-oiled with NSF approved food safe grease for protection during storage and transport. This oil can be removed with a warm damp cloth. Any hardened sections of grease can be safely removed with a wire brush and then wiped with a warm damp cloth. You may then proceed with the pre-seasoning of the cooking surfaces as per instructions included with your unit.

Common questions about Equipex Panini Grills:

Is it ok to leave the panini grill on all day, even when there is a slow period?
Yes. Just leave the lid(s) closed when not in use. The unit will only activate when the temperature drops below the set temperature.

How long does the unit take to preheat?
Anywhere between 10 to 20 minutes, depending on the voltage and desired temperature. Generally, 120 Volt units take slightly longer than 208/240 Volt models.

Does the unit need to be seasoned before I use it?
Yes. Before operating your Panini grill, we recommend that you season the surface of the grill plates with cooking oil or shortening. For seasoning, wipe cooking oil or shortening onto the upper and lower grill plates using a clean, lint-free cloth, or coat the plates with cooking oil spray. Turn the grill on with the ON/OFF switch(s) and set the thermostat(s) to 400 degrees F. When the grill reaches the set temperature, the red indicator light will go out. Allow the grill to season for 10 to 15 minutes and then let the grill cool. It is normal for some smoke to appear during this process. Wipe off the excess oil using a clean, lint-free cloth. Repeat this seasoning process at least one more time.

How do I clean the cast iron?
Allow the grill to cool before cleaning. Using the scraper provided and a stiff wire brush, scrape the food residue and carbon from the upper and then lower grill plates. To clean the grill, scrape or brush the debris toward yourself and into the removable drip tray. Use a cloth dampened slightly with a soap and water mixture to clean the stainless-steel housing, upper grill covers, spring protection cover, and drip tray. Clean the grill thoroughly at the end of each day. Failure to do so may cause difficulty when trying to remove build-up. In order to remove carbon build-up from the grill plates, use industry-standard foodservice grade degreasers or grease removers. We do not recommend using soap and water to clean the grill plates. However, if soap and water are used, the grill will need to be re-seasoned.

Equipex PANINI XL/1_STB Features

• PANINI model Sodir-Roller Grill commercial panini grill
• Base Material: Stainless Steel
• Plate Material: Cast Iron
• Plate Type: Smooth Top / Smooth Bottom
• Cooking Zone Dimensions: 14" wide x 14" deep
• Number Of Cooking Zones: 1
• Number Of Top Plates: 1
• Thermostatic controls
• On/off switch and pilot light
• Stainless steel scraper
• Stainless steel front drip tray
• 4" high adjustable legs
• Maximum Temperature: 570 degrees F
• Counter-balanced top plates with adjustable spring
• Electrical specifications: 120 Volts, 60Hz, 1-phase, 15.0 amps, 1750 Watts, NEMA 5-15P plug
• UL listed in the United States and Canada
• UL Classified in the United States and Canada to meet NSF 4 Standards

Equipex PANINI XL/1_STB Benefits

• Durable stainless steel base
• Independent adjustable spring counterbalanced tops provide precise control over top-plate pressure
• Fast preheat time

Overall Dimensions:
Height (Plates Open): 32"
Height (Plates Closed): 14 1/2"
Width: 15 1/2"
Depth: 22 1/4"