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Blodgett (Middleby)  |  SKU: 981 BASE

Blodgett (Middleby) 981 BASE Deck Ovens

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Description

Blodgett 981 Single Gas Deck Oven – Base Section

42" × 32" steel deck | (2) 7" bake chambers | 50,000 BTU

Bring stone-deck consistency to breads, pizzas, pastries and more with the Blodgett 981 single gas deck oven. Its rugged all-steel deck and free-floating burner deliver the blistering, even heat professional kitchens demand, while a stainless exterior and counter-balanced doors stand up to years of daily use.

Key Features
  • 50,000 BTU duplex-tube burner for fast recovery and even chamber heat.
  • Mechanical liquid-pressure thermostat with 200–500 °F (93–288 °C) range.
  • (2) independent 7" high baking compartments on a 42" × 32" steel deck.
  • Full angle-iron frame, 12-gauge reinforced deck and vitreous-fiber insulation on all sides.
  • Counter-balanced doors with concealed hinges & heavy chrome handles—no springs to wear out.
  • Stainless steel front, top, sides and back; aluminized-steel liner for corrosion resistance.
  • Front-access burner door for ignition, cleaning and adjustment without tools.
  • Certified safe & sanitary: cETLus, NSF & CE listed.
Performance & Capacities
  • Holds 24 × 10" pies or 4 × 18" × 26" bun pans per load.
  • 9.34 ft² baking surface per compartment (18.68 ft² total).
  • Field convertible for Natural Gas or LP via removable orifices.
Specifications
Exterior (W × D × H) 60" × 40" × 57-3/4"  (1524 × 1016 × 1468 mm)
Deck size 42" × 32"  (1067 × 813 mm)
Bake chambers 2, each 7" (178 mm) high
Heat input 50,000 BTU/hr
Temperature range 200–500 °F (93–288 °C)
Gas connection 3/4" NPT rear manifold
Manifold pressure Natural Gas 5" W.C. / LP 10" W.C.
Minimum inlet pressure Natural Gas 7" W.C. min. – 10.5" max.
LP 11" W.C. min. – 13" max.
Clearance 6" (152 mm) sides & rear from combustibles
Shipping weight 715 lb (324 kg)
Certifications cETLus, NSF, CE
What's Included
  • Steel deck in both bake chambers
  • Fahrenheit dial (200 °F–500 °F)
  • 2-year parts / 1-year labor warranty
  • 5-year limited door warranty
Popular Accessories (extra cost)
  • Flexible gas hose with quick-disconnect (36" or 48") & restraining device
  • Black legs with casters
  • Stainless steel crown-angle trim
  • Vent kit or draft diverter
  • QHT Rokite 1-1/2" thick pizza stone deck
  • Steam jet kit for artisan bread
  • FDTH thermostat upgrade (300–650 °F)
  • Double-stack connector kit
Factory Start-Up Available: Add Blodgett’s authorized start-up service for trouble-free commissioning. Equipment must be installed and utilities live prior to scheduling.
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Features & Specs

Manufacturer

Blodgett (Middleby)

Certifications

NSF, CE, cETLus

Height

31.5in

Width

60.0in

Depth

40.0in

Shipping Weight

650.0lbs

Interior Width (side - side)

36" - 47"

Deck Qty

2 deck

Exterior Finish

all stainless steel exterior

Interior Finish

aluminized steel interior

Mounting Type

without legs

Specifications

Oven, deck-type, gas, (base oven only) 42"W x 32"D deck interior, (2) 7" high baking compartments, (FTDO) 200-500°F mechanical thermostat, counter-balanced doors with heavy chrome handle, angle iron frame, steel deck, aluminized steel interior, stainless steel top, front, sides and back, 50,000 BTU, cETLus, NSF, CE
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