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Southbend (Middleby)  |  SKU: CSE-4-SB

Southbend (Middleby) CSE-4-SB Steamers (Countertop & Floor)

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Description

Southbend CSE-4-SB Countertop Electric Steamer

4-Pan Capacity • ENERGY STAR® Certified • Auto-Fill / Manual Drain

Deliver lightning-fast, precision steaming in a compact footprint. The Southbend CSE-4-SB combines a 4-position cooking mode selector, clean-water reservoir technology and rugged stainless-steel construction to give busy kitchens the speed, consistency and food safety they demand—while slashing energy and water use.

Why You’ll Love It

  • 4-position selector: OFF, Soft Poach (low), Traditional Steam (medium), High-Heat Steam (fast)—or field-settable to custom temps up to 230 °F (110 °C).
  • Automatic water fill and manual front drain for easy, worry-free operation.
  • Clean Water Reservoir System keeps food out of the water bath for fresher flavor and easier maintenance.
  • 60-minute, audible countdown timer with Clean-Probe and Heating indicator lights.
  • Heavy-gauge 304 stainless-steel cabinet; 316 stainless cooking chamber with coved corners and removable pan supports.
  • Insulated, spring-assist door with hands-free latch and positive lock-and-seal mechanism.
  • Built-in convection fan for even steam distribution and faster cook times.
  • Redundant safety system: door interlock, high-limit heat switch, temperature & water-sensing probes.
  • Stackable design—expand to 8, 10 or 12 pans with optional kits.
  • Certified cCSAus, NSF & ENERGY STAR® for efficient, code-compliant operation.

Technical Specifications

Model CSE-4-SB
Pan Capacity 4 full-size 2 1⁄2"-deep pans (see detailed chart below)
Heating Power 9.8 kW electric element
Voltage / Amps 208 V 1 ɸ 47.1 A  |  208 V 3 ɸ 27.2 A
220 V 1 ɸ 44.5 A  |  220 V 3 ɸ 25.7 A
240 V 1 ɸ 40.8 A  |  240 V 3 ɸ 23.6 A
480 V 3 ɸ 11.8 A
Water Connection ½" NPT (cold-water auto-fill)
Drain Connection 1" NPT (rear)
Shipping Weight 160 lb / 73 kg
Certifications cCSAus, NSF, ENERGY STAR®
Warranty 1-year parts & labor, performed by Southbend Authorized Service
Pan Depth 1" 2 1⁄2" 4" 6"
Pans per Load 8 4 2 1

Popular Accessories (Sold Separately)

  • Stainless-steel stands: 28" single-stack, 23" or 18" double-stack heights.
  • Stacking kit for two CSE units (expandable to 8–12 pan capacity).
  • Lockable hinged control-panel cover for correctional facilities.
Important: For optimal performance and to maintain warranty coverage, incoming water must meet Southbend’s quality guidelines (≤ 60 ppm TDS, pH 6.8–7.3, chlorine ≤ 1.5 ppm). Always purge 2–3 gal of water after installing or changing filtration cartridges.

Intended for commercial use only. Warranty void if installed in residential settings or connected to untreated water that exceeds quality limits.

Features & Specs

Manufacturer

Southbend (Middleby)

Certifications

ENERGY STAR

Operation

manual

Specifications

Steamer, electric, countertop, 4-pan capacity, 4-Position cooking mode selector, auto fill, manual drain, 60-minute timer, clean water reservoir system, insulated door with hands free latch, stainless steel construction, cCSAus, NSF, ENERGY STAR®
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