Southbend (Middleby)

Southbend Steam GDA-2S Gas Do-All Dual-Pressure Steamer with 36-Inch Cabinet Base, 2-Compartment, 8-16 Pan Capacity

SKU: GDA-2S
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Southbend Steam GDA-2S Gas Do-All Dual-Pressure Steamer with 36-Inch Cabinet Base, 2-Compartment, 8-16 Pan Capacity

Manual Timer Controls, 304 Stainless Steel

Built for high-volume steam cooking, this gas-fired Do-All steamer combines dual-pressure flexibility, 8-16 pan capacity, and durable 304 stainless steel construction.

  • 2-compartment steamer with 8-16 pan capacity for high-volume production.
  • Upper compartment can run pressureless or under pressure; lower compartment is pressure-only.
  • 250,000 BTU boiler is equipped for natural gas or propane.
  • Manual timer controls with visual and audible signals help simplify operation.
  • All-welded 304 stainless steel construction with satin finish supports long-term durability.
  • Standard water treatment system, electronic ignition, automatic blowdown, and CSD-1 boiler controls come included.
  • Mounted on a 36-inch cabinet base with adjustable flanged feet for floor installation.

Overall Dimensions:

40.5"W x 33.88"D x 55.75"H

Product Weight:

1050.0 lb

Gas-Fired 250,000 BTU Boiler

Steam boiler is rated at 250,000 BTU and is equipped for natural gas or propane operation.

Dual-Pressure Upper Compartment

Upper compartment can be used as a pressureless free-venting cooker or as a pressure cooker up to 6 psi; lower compartment is pressure-only.

8-16 Pan Capacity with Universal Pan Supports

Two-compartment design provides capacity for 8 to 16 pans and includes universal pan supports for each compartment.

304 Stainless Steel Construction

All-welded satin-finish 304 stainless steel interior and exterior.

Manual Timer Controls

Independent timer controls with visual and audible signals and a 60-minute timer.

Electronic Ignition and Automatic Blowdown

Electronic ignition and automatic boiler blowdown are standard.

CSD-1 Boiler Controls and Split Water Line

Boiler controls package and split water line are included as standard equipment.

Standard Water Treatment System

Water treatment system is included to support water quality requirements for steam performance.

Cabinet Base and Adjustable Feet

Mounted on a cabinet base with 6-inch stainless steel legs and 4 adjustable flanged feet for floor mounting.

Serviceable Door Construction

Doors include removable inner liners, full-perimeter gasket seals, and wheel-and-screw closing mechanisms.

Type Steam Cooker
Style Do-All Dual-Pressure
Installation Type Floor Model (With Cabinet Base)
Compartments 2
Pan Capacity 8-16 Pans
Controls Manual Timer
BTU 250,000 BTU
Voltage 115 Volts
Phase 1-Phase
Hertz 60 Hz
Amps 2 Amps
Material 304 Stainless Steel
Interior Finish 304 Stainless Steel
Finish Satin
Gas Connection Size 3/4 Inch IPS
Water Inlet Size 1/2 Inch NPT
Drain Connection Size 2 Inch IPS
Water Connection Required
Drain Connection Required
Shipping Width 41 Inches
Shipping Depth 34 Inches
Shipping Height 56 Inches
Shipping Weight 1050 lb.

Certifications & Compliance

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NSF Certified
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CSA Certified

Warranty & Protection

1-year parts and labor

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. The upper compartment can be used as a pressureless free-venting cooker or as a pressure cooker up to 6 psi.
The boiler is equipped for both natural gas and propane gas.
The controls are equipped for 115 VAC, 1 phase, 60 Hz. An optional 220 or 240 VAC, 1 phase, 50 Hz configuration is also listed.
The GDA-2S has an 8-16 pan capacity.
Yes. The drain is 2-inch IPS and must be piped to an open floor drain; no solid connection is used.
Standard features include a water treatment system, universal pan supports, CSD-1 boiler controls, split water line, electronic ignition, and automatic blowdown.

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