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Southbend Steam R24-6 Countertop Electric Convection Steamer, 6-Pan Capacity, Auto Fill/Auto Drain

SKU: R24-6
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Southbend Steam R24-6 Countertop Electric Convection Steamer, 6-Pan Capacity, Auto Fill/Auto Drain

316 Stainless Steel Cooking Chamber, 12" x 20" Pan Capacity, 15 kW

A durable countertop steamer designed for fast, consistent batch cooking with automatic fill/drain convenience and simple timer-based controls.

  • Countertop electric convection steamer with a single 316 stainless steel cooking compartment.
  • Holds six 12" x 20" pans, with removable stainless steel pan supports included.
  • Auto fill, auto drain, and an automatic generator blowdown valve help reduce manual maintenance.
  • 60-minute electromechanical timer, audible alarm, and indicator lights simplify operation.
  • 304 stainless steel exterior, positive-lock door, and coved-corner chamber support durability and easy cleaning.

Overall Dimensions:

24.0"W x 25.0"D x 25.5"H

Product Weight:

169.0 lb

Electric Steam Generator

Electrically heated steam generator rated at 15.0 kW with field-replaceable elements; the unit is field convertible to single phase.

316 Stainless Steel Cooking Chamber

One-piece welded cooking chamber with coved corners for durability and easier cleaning.

304 Stainless Steel Exterior

Satin-finish stainless steel exterior built for long-lasting commercial use.

6-Pan Capacity

Sized for six 12" x 20" pans; capacity varies by pan depth.

Automatic Fill and Drain

Standard auto fill and auto drain operation with split water connections and an automatic generator blowdown valve.

Timer Controls

60-minute electromechanical timer with end-of-cycle audible alarm, illuminated power switch, ready light, and cook light.

Door Seal and Safety

Heavy-gauge stainless steel door with full perimeter gasket, positive lock and seal mechanism, and steam flow interruption when the door opens.

Removable Pan Supports

Includes removable stainless steel pan supports and an integrated stainless steel drip trough.

Delime Access

Rear de-liming port and de-lime mode simplify generator cleaning and maintenance.

Water Treatment System

Standard water treatment system included to help support proper water quality for steam operation.

Type Steamer
Style Counter Convection
Installation Type Countertop
Compartments 1
Controls Electromechanical Timer
Pan Capacity 6
Pan Size 12 Inches x 20 Inches
Material Stainless Steel
Interior Finish 316 Stainless Steel
Finish Satin Finish
Watts 15 kW
Hertz 50/60 Hz
Water Connection Required
Drain Connection Required
Water Inlet Size 3/8 Inch O.D. Tubing
Drain Connection Size 2 Inches IPS
Selling Unit Each
Units Per Case 1
Shipping Width 24 Inches
Shipping Depth 25 Inches
Shipping Height 26 Inches
Shipping Weight 169 lb.

Certifications & Compliance

Certified badge of NSF Certified
NSF Certified

Warranty & Protection

1 year parts and 1 year labor from the date of original purchase.

Frequently Asked Questions

The R24-6 is a 6-pan model. The cutsheet also lists compartment pan capacity by depth as 12 pans at 1", 6 pans at 2-1/2", 3 pans at 4", or 2 pans at 6".
The steam generator is rated at 15.0 kW and is available with multiple voltage options. The unit is field convertible to single phase.
It has a satin-finish 304 stainless steel exterior and a one-piece welded 316 stainless steel cooking chamber with coved corners.
Yes. Standard features include auto fill, auto drain, split water connections, and an automatic generator blowdown valve.
Yes. It can be mounted flush to the countertop or on optional 4" adjustable legs. A stacking kit is also available.
Standard controls include an illuminated three-way power switch (On/Off/De-lime), a 60-minute electromechanical timer with audible alarm, and ready/cook indicator lights.

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