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Panasonic Commercial Microwave Ovens
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A Pedigree in Quality Cooking.

Since the launch of their first commercial microwave oven in 1962, Panasonic has maintained a special commitment to the particular needs of professional caterers.
That commitment, blended with the highest standards in design and production, had found form in their latest range of Professional Microwave and Combination ovens.

This range has been designed, after detailed consultation with a wide cross section of Professionals, to cope with the busiest of kitchens, to provide outstanding reliability and to be simple to operate and clean.

With the widest range available on the market, Panasonic have the best solution for your kitchen...


The Panasonic Range

Gastronorm 4 Heavy Duty Models
Designed to achieve high turnover for multi portion and multi single portion throughput. They accommodate two Ultem type Gastronorm 1/1 (530 x 325mm) containers on two layers. Ideal for sites from sectors such as: Institutional catering - hospitals. Industrial catering - staff canteens, schools. Large restaurants, hotels, public houses.

This range of four heavy duty microwave ovens offers power, strength and large capacity to sustain consistent fast throughput where speed and volume are of the essence. Efficient and robust, designed to endure the most rigorous of duties, these models offer superior quality and profitability to high turnover sites.

NE1540 Click for specifications and larger image.

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  • NE1540 (1500 watts)
  • 4 power levels...High, Medium, Low, Defrost
  • Quad Emission. 4 magnetrons and rotating wave guides for fast and even heating
  • Positive action dial control
  • Stainless steel body and cavity
  • Removable shelf
  • Pull-to-open drop down door
  • Easy clean cavity
  • Large display window
  • Cycle counter...records number of operations
  • 3 year parts and labour warranty

NE2180 / NE3280 Click for specifications and larger image.

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  • NE2180 (2100 watts)
    NE3280 (3200 watts)
  • 4 power levels
  • Quad Emission. 4 magnetrons and rotating wave guides for fast and even heating
  • Positive action dial control timer
  • Stainless steel body and cavity
  • Removable shelf
  • Pull-to-open drop down door
  • Cycle counter - records number of operations
  • Programmable touch controls
  • 16 programs to include 2 and 3 stages
  • Program lock allows one touch operation
  • Manual heating with repeat function
  • Easy clean cavity
  • Large display window
  • 3 year parts and labour warranty

NE1880 Click for specifications and larger image.

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  • NE1880 (1800 watts)
  • 4 power levels
  • Quad Emission. 4 magnetrons and rotating wave guides for fast and even heating
  • Positive action dial control timer
  • Stainless steel body and cavity
  • Removable shelf
  • Pull-to-open drop down door
  • Cycle counter - records number of operations
  • Programmable touch controls
  • 16 programs to include 2 and 3 stages
  • Program lock allows one touch operation
  • Manual heating with repeat function
  • Easy clean cavity
  • Large display window
  • 3 year parts and labour warranty
Program Lock (NE1880/2180/3280)
To allow one touch operation, especially for applications such as sites where a variety of regular programs are used, fast food sites and where de-skilling has been implemented.

Programmable Memory Pads (NE1880/2180/3280)
The power level and heating time for regular dishes can be programmed into the 16 memory pads for speed of operation and consistent results.

2 and 3 Stage Heating (NE1880/2180/3280)
Allows the power level to change during heating e.g. DEFROST for 3 minutes, then HIGH for 1 minute in a single operation thus freeing the operator from constant attendance to reset controls.

Power Requirement
NE-3280... 22.3 amp
NE-2180...16.0 amp
NE-1880...14.8 amp
NE-1540...12.3 amp


Compact 4 Heavy Duty Models
This range of five heavy duty microwave ovens is designed to achieve fast single portion throughput. Ideal for outlets such as fast food sites, vending and other busy establishments such as pub kitchens. Where space is at a premium, these ovens are supplied with a joining plate if stacking is required. The touch control models also offer a x2 and x3 program for multi-single portion heating to ensure accurate results.

NE1846 Click for specifications and larger image.

  • Dial controls, 1800 watts output, 3 power levels

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NE1456 / NE1856 Click for specifications and larger image.

  • Programmable touch pads, 1400 watts / 1800 watts output, 3 power levels

Features on each model

  • All models feature stainless steel body and cavity
  • Smooth easy to clean interior with removable ceiling plate
  • Dual emission top and bottom energy feed ensures even heating
  • Clear digital display of power levels, time and self diagnostic codes
  • Pull-to-open door with wide easy view window
  • Removable air filter for easy cleaning
  • Two ovens can be securely stacked one on top of another
  • Single phase 13 amp supply
  • Self diagnostic
  • 3 years parts and labour warranty

Extra features on touch control models (NE1456 / 1856)

  • 20 programs to include 2 and 3 stages
  • Programmed option for x2 and x3 quantity heating
  • Program lock to allow one touch operation
  • Repeat function (for manual heating only)
  • Clean air filter reminder
  • Cycle counter...records the number of operations
  • Beep tone option

NE1856-2 Click for specifications and larger image.

  • Same as NE1856 above, but offering two-level heating with a removable shelf to maximise throughput.

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Medium Duty 2 Models
Designed for low to medium turnover sites such as sweet areas, fish and chip shops, cafes, back bar operations and ward level reheating.

Simple to use, either manual or touch control, designed to withstand the rigours of commercial use. Whether reheating composite dishes from chilled or snacks from frozen, these latest models complement and expand the existing range, to meet the demands of busy caterers who have medium througput requirements.

Both models feature stainless steel cavity and casings and benefit from the Panasonic 3 year parts and labour warranty.

NE-1027 Click for specifications and larger image.

  • Fully variable power levels from 100w to 1000w
  • Timer dial control
  • Power dial control
  • Stainless steel cavity and casing
  • Single phase 13 amp power supply

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NE-1037 Click for specifications and larger image.

  • 3 power levels
  • 10 programmable memory pads
  • 2 and 3 stage cooking...allows power level to change automatically during cooking
  • Double quantity (x2) function
  • Clear digital display of power level, time, cooking stages, programs
  • Program lock...allows one touch operation of the program pads
  • Self diagnostic
  • Beep tone option
  • Cycle counter...records the number of operations
  • Stainless steel cavity and casing
  • Single phase 13 amp power supply

Light Duty
Designed specifically for light duty operation this product offers excellent value for money combining Panasonic quality with ease of operation and useful features. Ideal when cost is an important factor. Ideal for small pubs, low volume vending sites, offices, shops, garage forecourts, hospital wards and university dormitories.

This light duty touch control microwave oven is a reliable choice for use in low volume commercial applications. When reheating dishes such as snacks or sweets for example, this model is the perfect solution for self-service or assisted service sites requiring consistent performance and assured results.

NE-9051 Click for specifications and larger image.

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  • Stainless steel interior and exterior
  • 6 power levels plus "stand" facility
  • 7 programmable programs
  • Clear digital display
  • Double quantity (x2) function
  • Glass turntable
  • Single phase 13 amp power supply
  • 2 years parts and labour warranty

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