Rational iCombi Classic 6-2/1 Gas Combination Oven

The Rational iCombi Classic 6-2/1 is a gas-powered combination oven accommodating twelve 1/1 GN pans — two per shelf in landscape orientation — within a six-level 2/1 GN format. It operates across steam, convection and combination modes, giving kitchen teams control over humidity, airflow and temperature to suit a wide range of cooking tasks. Available in natural gas or LPG configuration, it sits within Rational's current iCombi Classic platform, which is designed to bring reliable, consistent performance to busy professional kitchens without unnecessary complexity.

In service, the iCombi Classic is built to handle sustained output. The ClimaPlus humidity management system allows precise adjustment of the cooking cabinet climate in 10% increments, which helps operators achieve consistent results across repeated loads — particularly useful when cooking proteins, baked goods and vegetable dishes in the same service period. Up to three fan wheels work with the cabinet geometry to distribute heat evenly, which reduces the risk of uneven cooking across a full load and supports high throughput during peak periods.

From an operational standpoint, the unit offers several practical advantages:

• Up to 100 saved programmes with multi-step cooking processes of up to 12 steps, enabling consistent results across different staff skill levels
• Intuitive dial-and-push interface with colour display and clear symbols, reducing the learning curve for new team members
• High-intensity LED chamber lighting for quick visual checks without opening the door
• Automatic cleaning system with overnight capability and phosphate-free tablets, keeping cleaning straightforward and reducing manual effort
• Integrated scale prevention within the care system, helping protect internal components in hard-water areas

Being a 2/1 GN gas unit of this capacity, installation requires a suitable gas supply with appropriate connection and ventilation — typically a commercial extraction canopy rated for gas cooking equipment. The footprint and weight are substantial, so floor loading, access routes and positioning relative to other kitchen equipment should be assessed before delivery. Connection to LPG or natural gas should be carried out by a Gas Safe registered engineer. Adequate clearance for door swing and pan loading should be factored into the kitchen layout.

This unit is well suited to high-volume operations such as hotel kitchens, large restaurant groups, contract catering facilities, central production units and busy banqueting kitchens where consistent output across multiple cooking modes is a daily requirement. For smaller operations — such as a single-site restaurant with moderate covers — a smaller capacity unit within the iCombi Classic range may offer a better fit both operationally and in terms of running costs. For sites with significantly higher volume demands or more complex cooking requirements, it is worth exploring the wider Rational range.

If you are weighing up whether this model is the right size and fuel type for your setup, our team is happy to work through the detail with you before you commit.