Menumaster DEC21E2 Heavy Duty Programmable Microwave 17ltr 2100W
Product Description
The Menumaster DEC21E2 is a compact, heavy duty commercial microwave designed for kitchens where speed and consistency matter. With a 2100W output and 17-litre cavity, it sits in a practical...
Specifications
- Capacity
- 17Ltr
- Colour
- Silver
- Dimensions
- 343(H) x 419(W) x 578(D)mm
- Dimension area
- 171(H) x 330(W) x 305(D)mm
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Product Description
The Menumaster DEC21E2 is a compact, heavy duty commercial microwave designed for kitchens where speed and consistency matter. With a 2100W output and 17-litre cavity, it sits in a practical middle ground — capable enough to handle continuous covers, compact enough to fit into tight service areas without requiring significant counter space or structural modification.
In a working kitchen environment, the DEC21E2 performs reliably during sustained busy periods. The energy distribution system is designed to deliver consistent, even heat throughout the cavity rather than concentrating it at the centre — which matters when you're reheating plated meals or finishing dishes quickly during service. The cavity accommodates a standard half gastronorm pan, which gives it genuine utility in a prep or finishing context rather than just for simple reheating tasks.
Operationally, there are several practical advantages worth noting:
- Up to 100 programmable menu settings reduce the need for staff to judge cook times manually
- Four-stage cooking sequences allow for more precise finishing of multi-component dishes
- A quantity pad adjusts cook times automatically when processing batch quantities
- Ventless operation removes the need for overhead extraction, lowering installation costs
- Straightforward control layout supports fast, consistent use by kitchen staff at all levels
Installation is straightforward compared with many commercial units. There is no requirement for overhead extraction, which makes positioning more flexible — counter placement in a pass, servery, or back-of-house prep area is all practical. The unit runs on a 16A supply, so it is worth confirming your available circuit capacity before installation if your kitchen is already heavily loaded.
The DEC21E2 is well suited to cafés, pub kitchens, staff restaurants, and small to mid-sized catering operations where a reliable, programmable microwave is needed to support a regular service without the footprint or cost of a larger unit. For very high-volume sites running continuous back-to-back covers, a higher-capacity model may be worth considering. Equally, if your requirement is lighter or more occasional, a lower-output unit could be a more cost-effective fit.
If you're not certain whether this model matches your service volume or kitchen setup, we're happy to talk it through before you commit to an order.
Key Features
- 2100W output with even energy distribution across the full cavity
- 17-litre cavity accepts a standard half gastronorm pan
- Stores up to 100 personalised programmable cooking settings
- Four-stage cooking sequences for more controlled finishing of dishes
- Ventless design requires no overhead extraction for installation
Operational Benefits
- Consistent reheating results reduce errors during busy service periods
- Programmable settings allow less experienced staff to operate confidently
- Quantity pad reduces guesswork when processing batch portions quickly
- Ventless operation gives flexible counter placement without extraction costs
- Compact footprint fits tight pass and servery areas without compromise
Specifications
- Capacity
- 17Ltr
- Colour
- Silver
- Dimensions
- 343(H) x 419(W) x 578(D)mm
- Dimension area
- 171(H) x 330(W) x 305(D)mm
- Power
- 3.1kW, 230/240V, 16A
- Warranty
- 3 Years Magnetron Part Only & 1 Year Parts & Labour
- Weight
- 31kg
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Frequently Asked Questions
- The DEC21E2 is built for regular commercial use rather than occasional domestic-style operation, and it handles sustained back-to-back use well in typical café, pub, and staff catering environments. That said, for very high-volume operations running dishes through a microwave almost continuously at peak times, a higher-wattage or larger-cavity unit may offer better recovery and throughput.
- The DEC21E2 runs on a 16A electrical supply and requires no overhead extraction thanks to its ventless design, which keeps installation straightforward and flexible. You'll want to confirm your available circuit capacity if your kitchen is already running significant electrical load, and ensure the counter position allows adequate clearance around the unit for ventilation and access.
- The 100 programmable settings are genuinely practical for kitchens with a fixed or semi-fixed menu, allowing operators to pre-set cook times for specific dishes so that any member of staff can achieve consistent results without judgement calls. The four-stage cooking function adds further control for dishes that need staged heating — useful where you want to avoid overcooking edges while bringing the centre up to temperature.