Dualit 96001 Cast Iron Contact Grill | Panini & Caterers Grill
Product Description
The Dualit 96001 is a cast iron contact grill designed for consistent daily use across a range of menu items. It combines a ribbed top plate with a smooth base...
Specifications
- Colour
- Silver
- Dimensions
- 190(H) x 425(W) x 380(D)mm
- Dimension area
- 340 x 230
- Material
- Stainless Steel & Cast Iron
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Product Description
The Dualit 96001 is a cast iron contact grill designed for consistent daily use across a range of menu items. It combines a ribbed top plate with a smooth base plate, giving operators the flexibility to handle paninis, toasted sandwiches, chicken, bacon and similar items without needing separate equipment. Cast iron is the practical choice for a grill at this level — it holds heat well and recovers between uses more reliably than lighter plate materials, which matters during a busy lunch service when the grill is being used continuously.
Thermostatically controlled heat across the full temperature range gives operators meaningful control over cooking intensity, and the neon ready indicator removes guesswork — staff know when the plates are genuinely up to temperature before food goes on. That straightforward feedback loop reduces the chance of undercooked product leaving the pass during a rushed service period.
From a practical standpoint, several features contribute to day-to-day reliability:
- Cast iron plates deliver consistent contact and stable heat retention throughout service
- Ribbed top and smooth base plates handle a broad range of menu items from one unit
- Removable drip tray makes end-of-service cleaning and grease management straightforward
- Stainless steel housing wipes down easily and holds up to routine kitchen conditions
- Replaceable parts support longer service life without full unit replacement
This is a plug-in countertop unit requiring a standard 13A socket — there is no hardwired installation involved. It needs adequate clearance around the unit for ventilation and safe operation. At 20kg, it is stable during use but manageable to reposition for thorough cleaning. It is not designed for continuous high-throughput production; sites running very high covers or requiring dual independently controlled temperature zones would be better served by a heavier-duty unit.
The 96001 is well suited to cafés, sandwich bars, hotel breakfast and lunch operations, and bistros where a reliable, easy-to-maintain contact grill handles daily service without unnecessary complexity. If you are weighing it up against your expected volume or want to confirm it fits your existing countertop setup, the team is glad to help you work through it before you order.
Key Features
- Cast iron plates with ribbed top and smooth base for versatile grilling
- Thermostatically controlled heat for consistent cooking across all menu items
- Neon ready indicator confirms plates are at temperature before service
- Removable drip tray for straightforward grease management and cleaning
- Replaceable parts and stainless steel housing for long-term serviceability
Operational Benefits
- Stable plate temperature reduces inconsistent results during continuous service
- Dual plate configuration handles varied menu items without additional equipment
- Neon indicator reduces risk of undercooked product leaving the pass
- Quick end-of-service clean-down keeps kitchen workflow moving efficiently
- Serviceable components reduce total cost of ownership over time
Specifications
- Colour
- Silver
- Dimensions
- 190(H) x 425(W) x 380(D)mm
- Dimension area
- 340 x 230
- Material
- Stainless Steel & Cast Iron
- Power
- 2.2kW
- Temperature range
- 50°C to 300°C
- Warranty
- 1 Year
- Weight
- 20kg
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Frequently Asked Questions
- It performs reliably in cafés, sandwich bars and hotel kitchens where a contact grill is used regularly throughout the day but is not the sole production workhorse. For sites running very high covers continuously — or where throughput demands rarely allow the grill to rest between batches — a heavier-duty unit with a higher output may be a better fit. If you are uncertain about your volume, it is worth talking through your service pattern before committing.
- The 96001 is a plug-in countertop unit requiring a standard 13A socket, so there is no hardwired electrical work involved. You will need adequate clearance around the unit for ventilation and safe operation. At 20kg it is stable during use and can be moved for cleaning when needed.
- Yes — the 96001 is designed with replaceable parts, which means worn or damaged components can be swapped out rather than replacing the whole unit. This is one of the practical advantages of choosing an established commercial grill from a manufacturer that supports its products with spare parts.