Dualit 2+1 Combi Vario 3 Slice Toaster 31213
Product Description
The Dualit 2+1 Combi Vario is a three-slot countertop toaster that handles both standard bread and sandwiches from a single unit. The two-slot side accommodates regular service, while the wider...
Specifications
- Capacity
- 2 or 3 slices
- Colour
- Silver
- Dimensions
- 220(H) x 310(W) x 210(D)mm
- External material
- Polished
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Product Description
The Dualit 2+1 Combi Vario is a three-slot countertop toaster that handles both standard bread and sandwiches from a single unit. The two-slot side accommodates regular service, while the wider third slot — part of the combi configuration — allows for toasted sandwiches or thicker-cut bread, giving operators flexibility without needing two separate appliances on the pass.
Built around Dualit's ProHeat elements, the toaster delivers consistent, even results across each slot. The individual slot controls mean you only run what you need, which matters during quieter periods when running all slots continuously would be unnecessary. For a light-to-moderate breakfast or brunch operation, the throughput is practical and reliable. It is not designed for high-volume continuous toasting across a large hotel breakfast service — for that kind of demand, a conveyor or higher-capacity pop-up toaster would be more appropriate.
From an operational standpoint, the unit offers several day-to-day advantages:
- Individual slot controls reduce energy use during off-peak periods
- Extra-wide slots accept thicker bread and sandwich combinations
- Removable crumb tray keeps cleaning straightforward and quick
- Stainless steel and aluminium construction holds up well to regular commercial use
- Built-in timer supports consistent results across different operators
Installation is straightforward — the unit runs from a standard 13A socket and requires no fixed connection or extraction. At 4kg it is light enough to reposition easily on a counter. The compact footprint means it sits comfortably alongside other countertop equipment without taking up excessive space.
This toaster is well suited to cafés, small hotels, B&Bs, staff canteens, and similar light-service environments where a reliable, flexible toasting solution is needed without the complexity or cost of a larger unit. If your operation runs a sustained high-volume breakfast service, it is worth discussing whether a higher-capacity alternative would serve you better.
If you are unsure whether this model matches your service volumes or workflow, the team is happy to talk it through with you.
Key Features
- ProHeat elements deliver fast, even toasting across all three slots
- Extra-wide slots accommodate thick-cut bread and toasted sandwiches
- Individual slot controls allow each slot to be operated independently
- Removable crumb tray simplifies daily cleaning and maintenance
- Stainless steel wrap with aluminium castings for durable countertop use
Operational Benefits
- Handles both standard toast and sandwiches without a second appliance
- Independent slot switching reduces energy consumption during quieter periods
- Consistent timer-controlled results reduce reliance on individual operator judgement
- Quick crumb tray removal supports hygiene compliance with minimal downtime
- Compact footprint keeps valuable counter space free during busy service
Specifications
- Capacity
- 2 or 3 slices
- Colour
- Silver
- Dimensions
- 220(H) x 310(W) x 210(D)mm
- External material
- Polished
- Finish
- Polished Stainless Plus
- Material
- Stainless steel wrap & aluminium castings
- Output
- Up to 65 slices/hr
- Power
- 1.7kW
- Warranty
- 2 Years on Elements & 1 Year Parts
- Weight
- 4kg
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Frequently Asked Questions
- The Dualit 2+1 Combi Vario works well in light-to-moderate breakfast operations such as small hotels, B&Bs, and cafés. For a sustained high-volume breakfast service where toasting demand is near-continuous across a large number of covers, a conveyor toaster or a higher-capacity pop-up model would typically be a better fit. If you are unsure which category your operation falls into, it is worth a conversation before ordering.
- The unit runs from a standard 13A UK socket and requires no hard-wired connection. No specialist electrical installation is needed, which makes it straightforward to position or relocate on the counter as your setup changes.
- Yes — the extra-wide slots are designed to handle thicker-cut bread, bloomer slices, and sandwiches that wouldn't fit a standard-width toaster. The combi configuration means you can run standard toast on the two-slot side while using the wider slot for a different product simultaneously, which is useful if your menu runs a mix of toast and toasted sandwiches during the same service period.