Rational iCombi Pro 10-2/1 Gas Combination Oven

The Rational iCombi Pro 10-2/1 is a ten-level, full-size gas combination oven built for sustained, high-volume production cooking. It runs in landscape orientation, accepting two 2/1 GN pans per level across all ten shelves, and is available in natural gas and LPG configurations — a practical consideration for sites where mains electrical capacity is limited or where gas is the preferred energy source.

In service, the iCombi Pro is engineered to hold consistent output under the kind of continuous pressure that reveals the limitations of lesser equipment. The iCooking Suite monitors and adjusts cooking conditions throughout each cycle, keeping quality stable whether the load is uniform or a mixed batch of proteins, vegetables and bakery items running simultaneously. The iDensity Control system manages airflow and climate distribution across the full height of the cabinet, so results at the top shelf remain as reliable as those at the bottom — even when the oven is running at capacity during a heavy service period.

From a day-to-day operational standpoint, the iCombi Pro offers several practical advantages:

• Intelligent load recognition adjusts cooking conditions automatically, reducing manual intervention during service
• The iProduction Manager sequences mixed loads to optimise timing and energy use across the cabinet
• Automated cleaning cycles are efficient and require minimal operator involvement between services
• Integrated Wi-Fi supports connection to Rational's ConnectedCooking platform for remote monitoring and recipe management
• Programme-driven cooking reduces reliance on individual chef skill for consistent, repeatable production results

Installation requires careful planning. The unit is substantial in both footprint and weight, and will need a dedicated gas supply with pressure and flow rates confirmed by a Gas Safe registered engineer prior to commissioning. Ventilation is a firm requirement — the oven must sit beneath a canopy or connect to a ventilation system appropriately rated for gas equipment at this output level. A floor stand or compatible base unit will be required at most sites. If ConnectedCooking is part of the plan, a stable network connection in the kitchen needs to be in place before installation. These are not complications unique to this model, but they do need working through at the planning stage rather than on the day the unit arrives.

The 10-2/1 is well suited to high-volume operations — hotel kitchens, contract catering facilities, large restaurant groups and central production units where consistent output across extended service periods is a priority. For lower cover counts, a six-level configuration is often a more proportionate fit. Sites running very high throughput across multiple meal periods may find a larger-capacity model better aligned to their production requirements. The gas configuration is particularly relevant where electrical supply is a constraint or where energy cost comparisons favour gas.

Working out which capacity, fuel type or configuration best fits your kitchen is worth doing before you commit. Our team is happy to talk it through with you.