TURBO CHEF ECO El Bandido Panini Press Oven
High-quality Panini Press/ Rapid Cook Oven
Using patented TurboChef’s technology, the Eco El Bandido is a rapid cook oven that can operate as a high-speed/high-quality panini press with the flexibility to rapidly cook non pressed foods while requiring less space and consuming less energy.
Built for Speed throughput versatility ventless
Since 1991, TurboChef Technologies, Inc. has pioneered the world of rapid cooking. With innovation and top performance in mind, TurboChef has redefined cooking efficiency by designing rapid-cook ovens that are versatile, user-friendly, and save energy. TurboChef ovens cook faster and produce consistent results without compromising quality
Features
- Panini press mechanism with aluminum anodized upper and lower griddle press plates
- Single motor vertically circulates air impingement
- Top-launched RF energy
- Stirrer to help ensure even distribution of air and RF energy
- Integral recirculating catalytic converter for UL® (KNLZ) listed ventless operation
- External air filtration
- Smart menu system capable of storing up to 256 recipes
Customizable menu settings via Wi-Fi (additional fees apply), USB, or manual entry - IoT enabled for OpenKitchen
- Flash firmware updates via USB
- Single or dual-temperature interface
- Self-diagnostics for monitoring oven components and performance
- Smart Voltage Sensor Technology (U.S. only)
- Stackable (requires stacking kit)
- Includes plug and cord (6 ft. nominal)
- Warranty – 1 year parts and labor
- Powder-coated color options available (additional fees apply):
- Traffic Red (RAL-3020)
- Yellow Green (RAL-6018)
- Pure White (RAL-9010)
- Jet Black (RAL-9005)
- Blue (RAL-Custom TurboChef Blue)
Cook Times
| Item | Cook Time |
|---|---|
| Nachos | 1 Minute |
| Breakfast Sandwich | 1 Minute 30 Seconds |
| Flatbread | 1 Minute 30 Seconds |
| Cheese Sticks (6) | 1 Minute 50 Seconds |
| Vegetables | 2 Minutes |
Oven Specs
Technical Specs for ECO El Bandido Panini Press Oven
| Exterior Construction | Stainless Steel |
|---|---|
| Interior Construction | Stainless Steel |
| Oven Height | 21.5 in | 546 mm |
| Oven Width | 18.3 in | 465 mm |
| Oven Depth | 23.5 in | 597 mm |
| Oven Weight | 123 lb. | 55.8 kg |
| Cook Chamber Height | 7.2 in | 183 mm |
| Cook Chamber Width | 12.5 in | 318 mm |
| Cook Chamber Depth | 10.5 in | 267 mm |
| Cook Chamber Volume | 0.54 cu.ft. | 15.3 liters |
| Wall Clearance Top | 19 in | 483 mm |
| Wall Clearance Sides | 1 in | 25 mm |
