EP-2-2828

Overview

The Bakers Pride EP-2-2828 Hearthbake Series is a double-deck electric countertop oven for pizza and a range of baking and roasting tasks. Bakers Pride identifies pizza, pretzels, flatbreads and other bakery items as suitable uses. Its two decks provide separate cooking spaces, each with its own door and independently controlled top and bottom heat.

Each deck has a 28" wide by 28" deep cooking area and a 5 1/4" interior height. The manufacturer’s specification sheet gives overall dimensions of 42" wide by 33 1/4" deep by 29" high, with the height stated excluding legs. The product page rounds the depth to 33". The product page lists 4" adjustable legs as standard for this model.

Key Features

• Two cooking decks: The double-deck arrangement provides two separate 28" x 28" cooking areas.
• Independent heat control: Each deck has operator-controlled top and bottom heat for adjusting the balance of heat during cooking.
• Temperature control: The specification sheet lists a thermostat range of 200°F to 750°F.
• Deck options: Cordierite hearth decks are standard; steel decks are available as an option. The specification sheet describes the Cordierite decks as 3/4" thick.
• Viewing and access: Each deck has a tilt-up door with a glass window. The doors are spring balanced.
• Timer: The EP pizza model has a 15-minute electric timer with a continuous-ring audible alarm and manual shut-off.
• Interior lighting: The specification sheet lists interior oven lights as standard.
• Exterior and insulation: The oven has a heavy-gauge Type 430 stainless steel exterior and is fully insulated. The specification sheet identifies the interior as high-heat-resistant 18-gauge aluminized steel.
• Stacking: Bakers Pride says this model may be stacked with another unit to create a four-deck configuration, or stacked on a Bakers Pride convection oven. The specification sheet describes stacking combinations up to four decks high.

Specifications

• Manufacturer: Bakers Pride
• Model: EP-2-2828
• Series: Hearthbake
• Equipment type: Double-deck electric countertop pizza and baking oven
• Deck count: 2
• Cooking area per deck: 28" W x 28" D
• Interior deck height: 5 1/4"
• Deck material: Cordierite hearth decks standard; steel decks optional
• Cordierite deck thickness: 3/4"
• Overall dimensions: 42" W x 33 1/4" D x 29" H; height excludes legs. The manufacturer product page lists depth as 33".
• Legs: 4" adjustable legs listed as standard on the product page
• Power: 9,500 watts for the double-deck 2828 model, according to the specification sheet
• Voltage and phase options: The specification sheet lists 208V, 220–240V, and 230–400V configurations. It gives 1- or 3-phase options for 208V and 220–240V, and 3-phase with neutral for 230–400V.
• Temperature range: 200°F–750°F (100°C–400°C), as listed on the specification sheet
• Heat controls: Independent top and bottom controls for each deck
• Timer: 15-minute electric timer with continuous-ring alarm and manual shut-off
• Exterior: Heavy-gauge Type 430 stainless steel
• Interior: High-heat-resistant 18-gauge aluminized steel
• Warranty: The specification sheet lists a 1-year limited parts and labour warranty.

Installation & Requirements

The EP-2-2828 requires an electrical connection; the specification sheet states that each oven requires a separate electrical connection and that voltage and phase should be specified when ordering. Listed electrical configurations include 208V and 220–240V in 1- or 3-phase, and 230–400V in 3-phase with neutral. Confirm the required configuration for the specific unit before planning its electrical supply.

The specification sheet lists minimum clearances of 1" at the left side, right side and rear for non-combustible construction in North America. Its separate note for combustible construction is explicitly limited to European Community countries and says it does not apply in North America. The provided sources do not specify a ventilation requirement.

The manufacturer lists 4" adjustable legs as standard on the product page. The specification sheet also lists optional leg sets for countertop use and other stacking arrangements. Follow the product documentation for the configuration being installed; do not assume optional legs or accessories are included.

Operation

Each deck has separate, operator-controlled top and bottom heat. This allows the operator to adjust heat independently for each deck and balance the top and bottom heat during cooking. The specification sheet lists infinite heat controls and a thermostat range of 200°F to 750°F.

The EP pizza model’s electric timer is set for up to 15 minutes. It has a continuous-ring audible alarm and manual shut-off. The oven’s spring-balanced tilt-up doors have glass windows, allowing the cooking area to be viewed through the door. The specification sheet also lists interior oven lights as standard.

Applications

Bakers Pride names pizza, pretzels, flatbreads and other bakery items as applications for the EP-2-2828. The series specification sheet also describes the electric deck ovens as suitable for high-volume pizza, baking, roasting and all-purpose operations. The two 28" x 28" decks offer separate cooking areas, making the unit relevant to commercial kitchens handling more than one bake at a time. The sources do not state a production rate or specify how many products fit on a deck.