P44

Overview

The Bakers Pride P44 Hearthbake is a commercial countertop electric pizza and pretzel oven for kitchens that need multiple baking surfaces in a compact footprint. The series has two baking chambers, with two decks in each chamber, for four decks total. Each chamber has its own thermostat and timer, so the chambers can be controlled independently.

The P44 is intended for fresh-dough pizza, prebaked crust, pretzels, flatbreads and other bakery products. Food can be baked directly on the deck or on screens, pans or baking sheets. The series is stackable, and the manufacturer lists international voltages.

Key Features

• Two chambers, four decks: Each of the two baking chambers contains two decks.
• Independent chamber controls: Each chamber has an independent thermostat and a 15-minute electric timer with continuous-ring alarm and manual shut-off.
• Top and bottom heat control: The specification sheet lists independently controlled top and bottom Incoloy heating elements.
• Deck options: The series is available with Cordierite decks or brick-lined Cordierite. The brick-lined configuration has a Cordierite ceiling, which the manufacturer says helps increase heat retention and temperature recovery.
• Stainless steel exterior: All models in the series have stainless steel exteriors and 4-inch adjustable legs.
• Stackable construction: The manufacturer identifies the ovens as stackable; stacking kits are listed among the options and accessories.
• Insulated baking chamber: The specification sheet describes the chamber as fully insulated and made from fully welded aluminized steel.

Specifications

• Product type: Commercial countertop electric oven for pizza, pretzels and bakery products.
• Overall dimensions: 26 inches wide by 28.5 inches high by 28 inches deep. The specification sheet notes that the listed height excludes the legs.
• Cooking area: Four square decks, each 20.75 by 20.75 inches.
• Deck arrangement: Two decks per chamber; two baking chambers.
• Deck height: 3.25 inches for Cordierite models and 2.75 inches for brick-lined models.
• Deck construction: Cordierite or brick-lined Cordierite. The brick-lined configuration includes a Cordierite ceiling.
• Exterior and chamber materials: Stainless steel exterior; fully welded aluminized steel baking chamber.
• Insulation: Fully insulated baking chamber.
• Electrical rating: 7,200 watts; the specification sheet lists 208 volts or 220/240 volts, in single- or three-phase configurations.
• Amperage: At 208 volts, 34.6 amps single-phase or 24.3 amps three-phase. At 220/240 volts, 31.3 amps single-phase or 22.0 amps three-phase.
• Plug and cord: The sheet lists a 6-50P plug style and a 6-foot cord and plug on single-phase units.
• Temperature information: The specification sheet’s feature summary lists 300–650°F (149–343°C); its mechanical specifications list a thermostat range of 284–680°F (140–360°C).
• Controls and timers: Independent thermostat for each chamber; two 15-minute electric timers with continuous-ring alarms and manual shut-off.
• Legs: 4-inch adjustable legs.
• Carton dimensions: 33 by 35 by 35.5 inches (width by height by depth).
• Carton volume: 23.7 cubic feet, or 0.68 cubic metres.
• Warranty stated on the specification sheet: One-year limited warranty.
• Listed options and accessories: Stainless steel stand with or without casters, stacking kits, deck brush and scraper, glass-window doors, steel deck, brick-lined conversion kit, Lightstone deck and timers with 60-minute alarms.
• Freight information on the specification sheet: Freight class 110; FOB Allen, Texas 75013.

Installation & Requirements

The specification sheet lists 3-inch clearances at the left, right and back. Its clearance note specifies non-combustible locations for North America; it states that the combustible-location note applies in European Community countries only, not North America. Confirm the applicable location and clearance requirements for the installation before placing the oven.

Electrical configurations listed for the series are 208 volts or 220/240 volts, at 7,200 watts, in single or three phase. Amperage depends on voltage and phase; the specification sheet lists 34.6 amps at 208 volts single-phase, 24.3 amps at 208 volts three-phase, 31.3 amps at 220/240 volts single-phase and 22.0 amps at 220/240 volts three-phase. A 6-foot cord and plug are listed for single-phase units. The supplied materials do not specify a ventilation connection or a gas connection; this is an electric oven.

Applications

The P44 series is suited to fresh-dough pizza, prebaked-crust pizza, pretzels, flatbreads and other bakery products. The manufacturer permits baking directly on the deck or using screens, pans or baking sheets. With two chambers and four decks, it provides multiple baking surfaces while allowing the chambers to be controlled independently. The choice of Cordierite or brick-lined decks lets buyers select the listed deck construction for their kitchen’s baking needs.