1000CHSSSPLIT

Overview

The Cres Cor 1000CHSSSPLIT is a radiant cook-and-hold oven with a fully insulated cabinet. It is intended for slow cooking, followed by holding food at a selected temperature, and can also reheat prepared meals or bulk items. The manufacturer describes slow cooking as producing flavorful results and reducing shrinkage by 15% to 20%. The product listing identifies the 1000CHSSSPLIT series as discontinued.

The manufacturer’s product information describes electronic controls with a large LED digital display for setting food temperatures. Deluxe models in the series add programmed cook-and-hold cycles and probe cooking; those features are specific to the deluxe model and should not be assumed to be standard on every 1000CHSSSPLIT.

Key Features

• Fully insulated radiant oven cabinet for cook-and-hold use.
• Slow-cooking process described as reducing shrinkage by 15% to 20%.
• 3,000-watt power unit for reheating prepared meals or bulk items.
• Easy-to-read thermometer.
• Manufacturer product information lists solid-state electronic controls with a large, easy-to-read LED display for precise food-temperature holding.
• Deluxe models offer 18 factory- or field-programmed cook-and-hold cycles, customizable for time and temperature, and probe cooking with one 6-inch food-temperature probe.
• Manufacturer information states that the oven can cook and hold over 120 lb. of meat in 5 sq. ft. of floor space.

Specifications

• Manufacturer: Cres Cor.
• Model: 1000CHSSSPLIT; also shown in the manual as 1000-CH-SS-SPLIT.
• Equipment type: radiant cook-and-hold oven.
• Cabinet construction: stainless-steel model designation; the manual distinguishes the SS model from AL models, which have an aluminum outer body with stainless-steel doors and interior.
• Power rating: 3,000 watts for the single split oven.
• Electrical service: 208/240 V, single phase, 60 Hz.
• Manual electrical table lists 14 A at 208 V and 13 A at 240 V; supply requirement is 20 A.
• Plug: NEMA 6-20P.
• Maximum temperature stated on the product page: 325°F (163°C).
• Food holding temperature in the manual: 140°F (60°C) or higher.
• Meat capacity and footprint stated by the manufacturer: over 120 lb. in 5 sq. ft. of floor space.
• Certification stated in the manual: CSA certified to UL 197.
• Listing status: tagged discontinued.

Installation & Requirements

The manual says to remove packing material from inside the oven and vinyl from the outside, then place the cabinet in a well-ventilated area on a level floor. It specifies clearances of 3 inches at the back, 2 inches at the top and 1 inch at both sides. Install the pan-slide racks on the sidewalls if needed, slide the drip pan or pans into the bottom of the compartment, and fit the drip tray bracket and drip tray beneath the door using the designated mounting holes.

The oven is rated for 208/240 V. The manual directs a qualified person to check the voltage selector switch beneath the access cover at the back of the oven near the power cord. Set the switch up for 208 V or down for 240 V, matching the setting to the power source. The electrical table for the 1000CHSSSPLIT lists single-phase service, 60 Hz, a 20 A supply requirement and a NEMA 6-20P plug. The manual states that installation must conform to local codes and that a qualified person should install the oven.

The manufacturer describes the oven as non-venting. The manual explains that low-temperature equipment at a maximum of 250°F does not produce heat, odors, fumes, grease-laden vapors or smoke requiring a hood, and says most jurisdictions consider the manufacturer’s low-temperature ovens, with a stated maximum of 350°F, low-heat appliances not requiring vent hoods. Local code interpretations remain with the authority having jurisdiction. The product page separately gives 325°F (163°C) as the maximum temperature for this oven.

Operation

First use

Before first use, the manual instructs operators to burn off factory oils and glue without food in the oven. Turn the power switch on, set the cook thermostat to 325°F (163°C), set the hold thermostat to 150°F (66°C), and set the timer for one hour. Let the oven complete one hour of cook time and 30 minutes of hold time. Turn it off, allow it to cool, then wipe the interior with detergent and hot water.

Automatic cook-and-hold

After the first-use procedure, turn the power switch on. For hold or cook operation, the manual says to preheat the oven to the desired temperature for 30 minutes. For automatic operation, set the cook thermostat to the required cooking temperature and the hold thermostat to the required warming temperature. Set the timer for the roasting time. When that time expires, the unit automatically switches to the preset hold temperature. The manual identifies 140°F (60°C) or higher as the proper food-holding temperature.

Holding only and shutdown

For holding-only operation, set the hold thermostat to the required temperature and set the timer to zero. The manual warns not to add cold food while the unit is operating in hold mode. To shut down, turn the switch off. Ventilating fans continue to run until the cabinet cools; do not disconnect the power supply while a fan is still operating. The manual also warns that air is very hot when the door is opened. Door vents can be adjusted by opening the door and moving the vent tabs on its inner surface to release humidity.

Cleaning & Maintenance

The manual’s first-use cleaning instruction is to let the oven cool after the burn-off cycle, then wipe the inside clean with detergent and hot water. It also says to retain the manual for future reference. For parts orders, the manual directs users to include all information from the cabinet nameplate. The nameplate is on the back of the cabinet; the manual notes that its model and electrical information are needed when calling with questions or service needs.

Applications

Use the 1000CHSSSPLIT for slow cooking and holding meat, reheating prepared meals, or reheating bulk items. Its cook-and-hold operation suits kitchens that prepare food in advance and need to move automatically from a timed cooking cycle to a preset holding temperature. The manufacturer’s stated capacity is over 120 lb. of meat in 5 sq. ft. of floor space.