U24-4L

Overview

The Garland U24-4L is a 24-inch U Series commercial gas range with four open burners and an integrated space-saver oven. The burners provide separate cooking positions for pots and pans, while the oven adds baking and roasting capability without requiring a separate oven footprint. The model is listed for natural gas and propane configurations; confirm the fuel shown on the range’s rating plate before connecting it to a supply.

Overall dimensions are 24 inches wide by 34.5 inches deep by 57 inches high. The oven interior measures 20 inches wide by 26 inches deep by 13 inches high.

Key Features

• Four open burners: Each burner has its own control knob and cast-iron ring grate. The manufacturer listing specifies 32,000 BTU/hr per burner on natural gas; the U Series manual specifies 26,000 BTU/hr per open burner on propane.
• Space-saver oven: The oven has a ribbed porcelain bottom and porcelain door liner, with aluminized steel top, sides and back. Its snap-action modulating thermostat has a maximum setting of 500°F.
• Adjustable oven rack: One nickel-plated rack fits a removable three-position rack guide.
• Stainless steel exterior: Stainless steel is specified for the front, sides, backguard, plate rail and legs.
• Cast-iron grates: Heavy-duty cast-iron ring grates support cookware on the open burners.
• Backguard and shelf: The tall backsplash helps contain cooking splatter. Its storage shelf is removable, and a 5-inch plate rail provides a place to finish dishes.
• Drip trays: Sectioned stamped trays with dimpled bottoms collect cooking residue and can be removed for cleaning.
• Gas regulator and levelling: A gas regulator is included. The range has 6-inch adjustable stainless steel legs with adjustable feet.

Specifications

• Manufacturer/model: Garland U Series U24-4L
• Equipment type: Commercial gas range with four open burners and one space-saver oven
• Nominal width: 24 inches
• Overall dimensions: 24 inches W x 34.5 inches D x 57 inches H
• Oven interior dimensions: 20 inches W x 26 inches D x 13 inches H
• Burner input, natural gas: Four open burners at 32,000 BTU/hr each
• Burner input, propane: Four open burners at 26,000 BTU/hr each
• Space-saver oven input: 32,000 BTU/hr on natural gas; 28,000 BTU/hr on propane
• Total input: 160,000 BTU/hr on natural gas; 132,000 BTU/hr on propane
• Oven thermostat: Snap-action modulating thermostat; maximum setting 500°F
• Oven rack: One nickel-plated rack with a three-position guide
• Oven construction: Aluminized steel top, sides and back; ribbed porcelain bottom and porcelain door liner
• Exterior and legs: Stainless steel exterior components and 6-inch adjustable stainless steel legs
• Other components: Cast-iron ring grates, gas regulator, tall backsplash, removable shelf, 5-inch plate rail and stamped dimpled drip trays
• Manual gas pressure figures: Natural gas minimum supply pressure 7 inches WC and manifold operating pressure 4.5 inches WC; propane minimum supply pressure 11 inches WC and manifold operating pressure 10 inches WC
• Gas inlet: 3/4-inch NPT rear connection for 24-inch and 36-inch U Series models
• Listed marks: CSA Flame, CSA Star, cCSAus and NSF are stated in the manufacturer information for the U Series range.
• Published warranty: One-year limited parts and labour, as stated in the retailer listing.

Installation & Requirements

The U Series manual identifies this equipment as commercial cooking equipment and calls for installation by professional personnel. In Canada, the manual says installation must comply with CSA B149 1 and local codes. It also advises consulting the local gas authority during planning to confirm that the available supply and meter can provide the required gas flow.

Connect the range only to the fuel type marked on its rating plate: a unit marked for natural gas must be connected to natural gas, and a unit marked for propane must be connected to propane. The rating plate is behind the lower front panel. The manual gives a 3/4-inch NPT rear gas connection for U Series models 24 inches and 36 inches wide. It specifies minimum supply and manifold operating pressures in the specifications above. The operating pressure must match the rating plate; the manual says pressure should be checked at installation with other equipment on the same line operating. Fixed installations must have an accessible upstream gas shut-off valve.

Operation

Open burners

The U Series manual’s open-burner lighting instructions say to light the pilot adjacent to each burner, then turn the burner valve fully on. It describes the desired burner flame as stable and blue, approximately 1/2 inch high, and impinging on the bottom of a pot placed on the grate. The four burner valves are controlled individually by knobs.

If a burner does not ignite within 4 seconds, the manual says to turn its valve off, wait 5 minutes and try again. If ignition continues to fail, contact a factory-authorized service agency. Do not light the pilots or continue using the appliance if a valve or thermostat control is binding or malfunctioning; the manual says an authorized service technician should inspect it first.

Space-saver oven

The oven uses a snap-action modulating thermostat with a maximum setting of 500°F. Its nickel-plated rack can be placed in any of three guide positions. The product information identifies a keep-cool oven door handle. The supplied manual excerpt gives lighting steps for standard ovens but does not provide the space-saver oven’s specific lighting sequence, so use the instructions supplied for the particular range.

Cleaning & Maintenance

Before cleaning the oven interior, the U Series manual instructs operators to remove the oven racks and guides. It says racks and guides can be washed with mild soap and warm water or run through a dishwasher. The oven’s porcelain interior is identified as a separate cleaning surface from the aluminized steel interior components.

For stainless steel, the manual recommends washing a small area at a time with hot water and detergent so water does not evaporate and leave chemicals behind. Rinse with a clean sponge dipped in sanitizing solution and dry with a soft, clean cloth before the surface dries. If needed, use a paste made from water and mild scouring powder, rubbing with the polish lines rather than against the grain, then rinse. Hot water or a typical bleach solution may be used to sanitize stainless steel.

Do not use steel wool, ordinary steel scrapers or knives on stainless steel. The manual says to use stainless steel, wood or plastic tools if scraping heavy grease or oil deposits. It also notes that overheating may discolour stainless steel and that vigorous rubbing with a scouring-powder paste can usually remove these stains. Avoid stainless steel polishes that leave an oily or waxy film on surfaces that contact food.

The manual states that maintenance and repairs must be performed by a Garland/US Range authorized service agent using genuine Garland/US Range replacement parts.

Troubleshooting

• Burner fails to light: Turn the burner valve off, wait 5 minutes and retry. If ignition continues to fail, consult a factory-authorized service agency.
• Binding valve or thermostat: Do not light the pilots or continue operation. Have an authorized service technician inspect the appliance.
• Gas connection leak check: The manual requires fittings and pipe connections to be checked with an approved gas leak detector, soap solution or equivalent. It expressly warns not to use a flame.
• Uncertain or incorrect gas pressure: Check the rating plate and have operating pressure checked against its specified value. The manual says pressure adjustment, if necessary, may be made at the supplied pressure regulator.

Applications

The four-burner top can support simultaneous stovetop tasks such as heating sauces, boiling pots and cooking side dishes, while the integrated oven handles baking or roasting. Its 24-inch nominal width and space-saver oven configuration suit commercial kitchens that need both burner and oven capability in a compact range footprint. Check cookware fit against the worktop dimensions and oven interior before selecting the unit for a particular menu or pan format.