Overview

Waldorf RN8609E-B 800 Series 900mm Electric Cooktop – Bench Model

The Waldorf RN8609E-B is a 900mm electric cooktop from the 800 Series, configured as a bench model for commercial kitchens requiring versatile, high-output cooking across a large surface. The unit combines a 900mm griddle section with three 3.6kW griddle elements and optional hot plate elements, making it well suited to high-volume venues that need consistent, controllable heat across multiple cooking zones simultaneously.

Built to heavy-duty commercial standards, the cooktop features 304 stainless steel construction throughout the hob, splashback, side panels and griddle splash guards, with 12mm thick mild steel griddle plates alongside element modules and hob spill trays finished in vitreous enamel for easy removal and cleaning. The bench model is supplied with four heavy-duty stainless steel legs and adjustable feet, plus two additional rollers for ease of repositioning, and the entire unit is designed for straightforward front-access cleaning and servicing.

Key Benefits

• Three independent 3.6kW griddle elements with individual thermostats per 300mm section allow precise temperature control across different cooking zones at once.
• Six temperature settings plus a simmer setting give chefs fine-grained control from gentle holding heat up to high-output searing.
• The 12mm thick mild steel griddle plates retain heat evenly and recover quickly, supporting consistent output during busy service periods.
• Hinge-up element and griddle sections combined with front-of-unit access to all components make routine cleaning and maintenance quick and straightforward.
• Removable element modules and hob spill trays, both finished in vitreous enamel, simplify deep cleaning and reduce downtime between services.
• Indicator lights for power and heating on each element control give instant visual confirmation of the operating status of every zone.
• Adjustable bench legs with a height range of 80mm to 105mm allow the unit to be levelled precisely on uneven floors.
• Optional hot plate elements featuring a machine-finished steel plate of 8mm thickness expand the unit's cooking capability without requiring a separate appliance.
• Heavy-duty reinforced, heat-resistant control knobs with easy-view settings withstand the rigours of daily commercial use and remain legible under kitchen conditions.

Key Features

• 900mm griddle bench model from the Waldorf 800 Series
• 3 x 3.6kW griddle elements with energy regulator controls
• Six temperature settings plus simmer setting
• Individual thermostat covering the 50–320°C range for each 300mm griddle section, with dedicated indicator lights for power and heating
• 12mm thick mild steel griddle plates
• Griddle splash guards manufactured from 2.5mm 304 stainless steel
• Welded hob constructed from 1.5mm 304 stainless steel with bull nose edge
• Splashback and side panels in 1.2mm 304 stainless steel
• Front panels in 0.9mm 304 stainless steel
• Aluminised steel internal construction
• Element modules and hob spill trays finished in vitreous enamel, fully removable for cleaning
• 2.4kW open radiant elements housed in heavy-duty welded element frames
• Optional hot plate elements with an 8mm machine-finished steel plate surface
• Energy regulator controls for hot plate elements when fitted
• Large heat-resistant reinforced control knobs with easy-view settings
• Hinge-up element and griddle sections for front-access servicing and cleaning
• All serviceable parts accessible from the front of the unit
• Four 63mm diameter bench legs in 1.2mm 304 stainless steel, heavy-duty construction, with adjustable feet
• Leg height adjustable between 80mm and 105mm
• Two additional rollers supplied for repositioning
• Heavy-duty stainless steel external finish throughout

Specifications

• Width (mm): 900
• Depth (mm): 805
• Height (mm): 530
• Weight (kg): 340.0