Overview

Roband GSA815SE Grill Station Electronic Timer, 8 Slice, Smooth Plates, 13 Amp

The Roband GSA815SE Grill Station is an Australian-made commercial contact grill designed for high-volume cafes, sandwich shops, takeaways, bars and quick-service kitchens. The cooking plates are manufactured using a high-pressure die-casting process, forming aluminium platens with heating elements embedded directly into the casting, delivering rapid and even heat transfer across a 500 x 275 mm cooking surface. This 8-slice unit produces consistently well-coloured results on sandwiches, paninis, focaccias, meat, poultry and fish, supported by a precise thermostat spanning 50°C to 300°C.

An electronic timer with 4 individual channels, each offering two independently adjustable pre-set periods of up to 10 minutes, allows operators to cook multiple food types simultaneously with audible alerts when each cycle completes. The counter-balanced, self-levelling top plate incorporates a load limiter that prevents the plate from bearing down with its full weight onto whatever is being cooked, protecting delicate fillings and food appearance. One-handed operation, an angled control panel, a front-mounted grease collection box with high splash guard, and the elimination of a rear cable complete a unit built as much for practical daily use as for cooking performance. Supplied with a complimentary heat shield, retainer clip and PTFE non-stick Roband Grill Sheet.

Key Benefits

• Heating elements cast directly into the aluminium plates enable efficient, directional heat transfer with even colouration and minimal hot spots across the entire cooking surface.
• Eight-slice capacity sustains continuous high-volume service, keeping throughput fast during busy breakfast and lunch periods.
• Four individual electronic timers, each with two independently adjustable pre-sets, allow different menu items to be cooked simultaneously without cross-timing errors and with audible completion alerts.
• The counter-balanced, self-levelling top plate includes a load limiter that controls how much force the plate applies to food during grilling or toasting, preventing over-compression of delicate fillings and preserving food quality.
• The top plate holds itself partially open at approximately 45°, enabling one-handed loading and unloading, reducing operator fatigue and speeding up service.
• Selectable heating modes let operators run both plates together or activate the bottom plate alone, providing flexibility for open-faced items or grilling without direct top heat.
• A front-positioned grease collection box paired with a high splash guard simplifies end-of-service cleaning and keeps the surrounding counter clean during use.
• No rear cable reduces the counter footprint, making the unit well suited to compact service areas.
• Constructed from 304 stainless steel and manufactured in Australia, the GSA815SE is backed by a 12-month parts-and-labour warranty and Roband's local service network.

Key Features

• 8-slice (sandwich) cooking capacity across a 500 x 275 mm bottom plate surface.
• Aluminium cooking plates formed by a high-pressure die-casting process, with heating elements embedded within the casting for efficient, directional heat transfer.
• Precise thermostat with a temperature range of 50°C to 300°C and even heat distribution across each plate and between top and bottom plates.
• Electronic timer with 4 individual channels, each with two independently adjustable pre-set time periods of up to 10 minutes, plus audible alert on completion.
• Selectable operating mode: both plates heating simultaneously, or bottom plate only.
• Counter-balanced and self-levelling top plate with a load limiter that governs the downward force applied to food during cooking, protecting contents from being over-compressed.
• Arched handle and counter-balanced mechanism enable easy one-handed operation with the top plate holding open at approximately 45°.
• High splash guard keeps grease and crumbs on the bottom plate during cooking.
• Front-positioned grease collection box for easy removal and cleaning.
• Angled control panel for clear visibility of timer and temperature settings during service.
• No rear cable, reducing the counter footprint.
• Premium smooth top plate finish suitable for paninis, sandwiches, toasties, meat, poultry and fish.
• Plate spacers available separately for grilling very thin contents.
• Constructed from 304 stainless steel; made in Australia.
• 2990 W power output; 240 V single phase; 13 Amp supply connection.
• Includes complimentary heat shield, retainer clip and PTFE non-stick Roband Grill Sheet.
• 12-month warranty (parts and labour).

Specifications

• Width (mm): 560
• Depth (mm): 490
• Height (mm): 275
• Weight (kg): 35
• Colour: Stainless Steel
• Gas Type: N/A (Electric)
• Gas Connection: N/A (Electric)
• Shipping Weight: 30
• Shipping Cubic: 0.147
• Packed Width (mm): 635.0
• Packed Height (mm): 365.0
• Packed Depth (mm): 630.0
• Capacity (Litres): 8 slice
• Power Delivery: 2990w
• Power Rating: 13Amp|2990w
• Power Supply: 240V Single Phase
• Voltage/Phase: 230V 15A Single Phase
• Warranty (months): 12 months
• Country of Origin: Australia
• Australian Made Logo: YES
• Material: 304 Stainless Steel
• Temperature Range: 50°C - 300°C
• Fuel Type: Electric
• Plate Type: Smooth
• Cooking Surface Area (mm): 500 x 275
• Control Type: Electronic Timer
• Temperature Control: Thermostat