How to Choose the Right Microwave Oven

A professional kitchen cannot function without a proper microwave oven! As for any other equipment purchase, being familiar with the range of available products will make your decision easier.

Amana offers a wide variety of products for any size kitchen, from small coffee shops to large restaurants. They offer different sizes and wattages to suit any commercial kitchen. Remember, residential microwave ovens are not designed for use in professional kitchens.

Choosing the perfect equipment mostly depends on how you intend to use it. Do you operate a large restaurant, a coffee shop, a bar, a grocery store, a convenience store, a concession, or a cafeteria?

The following advice will help you choose the best option according to your needs.

Amana Products for Restaurants

Amana microwave ovens are suitable for all types of restaurants. Their main products include:

RFS Series :

-       Uses :

• These products are perfect for fast-food restaurants, bars, small restaurants and prep stations.
• Characteristics:
  • 1,200 to 1,800 watts
  • Automatic voltage sensor
  • 34 litre (1,2 cubic ft.) capacity that can accommodate a 16 in. platter
  • Twin antennas for even cooking
  • 100 programmable menu items, 4 stages of cooking, and 5 power levels
  • Advantages:
    • Cooks and steams menu items in a few seconds
    • Easily removable air filter for easy cleaning
    • Ergonomic door handle that opens easily
    • Sealed ceramic shelf for easy cleaning

RCS Series :

-       Uses :

• Small coffee shops, grocery stores, and fast-food restaurants will find the ideal microwave solution within this series.
• Characteristics:
  • 1,000 watts
  • Stainless steel interior and exterior
  • Automatic voltage sensor
  • 34 litre (1,2 cubic ft.) that can accommodate a 14 in. platter
  • Motor driven antenna for even heat distribution
  • Touch-screen controls with 100 programmable menu items, 4 stages of cooking, and 5 power levels
  • Touch-screen control panel and dial
  • Advantages:
    • Tempered glass outer window
    • Heats menu items in a few seconds
    • Non-removable front air filter
    • Versatile programming options

RMS Series :

-       Uses :

• This range of microwave ovens is ideal for convenience stores, dessert stations, hospitals, coffee shops, teachers' lounges, and fast-food restaurants.
• Characteristics:
  • 1,000 watts
  • Solid construction
  • 23 litre capacity (0.8 cubic ft.) that can accommodate a 12 in. platter
  • Motor driven antenna for even heat distribution
  • Inner light allows to see menu items during cooking
  • Buzzer can be set to 3 volume levels
  • Touch-screen controls with 20 programmable menu items, 3 stages of cooking, and 5 power levels
  • Dial controls
  • Advantages:
    • Stainless steel exterior and interior
    • Heats menu items in a few seconds
    • Robust handle

In Conclusion

Whether you operate a large scale restaurant or a fast-food chain, choosing the right microwave oven is a serious affair, just like any other equipment purchase! Our knowledgeable and experienced team has the expertise to help you. Contact us for more information, it will be our pleasure to answer your questions and help you make an informed decision according to your budget and needs.

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