Serv-Ware SMGS-12 12" Countertop Manual Gas Griddle, 1 Burner, 30,000 BTU, 3/4" Steel Plate

Not every kitchen has room for a full flat top, and not every menu needs one. The Serv-Ware SMGS-12 is a compact 12-inch countertop griddle that slips into a narrow gap on the line, beside a fryer or on a bar back counter, and handles the small jobs well: a few eggs, grilled cheese, quesadillas or a short run of burgers. Food trucks, cafés and concession stands use this size to add griddle work without giving up much counter space.

A single 30,000 BTU/hr steel U-shaped burner sits under the 3/4" thick steel plate, run by one manual valve. That is a lot of heat for a 12" section, so the plate comes up to temperature quickly and recovers well between orders.

What you will notice in day-to-day use

• Big heat in a small footprint. One 30,000 BTU/hr burner feeds a single 12" section, so the whole plate stays hot even when you load it up.
• Simple, direct control. A manual valve with a chrome-coated zinc alloy knob lets the cook turn the flame up or down without fuss.
• Ready when you are. A standing pilot keeps the burner ready to light, so there is no hunting for a lighter at the start of a shift.
• Grease goes where it should. An oil collector at the bottom catches runoff, making the end-of-day wipe down quicker.
• Fits your counter. Heavy-duty stainless steel legs adjust to level the griddle on an uneven counter.

Choosing your setup

Gas type: the SMGS-12 ships set up for natural gas, and an LP conversion kit and regulator are included in the box, so a qualified installer can convert it on site if your kitchen runs on propane. Need more surface? The same manual griddle comes in 24", 36", 48" and 60" widths.

Specifications

Before it arrives

• Gas: 3/4" gas line; have a qualified gas installer make the connection and convert it to LP if needed.
• Ventilation: install under a commercial hood following your local code.
• Counter or stand: plan for a sturdy, non-combustible surface at least 13-1/4" wide and about 30" deep, and use the adjustable legs to level it.
• Delivery: ships at about 145 lb, so arrange enough hands to lift it onto the counter.

Warranty

One year parts and labor on the entire unit, counted from installation (up to 18 months from shipment), for commercial use in the United States, from Serv-Ware.

Specifications per Serv-Ware data; subject to change by the manufacturer.