Turbo Chef ECS-9500-205 Eco ST El Bandido High-Speed Oven with Panini Press, Black, 6.2 kW

The TurboChef Eco ST El Bandido (ECS-9500-205) pairs the Eco ST platform with a removable panini press and a taller 7.2-inch cook chamber. Griddle plates sear and press while impingement air and microwave energy finish the inside, so toasted sandwiches, melts and quesadillas are ready in well under two minutes. Finished in black.

Best for:

• Sandwich and panini menus at cafés and delis
• Hotel lobby markets and grab-and-go
• Quick-service operators replacing a contact grill

Key specifications:

• Model: ECS-9500-205
• Cook chamber: 12.5" W x 10.5" D x 7.2" H
• Press: removable anodized aluminum griddle plates
• Electrical: 208/240V, single phase, 30 A, NEMA 6-30P plug
• Max input: 6,200 W
• Dimensions: 16.8" W x 25.6" D x 24.1" H
• Shipping weight: 180 lb

Features:

• Removable panini press mechanism
• One-touch controls with unlimited recipe storage
• Single or dual-temperature interface
• Top-launched microwave with stirrer
• Integral catalytic converter, UL (KNLZ) listed for ventless operation
• Menu updates by USB or Wi-Fi (subscription fees apply)
• Smart voltage sensor and self diagnostics
• Cool-to-touch exterior below 122°F

Installation notes:

• Requires a 208/240V single-phase 30 A circuit and NEMA 6-30R receptacle
• Ships ready to plug in; no hood needed for most menu items (UL KNLZ ventless listing)
• Ventless certification covers most menu items; fatty raw proteins (raw burgers, bacon, bone-in chicken and similar) may still need a hood under local code, so check with your local authority

Warranty:

• 1 year parts and labor from TurboChef