Zanduco 3 Pan Open Well Natural Gas Steam Table with Undershelf - 10500 BTU

Three independent 3,500 BTU burners total 10,500 BTU, which is appropriate for a focused buffet holding three full-size pans of protein, starch, and vegetable simultaneously. The five-well version is for broader buffet formats. For a lunch counter or small cafeteria running three rotating hot items, the three-well footprint is more space-efficient without underserving the menu.

The undershelf measures 41.7" x 18.2" x 2" and the polyethylene cutting board is 44.1" x 7.9" x 0.5". At 44.1 inches total width, this is one of the more compact steam table footprints in the open-well gas category, which matters for catering operations and food service counters where linear counter space is constrained.

No. This unit is configured for natural gas and connects via a 1/2-inch natural gas line. It is not a portable propane unit. Running it on propane without a proper orifice conversion creates an incomplete combustion risk and is a safety violation. The Zanduco 3-pan propane version is a separate SKU for portable catering applications.

Running the burners without water in the wells overheats the burner assemblies almost immediately. The wells are not self-draining, so if water evaporates during a long service with inattentive staff, the burners can sustain damage within minutes of going dry. Water level monitoring during service is a daily operational requirement, not an occasional check.

Infinite control knobs allow continuous adjustment from off to full flame rather than stepped settings (low/medium/high). That infinite range lets you dial each well to exactly the output needed to maintain a specific food temperature without cycling on and off, which results in more stable holding temperatures and less risk of overheating delicate items.

Turn all burners off and wait until the water in the wells cools below 120°F before draining. Wipe the well interiors with a food-safe degreaser to remove residue from food contact water. The spillage pan area below the wells accumulates mineral deposits from evaporated water; remove and soak that pan weekly in a descaling solution to prevent calcium buildup that blocks the drain.

1 Year Parts and Labor. Any warranty service on the gas manifold, burner orifices, or gas valve components must be performed by a certified gas technician. Unauthorized repair of gas-supply components voids coverage and creates a safety liability.