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DCS (Dynamic Cooking Systems) 30-Inch Self-Cleaning Gas Range RGTC-305

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DCS (Dynamic Cooking Systems) 30-Inch Self-Cleaning Gas Range RGTC-305

Date Published: 2/19/07

While many home gourmets enjoying cooking the professional way, they don't enjoy cleaning an oven the professional way, which is manually. As a result, they prefer the DCS (Dynamic Cooking Systems) RGTC-305 with a self-cleaning feature over the far less costly manual-clean DCS RGT-30. Don't get fooled by the lower prices of some commercial models. They often lack a self-cleaning feature, which most of us consider essential.

In every other way, the RGTC-305 matches the outstanding quality and features of the RGT-30. With a huge 4.1-cubic-foot oven and five versatile burners, this range offers the largest cooking capacity in the 30-inch commercial-style category. The incredible versatility is a direct result of the high performance surface burners. The center burner offers amazing flexibility, with a maximum output of 17,500 Btu, and the other burners offer 16,000 Btu to give you the option of preparing more than one dish with a very high flame. You can stir-fry, sear and rapidly boil all at the same time, without giving up any speed, heat or power.

At the opposite end of the spectrum, the patented dual flow burners adjust low enough to maintain a 140-degree simmer -- on all five burners. These widely adaptable burners make it as easy to simmer a sauce as it is to flambé cherries at high heat. Top this off with easy-clean sealed burners and this model can't miss.

Baking with this range is as truly commercial as cooking with the gas burners. Inside the oven you'll find an outstanding forced air convection system that imparts high-quality professional-style results to baking and roasting. The three racks all utilize an incredibly durable and steady roller system. Be sure and try them out on your dealer's sample. You'll be impressed with how sturdy they are and how smoothly they glide in and out of the oven.

Equally impressive is the glass sealed infrared broiler. Lovers of steaks and chops will be duly impressed with the restaurant-like results imparted by this high-powered 15,000 Btu broiler.

Not content with just exceptional cooking performance, DCS has enveloped this range in an outstanding commercial design. Take notice of the unique, sleek patent-pending control knobs.

A handsome model requiring a handsome investment, the RGTC-305 brings restaurant- style luxury to the all-gas range. As impressive to see as it is to use, this model is a sure-fire way to make dinner guests envious.


Pros: Exceptionally powerful and versatile burners, offers self-cleaning
Cons: Very expensive, no timer/clock or other common residential features



Warranty
1 year



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Product Specs

Height
35-3/4"
Width
29-7/8"
Number of burners
5
Number of racks
3
High burner Btu's
17,500 Btu's
Low burner Btu's
max 16,000 Btu's, 140 Degrees simmer
Depth
27-1/2"


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