Commercial Gas Ranges Seattle

Commercial Gas Range Buying Guide for Seattle Restaurants

The range is the backbone of most restaurant kitchens. It boils, sautés, simmers, sears and bakes, often all at once, and it runs from open to close. Choosing the right burner count, griddle layout and oven setup is one of the biggest equipment decisions you'll make.

Many Seattle owners start by looking for a used range, and many found the original Encore Seattle that way when it sold used restaurant equipment. Today Encore Seattle sells only new Atosa equipment. This guide explains why a new range is the better buy for most kitchens, then walks you through sizes, layouts, gas, installation and care.

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New vs. Used Commercial Ranges

Used ranges are everywhere, and they look tough. But a range takes years of heat, boil-overs and grease, and the problems are often inside, where you can't see them.

What wears out on a used range

• Burners: clogged ports from boil-overs give you weak, uneven or yellow flames.
• Pilots and safety valves: worn pilots won't stay lit. A failing oven safety valve can keep the oven from lighting at all.
• Oven thermostat: a worn thermostat runs hot or cold, which ruins baking and roasting.
• Oven door and hinges: bent doors and worn springs leak heat and slow the oven down.
• Griddle plate: on griddle ranges, the plate can be warped or pitted.
• Grates and body: cracked grates, rust and caked grease, which is a fire risk.
• The wrong gas type: converting between natural gas and propane needs a technician and parts.

The warranty gap

Most used ranges are sold as-is. If the oven thermostat or safety valve fails, the repair and the lost sales are yours. Every new Atosa range on this page carries a 1-year parts and labor warranty (US only).

The real cost of a used range

Add up the delivery, the cleanup, the repairs and the risk of losing your main cooking station on a busy night, and a new range often costs less over its first year than a used one.

If you still buy used, check this first

• Light every burner and check for a steady blue flame on high and low.
• Light the oven, let it heat to 350°F and check it with an oven thermometer.
• Check that the oven door closes tightly and the hinges hold it open.
• Look for cracked grates and a warped griddle plate.
• Confirm the gas type and ask for the model, serial number and service history.
• Have a licensed gas technician inspect and install it.

If that sounds like a lot of work, that is the point. With a new Atosa range, none of it is on you.

Burners, Griddle Tops and Combinations

• Open burner ranges (AGR-4B, 6B, 8B, 10B): 32,000 BTU burners under 12" x 12" cast iron grates. Best for sautéing, boiling, sauces and stock work.
• Griddle top ranges (AGR-24G, 36G): a full 3/4" polished steel griddle over an oven. Best for breakfast, burgers and flat-top cooking when you also need to bake or roast.
• Combination ranges (AGR-2B24GR/GL, 6B24GR, 4B36GR): open burners and a griddle on the same top. GR means the griddle is on the right; GL means it's on the left.
• Raised griddle and broiler (AGR-6B-24RGB): 6 burners with a raised 24" griddle and broiler above, and two ovens below.

What Size Range Do You Need?

Count the pans on the stove during your busiest rush, then add one or two burners for growth. If you need more flat-top space, a countertop griddle on an equipment stand next to the range is another option. For extra burners without an oven, see our hot plates.

Compare Every Atosa Range

All AGR ranges have a stainless steel exterior, standing pilots, an oven pilot with 100% safety shut off, ovens that hold 175°F to 550°F, four casters (a leg kit is optional), and a 3/4" NPT rear gas connection with a regulator (5" W.C. natural gas, 10" W.C. propane). They are 31" deep and 57-3/8" tall, except the AGR-6B-24RGB at 31-1/2" deep and 57-1/2" tall. Every model comes in natural gas (NG) and propane (LP), and carries a 1-year parts and labor warranty.

The open burners are 32,000 BTU each. The griddles are 3/4" polished steel with a 20-5/8" deep work area.

Using the Oven

• The oven thermostat holds the temperature you set, from 175°F to 550°F, by adjusting the gas flow.
• Each oven comes with two chrome racks. Extra racks are Atosa part 301100013 for 20" ovens and 301100012 for 26-1/2" ovens.
• Preheat fully before loading, and check the temperature with an oven thermometer when the range is new.
• Keep the oven door closed as much as possible during service to hold temperature.

Installation, Gas and Ventilation

• Use a licensed technician. Atosa's manual says an authorized, licensed technician must install the range. It is not for outdoor use.
• Install under an exhaust hood as local code requires.
• Set it on a level, non-combustible floor. Leave at least 6" on both sides, the back and below.
• Check your gas supply. A 60" range can pull up to 374,000 BTU per hour. Have your plumber or propane supplier confirm the line, meter or tank can handle it with everything else running.
• Use a restrained gas hose. Casters let you roll the range out to clean, so use a gas connector kit with a restraining cable, such as the WA300001.
• Measure the path in. These ranges are 31" deep and up to 792 lb. Check doorways, halls and turns before delivery day.

Cleaning and Care

• Don't hose down or pressure wash the range. The catch tray is the exception.
• No abrasive or corrosive cleaners.

Quick Troubleshooting

If you smell gas, shut off the main gas valve, put out all flames and call 911.

Free Freight to Seattle and the Lower 48: We Handle the Hard Work

Buying a used range usually means renting a truck, finding helpers and moving several hundred pounds of steel across town. When you order a new Atosa range from Encore Seattle, we handle the freight for you:

• Free freight on orders of $500 and up to business addresses in Seattle and anywhere in the lower 48 states.
• Liftgate service included. The truck lowers your range to the curb or parking lot, so you do not need a loading dock or forklift.
• Fast delivery. We offer 1-3 day delivery from 12 distribution centers.
• Tracking sent to you. We email the PRO tracking number and the freight company's contact information.
• Delivery Damage Promise. If the box is damaged, write "BOX DAMAGED" on the delivery receipt, inspect the unit and contact us within 48 hours. We deal with the freight company for you.

Delivery is curbside, so plan to have help ready to roll the range inside on its casters. See the Seattle neighborhoods we serve.

Range Questions

How many BTU is the Atosa 6 burner range?

The AGR-6B is 219,000 BTU: 192,000 from six 32,000 BTU burners and 27,000 for the oven.

Can I get Atosa ranges in propane?

Yes. Every model comes in a natural gas (NG) and a propane (LP) version.

What does GR or GL mean?

The side of the griddle. GR has the griddle on the right, and GL has it on the left.

Do Atosa ranges come with casters?

Yes. Four casters come standard, and a leg kit is optional.

How much space does a range need?

Atosa's manual calls for at least 6" on both sides, the back and below. A 36" range needs about 48" of line width.

Does a gas range need a hood?

Yes. Install it under an exhaust hood as local code requires.

What warranty comes with Atosa ranges?

A 1-year parts and labor warranty, US only.

Should I buy a used range?

Used ranges are usually sold as-is, and oven thermostat and safety valve problems are hard to spot. Read our new vs. used guide above.

Who handles pricing and checkout?

Pricing and checkout are handled by our partner store, The Restaurant Warehouse. Each product page has a button that takes you to the matching listing.

Building out the hot line? See our commercial griddles, charbroilers, hot plates, fryers and all cooking equipment.

Questions about the right range for your kitchen? Call or text +1 (206) 419-5801.