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Commercial Convection Oven | Electric Oven with Humidity | 4x GN 1/1 Capacity | Buffalo CU769
£1,873.86
/ exc vat
£2,248.63/ inc vat
- Bi-directional Fan
- Push-Button Humidity
- 4x GN 1/1 Capacity
- 50-250°C Temperature Range
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Product Overview
Here’s a real kitchen workhorse for those who need performance without the fuss. The Buffalo CU769 is a powerful, reliable electric convection oven designed to handle the daily demands of a bustling professional kitchen. From baking delicate pastries and hearty pies to roasting succulent joints of meat, its generous capacity and straightforward controls make achieving consistently brilliant results an absolute breeze.
This commercial convection oven is tailor-made for busy cafés, gastropubs, community centres, and small-to-medium-sized bakeries. With space for four full-sized Gastronorm pans (4x GN 1/1), you can easily ramp up production during peak hours. The standout feature is the push-button humidity control; a simple press adds moisture to the cooking process, preventing baked goods from drying out and keeping roasts wonderfully juicy. It's the secret to taking your food quality to the next level.
Built from tough stainless steel and featuring intuitive manual dials, this Buffalo convection oven with humidity is all about durability and ease of use. If you’re looking for a no-nonsense appliance that delivers exceptional, even cooking day in and day out, your search ends here. It’s a smart investment in quality and consistency for any serious food business.
Key Features and Benefits
- Bi-directional Fan: Ensures perfectly even cooking with no hotspots or turning trays.
- Push-Button Humidity: Keeps food moist and succulent, preventing it from drying out.
- 4x GN 1/1 Capacity: Cook large batches at once, boosting your kitchen's output.
- 50-250°C Temperature Range: Versatile enough for everything from slow roasting to flash baking.
- User-Friendly Manual Dials: Simple, robust controls that anyone in the kitchen can use.
- 60-Minute Timer: Helps you keep track of cooking times for perfect results.
- Durable Stainless Steel Build: Built to last and incredibly easy to keep clean.
- Lateral Opening Door: Provides easy, safe access to the oven's interior during service.
Technical Specifications
- Brand: Buffalo
- SKU: CU769
- Dimensions: 550(H) x 700(W) x 790(D)mm
- Capacity: 4 x GN 1/1
- Power: 4.6kW / 20A (Single Phase, Hardwired)
- Voltage: 230V
- Temperature Range: 50°C to 250°C
- Controls: Manual Dial
- Humidity Function: Yes (Push-Button, Water Connection Required)
- Fan Type: Bi-directional
- Timer: 0-60 minutes & non-stop mode
- Material: Stainless Steel
Expert Review and Insights
The Buffalo CU769 hits that sweet spot between functionality and affordability that so many kitchens are looking for. It forgoes complex digital interfaces for good old-fashioned dials that just work. The bi-directional fan is a genuinely premium feature at this price point, delivering the kind of even bakes you’d expect from a much pricier unit. It’s a solid, dependable choice.
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- Top-Tier Performance: The cooking is remarkably even across all shelves, a huge plus for batch baking.
- Manual Humidity Input: The humidity function requires a button push, so it's not a 'set and forget' feature.
Case Study: Real Business, Real Results
The Corner Bakehouse in Harrogate, North Yorkshire, was struggling with an old oven that produced inconsistent results due to hotspots. They needed a reliable replacement that could handle their busy morning bake-off without constant tray-turning and disappointing spoilage rates.
"The difference is night and day. Our sausage rolls are perfectly golden all over, and the humidity function has been brilliant for our sourdough. No more dry crusts! It's just a solid, reliable piece of equipment that we can count on every single day."
David Chen – Head Baker
By switching to the Buffalo CU769, The Corner Bakehouse has reduced bake spoilage by over 30% and can now confidently offer a wider range of delicate pastries.
Installation and Maintenance Guide
Setting It Up
- Position the oven on a flat, stable, and heat-resistant surface.
- Ensure at least 20cm of clearance around the unit for proper ventilation.
- This appliance must be hardwired to a suitable mains supply by a qualified electrician.
- For the humidity function, connect a mains water supply to the inlet at the back.
- Before first use, heat the empty oven to 200°C for 30 minutes to burn off any manufacturing residues.
Keeping It Going
- After each use, allow the oven to cool and then wipe the interior with a soft, damp cloth.
- Regularly check the door seal for damage or food debris to ensure it closes tightly.
- Remove the shelf runners and wash them in warm, soapy water at least once a week.
- If you live in a hard water area, periodically descale the water system to keep the humidity function working effectively.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What does '4x GN 1/1 capacity' mean?
A: It means the oven is designed to hold four standard 'Gastronorm 1/1' trays, which measure 530 x 325mm each. This is the industry-standard size for kitchen pans and trays.
Q: Do I absolutely need a water connection to use this oven?
A: No, the oven works perfectly as a standard convection oven without a water supply. The connection is only needed if you want to use the push-button humidity function.
Q: What is a bi-directional fan?
A: It's a fan that automatically reverses its direction of spin during cooking. This circulates hot air more evenly throughout the oven, eliminating 'hot spots' and ensuring consistent results on every shelf.
Q: Is this a 'plug-in' single phase commercial oven?
A: While it is single phase (230V), its 4.6kW power rating is too high for a standard 13-amp plug. It must be installed and hardwired by a qualified electrician.
Q: What is the maximum temperature of this oven?
A: The oven has a temperature range of 50°C to 250°C, making it suitable for a wide variety of cooking, baking, and roasting tasks.
Q: How does the humidity control work?
A: When you press the humidity button on the control panel, the oven injects a spray of water into the cooking chamber, which instantly turns to steam, adding moisture to the air.
Q: Is it difficult to clean?
A: Not at all. The full stainless steel construction and removable internal shelf runners make daily cleaning very straightforward.
Q: Can I use this for baking delicate items like croissants?
A: Yes, the even heat distribution from the bi-directional fan and the optional humidity make this buffalo electric convection oven an excellent choice for baking pastries and other delicate goods.
The Buffalo Promise: Reliability for the Real World
In a commercial kitchen, the most important feature of any appliance is its dependability. That’s the core of the Buffalo philosophy. This brand is renowned for producing no-frills, heavy-duty equipment that stands up to the relentless pace of a professional environment. This oven isn't packed with complicated digital screens or delicate sensors that can fail during a busy service. Instead, it features robust, tactile manual controls that are intuitive to use and significantly less prone to breakdowns. This focus on practical, durable engineering translates directly into long-term value for your business: less downtime for repairs, lower maintenance costs, and the priceless peace of mind that comes from knowing your key equipment won't let you down. Investing in a Buffalo oven is an investment in operational resilience and consistent quality, day in and day out.
Explore more from BuffaloWhy a Bi-Directional Fan Means Better Bakes
Ever had a tray of pastries come out golden on one side but pale on the other? That's often down to a standard oven fan, which only blows hot air in one direction, creating hotspots. The Buffalo CU769 solves this with a clever bi-directional fan. Think of it like automatically turning your baking tray halfway through, but without ever opening the oven door and losing heat. The fan spins one way for a few minutes, then reverses to spin the other way. This simple action ensures hot air circulates into every single corner of the oven, wrapping your food in consistent heat. The result? No more uneven cooking – just perfectly uniform, golden-brown finishes, from the front of the tray to the back.
Who Should Buy This?
- Busy Cafés: Perfect for baking batches of pastries, cakes, and scones, with the humidity function keeping them perfectly moist.
- Gastropubs & Restaurants: An ideal oven for roasting meats, finishing dishes, and reliably regenerating pre-prepared meals during service.
- Farm Shops & Delis: Great for producing in-house baked goods like pies and sausage rolls to sell directly to customers.
- Event Caterers: A robust, powerful, and easy-to-operate oven for producing high-quality hot food on-site.
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