MKN Grill Unit 10018148 – Electric, Optima 850

Three work zones on a 580 x 470 mm grilling surface set the character of the MKN 10018148 module. Within an 800 x 850 x 700 mm Optima 850 body, that gives a focused work area rather than a full-length griddle, suited to targeted grilling stations in a line.

On a shipboard line-up the 800 mm length and 850 mm depth mean this unit drops straight into an Optima 850 run without adaptation, which simplifies stainless and service coordination with the yard. The 700 mm height keeps the grilling plane at a consistent level with adjacent modules, an ergonomic point for crews rotating between positions during service. At 85 kg net weight (111 kg gross), the appliance is substantial enough that flanging or plinth mounting can be engineered without unusual deck reinforcement; stability and cleaning clearances still have to be detailed to match the vessel’s hygiene standard.

The electrical specification is 400 V with a connected load of 10.5 kW. That figure needs to be carried through to the galley load schedule and switchboard design, especially where several Optima 850 modules sit on one distribution panel. In practice, 10.5 kW on a dedicated breaker leaves sensible headroom within a typical galley sub-board while still delivering fast heat-up across the three work zones. Because the module is purely electric, there is no combustion air or flue routing to negotiate through deckheads and bulkheads.

The single grilling surface of 580 x 470 mm is intentionally smaller than the module footprint. That leaves space for splash zones, controls and service voids within the 800 x 850 mm body. In a marine galley this matters for cleaning: crews can reach the active area without stretching across a full-depth plate, and routine scraping and wipe-down remain manageable during heavy seas. The three work zones allow different temperature bands to be maintained at once, for example separating searing, finishing and holding areas without needing multiple separate machines.

Build and control

• Self-supporting closed construction
• Ergonomic knob control
• Drain valve

The ergonomic knob control suits operators who prefer tactile feedback over a touchscreen, and is resilient in environments where gloves are common. The drain valve is a practical point rarely considered at specification but important in daily work: it gives the crew a defined route to remove liquids from the unit, supporting controlled cleaning routines and reducing the risk of spillage onto the deck.

This grill unit is a good fit for ships specifying an Optima 850-based cooking line and needing an electric grilling module with three independently managed work zones in a compact footprint. It is less suitable where a galley relies on very large single-surface griddles for bulk production, as the 580 x 470 mm working area and 10.5 kW rating are geared to focused rather than mass grilling. Ordered under MKN product number 10018148.