Operating instructions
INTRODUCTION
EXPRESSTOUCH
™
 CONTROL
The Combitherm ExpressTouch control features a simple, 
graphics-based control panel that commands all the 
oven functions. Access up to 250 of your titled recipes. 
Manual cooking by time and temperature also are 
easily accomplished. 
Intuitive interface - The Alto-Shaam ExpressTouch offers 
a simple interface that commands all of the Combitherm’s 
cooking functions. As the name 
implies, it is fully operable by touch.
Graphic controls - The highly visual 
graphic-based control with logical 
procedures ensure that correct steps 
are followed every time. 
An excellent memory - Access up to 
250 of your titled recipes. The 
CT Express with ExpressTouch also 
comes standard with more than 
100 pre-programmed recipes 
covering most commonly prepared 
food items. 
HACCP data access (option) - 
The CT Express with ExpressTouch 
offers a downloadable 
HACCP function.
Six levels of Gold-n-Brown™ - Six precise and consistent 
browning levels are standard with the ExpressTouch. The 
exclusive Gold-n-Brown feature gives the operator the 
ability to achieve the ideal cooking environment for the 
Superior baking - The two-speed fan provides consistent 
baking results. A moisture injection feature provides 
perfect sheen and crust on breads and pastry items.
Multi-shelf timers - Track cooking 
time of different food items in the same 
oven with multi-shelf timers. Time is 
tracked in minutes and seconds. 
On-board diagnostics - The 
ExpressTouch system includes 
on-board diagnostic functionality 
with results displayed right on the 
touch screen.
Reduced energy setting - 
ExpressTouch features 
an interactive control display with 
reduced energy setting.
STEAM MODE
COMBINATION MODE
CONVECTION MODE
RETHERM MODE
ECOSMART
®
 TECHNOLOGY
The Alto-Shaam CT Express Combitherm 
combination oven/steamer employs 
Ecosmart operating efficiencies in the 
design and application of all operating 
and programming functions. Ecosmart 
operational characteristics include the use of a 
water barrier to close the oven compartment to the 
outside air. While maintaining a non-pressurized 
atmosphere, the primary purpose of the Ecosmart 
system is to prevent the steam and heat generated 
within the oven compartment from freely escaping 
to the outside.
The Ecosmart design displaces the air within the 
cooking compartment and achieves a higher level 
of steam saturation that offers quick-steaming at 
temperatures above 212°F (100°C). 
This guide is provided as an operational aid with 
step-by-step instructions of the basic functions of 
the Combitherm oven, along with the many other 
additional features of the control.
Powerful tool - The ExpressTouch control plays an important part in our continuous improvement process. New features 
and abilities can be uploaded to your oven as they become available. Simply call our Service Department for assistance. 










