Vulcan 1VK45AF Gas Fryer - (1) 50 Lb Vat, Floor Model, Natural Gas

Because the Vulcan 1VK45AF commercial gas fryer is part of the PowerFry5® collection, it's built with a FivePass® heat transfer system that uniformly distributes heat throughout the cooking oil to minimize cooking time and reduce the lag that corresponds with recovery. Its 14-inch-wide by 14-inch-deep frypot accommodates 50 pounds of oil, and operators can set the unit's temperature from 200 to 390 degrees Fahrenheit with the solid-state analog control located behind the front door. To make use of solid shortening, users can choose from multiple fat-melt modes. The SoftStart® mechanism ensures the fryer gradually heats oil, outputting 35,000 BTUs per hour to minimize the risk of scorching. When the fryer reaches the set temperature, the idle temperature setting only outputs 4,251 BTUs to conserve energy.

To prolong the oil's life, this commercial fryer is built with a V-shaped cold zone beneath the burners. Sediment can settle in the cold zone, and because its temperatures are cooler than the vat's surface, debris is less likely to burn and impact oil quality. The KleenScreen PLUS® filtration system's pump and motor can be activated with the push of a button. This system's stainless steel mesh filter screen filters from its two sides, creating a filtration area from 270 to 350 square inches to enhance oil quality, color, and taste. Operators can flip on the drain valve interlock switch to turn off the gas burners as oil is drained. The filter system's 18-gauge stainless steel filter pan can be removed and sanitized in a dishmachine after use. To further simplify cleaning, this fryer includes a clean-out rod and tank brush.

The Vulcan 1VK45AF LP-gas-powered fryer measures 15 1/2 inches deep by 30 1/8 inches deep by 47 1/8 inches tall and features a 36 1/4-inch working height. Its cabinet and frypot are made of durable stainless steel for lasting corrosion resistance and simplified cleaning. Staff can transport this fryer to different areas for cleaning or maintenance because it's positioned on four 6-inch castersa€”two of which include locks. Twin fryer baskets come with this unit to simplify transporting chicken, fish, okra, and french fries into the vat. Their plastic-coated handles reduce heat transfer to enhance staff safety.