Vulcan 1VK45CF Gas Fryer - (1) 50 lb Vat, Floor Model, Natural Gas
To streamline operation, the Vulcan 1VK45CF PowerFry5? commercial gas fryer is equipped with programmable computer controls. Employees can adjust temperatures from 200 to 390 degrees Fahrenheit, upload 10 menu timers directly on the unit or via a USB software, and choose from three melt cycles. Its 14-inch-wide by 14-inch-deep frypot accommodates 50 pounds of oil, and because it's built with the FivePass? heat transfer system, heat is evenly distributed to expedite cooking and reduce recovery times. To minimize the risk of scorching oil, its SoftStart? ignition system causes the unit to output 35,000 BTUs per hour so oil is gradually heated. The idle temperature setting maintains desired temperatures while only outputting 4,251 BTUs per hour to conserve energy.
Staff can simply lower foods into the vat using the twin fryer baskets. To reduce the risk of heat transfer for employee safety, the baskets' handles are coated in plastic. During frying, sediment can settle in the V-shaped cold zone beneath the burners. Because this area is cooler than the top section of the frypot, debris is less likely to burn, which could impact the oil's taste. This fryer features the KleenScreen PLUS? filtration system, which uses a stainless steel mesh filter screen to filter out particles from two sides, further prolonging oil's life. Operators can activate a filtration cycle with the push of a button, and the pump and motor's 8-gallon-per-minute flow rate expedites the filtration process. The 18-gauge stainless steel filter pan can hold 70 pounds of fry compound, and for thorough sanitization after use, it can be run through a dishmachine cycle.
The Vulcan 1VK45CF freestanding commercial fryer measures 151?2 inches wide by 301?8 inches deep by 471?8 inches tall to save space in compact kitchens. While its 361?4-inch working height enhances employee comfort, its four 6-inch casters simplify transport. Two of the casters can be locked to ensure the unit remains stable during frying. For lasting durability and corrosion resistance, the cabinet and frypot are made of stainless steel. This fryer is built with a 11?4-inch full-port ball-type drain valve and comes with a tank brush and clean-out rod to ease cleaning.
PowerFry5? Fryer, natural gas, high efficiency, 15-1/2" W, free-standing, 45-50 lbs. capacity, programmable computer control with melt cycles, FivePass? heat transfer system, electronic ignition, KleenScreen PLUS? filtration system, twin baskets, stainless steel cabinet & fry tank, adjustable casters (2 swivel locking & 2 non-locking), 70,000 BTU, CSA, CSA STAR, NSF, ENERGY STAR?
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Vulcan started producing equipment in Louisville Ky., more than 150 years ago. Today, the brand produces state-of-the-art cooking appliances, including fryers, ovens, and everything in between. The brand is owned by Illinois Tool Works, a global manufacturing leader.
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Specifications
| Manufacturer | Vulcan |
| Baskets | 2 |
| BTU per Fryer | 70000 |
| Capacity (lbs) | 50 |
| Food Type | Breaded |
| Frypot Style | Tube Type |
| Gas Type | NG |
| NEMA | 5-15P |
| Number of Fry Pots | 1 |
| Oil Capacity (lb) | 50 |
| Oil Capacity/Fryer (lb) | 50 |
| Product | Gas Fryers |
| Product Type | Cooking Equipment |
| Rating | Best |
| Series | PowerFry5? |
| Type | Floor Model |
| Warranty | 1-year Limited Parts & Labor; 10-year Fry Tank |
| Width (in) | 15.5 |
| Weight | 230.00 |