207-1VK45DFLPVulcanModel 1VK45DF
Vulcan 1VK45DF Gas Fryer - (1) 50 lb Vat, Floor Model, Liquid Propane
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The Vulcan 1VK45DF gas fryer delivers 78% thermal efficiency with its FivePass system, ideal for commercial kitchens. Features 50 lb LP capacity, digital controls, and energy-saving SoftStart ignition. Perfect for high-volume breaded foods.
Key features
- 0178% thermal efficiency and 66% cooking efficiency with the FivePass™ heat transfer system for faster, more energy-efficient cooking.
- 0250 lb oil capacity (single vat) with LP compatibility, perfect for high-volume commercial kitchens.
- 03Digital solid-state controls with dual timers, compensating time, and idle temperature setting for precise, energy-saving operation.
- 04SoftStart™ ignition (45,000 BTUs/hour) and hi-limit shutoff for safe, scorching-free oil heating.
- 05Flue temperature stays under 500°F at max production, ensuring a comfortable kitchen environment.
Description
The Vulcan 1VK45DF Gas Fryer is a game-changer for commercial kitchens, combining energy efficiency with rapid cooking performance. Powered by the FivePass™ heat transfer system, this fryer ensures even heat distribution, achieving an impressive 78% thermal efficiency and 66% cooking efficiency. This means faster cook times, lower energy costs, and a more comfortable kitchen environment—even at peak production, the flue temperature never exceeds 500°F. For restaurants prioritizing performance and sustainability, this gas fryer is a top choice. Its digital solid-state controls allow temperature adjustments from 200°F to 390°F, with options for compensating or actual time cooking, plus dual countdown timers for precision. The SoftStart™ ignition system (45,000 BTUs/hour) prevents oil scorching, while the idle setting (4,251 BTUs/hour) maintains temperature efficiently, saving energy without sacrificing performance. Ideal for high-volume operations serving breaded foods, this 50 lb LP fryer is built for durability and reliability in demanding kitchen environments.
Specifications
- Manufacturer
- Vulcan
- Baskets
- 2
- BTU per Fryer
- 70000
- Capacity (lbs)
- 50
- Food Type
- Breaded
- Frypot Style
- Tube Type
- Gas Type
- LP
- Heat
- Gas
- 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™
- Special Features
- Casters Included - Uninstalled
- Type
- Floor Model
- Warranty
- 1-year Limited Parts & Labor 10-year Fry Tank
- Width (in)
- 15.5
- Weight
- 230.00
Details
- 01Part of the PowerFry5 collection
- 02Single vat accommodates 50 lbs. of oil
- 03Electronic matchless ignition
- 04SoftStart ignition system outputs 35,000 BTUs per hour and slowly increases oil temperature
- 05FivePass heat transfer system reduces cook and recovery times
- 06Idle temperature setting maintains temperatures
- 07Flue temperature doesn't exceed 500 degrees F at maximum production rate
- 08Hi-limit shutoff
- 0936 1⁄4-in. working height
- 10Freestanding configuration
- 11Stainless steel cabinet and frypot
- 122 fryer baskets with plastic-coated handles
- 13Includes tank brush and clean-out rod for cleaning frypot and drain
- 141 1⁄4-in. port ball-type drain valve
- 15(4) 6-in. adjustable casters (2 locking)
- 166-in. clearance required at sides and rear
- 1716-in. minimum clearance to adjacent open-top burner units
- 18Operating temperature range: 200-390 degrees F
- 19Temperatures can be displayed in Fahrenheit or Celsius
- 20Cooks with compensating time or actual time
- 21Automatic boil-out mode
- 222 countdown timers
- 231-touch button activates motor and pump
- 24Boil Out By-Pass™ mechanism removes boil-out solution
- 25Stainless steel mesh filter screen removes particulate from 2 sides, creating a filtration area between 270 sq. in. and 350 sq. in.
- 26Drain valve interlock switch shuts off burners when drain valve is opened
- 278-GPM motor and pump
- 28Hands-free oil-return tube
- 29Dishwasher-safe, lightweight 1-piece filter pan
- 30Tank: 14 in. W x 14 in. D
- 31Overall: 15 1⁄2 in. W x 30 1⁄8 in. D x 47 1⁄8 in. H
- 32115 V/60 Hz/1 ph, includes cord with NEMA 5-15P plug
- 33Powered by LP gas
- 343⁄4-in. OD rear gas connection
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