
207-3VK45DFLPVulcanModel 3VK45DF
Vulcan 3VK45DF Gas Fryer - (3) 50 lb Vats, Floor Model, Liquid Propane
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The Vulcan 3VK45DF is a high-efficiency, 3-pot LP gas fryer with 66% cooking efficiency, SoftStart ignition, and durable stainless steel construction. Ideal for busy commercial kitchens.
Key features
- 01Three 50-lb frypots with tube-style design for efficient frying and easy cleaning
- 0266% cooking efficiency & 78% thermal efficiency with FivePass™ heat transfer system, reducing cooking times and energy waste
- 03SoftStart™ ignition system uses 35,000 BTUs to heat oil quickly, saving energy and prolonging oil life
- 04Digital display with temperature control (200–390°F/C), three melt cycles, and two countdown timers for precise frying
- 05Stainless steel construction, hi-limit shutoff, and flue temperature below 500°F for safety and durability
Description
The Vulcan 3VK45DF is a standout addition to the PowerFry5™ series, designed to deliver superior performance while saving energy and extending oil life. This freestanding commercial gas fryer features three 50-lb frypots, each with a tube-style design, and operates on liquid propane (LP) for reliable, fuel-efficient frying. Its advanced FivePass™ heat transfer system ensures uniform heat distribution, reducing cooking times and lag, while the SoftStart™ ignition system outputs only 35,000 BTUs per hour to minimize energy usage and prolong oil life. With 66% cooking efficiency and 78% thermal efficiency, this fryer is built to optimize performance in high-volume kitchens. The 3VK45DF includes a digital display for precise temperature control (200–390°F/C), three melt cycles, and two countdown timers, making it easy for staff to manage operations. Its idle temperature setting maintains optimal heat with just 4,251 BTUs per hour, further reducing energy costs. The fryer also features hi-limit shutoff and a flue temperature that stays below 500°F at maximum production, ensuring safety and efficiency. Constructed with stainless steel for durability, the unit comes with six fryer baskets (two per frypot) and four adjustable casters (two with locks) for mobility. Perfect for restaurants, fast-food chains, and catering businesses, the Vulcan 3VK45DF combines energy efficiency, durability, and advanced features to streamline frying operations. Whether you need to fry breaded items at high speed or maintain consistent temperatures for large batches, this gas fryer delivers reliability, performance, and cost savings. Upgrade your kitchen today with the Vulcan 3VK45DF—where efficiency meets durability.
Specifications
- Manufacturer
- Vulcan
- Baskets
- 2
- BTU per Fryer
- 70000
- Capacity (lbs)
- 150
- Food Type
- Breaded
- Frypot Style
- Tube Type
- Gas Type
- LP
- Heat
- Gas
- NEMA
- 5-15P
- Number of Fry Pots
- 3
- Oil Capacity (lb)
- 150
- 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)
- 46.5
- Weight
- 717.00
Details
- 01Part of the PowerFry5 line
- 02Freestanding with (3) 50-lb. fry tanks
- 03SoftStart ignition system only outputs 35,000 BTUs to save energy and quickly heat oil
- 04FivePass heat transfer system enhances cooking and thermal efficiency
- 05Energy-efficient idle temperature setting
- 06Flue temperature remains below 500 degrees F at maximum production rate
- 07Hi-limit shutoff
- 08Stainless steel body, frypots, and fryer baskets
- 096 fryer baskets with plastic-coated handles (2 baskets per frypot)
- 10(4) 6-in. adjustable casters (2 with locks)
- 11Includes clean-out rod for drain and tank brush
- 121 1⁄4-in. port ball-type drain valve
- 136-in. clearance required at sides and rear when placed near combustible construction
- 1416-in. minimum clearance to adjacent open-top burner units
- 15Electronic matchless ignition
- 16Digital display in Fahrenheit or Celsius
- 17Operating temperature range: 200-390 degrees F
- 182 countdown timers
- 19Automatic boil-out mode
- 20Can cook with compensating time or actual time
- 211-touch button initiates filtration cycle
- 22Seamless, lightweight 18-ga. stainless steel filtration pan features 70-lb. oil capacity
- 23Pump and motor circulate oil at 8 GPM
- 24Stainless steel mesh filter establishes 270-350-sq.-in. filtration area
- 25Drain valve interlock switch
- 26Hands-free oil-return tube
- 2746 1⁄2 in. W x 30 1⁄8 in. D x 47 1⁄8 in. H
- 28115 V/60 Hz/1 ph, cord with NEMA 5-15P plug
- 29Powered by LP gas
- 301 1⁄4-in. NPT common rear gas connection
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