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.
Vulcan 2VK65DF Gas Fryer - (2) 70 lb Vats, Floor Model, Natural Gas
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Retail Price: $87,427.84
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Selected Gas Type: Natural Gas
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Vulcan 2VK65DF Description
The Vulcan 2VK65DF gas fryer's temperature control includes quick recovery, electronic ignition, three melt modes, two countdown timers, and an auto boil-out mode to ease cleaning. It uses a FivePass™ heat transfer system that yields 68 percent cooking and 78 percent thermal efficiency for even heat distribution. Durable enough to withstand rigorous kitchen use, the tank and cabinet are constructed of stainless steel. It features two vats that each hold as much as 65 to 70 pounds of oil—great for frying large quantities of chicken, french fries, and mozzarella sticks. Because it has a V-shaped cold zone, sediment can be collected before it burns. This unit sits at a 361/4-inch working height for comfortable use and comes with twin fry baskets with plastic handles that reduce heat transfer from metal to skin.
Designed with a SoftStart™ ignition system, the Vulcan 2VK65DF PowerFry5™ fryer starts at 70,000 BTU when powered on and slowly increases to 160,000 BTU per hour to conserve energy; during slow or off-peak hours, it maintains heat by outputting 9,604 BTU per hour. Operators can move this unit for maintenance or cleaning since it sits on four 6-inch casters—two casters lock for stationary use. Designed with the Kleenscreen Plus® filtration system, this unit's 11/4-inch, ball-type drain valve includes an interlock switch that automatically turns off the gas burners when draining. It comes with an 18-gauge stainless steel seamless filter and a stainless steel mesh filter, which filters from two sides. For simple cleaning, it includes a clean-out rod and tank brush. Overall, it measures 42 inches wide by 301/8 inches deep by 471/8 inches high.
Product Details
- Featured in the PowerFry5 series
- 65- to 70-lb. capacity per tank
- FivePass heat transfer system evenly distributes heat through the oil
- Yields 68 percent cooking and 78 percent thermal efficiency
- Stainless steel tank and cabinet
- 2 batteries
- V-shaped cold zone prevents burnt sediment
- Freestanding
- Hi-limit shut off turns off gas flow when oil gets too hot
- Plastic-coated handles on twin fry baskets
- 361/4-in. working height
- 11/4-in. full-port ball-type drain valve
- Requires 6-in. clearance at both sides and rear to combustible construction
- 16-in. required clearance from open-top burners
- Clean-out rod and tank brush included
- (4) 6-in. adjustable casters (2 locking)
- SoftStart ignition system operates with 70,000 BTU/hr. at startup to prolong oil life
- Idle rate: 9,604 BTU/hr.
- Overall input: 160,000 BTU/hr.
Temperature Control
- Operates with temperatures between 200 to 390 degrees F
- Quick temperature recovery
- Electronic ignition
- 3 melt modes
- Digital temperature display in Celsius or Fahrenheit
- 2 countdown timers can be set to compensating or actual time
- Auto boil-out mode eases cleaning
Kleenscreen Plus Filtration System
- Drain valve interlock switch automatically powers off gas burners if drain valve is opened
- Seamless filter pan constructed of 18-ga. stainless steel
- Stainless steel mesh filter screen filters from two sides
- 270-sq.-in. filter area
- 8 gal./min. pump rate
- One-touch push button starts cycle
- Temperature discard hose is 6 inches high
- Filter pan weight: 201/2-lbs.
Dimensions & Utilities
- Overall: 42 in. W x 301/8 in. D x 471/8 in. H
- Tank: 191/2 in. W x 14 in. D
- Natural gas
- 7 A, 1/3 HP
- 115 V/60 Hz/1 ph, includes cord with NEMA 5-15P plug
- 11/4-in. NPT common rear gas connection
Product Features
*Free shipping on Vulcan 2VK65DF within the 48 contiguous states.
From The Manufacturer
PowerFry5™ Fryer, natural gas, high efficiency, 42" W, (2) battery, 65-70 lbs. capacity per vat, solid state digital 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), 160,000 BTU, CSA, NSF, ENERGY STAR®
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Vulcan 2VK65DF Specifications
Spec Attribute | Spec Value |
---|---|
Manufacturer | Vulcan |
Baskets | 2 |
BTU per Fryer | 80000 |
Capacity (lbs) | 140 |
Food Type | Breaded |
Frypot Style | Tube Type |
Gas Type | NG |
NEMA | 5-15P |
Number of Fry Pots | 2 |
Oil Capacity (lb) | 140 |
Oil Capacity/Fryer (lb) | 70 |
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) | 42 |
Weight | 696.00 |

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