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 3VK65AF Gas Fryer - (3) 70 lb Vats, Floor Model, Natural Gas
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Selected Gas Type: Natural Gas
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Vulcan 3VK65AF Description
For frying large volumes of tofu, chicken, shrimp, dumplings, potatoes, and mozzarella sticks, the Vulcan 3VK65AF commercial gas fryer is built with three 70-pound-capacity vats. Each vat has independent solid-state analog controls that enable operators to set temperatures between 200 and 390 degrees Fahrenheit and choose from fat-melting modes for foods' specific frying requirements. As part of the PowerFry5™ series, it features a FivePass™ heat transfer mechanism that yields 68 percent cooking efficiency and 78 percent thermal efficiency to decrease cooking and recovery times. To save energy, the SoftStart™ system quickly heats oil while only outputting 40,000 BTUs per hour—half the unit's maximum BTU output per hour. The idle temperature mode maintains heat by outputting 4,802 BTUs per hour.
The Vulcan 3VK65AF high-efficiency fryer's cabinet, frypots, and included fryer baskets are made of durable, rust- and corrosion-resistant stainless steel capable of withstanding high-volume back-of-house use. To enhance employee comfort, its 63-inch-wide by 301⁄8-inch-deep by 471⁄8-inch-tall structure establishes a comfortable 361⁄4-inch working height. For simple transport when repositioning is required, its four 6-inch casters provide smooth mobility; two of the casters can be locked to stabilize the unit during frying or maintenance.
The KleenScreen PLUS® filtration system is built into the unit's base on a pull-out drawer for accessibility. Designed to filter oil twice a day, this unit operates automatically with the push of a button. As the pump and motor circulate oil at an 8-gallon-per-minute rate, the stainless steel mesh filter screen filters from two sides, establishing a filtration area as large as 350 square inches. Its durable, seamless, and lightweight stainless steel filtration pan can hold 110 pounds of oil, and when the filter drawer pan is closed, the oil-return tube guides filtered oil back to the frypots.
Product Details
- Part of the PowerFry5 line
- Freestanding model with (3) 70-lb. fry tanks
- Stainless steel cabinet, frypots, and fryer baskets
- 2 fryer baskets with plastic-coated handles per frypot (6 total)
- (4) 6-in. adjustable casters (2 locking)
- SoftStart ignition system quickly heats oil while outputting half of maximum hourly BTU output (40,000 BTUs)
- FivePass heat transfer system yields 68 percent cooking and 78 percent thermal efficiency
- Energy-efficient idle temperature setting only outputs 4,802 BTUs per hour
- Flue temperature remains below 500 degrees F at maximum production rate
- Hi-limit shutoff feature
- Includes clean-out rod for drain and tank brush
- 11⁄4-in. port ball-type drain valve
- Requires 6-in. clearance at sides and rear when placed near combustible construction
- 16-in. minimum clearance to adjacent open-top burner units
- (3) 80,000 BTU
Solid-state Analog Knob Controls
- Located behind cabinet door of each vat
- Electronic ignition
- Operating temperature range: 200-390 degrees F
- User-selectable fat-melt modes
Filtration System Details
- 1-touch button operation
- Pump and motor circulate oil at 8 GPM
- Stainless steel mesh filter establishes 270-350-sq.-in. filtration area
- 18-ga. stainless steel filtration pan with 110-lb. oil capacity
- Drain valve interlock switch
- Hands-free oil-return tube
Dimensions & Utilities
- 63 in. W x 301⁄8 in. D x 471⁄8 in. H
- 7 A, 1⁄3 HP
- 115 V/60 Hz/1 ph, cord with NEMA 5-15P plug
- Powered by natural gas
- 11⁄4-in. NPT common rear gas connection
Product Features
*Free shipping on Vulcan 3VK65AF within the 48 contiguous states.
From The Manufacturer
PowerFry5™ Fryer, natural gas, high efficiency, 63" W, (3) battery, 65-70 lbs. capacity per vat, solid state analog knob 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), 240,000 BTU, CSA, NSF, ENERGY STAR®
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Vulcan 3VK65AF Specifications
Spec Attribute | Spec Value |
---|---|
Manufacturer | Vulcan |
Baskets | 2 |
BTU per Fryer | 80000 |
Capacity (lbs) | 210 |
Food Type | Breaded |
Frypot Style | Tube Type |
Gas Type | NG |
NEMA | 5-15P |
Number of Fry Pots | 3 |
Oil Capacity (lb) | 210 |
Oil Capacity/Fryer (lb) | 70 |
Product | Gas Fryers |
Product Type | Cooking Equipment |
Rating | Best |
Series | PowerFry5â„¢ |
Type | Floor Model |
Warranty | 1-year Limited Parts & Labor; 10-year Fry Tank |
Width (in) | 63 |
Weight | 916.00 |

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