American Range Cheese Melters - ARCM-48

American Range  Cheese Melters - ARCM-48

75-lb Oil Capacity  |  160,000 BTU  |  Made in USA

Built for high-volume kitchens that demand rock-solid reliability, the American Range AF-75 delivers consistent, fast recovery with four powerful tube burners and a heavy-gauge 304 stainless steel fry pot. A millivolt pilot system means no external electricity is required, making this floor fryer as simple to install as it is to operate.

Features

• 65–80 lb (75 lb nominal) oil capacity with 18" × 18" frying area
• 304 SS TIG-welded tank for superior corrosion resistance & easy cleaning
• 4 tube burners rated at 160,000 BTU/hr (47 kW) for rapid heat recovery
• Thermostatic control from 200 °F – 400 °F (93 °C – 204 °C)
• Millivolt pilot with 100 % gas shut-off and hi-limit safety—no electrical hook-up required
• 1 ¼" full-port drain valve (rear) speeds oil disposal
• (2) chrome-plated fry baskets included
• All-stainless front & sides with 6" chrome-plated adjustable legs
  

Specifications

What our Experts Think  

• High-efficiency commercial melting performance — The American Range ARCM-48 delivers 40,000 BTU of infrared heat, designed for fast, even melting, browning, and finishing of cheese, nachos, casseroles, and plated dishes.
• Wide 48" coverage for busy kitchens — Its 48-inch cooking width supports multiple pans at once, making it ideal for restaurants, pizzerias, and high-volume finishing stations.
• Infrared burners for consistent top heat — Dual infrared burner system provides focused radiant heat that melts cheese quickly without drying or overcooking food underneath.
• Heavy-duty stainless steel construction — Built with stainless steel front, sides, and top for durability, corrosion resistance, and easy cleaning in demanding commercial environments.
• Flexible rack positioning for precision finishing — Adjustable rack system with multiple positions lets chefs control distance from heat for light browning or aggressive melt control.
• Designed for workflow efficiency — Full-width removable drip pan helps catch food debris and simplifies cleanup during peak service hours.
• Built for professional consistency — Standing pilot ignition and manual controls ensure quick startup and dependable daily operation without complex electronics.
• Ideal for high-output finishing stations — The ARCM-48 is best suited for restaurants needing fast, repeatable finishing results across multiple dishes during rush periods

                 
Q&A    

Q: What is the American Range ARCM-48 used for?
A: The American Range ARCM-48 is a 48-inch commercial gas cheese melter designed for restaurants and foodservice kitchens to quickly melt cheese, brown toppings, finish casseroles, and add final color to plated dishes.

Q: How powerful is the ARCM-48 cheese melter?
A: It delivers approximately 40,000 BTU of infrared heat for fast, even top-down broiling and melting performance.

Q: What type of heating system does it use?
A: The ARCM-48 uses high-efficiency infrared burners that provide intense, focused heat for rapid melting and browning without drying out food.

Q: What size is the cooking area?
A: It features a 48-inch wide design with multiple rack positions, allowing flexible height adjustment for different cooking needs.

Q: How many burners does it have?
A: It typically includes two infrared burners for even heat distribution across the full cooking width.

Q: Is the temperature adjustable?
A: Yes, it uses manual controls with pilot ignition, allowing precise heat adjustment for consistent finishing results.

              
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