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American Range  |  SKU: ARCM-48

American Range ARCM-48 Cheese Melters

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Description

American Range ARCM-48 Gas Infrared Cheesemelter – 48"

40,000 BTU | 2 Infrared Burners | Made in USA

Finish, melt and brown with speed and consistency right on the line. The 48" ARCM-48 Cheesemelter from American Range delivers 40,000 BTU of intense infrared heat in a heavy-duty, all-stainless package engineered for daily commercial use.

Key Features

  • Two atmospheric infrared burners for instant, even heat distribution
  • Individual manual gas valves with standing pilots – ignite either side on demand to save energy
  • Chrome-plated food rack with 3 height positions for precise finishing control
  • Full-width, removable drip pan for fast, tool-free cleanup
  • Heavy-gauge stainless steel front, sides & top for maximum durability
  • Countertop, wall-mount or range-mount installation flexibility (kits sold separately)
  • ETL & ETL-Sanitation listed
  • Built, tested and supported in California, USA

Specifications

Model ARCM-48
Gas Type Natural or LP (field convertible)
Total BTU 40,000 BTU/hr (12 kW)
Burners 2 atmospheric infrared
Controls Manual valves with standing pilots
Cooking Rack 1 chrome rack, 3-position guides
Exterior Dimensions 48" W × 19 3/16" D × 15" H (1219 × 487 × 381 mm)
Gas Inlet 3/4" NPT (rear connection)
Manifold Pressure Natural 5.0" W.C. | LP 10.0" W.C.
Shipping Weight Approx. 188 lb (85 kg)
Certifications ETL, ETL-Sanitation
Warranty 2-year limited parts & labor

Installation Options

  • Countertop (standard)
  • Wall-mount bracket kit (PN 70308/70309)
  • Range-mount channels for American Range AR-Series ovens
  • Adjustable 4" legs

Mounting hardware and legs are optional accessories unless specified at time of order.

Perfect For

  • Melting cheese on burgers, nachos or open-face sandwiches
  • Browning casseroles, au gratin, or potato dishes
  • Flash-heating plated entrées without overcooking
  • Caramelizing desserts such as crème brûlée
Gas Notice: Unit must be connected by a licensed professional and installed under an adequate ventilation hood. Specify gas type and altitude (over 2,000 ft) when ordering.

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Features & Specs

Manufacturer

American Range

Certifications

ETL, Made in USA

Height

21.5in

Width

48.0in

Depth

18.0in

Shipping Weight

188.0lbs

Exterior Finish

stainless steel front & sides

Rack Positions

3

Width (side - side)

37" - 48"

Heat type

infrared

Mounting

specify

Specifications

Cheesemelter, gas, 48" wide, (2) infrared burners, manual controls with pilot, (1) rack with 3-rack position, stainless steel construction, 12.0kW, 40,000 BTU, ETL, Made in USA