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American Range  |  SKU: ARCM-72

American Range ARCM-72 Cheese Melters

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Description

American Range ARCM-72 Gas Infrared Cheesemelter – 72"

70,000 BTU • Stainless Steel • Made in USA

Melt cheese, finish entrées, and flash-broil plates at lightning speed with the American Range ARCM-72. This 6-foot cheesemelter harnesses twin atmospheric infrared burners to deliver an even, instant heat blanket—perfect for high-volume kitchens that refuse to compromise on consistency or presentation.

Why you’ll love it

  • 2 high-intensity infrared burners generate a combined 70,000 BTU (21 kW) of radiant heat.
  • Manual, individual burner controls with standing pilots for instant ignition and precise browning.
  • Chrome-plated grid rack slides to 3 height positions—perfect for delicate gratins or blistering nachos.
  • Heavy-gauge stainless steel exterior (front, sides, and top) resists dents and wipes clean fast.
  • Full-width removable drip pan speeds up end-of-shift clean-down.
  • Ships with rear 3/4" NPT gas regulator; field-convertible for natural gas or LP.
  • Proudly designed, engineered, and built in Pacoima, California.

Technical specifications

Model ARCM-72
Heat source 2 atmospheric infrared burners
Total output 70,000 BTU/hr  |  21.0 kW
Controls Manual valves with standing pilots
Rack system 1 chrome rack, 3 positions
Exterior construction Stainless steel (front, sides, top)
Overall dimensions 72" W × 19-3/16" D × 15" H (1829 × 487 × 381 mm)
Gas connection 3/4" NPT (rear), pressure regulator included
Shipping weight Approx. 280 lb (127 kg)
Certifications ETL Listed & ETL Sanitation
Warranty 2-year limited parts & labor

Flexible installation options

  • Wall-mount brackets (stud spacing 16" or 18") included at no extra charge.
  • Can be factory-mounted to most American Range AR-Series ranges.
  • Optional 4" adjustable legs let the unit stand alone on a counter or chef’s line.
Important: Commercial cooking equipment requires adequate ventilation and must be installed in accordance with all local codes. Clearance from non-combustible walls is 0". Specify gas type and altitude (if above 2,000 ft) when ordering.

Need a different size? This cheesemelter is also available in 24", 36", 48", and 60" widths.

Features & Specs

Manufacturer

American Range

Certifications

ETL, Made in USA

Height

21.5in

Width

72.0in

Depth

18.0in

Shipping Weight

280.0lbs

Exterior Finish

stainless steel front & sides

Width (side - side)

61" - 72"

Mounting

specify

Rack Positions

3

Heat type

infrared

Specifications

Cheesemelter, gas, 72" wide, (2) infrared burners, manual controls with pilot, (1) rack with 3-rack position, stainless steel construction, 21.0kW, 70,000 BTU, ETL, Made in USA