The Vulcan 972RX Heavy Duty Gas Griddle is a countertop griddle designed for heavy-duty use in commercial kitchens. It features a 72" wide cooking surface with a 1" thick polished steel griddle plate. The griddle is equipped with six embedded snap action thermostats, allowing for independent temperature control between 200°F and 550°F. The U-shaped burners, spaced 12" apart, provide even heat distribution. The griddle is constructed with a fully welded aluminized steel chassis and a stainless steel front, sides, and front grease trough. It also includes a 6 qt. stainless steel grease drawer for easy disposal of grease and crumbs. The griddle is mounted on adjustable 4" legs for easy leveling and has a cooking height of 11". The griddle has a total gas input of 162,000 BTU/hr and is equipped with a ¾" rear gas connection. It can be started with manual or electric ignition and comes with a NEMA 5-15 plug for standard 120-volt power. Additional features include bottom heat shields, dual ignition options, a manual shut-off valve, and a one-year limited parts and labor warranty. The griddle is designed with heavy-duty chromed thermostat knob guards and a ¾" rear gas connection with a gas pressure regulator. It is also equipped with a fully welded stainless and aluminized steel chassis frame. Optional features for the griddle include a 30" deep plate, full or partially grooved griddle plate, hexavalent chrome plated cooking surface, stainless steel stand with marine edges and casters, and various accessories such as a cutting board, condiment rail, plate rail, and banking strip. The griddle meets CSA design certification and is NSF listed.
