High-Grade Condition – Vulcan VG30 – 30-Gallon Natural Gas Tilting Braising Pan – Manual Tilt – 90,000 BTU – 120V – Fully Tested & Operational!

Condition

Used – Good Working Condition – Fully Tested & Operational

This commercial braising pan has been professionally inspected and tested to confirm proper operation. The natural-gas heating system, temperature controls, electronic ignition, manual tilting mechanism, and control switches operate correctly.

The stainless steel exterior shows scratches, discoloration, grease residue, surface wear, and other cosmetic signs consistent with previous high-volume commercial use. The control-panel graphics and manufacturer badge also show visible wear.

The power cord has visible exterior wear and should be inspected carefully by a qualified commercial-equipment technician before installation. The unit should also be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized before being returned to foodservice operation.

Description

The Vulcan VG30 is a heavy-duty, floor-model gas braising pan designed for high-volume cooking in restaurants, institutional kitchens, commissaries, hotels, hospitals, schools, catering operations, and food-production facilities.

This versatile appliance combines the functions of a skillet, griddle, kettle, steamer, stock pot, sauté pan, and braising pan in one commercial cooking system. It can be used to braise meats, sauté vegetables, simmer sauces, prepare soups and stews, cook pasta, fry foods, boil ingredients, and produce large batches efficiently.

The pan provides a 30-gallon / 114-litre capacity, a 29" × 23" cooking surface, and a natural-gas input of 90,000 BTU per hour. Solid-state temperature controls provide an operating range of approximately 50°F to 425°F.

Its manual anti-jam tilting mechanism allows the operator to empty the pan safely using the removable crank handle. A full tilt requires approximately 30 crank revolutions, helping provide controlled transfer into receiving pans or storage containers.

Gas Specifications

Gas Type: Natural Gas

Gas Input: 90,000 BTU per hour

Gas Connection: 3/4" rear gas connection

Gas Supply Pressure: Confirm with the equipment data plate and local installer

Burner Configuration: Three 30,000-BTU burners

Ignition Type: Electronic ignition

Safety System: Burners shut off when the pan is tilted approximately 5 degrees

Installation Type: Commercial floor model

Vulcan specifies one 30,000-BTU burner for each 12 inches of pan width, with automatic burner shutoff when the pan begins to tilt.

Electrical Specifications

Voltage: 120V

Phase: Single Phase

Frequency: 60 Hz

Amperage: 9 Amps

Plug Type: NEMA 5-15P

Electrical Function: Powers electronic ignition and control components

Power Source: Natural gas with 120V electrical connection

Although the heat source is natural gas, the VG30 requires a 120V, single-phase electrical supply for its controls and electronic ignition. Current manufacturer specifications list a 9-amp electrical requirement.

Capacity

Pan Capacity: 30 gal.

Metric Capacity: 114 litres

Approximate 4 oz. Portion Capacity: 960 portions

Cooking Surface: 29 in × 23 in

Pan Depth: Approximately 9–9.75 in

Configuration: Floor-mounted open-base unit

The 30-gallon pan is suitable for high-volume batch production and can prepare approximately 960 four-ounce portions, depending on the recipe and operating method.

Temperature and Controls

Temperature Range: Approximately 50°F to 425°F

Control Type: Solid-state temperature control

Tilt Type: Manual crank tilt

Ignition: Electronic ignition

Control Enclosure: Watertight commercial control enclosure

Power Switch: Integrated on/off control

Heating Indicator: Control-panel indicator system

The solid-state temperature system allows the operator to select lower temperatures for holding and simmering or higher temperatures for searing, frying, sautéing, and rapid batch cooking.

Tilting System

Tilt Operation: Manual

Mechanism: Anti-jam gear-driven pan lift

Handle: Removable manual crank handle

Full-Tilt Operation: Approximately 30 crank revolutions

Pouring System: Formed pouring lip

Strainer: Removable perforated pouring-lip strainer

Receiving Support: Drop-away food-pan support beneath the pouring lip

The controlled manual-tilt system allows the pan to be emptied completely while helping reduce uncontrolled spills during product transfer.

Dimensions

Width: 36 in

Depth: 35.5 in

Height: 40.5 in on 12 in legs

Cooking Surface Width: 29 in

Cooking Surface Depth: 23 in

Pan Height: Approximately 9 in

Approximate Height with Lid Open: 70 in

Approximate Shipping Weight: 485 lb

These are the current published dimensions for the Vulcan VG30. Because the photographed unit may be an earlier production version, final placement measurements should be confirmed directly from the equipment before delivery or installation.

Construction

• Heavy-duty stainless steel front
• Stainless steel sides and back
• Polished stainless steel pan body
• Stainless steel cooking surface bonded to a steel plate
• Coved interior corners for easier cleaning
• Embossed gallon and litre measurement markings
• Full-width return flange
• Formed pouring lip
• Removable perforated strainer
• Stainless steel spring-assisted cover
• Wraparound cool-to-the-touch cover handle
• Condensate lip
• Manual anti-jam tilting mechanism
• Open stainless steel base
• Commercial stainless steel legs
• Adjustable flanged feet
• Watertight control enclosure
• Floor-mounted commercial design

Vulcan describes the VG30 as a welded commercial braising system with a polished stainless steel pan, coved interior corners, embossed capacity markings, and a spring-assisted stainless steel cover.

Key Features

• Heavy-duty commercial natural-gas braising pan
• 30-gallon / 114-litre cooking capacity
• Powerful 90,000-BTU gas heating system
• Manual crank tilting mechanism
• Approximately 29" × 23" cooking surface
• Solid-state temperature controls
• Approximately 50°F to 425°F temperature range
• Electronic ignition
• Automatic burner shutoff during tilting
• Removable perforated pouring-lip strainer
• Drop-away receiving-pan support
• Spring-assisted stainless steel cover
• Cool-to-the-touch wraparound lid handle
• Lid can remain partially open for vented cooking
• Embossed gallon and litre measurements
• Coved pan corners for easier cleaning
• Watertight commercial control enclosure
• Stainless steel exterior construction
• Suitable for braising, simmering, boiling, frying, grilling, steaming, and sautéing
• Designed for continuous high-volume commercial use
• Made in the USA

Recommended Applications

• Braising meats
• Browning and searing
• Preparing soups and stews
• Simmering sauces
• Cooking pasta and rice
• Sautéing vegetables
• Grilling large food batches
• Pan frying
• Boiling ingredients
• Steaming food with optional inserts
• Preparing institutional meals
• Producing large catering batches

Certifications

• CSA Design Certified
• CSA Blue Flame Certified
• UL Classified
• UL EPH Classified
• Complies with applicable ANSI/NSF commercial food-equipment standards
• Designed for commercial foodservice installation

Published VG30 documentation identifies commercial gas-safety and sanitation classifications, including CSA and UL EPH certifications.

Manufacturing Information

Manufacturer: Vulcan

Parent Company: ITW Food Equipment Group LLC

Model: VG30

Product Series: VG Series

Equipment Type: Modular Gas Tilting Braising Pan

Gas Configuration: Natural Gas

Tilt Configuration: Manual Tilt

Manufacturer Location: Baltimore, Maryland, USA

Country of Manufacture: USA

Serial Number: Data plate is not clearly readable in the supplied photographs

The photographed unit includes a Vulcan manufacturer badge and appears consistent with the stated VG30 manual-tilt natural-gas configuration. Exact model and serial information should be confirmed from the original manufacturer data plate before final publication.

Included

• Vulcan VG30 natural-gas braising pan
• 30-gallon stainless steel cooking pan
• Stainless steel hinged cover
• Manual tilting crank and mechanism
• Temperature-control system
• Electronic ignition system
• Pouring lip and removable strainer, when present
• Open stainless steel base
• Stainless steel legs with flanged feet
• Power cord attached to the unit
• Unit sold exactly as shown in the supplied photographs

Important Notes

• Sold as-is, where-is
• Fully tested and operational before listing
• Noticeable scratches, discoloration, residue, and cosmetic wear are present
• Unit requires comprehensive cleaning and sanitizing before use
• Existing power cord shows visible wear and must be inspected before installation
• Installation must be completed by qualified commercial gas and electrical technicians
• Confirm that the building is equipped for natural gas
• Verify gas pressure and gas-line size before connection
• Requires a 3/4-inch gas connection
• Requires a 120V electrical connection for ignition and controls
• Requires installation beneath an approved commercial ventilation hood
• Gas leaks must be tested before operation
• Verify all safety shutoffs before placing the unit into service
• Maintain required clearances from combustible construction
• Never place hands or objects beneath the pan during tilting
• No manufacturer warranty is included
• Buyer is responsible for confirming local fire, gas, plumbing, electrical, and health-code requirements
• Freight shipping is calculated separately
• Local pickup is available