The Imperial IRCM-60 is a 60" gas salamander / cheesemelter from the Pro Series line. It is rated at 60,000 BTU total input and runs on natural gas or liquid propane.
Overhead Heat for Finishing
Infrared overhead burners deliver intense top-down heat for melting cheese, browning gratins and finishing plates fast.
It mounts on a range back or wall, keeping finishing heat right where the cook plates food.
Why Operators Choose It
- Construction: Designed and built with heavier gauge 304 stainless steel for durability and long service life.
- Controls: Newly designed die cast metal knobs for ease of use.
- Heavy gauge rack assembly.
- Easy cleaning: Heavy duty spring and slide out mechanism for easy maneuvering of the tray.
- Burners: Protective wire mesh screen covers the burner.
- 40,000 BTU Infra-red single control burner.
- Welded frame assembly.
Ideal For
Restaurants and hotels melting, browning and finishing dishes at the pass.
Specifications
| Model | IRCM-60 |
| Type | Pro Series, 60" wide cheesemelter |
| Gas input | 60,000 BTU/hr |
| Gas type | Natural gas or liquid propane (select option) |
| Dimensions (W x D x H) | 60" x 17-3/4" x 15-1/4" |
| Product weight | 242 lb |
| Certifications | cCSAus, CE, NSF, UKCA |
| Country of origin | United States |
| Warranty | 1 Year Parts and Labor |
Installation & Utility Requirements
Gas connection: 3/4" inlet.
Minimum clearances per Imperial: 6" sides, 8" back, 20" top.
Install by a qualified technician per local codes and the Imperial installation manual.
Factory Options (Additional Cost)
- Counter top installation, leg kit
- 2 ea. Reinforcement Channels to mount the IRCM on a range
- One point ¾ gas connection from IRCM to IR range. Specify IR Range model.
- Pass-thru Cheesemelters are available for an additional charge.
- Wall mount brackets per set: 24” (610), 36” (914) and 48” (457), 60” (1524) and 72” (1829), 84” (2134)
- Infra-red burner with a protective screen.
Warranty
1 Year Parts and Labor limited warranty from Imperial.
Download the Imperial IRCM-60 spec sheet (PDF)
Specifications per Imperial data; subject to change by the manufacturer.
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