{"product_id":"garland-ircma-36-cheese-melters","title":"Garland IRCMA-36 Cheese Melters - IRCMA-36","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"pd\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"pd-title\"\u003eGarland IRCMA-36 Cheese Melters - IRCMA-36\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"pd-subtitle\"\u003e36\" Gas • 30,000 BTU • Manual Control\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"pd-lead\"\u003eFinish, melt, glaze and brown with speed and precision. The Garland IRCMA-36 packs a powerful 30,000 BTU infrared punch into a compact 36-inch footprint—perfect for any commercial cookline, bar or catering station.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5 class=\"pd-section-title\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"pd-list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh-output 30,000 BTU infrared burner provides instant, even radiant heat.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eManual control valve with constant pilot for quick, reliable ignition and on-the-fly adjustments.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemovable chrome-plated wire rack spans the full 36\" width—ideal for full-size hotel pans, skillets or platters.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStainless steel front, top and sides resist corrosion and wipe clean fast.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStainless interior (sides, back \u0026amp; bottom) and fiberglass insulation improve efficiency and maintain kitchen comfort.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3\/4\" NPT gas inlet located on top for straightforward hook-up.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVersatile installation: counter, range or wall mount (wall-mount kit sold separately).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCSA \u0026amp; NSF certified for commercial use; backed by a 1-year parts \u0026amp; labor warranty.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch5 class=\"pd-section-title\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\n.tg  {border-collapse:collapse;border-spacing:0;}\n.tg td{border-color:black;border-style:solid;border-width:1px;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;font-size:14px;\n  overflow:hidden;padding:10px 5px;word-break:normal;}\n.tg th{border-color:black;border-style:solid;border-width:1px;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;font-size:14px;\n  font-weight:normal;overflow:hidden;padding:10px 5px;word-break:normal;}\n.tg .tg-cly1{text-align:left;vertical-align:middle}\n.tg .tg-wa1i{font-weight:bold;text-align:center;vertical-align:middle}\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pd\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"tg\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"tg-wa1i\"\u003eModel\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"tg-cly1\"\u003eIRCMA-36\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"tg-wa1i\"\u003eHeat Source\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"tg-cly1\"\u003eGas, Infrared\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"tg-wa1i\"\u003eTotal BTU\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"tg-cly1\"\u003e30,000 BTU\/hr\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"tg-wa1i\"\u003eNo. of Burners\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"tg-cly1\"\u003e1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"tg-wa1i\"\u003eControls\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"tg-cly1\"\u003eManual valve, constant pilot\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"tg-wa1i\"\u003eCooking Rack\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"tg-cly1\"\u003eRemovable chrome-plated wire rack\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"tg-wa1i\"\u003eExterior Construction\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"tg-cly1\"\u003eStainless steel front, top \u0026amp; sides\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"tg-wa1i\"\u003eInterior Construction\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"tg-cly1\"\u003eStainless steel sides, back \u0026amp; bottom\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"tg-wa1i\"\u003eOverall Width\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"tg-cly1\"\u003e36\" \/ 914 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"tg-wa1i\"\u003eOverall Depth\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"tg-cly1\"\u003e17-5\/8\" \/ 447 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"tg-wa1i\"\u003eOverall Height\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"tg-cly1\"\u003e18-3\/4\" \/ 476 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"tg-wa1i\"\u003eGas Connection\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"tg-cly1\"\u003e3\/4\" NPT (top)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"tg-wa1i\"\u003eManifold Pressure\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"tg-cly1\"\u003e5\" WC Natural • 10\" WC LP\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"tg-wa1i\"\u003eClearances (Combustible)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"tg-cly1\"\u003eRear 3\" • Sides 6\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eWhat our Experts Think\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"76\" data-end=\"307\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"78\" data-end=\"307\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"78\" data-end=\"113\"\u003ePowerful finishing performance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Uses a single \u003cstrong data-start=\"128\" data-end=\"162\"\u003e30,000 BTU infrared gas burner\u003c\/strong\u003e to melt cheese, brown toppings, and finish dishes quickly and evenly—ideal for busy commercial kitchens. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"308\" data-end=\"516\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"310\" data-end=\"516\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"310\" data-end=\"337\"\u003eCommercial‑grade build:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rugged \u003cstrong data-start=\"345\" data-end=\"386\"\u003estainless steel front, top, and sides\u003c\/strong\u003e provide corrosion resistance and easy cleaning, built to withstand high‑use environments. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"517\" data-end=\"680\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"519\" data-end=\"680\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"519\" data-end=\"546\"\u003ePrecise manual control:\u003c\/strong\u003e Simple manual temperature adjustments let chefs fine‑tune heat output for consistent results. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"681\" data-end=\"850\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"683\" data-end=\"850\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"683\" data-end=\"704\"\u003eEasy maintenance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Includes a \u003cstrong data-start=\"716\" data-end=\"753\"\u003eremovable chrome‑plated wire rack\u003c\/strong\u003e for efficient loading and cleaning between service runs. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"851\" data-end=\"998\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"853\" data-end=\"998\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"853\" data-end=\"879\"\u003eCommercial compliance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Designed with NSF and CSA certifications for safe, restaurant‑ready operation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eQ\u0026amp;A\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"68\" data-end=\"349\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"68\" data-end=\"119\"\u003eQ1: What is the Garland IRCMA‑36 Cheese Melter?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"119\" data-end=\"122\"\u003eA1: The \u003cem data-start=\"130\" data-end=\"148\"\u003eGarland IRCMA‑36\u003c\/em\u003e is a commercial \u003cstrong data-start=\"165\" data-end=\"190\"\u003e36″ gas cheese melter\u003c\/strong\u003e with an infrared burner, used in professional kitchens to melt cheese, brown toppings, and finish dishes before serving. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"351\" data-end=\"582\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"351\" data-end=\"379\"\u003eQ2: How does it operate?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"379\" data-end=\"382\"\u003eA2: It uses a \u003cstrong data-start=\"396\" data-end=\"426\"\u003esingle infrared gas burner\u003c\/strong\u003e with manual controls and a constant pilot for instant heating, delivering consistent performance for finishing tasks. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"584\" data-end=\"831\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"584\" data-end=\"636\"\u003eQ3: What type of cooking tasks is it suited for?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"636\" data-end=\"639\"\u003eA3: Ideal for melting cheese, toasting bread, browning casseroles, and adding finishing touches to pizzas and sandwiches in busy foodservice environments. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"833\" data-end=\"1044\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"833\" data-end=\"875\"\u003eQ4: What are the basic specifications?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"875\" data-end=\"878\"\u003eA4: It’s approximately \u003cstrong data-start=\"901\" data-end=\"913\"\u003e36″ wide\u003c\/strong\u003e, countertop\/gas‑powered, and includes a removable chrome‑plated wire rack for easy cleaning. \u003cspan 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