Luus PC-45 6 Basket Gas Pasta Cooker 450mm | 316 Stainless Tank 63Mj

The Luus PC-45 Commercial 6 Basket Gas Pasta Cooker (450mm Wide) is a high-volume, rapid-recovery boiling station engineered specifically for Australian Italian restaurants, pasta bars, noodle houses, Asian dining venues, cafes, and catering kitchens. Measuring 450 mm Wide x 800 mm Deep x 1100 mm High (with an ergonomic 900 mm working hob height) and weighing 74 kg, this freestanding cooking unit is built around an intensive 35-litre water tank driven by an intense 63 Mj/h multi-jet gas burner. Engineered with a corrosion-proof 1.5mm marine-grade 316 stainless steel tank, an integrated continuous starch overflow skimmer, a front-operated rear laundry arm tap, precision thermostatic temperature regulation, and six individual portion baskets, the PC-45 delivers rapid boiling cycles and consistent al dente results across high-turnover service periods.

Why commercial Australian operators choose the Luus PC-45:

• High-power 63 Mj/h multi-jet burner — produces rapid initial boil times and instant thermal recovery when dropping frozen or chilled pasta, noodles, and blanched vegetables directly into the water bath.

• Corrosion-proof 1.5mm marine-grade 316 stainless steel tank — specifically formulated with molybdenum to resist pitting, crevice corrosion, and premature failure caused by boiling salted water, acidic cooking broths, and mineral-heavy municipal supplies.

• Continuous water purifying overflow system — integrated front skim-trough flushes foaming surface starches and cooking impurities away down the drain, keeping the boiling water cleaner for longer, preventing starchy boil-overs, and improving pasta texture.

• Standard 6-basket portion configuration — supplied complete with six 0.7mm 304 perforated stainless steel baskets, allowing staff to cook six distinct pasta varieties or individual customer portions simultaneously without cross-mixing.

• Accurate thermostatic water temperature control — sensitive thermostat dial maintains exact water temperatures from a gentle rolling simmer for delicate filled tortellini to a rapid rolling boil for dried spaghetti and noodles.

• Ergonomic front-controlled rear laundry arm — features a rear-mounted swivel water faucet operated via a quarter-turn tap directly on the front panel, eliminating dangerous reaches across boiling water when topping up the tank.

• Complete safety protection suite — equipped with continuous standing pilot, push-button piezo ignition, flame failure shut-off device (FFD), and an automatic high-temperature safety cut-out that protects the tank from dry-boil element damage.

• Superior thermal insulation — insulated with premium Fiberfrax Durablanket along both sides of the tank to contain thermal energy, reduce kitchen heat radiation, and lower overall gas consumption.

• Extendable manufacturer warranty — supplied with a 1-Year commercial parts and labour warranty, extendable to 2 Years upon free product registration with Luus Australia.

Technical Specifications

Optional Accessories & Range Upgrades

• Additional Portion Baskets: Extra 304 perforated stainless steel single-portion baskets or double-width bulk baskets for larger catering batches.

• Side Heat Shields: Left-hand (LH) and right-hand (RH) stainless steel side shields for installation adjacent to fryers or open-burner cooktops.

• Joining Caps: Modular stainless steel joining profiles to connect the PC-45 seamlessly to Luus cooktops, fryers, or griddles without crumb gaps.

• Rear Castor Kit: Heavy-duty rear swivel castors with brakes for easy roll-out during routine floor sanitisation.

Operating, Care & Descaling Guidelines

To maintain water quality, prevent corrosion, and ensure longevity of the marine-grade 316 tank:

1. Never Operate Without Water: Always fill the 35L tank with water before lighting the main burner. Operating the cooker dry will trigger the high-temperature safety cut-out and can cause severe thermal distortion to the tank welds.

2. Utilise the Starch Overflow: During heavy service, keep the fresh water top-up tap cracked slightly open. This continuous trickle lifts foaming starch over the front skimming weir and into the drain, preventing sticky pasta water and maintaining clean boil cycles.

3. End-of-Shift Drainage: Extinguish the burner and allow water to cool down to a safe temperature before opening the 1" safety ball valve located behind the lower door. Drain all water into a plumbed waste or floor tundish.

4. Tank Sanitisation & Salting Best Practice: Never pour dry, granular cooking salt directly onto the cold base of the tank, as undissolved salt resting on stainless steel creates localised chloride attack. Always stir salt directly into actively boiling water. Scrub the tank, perforated inserts, and drain-back rack daily with warm soapy water and a nylon brush.

5. Periodic Descaling: Mineral scale deposits will naturally insulate the tank base over time. Descale the water tank every 2 to 4 weeks using an approved food-safe commercial descaling solution to maintain thermal transfer efficiency.

Gas, Plumbing & Installation Notice

The Luus PC-45 is a high-capacity commercial gas cooking appliance requiring professional commissioning:

1. Licensed Trade Installation: Must be installed, plumbed, and commissioned by an authorised, licensed gas fitter and licensed plumber in strict compliance with current AS/NZS 5601 gas regulations, AS/NZS 3500 plumbing codes, and local water board trade-waste requirements. A gas compliance certificate must be issued to validate warranty coverage.

2. Gas Sizing & Regulation: Requires a 3/4" BSP gas connection delivering 63 Mj/h. The unit is supplied complete with an approved commercial gas regulator; ensure the correct gas type (Natural Gas or LPG) is specified at the time of purchase.

3. Plumbing & Trade Waste: Requires a 1/2" copper cold mains water connection with an isolation tap. The 1" BSP male drain outlet must discharge via an indirect connection into a tundish or floor waste connected to an approved commercial grease arrestor.

4. Ventilation Clearances: Must be positioned directly beneath an approved commercial extraction canopy compliant with AS 1668.2. Maintain a minimum clearance of 150 mm from combustible walls, or 50 mm from non-combustible partitions.

Freight & Delivery Notice

Standard commercial freight delivery is available across Australia to commercial business addresses with level ground access or loading docks. Due to the 74 kg net weight and bulky crate dimensions (640 x 860 x 1260 mm, 94 kg gross), delivery to residential or non-commercial addresses requires a customised tail-lift freight quote. Please contact our commercial sales team prior to ordering to confirm site access details, unloading capabilities, and your preferred gas type (Natural Gas or LPG).

Frequently Asked Questions

Why is marine-grade 316 stainless steel used for the water tank?

Standard commercial catering equipment is typically fabricated from 304 grade stainless steel. However, pasta cookers operate with sustained boiling water heavily dosed with cooking salt (sodium chloride). Grade 316 stainless steel contains 2% to 3% molybdenum, which prevents pitting corrosion, crevice attack, and stress corrosion cracking caused by hot saltwater.

How does the water purifying overflow system work?

As pasta cooks, starches leach out of the dough, creating a thick, frothy scum on the water's surface that dulls pasta flavours and causes boil overs. The PC-45 features an overflow weir at the top of the tank. By trickling fresh water through the rear laundry arm, surface water is skimmed continuously over the weir and flushed down the drain, leaving clean water in the tank.

Can this unit cook foods other than traditional pasta?

Yes. The PC-45 is widely used across commercial kitchens for ramen noodles, udon, rice noodles, wontons, dumplings, blanched greens, and poached vegetables, providing precise portion cooking and rapid thermal recovery.

What is the advantage of having the laundry arm tap on the front panel?

On many traditional pasta cookers, the water fill tap is located high up at the back of the tank, forcing chefs to reach over 35 litres of boiling water and scalding steam to add water. The Luus PC-45 mounts the quarter-turn control valve safely on the front fascia panel, eliminating burn hazards.

How do I activate the 2-year warranty?

The Luus PC-45 comes standard with a 1-Year commercial parts and labour warranty. Venue operators can extend this coverage to 2 Years at no additional cost by completing the online product registration with Luus Australia within the registration period following installation.

N.B Images are for illustrative purposes only. Specifications are subject to change without notice.