Vulcan 4VK85DF Gas Fryer - (4) 90 Lb Vats, Floor Model, Natural Gas

Featured in the PowerFry5® series, the Vulcan 4VK85DF natural gas fryer uses a ThreePass® heat system that efficiently heats oil while conserving energy. Its electronic ignition system is imbued with SoftStart® technology to warm frying compound gradually at startup, cutting BTU usage in half. Operators can adjust the temperature of each vat within a 200- to 390-degree-Fahrenhiet range using the solid-state digital controls, and to minimize lag time as new product is introduced to the oil, it quickly recovers heat. To minimize the risk of overheating the fryer, this unit's hi-limit shutoff system disables the unit when if it detects temperatures over 465 degrees Fahrenheit. Users can cook with actual or compensating time to account for possible temperature fluctuations. During slow periods, this unit goes into idle mode, reducing energy usage to 6,298 BTU an hour. To accommodate different types of shortening, it boasts three melt modes.
To maintain high-quality production and extend oil life, this fryer's KleenScreen PLUS® filtration system captures particulates 40 to 60 times smaller than paper filters. Its stainless steel mesh screen catches sediments from two sides, while its button-activated motor and pump effectively circulate oil at 8 gallons per minute. As much as 110 pounds of polluted compound can be gathered in the stainless steel filter pan, and when full, users can empty it using the 6-foot, high-temperature discard hose. Prior to draining, users should engage the drain valve interlock switch to disconnect the gas channel from the burners.
For long-term durability in busy kitchens, the Vulcan 4VK85DF natural gas fryer's base cabinet and four fry tanks are constructed of stainless steel. These tanks can hold as much as 90 pounds of oil each and come with twin fry baskets to contain product during frying; to protect hands from burns, these baskets have plastic-coated handles. To establish a comfortable workspace and streamline operation, this unit establishes a 36 1/4-inch working height. After service, staff can clean the fryer using the 1 1/4-inch full-port, ball-type drain valve, tank brush, and clean-out rod. To ease transportation for cleaning or maintenance, it's mounted on four adjustable 6-inch casters, two of which have locks for stability during operation. Overall, this unit measures 84 inches wide by 34 3/8 inches deep by 47 1/4 inches high.

Product Details





Part of the PowerFry5 series
85-90-lb. tank capacity
4 stainless steel frytanks
Stainless steel base cabinet
8 fry baskets with plastic-coated handles (2 per frypot)
36 1/4-in. working height
Rapid heat recovery
Electronic ignition system
SoftStart technology uses lower BTUs to extend oil life
Idle temperature setting saves energy by outputting only 6,298 BTU an hour for each vat
Hi-limit shutoff prevents overheating
ThreePass heat transfer system yields 65 percent cooking and 78 percent thermal efficiency
V-shaped cold zone collects sediment
1 1/4-in. full-port, ball-type drain valve
4 adjustable 6-in. casters (2 locking)
Includes tank brush and clean-out rod
(4) 90,000 BTU per hour

Digital Controls





Temperature range: 200-390 degrees F
3 fat-melt modes dissolve solid shortening
Users can cook with actual time or compensating time
2 countdown timers
Auto boil-out mode
Displays temperature in Fahrenheit or Celsius

Filtration System





Stainless steel filter pan can hold 110-lbs. of waste
KleenScreen PLUS filtration traps particles 40-60 times smaller than paper filters
Stainless steel mesh screen filters from 2 sides
Drain valve interlock switch turns gas burners off during draining
1/3-HP motor and pump circulates frying compound at 8 GPM
1-touch push-button switch activates pump and motor
6-ft. high-temperature discard hose

Dimensions and Utilities





84 in. W x 54 1/2 in. D x 47 1/4 in. H
120V/60 Hz/1 ph, cord with NEMA 5-15P plug
7 A, 1/3 HP motor
Powered by natural gas
1 1/4-in. rear gas connection

Product Features
Specifications
Manufacturer
Vulcan

Baskets
2

BTU per Fryer
90000

Capacity (lbs)
360

Food Type
Breaded

Frypot Style
Tube Type

Gas Type
NG

Heat
Gas

NEMA
5-15P

Number of Fry Pots
4

Oil Capacity (lb)
360

Oil Capacity/Fryer (lb)
90

Product
Gas Fryers

Product Type
Cooking Equipment

Rating
Best

Series
PowerFry5®

Special Features
Casters Included - Uninstalled

Type
Floor Model

Warranty
1-year Limited Parts & Labor; 10-year Fry Tank

Width (in)
84

Weight
1236.00

Manufacturer: Vulcan
Baskets: 2
BTU per Fryer: 90000
Capacity (lbs): 360
Food Type: Breaded
Frypot Style: Tube Type
Gas Type: NG
Heat: Gas
NEMA: 5-15P
Number of Fry Pots: 4
Oil Capacity (lb): 360
Oil Capacity/Fryer (lb): 90
Product: Gas Fryers
Product Type: Cooking Equipment
Rating: Best
Series: PowerFry5®
Special Features: Casters Included - Uninstalled
Type: Floor Model
Warranty: 1-year Limited Parts & Labor; 10-year Fry Tank
Width (in): 84
Weight: 1236.00