The Vulcan Model 3VK85AF is a free-standing gas fryer with a 255–270 lb. oil capacity and an 270,000 BTU/hr input. It features a stainless steel cabinet and fry tank, along with a FivePass heat transfer system that delivers 68% cooking and 78% thermal efficiency, plus a “V” shaped cold zone for improved oil longevity.
It comes equipped with a 1¼" full-port ball-type drain valve, twin fry baskets with plastic-coated handles, and a set of four 6" adjustable casters, two of which are locking.
Solid state analog knob control is located behind the door. Accurate temperature control 200° to 390°F. User selectable fat melt modes. All PowerFry5 Series Gas Fryers are standard with electronic ignition — power button starts the fryer instantly. A tank brush and clean-out rod are also included for easy maintenance.
This unit is equipped with a built-in filter system. The filter vessel is constructed of 18 gauge stainless steel with a 1/3 HP motor/pump that circulates hot frying compound at the rate of 8 gallons per minute. The system is activated by a one-touch push-button switch and has a standard mesh filter screen.
- Filter system
- Drain valve interlock switch – turns off gas burners automatically when draining oil
- 6" Casters adjustable – 2 locking, 2 non-locking
- Drawn (seamless) 18 gauge stainless steel filter pan - 110 lbs. capacity
- Stainless steel mesh filter screen filters from 2 sides; filter area = 270 square inches
- 1⁄3 H.P. motor and pump circulates frying compound at a rate of 8.0 gallons per minute
- One touch push button switch to engage pump and motor
- Tank brush and clean-out rod
- 120 volt, 60 Hz, 1 phase (NEMA 5-15P)
- One year limited parts and labour warranty
- 10 year fry tank limited warranty
- 6' High temperature discard hose
| Product Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Brand | Vulcan |
| Model | 3VK85AF |
| Series | VK |
| Type | Fryers |
| Fuel Type | Natural Gas |
| Capacity | 255-270 lbs |
| Temperature Range | 200 to 390°F |
| Fry Baskets | Twin |
| Ignition | Electronic |
| # of Tanks | 3 |
| Tank Size | 19.5" x 18.25" |
| BTU per Hour | 270,000 |
| Filter Pan Capacity | 110 lbs |
| Filter Area / Fabric Envelope | 270 sq.in / 350 sq.in |
| Horsepower | 1/3 |
| RPM | 1750 |
| Pump | 8 Gallons/Minute |
| Electrical | 115V / 60Hz / 1Ph |
| Amps | 7.0 |
| Working Height | 36.25" |
| Dimensions - WDH | 63" x 34-3⁄8" x 47-1⁄8" |
| Certifications | Energy Star / NSF / CSA |
| Material | Stainless Steel |
| Warranty | 1 Year |
| Tank Warranty | 10 Years Limited |
| Controls | Analog |
