207-3VK85AFNGVulcanModel 3VK85AF
Vulcan 3VK85AF Gas Fryer - (3) 90 lb Vats, Floor Model, Natural Gas
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The Vulcan 3VK85AF is a high-efficiency, 3-vat gas fryer with 90 lb capacity per pot, designed for high-volume restaurants. Features independent temperature controls, energy-saving FivePass™ heat transfer, and durable stainless steel construction.
Key features
- 013 x 90 lb frypots with independent analog controls for precision cooking and no flavor transfer
- 02Energy-efficient FivePass™ heat transfer system ensures even oil distribution and faster cooking
- 03SoftStart™ ignition system delivers 135,000 BTUs per hour for rapid oil heating and energy savings
- 04Durable stainless steel frypots, cabinet, and baskets resist rust, corrosion, and wear
- 05Idle temperature mode reduces BTU output to 18,894 for energy-efficient heat maintenance
Description
The Vulcan 3VK85AF 3-vat gas fryer is a powerhouse for commercial kitchens, combining efficiency, durability, and versatility. Built with three 90 lb stainless steel frypots, this floor model fryer allows you to fry multiple products simultaneously without risking flavor transfer. Each vat has independent analog knob controls, letting you set temperatures between 200–390°F and choose from various fat-melt modes—ideal for restaurants serving breaded items like chicken, fish, or fries. The fryer’s advanced FivePass™ heat transfer system ensures even oil distribution, while the SoftStart™ ignition system delivers 135,000 BTUs per hour to quickly heat oil and save energy. Once at the desired temperature, the idle mode reduces output to just 18,894 BTUs per hour, maintaining heat without wasting energy. Perfect for high-volume kitchens, this fryer also features a sturdy stainless steel cabinet and baskets, six fryer baskets with plastic-coated handles, and four adjustable casters (two lockable) for stability. Whether you’re operating a fast-food chain, casual dining restaurant, or food service operation, the Vulcan 3VK85AF delivers the performance, efficiency, and reliability commercial kitchens demand.
Specifications
- Manufacturer
- Vulcan
- Baskets
- 2
- BTU per Fryer
- 90000
- Capacity (lbs)
- 270
- Food Type
- Breaded
- Frypot Style
- Tube Type
- Gas Type
- NG
- Heat
- Gas
- NEMA
- 5-15P
- Number of Fry Pots
- 3
- Oil Capacity (lb)
- 270
- 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)
- 63
- Weight
- 968.00
Details
- 01Part of the PowerFry5 VK85 line
- 023-battery configuration
- 0336 1⁄4-in. working height
- 04(3) 90-lb. frypots
- 05Stainless steel frypots, cabinet, and fryer baskets resist rust, corrosion, and wear
- 066 fryer baskets featuring plastic-coated handles (2 per frypot)
- 07(4) 6-in. adjustable casters (2 can be locked for stability)
- 08FivePass heat transfer system effectively distributes heat throughout oil
- 09SoftStart ignition system quickly warms oil while outputting 135,000 BTUs per hour
- 10Idle temperature mode outputs just 18,894 BTUs per hour to sustain set temperature
- 11Flue temperature doesn't exceed 500 degrees F at maximum production rate
- 12Hi-limit shutoff
- 13Comes with tank brush and clean-out rod
- 141 1⁄4-in. full-port ball-type drain valve
- 156-in. clearance required at sides and rear when placed near combustible construction
- 1616-in. minimum clearance to adjacent open-top burner units
- 17Matchless electronic ignition
- 18Operating temperature range: 200-390 degrees F
- 19Selectable fat-melt modes
- 20Assembled on a pull-out base drawer
- 21110-lb.-capacity stainless steel filtration pan
- 22Stainless steel mesh filter screen can filter areas from 270-350 sq. in.
- 23Filtration system can be activated with the push of a button
- 24Pump and motor circulate oil at 8 GPM
- 25Drain valve interlock switch automatically turns off burners while oil is drained
- 26Hands-free oil-return tube adds oil back to the tanks when drawer is shut
- 2763 in. W x 30 13⁄100 in. D (50 1⁄4 in. D when doors are opened) x 47 1⁄4 in. H
- 28115 V/60 Hz/1 ph, cord with NEMA 5-15P plug
- 29Powered by natural gas
- 301 1⁄4-in. NPT common rear gas connection
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