Electric fryer LOTUS 08090431X

An electric fryer that combines a 18 litre oil tank with an adjacent neutral cabinet, letting kitchen staff hold prepped ingredients or finished batches without leaving the station. The fryer heats the oil with submerged elements; the neutral cabinet remains unheated, providing ambient storage that keeps workflow organised.

The fryer works by circulating hot oil around the food. Submerged elements heat the oil to frying temperature; a thermostat maintains the set point while a second, independent thermostat cuts power if the oil overheats. A basket lowers into the oil, cooking the food evenly and quickly. The neutral cabinet sits beside the fryer, giving immediate access to baskets, utensils or ingredients without crowding the worktop.

To operate, fill the tank with oil to the marked level, plug the unit into a 400 V 3-phase supply and switch on. Set the desired temperature on the control knob; the fryer heats the oil. Load the basket with food, lower it into the oil and start the timer. When the timer sounds, lift the basket, let the oil drain and transfer the food to the neutral cabinet or serving area. The audible and visual alarm activates if the safety thermostat trips, prompting immediate attention.

Construction is 2 mm thick CrNi 18/10 AISI 304 stainless steel with a Scotch-Brite satin finish, rounded edges and a rear splashback. Chrome-plated components resist corrosion and make cleaning easier. The control panel is IPX5 water-resistant, protecting the dual thermostats and alarm system. Two drip trays with strainers collect oil and food residues, and a rotating heating element allows the tank to be cleaned thoroughly. Adjustable flanged feet level the unit on uneven floors.

The 15.95 kW power rating requires a dedicated 400 V 3-phase circuit, typical for professional kitchen fryers. The 18 litre volume holds enough oil for batch frying while keeping the footprint compact at 400 mm wide, 705 mm deep and 900 mm high. The 57 kg weight means the unit stays stable during use but can be moved with a trolley. The 15 kg/h capacity indicates the quantity of food the fryer can process in continuous use, helping plan kitchen throughput.

Cleaning involves draining the oil through the filter tray, removing the front control panel to access internal components, and wiping down the stainless steel surfaces. The rotating heating element and removable drip trays simplify maintenance. The fryer is available with a single or double tank, each including baskets, lids, a tank filter and basket support.

This model is the single-tank version, article 08090431X, positioned in the catalogue under professional electric fryers with integrated storage.