Vulcan started producing equipment in Louisville Ky., more than 150 years ago. Today, the brand produces state-of-the-art cooking appliances, including fryers, ovens, and everything in between. The brand is owned by Illinois Tool Works, a global manufacturing leader.
Vulcan 1VK85D Gas Fryer - (1) 90 lb Vat, Floor Model, Natural Gas
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Selected Gas Type: Natural Gas

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Vulcan 1VK85D Description
For streamlined operation, the Vulcan 1VK85D freestanding fryer has digital temperature controls that can be adjusted between 200 and 390 degrees Fahrenheit. This thermostat displays temperatures in either Celsius or Fahrenheit. To keep track of cook time, this unit features two countdown timers; staff can cook with actual or compensating time, which accounts for temperature fluctuations. Because the fryer has three melt modes, operators can use solid shortening without the worry of overheating the unit.
To provide uniform temperature distribution and reduce heat lag between frying, this natural gas fryer uses a FivePass™ heat transfer system. Its electronic ignition features SoftStart™ technology, which gradually heats oil at startup and minimizes scorching risks. For quality preservation, this unit has a "V"-shaped cold zone that captures particulates and minimizes burning that could affect oil taste and color. An idle temperature mode conserves energy by putting the fryer into stasis when it's not in use; a high-limit shut-off system inhibits temperature increases to limit burnt food.
The Vulcan 1VK85D fryer features a sturdy stainless steel cabinet with a 191⁄2-inch-wide by 181⁄4-inch-deep, stainless steel fry tank. This tank can hold as much as 85 to 90 pounds of oil, and to streamline oil removal, it has a 11⁄4-inch full-port, ball-type drain valve; an included tank brush and clean-out rod further aid cleaning. Its two fryer baskets neatly contain french fries, mozzarella sticks, and chicken tenders as they're transferred to and from the oil, and to reduce the risk of heat transfer, the handles are plastic-coated. So staff can access the fry vats, it has a 361⁄4-inch working height. To ease transportation, this 21-inch-wide by 343⁄8-inch-deep by 471⁄8-inch-high unit is mounted on four adjustable 6-inch swivel casters. Two of these casters have locks to hold the unit in place during use.
Product Details
- Part of the PowerFry5™ series
- 85-90-lb. oil capacity
- Freestanding
- Cabinet and fry tank are stainless steel
- Two fry baskets
- Plastic-coated basket handles reduce injury risk
- 361⁄4-in. working height
- Digital thermostat offers Fahrenheit or Celsius readouts
- Temperature range: 200-390 degrees F
- 3 melt modes enable use of solid shortening
- Idle temperature setting outputs 6,298 BTU
- Solid-state digital controls
- Fast heat recovery system reduces lag time
- Users can cook with actual or compensating time
- Two countdown timers
- Electronic matchless ignition
- SoftStart technology gradually increases oil temperature
- Hi-limit shut off reduces risk of overheating
- Auto boil-out system eases cleaning
- FivePass heat transfer system yields 78 percent thermal and 65 percent cooking efficiency
- "V"-shaped cold zone traps particulates and preserves oil quality
- 11⁄4-in. full-port, ball-type drain valve
- 4 adjustable 6-in. casters (2 locking)
- Tank brush and clean-out rod included
- 90,000 BTU per hour
Dimensions and Utilities
- Tank: 191⁄2 in. W x 181⁄4 in. D
- Overall: 21 in. W x 343⁄8 in. D x 471⁄8 in. H
- Powered by natural gas
- Includes 120 V cord with NEMA 5-15P plug
- 3⁄4-in. OD rear gas connection
Product Features
*Free shipping on Vulcan 1VK85D within the 48 contiguous states.
From The Manufacturer
PowerFry5™ Fryer, natural gas, high efficiency, 21" W, free-standing, 85-90 lbs. capacity, solid state digital control with melt cycles, FivePass™ heat transfer system, electronic ignition, twin baskets, stainless steel cabinet & fry tank, adjustable casters (2 swivel locking & 2 non-locking), 90,000 BTU, CSA, CSA STAR, NSF, ENERGY STAR®
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Vulcan 1VK85D Specifications
Spec Attribute | Spec Value |
---|---|
Manufacturer | Vulcan |
Baskets | 2 |
BTU per Fryer | 90000 |
Capacity (lbs) | 90 |
Food Type | Breaded |
Frypot Style | Tube Type |
Gas Type | NG |
NEMA | 5-15P |
Number of Fry Pots | 1 |
Oil Capacity (lb) | 90 |
Oil Capacity/Fryer (lb) | 90 |
Product | Gas Fryers |
Product Type | Cooking Equipment |
Rating | Best |
Series | PowerFry5â„¢ |
Type | Floor Model |
Warranty | 1-year Limited Parts & Labor; 10-year Fry Tank |
Width (in) | 21 |
Weight | 267.00 |

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