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 2VK85AF Gas Fryer - (2) 90 lb Vats, Floor Model, Natural Gas
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Selected Gas Type: Natural Gas
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Vulcan 2VK85AF Description
Because the Vulcan 2VK85AF gas fryer uses solid-state analog controls, operators can regulate the temperature between 200 to 390 degrees with knobs behind the door. It offers user-selectable fat melt modes that enable the use of solid shortening and an electronic ignition. Designed with two 85- to 90-pound capacity vats, this model can fry large quantities of chicken, fries, and onion rings. The tank and cabinet are made of stainless steel to endure heavy-volume usage, and the cold zone is V-shaped to collect sediment without burning, prolonging oil life. It has twin fryer baskets with plastic-coated handles to reduce heat transfer and user burns.
The Vulcan 2VK85AF PowerFry5™ uses a FivePass™ heat transfer system that distributes heat evenly throughout the oil, yielding 65 percent cooking and 78 percent thermal efficiency. The hi-limit shut-off reduces fire risks by reducing gas intake when oil gets too hot. Designed with a SoftStart™ ignition system, this unit operates at 90,000 BTUs per hour during start up and gradually increases to 180,000 BTUs. To reduce energy use during off-peak hours, this fryer can sit at an idle rate of 12,596 BTUs per hour.
This freestanding model comes with a tank brush and clean-out rod and sits on four 6-inch casters that enable mobility for thorough cleaning and maintenance. Its 11/4-inch drain valve has an interlock switch that automatically turns off the gas burners when oil is draining. For optimal filtration, its Kleenscreen Plus® filtration system offers a seamless 18-gauge stainless steel filter pan and a stainless steel mesh screen that filters from two sides. Overall, this unit measures 21 inches wide by 343/8 inches deep by 471/8 inches high and operates with natural gas.
Product Details
- Part of the PowerFry5 VK85 series
- Tank capacity: (2) 85 to 90 lb.
- Floor model
- Stainless steel tank and cabinet construction
- FivePass heat transfer system distributes heat evenly for quick recovery
- Yields 65 percent cooking and 78 percent thermal efficiency
- V-shaped cold zone collects sediments
- Twin fry baskets with plastic-coated handles
- Hi-limit shut off turns off gas when oil gets too hot
- Includes tank brush and clean-out rod
- (4) 6-in. adjustable casters (2 locking)
- SoftStart ignition system operates at 90,000 BTU/hr. to extend oil life
- 12,596 BTU/hr. idle rate
- 180,000 BTU/hr. output
- 361/4-in. working height
- 11/4-in. full-port ball-type drain valve
- Requires 6-in. clearance at both sides and rear adjacent to combustible construction
- 16-in. required clearance from open-top burners
Solid-state Analog Control
- Knob control behind door
- Operates with temperatures between 200 to 390 degrees F
- Can display temperature in Celsius or Fahrenheit
- Timers can use compensating or actual time
- User-selectable fat melt modes
- Electronic ignition
Kleenscreen Plus Filtration System
- Drain valve interlock switch automatically turns off gas burners when draining oil
- Seamless 18-ga. stainless steel filter pan
- Stainless steel mesh filter screen filters from two sides
- 270-sq.-in. filter area
- 8 gal./min. pump rate
- Push-button engages pump and motor with one touch
- 6-in. high-temperature discard hose
Dimensions & Utilities
- Overall: 42 in. W x 343/8 in. D x 471/8 in. H
- Natural gas
- 7 A, 1/3 HP
- 115 V/60 Hz/1 ph, includes cord with NEMA 5-15P plug
- 11/4-in. NPT common rear gas connection
Product Features
*Free shipping on Vulcan 2VK85AF within the 48 contiguous states.
From The Manufacturer
PowerFry5™ Fryer, natural gas, high efficiency, 42" W, (2) battery, 85-90 lbs. capacity per vat, solid state analog knob control with melt cycles, FivePass™ heat transfer system, electronic ignition, KleenScreen PLUS® filtration system, twin baskets, stainless steel cabinet & fry tank, adjustable casters (2 swivel locking & 2 non-locking), 180,000 BTU, CSA, NSF, ENERGY STAR®
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Vulcan 2VK85AF Specifications
Spec Attribute | Spec Value |
---|---|
Manufacturer | Vulcan |
Baskets | 2 |
BTU per Fryer | 90000 |
Capacity (lbs) | 180 |
Food Type | Breaded |
Frypot Style | Tube Type |
Gas Type | NG |
NEMA | 5-15P |
Number of Fry Pots | 2 |
Oil Capacity (lb) | 180 |
Oil Capacity/Fryer (lb) | 90 |
Product | Gas Fryers |
Product Type | Cooking Equipment |
Rating | Best |
Series | PowerFry5™ |
Type | Floor Model |
Warranty | 1-year Limited Parts & Labor; 10-year Fry Tank |
Width (in) | 42 |
Weight | 700.00 |

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