LOTUS Gas Fryer with Neutral Cabinet & TouchScreen 18+18 L, 36 kW

A gas fryer that combines two 18-litre vats with a built-in neutral cabinet, designed for continuous frying and organised storage in professional kitchens. The unit heats cooking oil with high-efficiency external gas burners, circulating the heat evenly across the vat. A thermostat maintains the set temperature, while the fry baskets lower into the oil to cook food quickly and uniformly. The neutral cabinet, positioned beneath the vats, provides ambient storage for prepped ingredients or finished items, keeping them within reach without occupying additional worktop space.

Operation begins with the 7-inch touchscreen, where the operator selects or programmes a cooking mode. The fryer can store up to 100 custom settings, allowing consistent results for different foods. A pre-heat function brings the oil to 160 °C before frying starts, while an oil-holding mode at 110 °C keeps the oil at a safe temperature between batches, reducing energy use and extending oil life. For solid fats, a melting function warms the oil gently, preventing overheating and ensuring even distribution. Oil sensors monitor the level, preventing operation if the oil is too low or overfilled, and an integrated drainage system with a wheeled collection tank simplifies oil changes.

The fryer is constructed from 18/10 AISI 304 stainless steel, with a 2 mm thick worktop and rounded edges for durability and ease of cleaning. Chrome-plated details and a rear protective panel enhance corrosion resistance, while IPX5-rated waterproof control handles allow safe wipe-downs. The unit includes four fry baskets, a vat strainer, and a lid for filtering oil, reducing residue build-up and maintaining oil quality.

Controls consist of a touchscreen interface for temperature and mode selection, with preset programmes for common frying tasks. The 36 kW gas power rating indicates a high-output appliance suitable for busy kitchens, while the 230 V electrical supply powers the touchscreen and auxiliary functions. The 123 kg weight and 800x705x900 mm footprint require a stable floor and dedicated space, with the neutral cabinet adding storage without increasing the overall width.

Cleaning involves draining the oil into the wheeled collection tank, removing the baskets and strainer for washing, and wiping down the stainless steel surfaces with a damp cloth. The touchscreen and control handles are designed for quick sanitisation, and the rounded edges prevent debris accumulation. The fryer is supplied as a single unit with two 18-litre vats, no additional variants or configurations.

The catalogue places this model in professional gas fryers with integrated storage, combining frying and holding functions in one unit.