Description
Fry fries, wings and fish on electric power in a 40 lb fryer only 15.5" wide.
The Pegasus FR-40E is a 40 lb electric floor fryer for restaurants, takeout shops and caterers, and for kitchens without a gas line. Its 14 kW element heats an 18 L (4.75 gal) stainless steel frypot under thermostatic control, with a safety thermostat for overheat protection. It runs on 208V 3-phase or, after a field conversion, 1-phase, and takes only 15.51" of line space.
Will it fit · Will it plug in
- Outside size
- 15.51" W × 34.22" D × 39.59" H (36.77" deep overall per drawing)
- Crated size
- 17.71" W × 43.30" H × 39.37" D, 94 lb
- Power
- 208V, 60 Hz, 14 kW: 39 A on 3-phase or 67 A on 1-phase
- Clearances
- Non-combustible walls: 0" left, 0" right, 2" back. Combustible walls: 1" left, 3" right, 3" back
The spec sheet lists no cord or plug, so plan for an electrician to connect it to a 208V circuit sized for the phase you use. Measure every doorway on the delivery path; its smallest outside dimension is the 15.51" width. Your local code may require it under a ventilation hood.
40 lb of oil
An 18 L (4.75 gal) drawn stainless steel frypot, with stainless steel baskets included.
14 kW recovery
A 14 kW element brings the oil back to temperature quickly between batches.
Safe to run
Thermostatic control plus a separate safety thermostat that protects against overheating.
Easy oil changes
Drain the oil from the bottom through a valve, and lift the element up to clean the frypot.
Slim footprint
Only 15.51" wide, so it fits in a short gap on the cook line.
Delivery and setup
- Ships by freight carrier at 94 lb. Inspect it for damage before you sign for it.
- Have a licensed electrician connect it to 208V power, 3-phase or 1-phase.
- See our shipping policy for delivery options, including pickup at our Kearny, NJ warehouse.
Questions buyers ask
How much oil does it hold?
40 lb, which Pegasus lists as 18 L (4.75 gallons).
What power does it need?
208V, 60 Hz, 14 kW. It draws 39 A on 3-phase or 67 A on 1-phase, and it is field convertible from 3-phase to 1-phase.
Does it come with a plug?
The spec sheet lists an electric inlet but no cord or plug type. Plan for an electrician to connect it.
How do I drain and clean it?
Drain the oil through the bottom valve, then lift up the heating element to clean the frypot.
Are baskets included?
Yes, stainless steel baskets are included.
How close can it go to a wall?
Against non-combustible walls it needs 0" on the sides and 2" at the back. Against combustible walls it needs 1" on the left and 3" on the right and back.
What does the warranty cover?
Pegasus gives a one-year limited parts and labor warranty in the USA and Canada.
Specs
| Manufacturer | Pegasus |
|---|---|
| Model Number | FR-40E |
| Shipping Weight | 94 lbs |
| Width | 15.51 Inches |
| Depth | 34.22 Inches36.77 Inches overall (per drawing) |
| Height | 39.59 Inches |
| Shipping Dimensions | 17.71" W x 43.30" H x 39.37" D |
| Oil Capacity | 40 lb18 L (4.75 gallons) |
| Power Type | Electric |
| Wattage | 14 kW |
| Voltage | 208 Volts |
| Phase | 3 Phase, field convertible to 1 Phase |
| Amps | 39 A (208V 3-phase)67 A (208V 1-phase) |
| Hertz | 60 Hz |
| Controls | Thermostatic temperature control |
| Safety | Safety thermostat for overheat protection |
| Heating Element | Lift-up element |
| Frypot | Stainless steel, drawn |
| Baskets | Stainless steel baskets included |
| Oil Drain | Bottom drain valve |
| Construction | Stainless steel |
| Clearance, Non-Combustible | Left 0"Right 0"Back 2" |
| Clearance, Combustible | Left 1"Right 3"Back 3" |
| Certifications | cETLusETL SanitationCE |
| Warranty | One-year limited parts and labor (USA and Canada only) |
| Usage | Commercial |
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