Description
A 50 lb. electric fryer with tilt-up elements, for kitchens that cannot run gas.
The REF-1417-DM2 is a 15.5" wide electric fryer with a 50 lb. stainless steel tank and heavy duty flat bar elements (17 kW) that tilt up for cleaning. The DM2 control is a two-channel solid state digital control with a melt cycle for solid shortening. It suits cafeterias, restaurants and kitchens without gas that still need a full-size fryer.
Will it fit · Will it plug in
- Outside size
- 15.5" W × 32" D × 46" H (Royal 2026 catalog)
- Legs
- 6" adjustable steel legs; 5" swivel casters optional
- Installation
- Non-combustible surroundings and floor only; the fryer must be secured to the building structure
- Electrical, 17 kW
- 208V: 82 A single phase or 48 A three phase. 240V: 71 A single phase or 41 A three phase (max amps)
- Connection
- Hard-wired through conduit to a single-point terminal block; cord and plug not included. Ships wired for 1 or 3 phase and can be changed in the field
- Shipping weight
- 210 lbs.
Have your electrician confirm the voltage and phase at the fryer location before you choose an option; the circuit has to match the rating plate inside the front door.
Tilt-up elements
Heavy duty flat bar elements lift up by hand for cleaning the tank; spring-assisted counter-balanced elements are an option.
DM2 controls
The DM2 control is a two-channel solid state digital control with a melt cycle for solid shortening; Royal lists the thermostat range as 200-400°F.
Built for daily use
50 lb. stainless steel tank with a 13 5/8" x 14" frying area, twin fry baskets, a 1 1/4" full port drain valve and stainless steel front and sides.
Energy efficient
Royal lists the REF series as ENERGY STAR, and electric heat means no gas line or flue in the kitchen.
Delivery and setup
- Ships by freight carrier; the shipping cost depends on your location. See our shipping policy for details.
- Call (201) 467-8222 for the current lead time before you schedule installation.
- Choose the voltage and phase when you order.
- A licensed electrician must hard-wire it to a circuit sized for its rated amps, following the National Electrical Code and local codes. Royal calls for 75°C field wire on circuits above 80 amps.
- The 6" legs ship in a bag inside the unit; boil out the new tank with a non-chlorine boil-out product before the first fill.
- Inspect the shipment before signing and note any visible damage on the freight bill.
Questions buyers ask
What power does it need?
208V or 240V, single or three phase, hard-wired. For the 17 kW REF-1417, Royal lists max amps of 82 (208V, 1-phase), 48 (208V, 3-phase), 71 (240V, 1-phase) and 41 (240V, 3-phase).
Why are there 21 kW choices?
Royal builds the same fryer as the REF-1421 with 21 kW elements: 101 or 59 A at 208V and 88 A at 240V single phase. If you pick a 21 kW option, call us to confirm the model and amps before ordering.
Does it come with a plug?
No. It is a direct hardwire connection; Royal does not include a cord and plug.
How much oil does it hold?
The stainless steel tank holds 50 lbs. of oil, with a 13 5/8" x 14" frying area and twin fry baskets.
Does it have a built-in filter?
No. The REF-1417-1 to -5 models add a built-in filter, or you can use Royal's RPF-50 portable filter.
Where can it be installed?
Only in non-combustible surroundings on a non-combustible floor. Royal requires the fryer to be secured to the building structure.
What does the warranty cover?
Royal's limited warranty is 2 years from installation (up to 30 months from manufacture): parts and labor the first year, parts only the second year. The stainless steel tank has a 5-year prorated warranty. Labor is covered when an authorized Royal service agency does the work.
How do I clean it?
Filter the oil at the end of each day and wash the baskets and crumb screen. Once a week, drain the tank, tilt the elements up and run a boil-out with a non-chlorine commercial boil-out product.
Specs
| Manufacturer | Royal Range of California |
|---|---|
| Model Number | REF-1417-DM2 |
| Quantity | 1 Each |
| Shipping Weight | 210 lbs. |
| Width | 15.5 Inches |
| Depth | 32 Inches |
| Height | 46 Inches |
| Oil Capacity | 50 lbs. |
| Frying Area | 13 5/8" x 14" |
| Heating Elements | 2 heavy duty flat bar elementsManual tilt-up |
| Power | 17 kW (REF-1417)21 kW options = Royal REF-1421 |
| Voltage | 208 or 240 Volts |
| Phase | 1 or 3 (field convertible) |
| Max Amps 17 kW | 208V 82 A (1-ph), 48 A (3-ph)240V 71 A (1-ph), 41 A (3-ph) |
| Max Amps 21 kW | 208V 101 A (1-ph), 59 A (3-ph)240V 88 A (1-ph) |
| Electrical Connection | Direct hardwireCord and plug not included |
| Controls | DM2 two-channel digital control with melt cycleThermostat range 200-400 Degrees F |
| Filter | None built in |
| Drain Valve | 1 1/4" full port |
| Baskets | Twin fry baskets with plastic coated handles |
| Construction | Stainless steel tankStainless steel front and sides |
| Legs | 6" adjustable steel legs |
| Options | DM2 or CM controllerSpring-assisted tilt-up elementsStainless steel tank coverSide splash guardJoiner strip5" swivel castersCrumb screen with handle |
| Installation | Non-combustible surroundings and floor onlySecure to building structure |
| Certifications | ENERGY STAR (Royal website) |
| Warranty | 2 years parts, 1 year laborStainless steel tank 5 years prorated |
| Usage | Commercial use only |
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