Description
A narrow 25 lb. fryer that attaches to your fryer line, for kitchens that need a second oil without giving up a full fryer's width.
The RFT-25 is a half-size gas fryer only 7.75" wide with a 25 lb. stainless steel tank and two cast iron tube burners (76,000 BTU/hr). It is an add-on unit: Royal says it cannot stand alone and must be attached to another piece of equipment. Use it to keep fish or a second product in its own oil. A millivolt control system means it needs no electrical connection.
Will it fit · Will it plug in
- Outside size
- 7.75" W × 30.5" D (Royal catalog); the sheet gives no overall height
- Installation
- Add-on unit: must be attached to another piece of equipment; cannot stand alone
- Legs
- 6" high adjustable heavy duty legs; 5" swivel casters optional
- Clearances
- Combustible walls: 6" rear, 6" sides. Non-combustible walls: 0"
- Gas
- Natural gas or LP, 76,000 BTU/hr; 3/4" NPT inlet at the left rear; no external pressure regulator required
- Gas pressure
- 4" W.C. natural gas, 11" W.C. propane
- Electrical
- None: millivolt control system
- Shipping weight
- 115 lbs.
Plan where it attaches before you order: the RFT-25 has to be joined to the fryer or equipment next to it, and a stainless steel joiner strip is available.
Half-size frying
A 25 lb. stainless steel tank with a 6 3/4" x 14" frying area, sized for a second product or lower-volume menu items.
Tube-fired burners
Two cast iron burners at 38,000 BTU/hr each (2 × 38,000 = 76,000 BTU/hr) heat the oil through the tubes for fast recovery.
Simple controls
A thermostat from 200° to 400°F and a millivolt control system with 100% safety shut-off; no power cord or outlet needed.
Easy draining
A 1 1/4" full port drain valve, stainless steel front and sides, and single fry baskets with plastic coated handles.
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 natural gas or LP when you order. If your kitchen is above 2,000 feet, tell us the elevation so Royal can set the unit up for it.
- A qualified gas installer must attach it to the neighboring equipment and connect it with a manual shut-off valve following local codes; no external regulator is needed. On casters, Royal calls for a quick-disconnect connector and restraining device.
- Inspect the shipment before signing and note any visible damage on the freight bill.
Questions buyers ask
Can the RFT-25 stand on its own?
No. Royal states the RFT-25 is not a stand-alone fryer and must be attached to another piece of equipment. For a single free-standing fryer, look at the RFT-50 or larger models.
How much oil does it hold?
The stainless steel tank holds 25 lbs. of oil, and the frying area is 6 3/4" x 14".
Does it need electricity?
No. It uses a millivolt control system with a standing pilot and 100% safety shut-off, so it runs on gas alone.
What gas connection does it need?
A 3/4" NPT connection at the left rear. Manifold pressure is 4" W.C. for natural gas and 11" W.C. for propane, and no external pressure regulator is required.
How much clearance does it need?
6" at the rear and sides from combustible walls and 0" from non-combustible walls.
What does the warranty cover?
Royal covers RFT fryers for 1 year parts and labor from installation (up to 18 months from manufacture), and the stainless steel tank for 5 years prorated. 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 loose parts. Once a week, drain the tank, boil out with a boil-out solution, scrub, rinse and dry before refilling.
Specs
| Manufacturer | Royal Range of California |
|---|---|
| Model Number | RFT-25 |
| Quantity | 1 Each |
| Shipping Weight | 115 lbs. |
| Width | 7.75 Inches |
| Depth | 30.5 Inches |
| Installation | Add-on fryer, must be attached to another piece of equipment (not free standing) |
| Number of Tanks | 1 |
| Oil Capacity | 25 lbs. |
| Frying Area | 6 3/4" x 14" |
| Gas Type | Natural Gas or Liquid Propane (specify when ordering) |
| Total BTU | 76,000 BTU/H |
| Burners | 2 cast iron tube burners38,000 BTU/H each |
| Gas Inlet | 3/4" NPT, left rear |
| Gas Pressure | 4" W.C. Natural Gas11" W.C. Propane |
| Pressure Regulator | No external regulator required |
| Electrical | None required (millivolt control system) |
| Controls | Thermostatic, 200-400 Degrees FMillivolt control system with 100% safety shut-off |
| Drain Valve | 1 1/4" full port |
| Baskets | Single fry baskets with plastic coated handles |
| Construction | Stainless steel tankStainless steel front and sides |
| Legs | 6" adjustable heavy duty legs |
| Options | Stainless steel tank coverSide splash guardJoiner strip5" swivel casters48" quick disconnect and restraining cable |
| Clearance (Combustible) | 6" rear6" sides |
| Clearance (Non-Combustible) | 0" rear0" sides |
| Certifications | CSA C/USCSA Sanitation |
| Warranty | 1 year parts and laborStainless steel tank 5 years prorated |
| Usage | Commercial use only |
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