Description
A single 60 lb. high efficiency gas fryer with its own built-in filter, for kitchens that fry all day and filter every night.
The RHEF-60-1-DM2 packs a 60 lb. stainless steel tank, 3 burners (99,000 BTU/hr) and a built-in filter into a 19.5" wide cabinet. The DM2 control is a two-channel solid state digital control with a melt cycle for solid shortening. It suits restaurants, chicken and fish shops and high-volume kitchens that want filtration without a separate filter cart.
Will it fit · Will it plug in
- Outside size
- 19.5" W × 42" D × 45 1/2" H to the top of the flue (front view marks 54" overall); the 2026 catalog lists 39" D
- Dump station
- Optional; adds 19 1/2" to the width
- Work height
- 36" to the top of the fry tank
- Aisle space
- 30" in front of the fryer to pull out the filter pan
- Clearances
- Combustible walls: 6" rear, 6" sides. Non-combustible walls: 0"
- Gas
- Natural gas or LP, 99,000 BTU/hr; 3/4" NPT inlet at the rear; no external pressure regulator required
- Gas pressure
- 4" W.C. natural gas, 11" W.C. propane
- Electrical
- Filter: 115V, 1-phase, 50/60 Hz, 7 A + 1.5 A per tank = 8.5 A for 1 tank; 6' cord with 3-prong grounded plug
- Shipping weight
- 375 lbs.
Measure the hood line and the 30" aisle in front of the fryer: the filter pan slides out the front, so that space must stay clear.
Built-in filtration
An 8 gpm filter pump returns oil through the wash-down hose; Royal says a normal filter cycle takes about 5 minutes. Royal Plus and Ultra-Plus versions return oil through the bottom of the tank.
High efficiency burners
The tank has 3 in-shot burners at 33,000 BTU/hr (3 burners x 33,000 = 99,000 BTU/hr per tank) heating the oil through Royal's heat exchanger, with 65% energy efficiency and "zero" recovery time.
DM2 controls
The fryer has a two-channel solid state digital control with a melt cycle for solid shortening.
Safe drain
A 1 1/4" full port drain valve with an interlock switch shuts the burners off whenever the drain is open.
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 and the filtration type 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 connect it with a manual shut-off valve following local codes; no external regulator is needed. On casters, Royal calls for a quick-disconnect flexible connector and a restraining device.
- Plug the filter into a grounded 115V 3-prong receptacle; boil out each new tank before the first fill.
- Inspect the shipment before signing and note any visible damage on the freight bill.
Questions buyers ask
How much oil does it hold?
The stainless steel tank holds 60 lbs. of oil, and the cooking area is 14" x 18".
Does it need electricity as well as gas?
Yes, for the filter pump: Royal lists 115V, 1-phase, 50/60 Hz at 7 A + 1.5 A per tank = 8.5 A for 1 tank. It plugs into a grounded 3-prong outlet with a 6' cord.
What gas connection does it need?
A 3/4" NPT connection at the rear, with a manual shut-off valve. Manifold pressure is 4" W.C. for natural gas and 11" W.C. for propane, and no external pressure regulator is required.
What is the difference between the filtration options?
Standard filtration returns the filtered oil through the wash-down hose. Royal Plus returns it through the bottom of the tank, and Royal Ultra-Plus through the bottom of the tank or the wash hose. Pick one when you order.
What does the DM2 control do?
It is a two-channel solid state digital control with a melt cycle for solid shortening.
How much clearance does it need?
6" at the rear and sides from combustible walls and 0" from non-combustible walls, plus 30" of aisle in front to remove the filter pan.
What does the warranty cover?
Royal covers RHEF fryers and fryer filter systems for 2 years parts and labor from installation (up to 30 months from manufacture). The stainless steel fry tank has a 10-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, crumb screen and filter pan. Once a week, drain the tank and run a boil-out with a non-chlorine commercial boil-out product.
Specs
| Manufacturer | Royal Range of California |
|---|---|
| Model Number | RHEF-60-1-DM2 |
| Quantity | 1 Each |
| Shipping Weight | 375 lbs. |
| Width | 19.5 Inches |
| Depth | 42 Inches (drawing)39 Inches (2026 catalog) |
| Height | 45.5 Inches (to top of flue)54 Inches overall (front-view drawing) |
| Work Height | 36 Inches |
| Aisle Space to Remove Filter Pan | 30 Inches |
| Dump Station (Optional) | Adds 19 1/2 Inches to width |
| Number of Tanks | 1 |
| Oil Capacity | 60 lbs. |
| Cooking Area | 14" x 18" |
| Production Capacity | 95 lbs. per hour |
| Energy Efficiency | 65% |
| Gas Type | Natural Gas or Liquid Propane (specify when ordering) |
| Total BTU | 99,000 BTU/H |
| Burners | 3 in-shot burners per tank33,000 BTU/H each |
| Ignition | Automatic pilot ignition with 100% safety |
| Gas Inlet | 3/4" NPT, rear |
| Gas Pressure | 4" W.C. Natural Gas11" W.C. Propane |
| Pressure Regulator | No external regulator required |
| Filter Voltage | 115 Volts |
| Filter Amps | 8.5 (7 A + 1.5 A per tank) |
| Hertz | 50/60 |
| Phase | 1 |
| Power Cord | 6' cord, 3-prong grounded plug (filter pump) |
| Controls | DM2 two-channel digital control with melt cycle |
| Filter System | Built-in8 gpm pumpShortening return through the wash-down hose (standard)Royal Plus or Ultra-Plus optional |
| Drain Valve | 1 1/4" full port with burner interlock switch |
| Construction | Stainless steel tanksAll welded stainless steel cabinetFully welded frame |
| Casters | Standard |
| Included | 25 sheets of flat filter paper |
| Filter Options | Royal Plus or Ultra-Plus filtrationSDS rear oil disposal portFine mesh crumb screenTriple filtrationPermafil screenFilter tub cover |
| Options | Stainless steel tank coverSide splash guardDump station with heat lamp100 pack of filter paper5" swivel casters48" quick disconnect and restraining cable |
| Clearance (Combustible) | 6" rear6" sides |
| Clearance (Non-Combustible) | 0" rear0" sides |
| Certifications | CSA C/USCSA SanitationENERGY STAR |
| Warranty | 2 years parts and laborStainless steel tank 10 years proratedFrame lifetime (Royal sheet) |
| Usage | Commercial use only |
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