MKN Deep Fat Fryer 7EFRI030XF – Electric

Thirty litres of oil in one work zone, driven by a 10 kW connected load, are what set the scale of the MKN 7EFRI030XF deep fat fryer. That capacity positions it as a dedicated station for continuous frying rather than a small add-on module.

On a vessel, the 380–415 V electrical supply matches typical three-phase distributions, so the fryer can usually be fed directly from the galley panel without introducing non-standard supply arrangements. Fuse protection at 3 x 16 A tells the electrical designer exactly what allowance to make in the board and cable sizing, which matters when several cooking appliances share the same section of switchboard. With a net weight of 53 kg and a gross weight of 65 kg, the unit is substantial enough that it must be positively secured to a plinth or substructure, yet still manageable for installation and future replacement through standard access routes.

The single work zone simplifies operation on a moving ship: one oil bath and one temperature regime reduce the chance of cross-contamination between products, and make it clear what loading pattern the crew should follow during service. A 30 litre oil volume provides a significant thermal buffer, so temperature recovery after basket loading is not solely dependent on the 10 kW input. For the superintendent, that 30 litre figure also defines the volume to be filtered or exchanged during maintenance, which feeds into consumables planning and waste handling on board.

From a protection standpoint, the IPX6 rating is central to how the fryer behaves in a marine galley. An IPX6 appliance is tested against high-pressure water jets, which aligns with wash-down routines that rely on spray guns rather than manual wiping. Combined with fully welded seams, this allows thorough cleaning of external surfaces without driving water into joints or enclosures that would be vulnerable on lesser constructions. The hinged lid keeps the oil surface covered when not in active use, reducing exposure during manoeuvres and making it easier to integrate the fryer into the galley’s safety procedures.

The published gross weight of 65 kg is the figure to use when planning transport from dock to galley, including any lifting gear or temporary platforms. Once in place, the 10 kW electrical power and 3 x 16 A fuse protection define the ongoing load on the vessel’s generators. For ships that run near the limit of their hotel load during peak service, this appliance’s demand has to be considered alongside other 380–415 V consumers in the same time window.

Build and control

• Hinged lid
• Fully welded seams
• IP-rated water protection
• IPX6 protection rating

This fryer is the right choice where the requirement is a single, clearly defined frying station with a 30 litre tank and a 10 kW connection on a 380–415 V system. It is not the right option for a galley that must segregate different fried products at the same time or keep allergen-specific oils separate; that pattern calls for multiple work zones rather than one shared 30 litre bath. Ordered under MKN product number 7EFRI030XF.