MKN Deep Fat Fryer 8EFRI025DML – Electric

Two work zones and 2×12.5 litres of oil define the working profile of the MKN 8EFRI025DML: a twin-bath fryer sized for continuous galley production rather than a single small snack line. With MaxPower stated at 20 kW, it is specified to recover heat rapidly between successive loads.

The fryer runs on a 380-415 V electrical supply with fuse protection given as 3×32 A. That combination puts it clearly into the main three-phase distribution, so the electrical design team can reserve breaker ways and cable routes early in the project. Net weight is 75 kg and gross weight 82 kg, which gives the yard a firm figure for handling, lifting and any supporting structure or plinth that may sit under the unit.

Each 12.5 litre bath sits in its own work zone, allowing the galley to separate product types or to shut one side down during quieter periods without taking the whole frying capacity offline. Splitting the total capacity into two equal tanks also gives the chef flexibility for allergen management, because one bath can be reserved for sensitive items rather than sharing oil. Where only a single product stream is planned all day, the second zone is simply an available redundancy that can stay idle.

Ingress protection is specified as IPX6. That rating is directly relevant on board, where galley equipment is often cleaned with spray devices instead of hand wiping, and where water is driven against the front and sides of appliances. Knowing that the fryer is declared to IPX6 allows the designer to integrate it into a line-up that is cleaned in place without treating it as an exception during the wash-down routine.

The electrical figures are also part of the HVAC and load calculation. A 20 kW appliance on 380-415 V will contribute a noticeable heat load into the galley envelope when both work zones are in service, and the electrical room has to carry the associated 3×32 A circuit without nuisance trips. On a vessel with limited spare capacity, that may limit how many high-load appliances can run concurrently on the same section of the distribution.

Build and control

• Radiused internal corners for hygienic cleaning
• IP-rated water protection

Radiused internal corners reduce the number of tight angles where oil and food particles can settle, so regular cleaning can be carried out effectively with brushes and cloths instead of dismantling complex joints. Combined with the IP-rated water protection, this supports a straightforward cleaning regime that fits into the vessel’s inspection and hygiene schedule without extended downtime for manual scraping.

The 8EFRI025DML is a sound choice where a galley needs two independently usable 12.5 litre baths on a 380-415 V three-phase supply and where a 20 kW, 3×32 A allocation per fryer position is acceptable. It is the wrong choice where only very low fry volumes are expected or where the available electrical capacity per position cannot support 20 kW, because the unused work zone or constrained supply would tie up space and circuits without delivering usable throughput.

Ordered under MKN product number 8EFRI025DML.