The Frymaster CFHD160G is a high-capacity commercial gas fryer with integrated filtration, engineered for demanding foodservice operations requiring high production throughput, efficient oil management, and dependable long-term performance. Built around Frymaster’s advanced Thermo-Tube heat-transfer system, the fryer utilizes enlarged 6" diameter tubes and proprietary baffle technology to maximize heat transfer efficiency while reducing wasted energy and minimizing heat stress on cooking oil. Its large 80 lb frypot capacity and rapid recovery performance make it ideal for high-volume frying applications involving fries, breaded products, chicken, and other heavily produced menu items.
The built-in manual filtration system simplifies routine oil maintenance while supporting cleaner oil and extended oil life. A wide cold zone and forward-sloping frypot bottom help separate sediment from the cooking area and improve daily cleaning efficiency. Combined with Thermatron® temperature controls, RTD temperature sensing, electronic ignition, drain safety protection, and durable stainless steel construction, the CFHD160G is designed to provide reliable frying performance and operational efficiency in busy commercial kitchens.
Key Features
- 80 lb high-efficiency tube-type gas fryer with built-in filtration
- Thermo-Tube heat-transfer design with proprietary baffles
- 6" diameter tubes with 36% greater heat-transfer surface area
- Built-in manual filtration system
- Thermatron® controller with ±1°F temperature accuracy
- Wide cold zone for sediment collection and oil preservation
- Forward-sloping frypot bottom for easier draining and cleaning
- RTD 1° compensating temperature probe
- Electronic ignition system
- Melt cycle and boil-out mode
- Drain safety switch for safer filtration operation
- Stainless steel frypot, front, door, and cabinet sides
- Front oil disposal with 6 ft washdown hose
- Casters standard on filtration models
- Two twin baskets included standard.
Commercial Insights
The Frymaster CFHD160G is designed for high-volume commercial kitchens that require large-capacity frying performance combined with integrated filtration and improved energy efficiency. Its Thermo-Tube system helps reduce energy loss while improving recovery speed and lowering heat stress on oil, and the built-in filtration system encourages frequent filtering to support cleaner oil and longer oil life during continuous production. With its large 80 lb frypot, wide cold zone, and durable stainless steel construction, the CFHD160G is particularly well suited for QSR chains, institutional kitchens, commissaries, and busy foodservice operations focused on throughput, oil management, and long-term operating cost control.
| Section | Specification | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity & Cooking Area | Oil Capacity | 80 lbs (43 liters / 40 liters listed in legacy specification) |
| Frying Area | 18" × 18" × 3.75" (46 × 46 × 9.53 cm) per frypot | |
| Frypot Configuration | Tube-Type Frypot with Built-In Filtration | |
| Number of Tubes | 5 | |
| Performance & Gas Requirements | Power Output | 100,000 BTU/hr (CE - 27 kW net) per frypot / Legacy specification lists 125,000 BTU/hr |
| Gas Type | Natural Gas / Propane / Mix | |
| Gas Connection | 3/4" NPT | |
| Natural Gas Pressure | 6" W.C. – 14" W.C. | |
| Liquid Propane Pressure | 9" W.C. – 14" W.C. | |
| Controller | Thermatron® standard | |
| Electrical Requirement | NEMA 5-15P plug, 120V 1A controls / 120V 8A filter | |
| Construction & System Design | Heating System | Thermo-Tube heat-transfer design |
| Filtration System | Built-in manual filtration | |
| Temperature Control | RTD 1° compensating temperature probe | |
| Cold Zone | Wide cold zone with forward-sloping frypot bottom | |
| Drain Valve | 1-1/4" to 1-1/2" full-port IPS ball-type drain valve | |
| Material Construction | Stainless steel frypot, front, door, and cabinet sides | |
| Standard Accessories | (2) Twin baskets, basket hangers, basket support racks, casters | |
| Dimensions & Shipping | Width | 39.1" (99.3 cm) |
| Depth | 39.1" (99.3 cm) | |
| Height | 46.3" (117.6 cm) | |
| Drain Height | 12.5" (31.8 cm) | |
| Shipping Weight | 354 lbs (161 kg) | |
| Crated Dimensions | 43" W × 29" D × 55" H | |
| Cubic Feet | 40 | |
| Shipping Class | 85 |
- Model:
- CFHD160G
- Controller:
- 3000
- Controls:
- 1A (Domestic)
- Filter System:
- 8A (for Filtration Models)
- Basket Lifts:
- 3A
- Dimensions:
- 20"W x 46.38"H x 39.38"D
- Power Type:
- Gas
- Fuel Type:
- Natural Gas/Liquid Propane
- Oil Capacity:
- 80 lb per Full Frypot
- Fry Area:
- 18" × 18" × 3.75" per Full Pot
- Plug Type:
- Nema 5-15P
- Pot Type:
- Tube
- Power:
- 100,000 BTU/HR
- Gas Pressure (Natural Gas):
- 6" W.C.- 14" W.C.
- Gas Pressure (Liquid Propane):
- 9" W.C.- 14" W.C.
- Gas Connection (1 - Frypot):
- (1) - 3/4" NPT
- Gas Connection (2-4 Frypots):
- (1) - 1"
- Warranty:
- Frypot=1st year: Parts + Labor, 2nd - 10th year: Parts Only
For complete product specifications and to download the file, please click below.
CFHD160G-Specification-Sheet-1
CFHD160G-Specification-Sheet-2
CFHD160G Operation Manual
