The Frymaster MJ140 is a high-performance open-pot commercial gas fryer engineered for versatile frying applications ranging from French fries and pre-breaded foods to specialty menu items. Designed around Frymaster’s proven Master Jet burner system, the MJ140 distributes heat evenly around the frypot to create efficient heat transfer, fast recovery, and dependable cooking consistency during continuous operation. Its open-pot design simplifies daily cleaning and maintenance, while the deep cold zone and forward-sloping frypot bottom help collect sediment away from the cooking area to protect oil quality and support easier frypot cleaning.
The MJ140 is built for reliability and operational simplicity, utilizing a millivolt control system that requires no electrical connection for standard operation. A centerline fast-action temperature probe helps maintain accurate oil temperatures for efficient heat-up and recovery, while the Master Jet burners require no burner cleaning or air shutter adjustments. Stainless steel construction, EZ Spark™ push-button ignition, and a durable open-pot frypot design make the MJ140 a practical solution for restaurants, cafés, snack operations, and commercial kitchens seeking straightforward, dependable frying performance with low maintenance requirements.
Key Features
- 43 lb (20 liter) open-pot gas fryer
- Master Jet burner system for even heat distribution and quick recovery
- Open-pot frypot design for easier cleaning and maintenance
- Millivolt controller with no electric connection required
- Deep cold zone for sediment collection and improved oil quality
- Centerline fast-action temperature probe
- EZ Spark™ push-button ignitor
- Stainless steel frypot, door, and cabinet sides
- 1-1/4" IPS ball-type drain valve
- Combination gas valve with regulator
- Over-the-flue basket hangers
- Frypot cover included
- Casters standard on MJ140
- Designed for versatile frying applications and low maintenance operation
- Optional spreader cabinet and holding station configurations available.
Commercial Insights
The Frymaster MJ140 is designed for operators seeking a dependable, easy-to-maintain open-pot fryer with strong recovery performance and simple day-to-day operation. Its Master Jet burner system delivers efficient heat transfer without requiring burner cleaning or air shutter adjustments, helping reduce maintenance demands while maintaining consistent cooking results. Combined with a millivolt control system, deep cold zone, and durable stainless steel construction, the MJ140 is especially well suited for restaurants, cafés, snack bars, and commercial kitchens looking for a straightforward high-performance fryer with reliable operation and low maintenance requirements.
| Section | Specification | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity & Cooking Area | Oil Capacity | 43 lbs (20 liters) per frypot |
| Frying Area | 12" × 15" × 4.25" (30.5 × 38.1 × 10.8 cm) per frypot | |
| Frypot Configuration | Open Pot | |
| Standard Baskets | (2) Twin baskets | |
| Performance & Gas Requirements | Power Output | 110,000 BTU/hr (CE - 27 kW net) per frypot |
| Gas Type | Natural Gas / Propane / Mix | |
| Gas Connection | (1) 3/4" quick disconnect | |
| Natural Gas Pressure | 6" W.C. – 14" W.C. | |
| Liquid Propane Pressure | 9" W.C. – 14" W.C. | |
| Controller | Millivolt | |
| Electrical Requirement | No electric connection required | |
| Construction & System Design | Heating System | Master Jet burner system |
| Temperature Control | Centerline fast-action temperature probe | |
| Cold Zone | Deep cold zone with forward-sloping frypot bottom | |
| Drain Valve | 1-1/4" (3.2 cm) IPS ball-type drain valve | |
| Material Construction | Stainless steel frypot, door, and cabinet sides | |
| Standard Accessories | (2) Twin baskets, basket hangers, basket support racks, frypot cover, casters | |
| Dimensions & Shipping | Width | 15.9"–16" (40.4–40.6 cm) |
| Depth | 31.6"–33.6" (80.3–85.4 cm) | |
| Height | 41.4"–41.5" (105–105.3 cm) | |
| Drain Height | 10.63" (27 cm) | |
| Shipping Weight | 185 lbs (84 kg) | |
| Crated Dimensions | 21" W × 35" D × 47" H | |
| Shipping Class | 85 |
- Model:
- MJ140
- Controls:
- Millivolt System
- Dimensions:
- 16"W x 41.38"H x 31.63"D
- Power Type:
- Gas
- Fuel Type:
- Natural Gas/Liquid Propane
- Oil Capacity:
- 43 lb
- Fry Area:
- 12" × 15" × 4.25"
- Pot Type:
- Tube
- Power:
- 110,000 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 - 3 Frypot):
- (1) 1"
- Drain Height:
- 10.83"
- Warranty:
- Frypot=1st year: Parts + Labor, 2nd - 10th year: Parts Only
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