The Frymaster SCFHD263G is a dual high-capacity commercial gas fryer system engineered for high-volume foodservice operations that require rapid recovery, efficient oil management, and dependable frying performance. Featuring dual 80 lb frypots and Frymaster’s advanced Thermo-Tube heat-transfer design, the SCFHD263G delivers controlled high-efficiency heat transfer while reducing idle energy consumption and minimizing heat stress on cooking oil. Its enlarged heat-transfer tubes and wide cold zone help maintain oil quality and cooking consistency during continuous production of fries, chicken, breaded products, and other high-demand menu items.
Built-in manual filtration allows operators to filter oil directly within the fryer battery, helping extend oil life and improve workflow efficiency without requiring separate filtration equipment. The sloped frypot bottom supports faster draining and easier cleanup, while RTD temperature sensing, electronic ignition, melt cycle functionality, and stainless steel construction contribute to reliable long-term operation in demanding commercial kitchens. Designed for throughput, efficiency, and operational consistency, the SCFHD263G is well suited for QSRs, chain restaurants, institutional kitchens, and commissary environments.
Key Features
- Dual 80 lb tube-type gas fryer configuration
- High-efficiency Thermo-Tube heat-transfer design
- Built-in manual filtration system
- Additional 2" tube height with 36% greater heat-transfer surface area
- Wide cold zone for sediment collection and oil preservation
- RTD 1° compensating temperature probe
- Front oil disposal with 6 ft washdown hose
- Drain safety switch for safer filtration operation
- Electronic ignition system
- Melt cycle and boil-out mode
- Combination gas valve with regulator
- Stainless steel frypot, door, and cabinet sides
- Full-port IPS ball-type drain valve
- Casters standard
- Designed for high-volume frying with reduced gas consumption.
Commercial Insights
The Frymaster SCFHD263G is designed for high-volume kitchens requiring dual-frypot production capacity, heavy-sediment handling capability, and integrated oil filtration in one efficient system. Its upgraded HD63 Thermo-Tube design increases heat-transfer surface area while lowering heat concentration on the oil, helping reduce gas usage and extend oil life during continuous frying operations. Combined with built-in filtration, a wide cold zone, and high 125,000 BTU/hr output per frypot, the SCFHD263G is especially effective for QSRs, chicken concepts, institutional kitchens, and other demanding commercial operations focused on throughput, oil management, and long-term operational efficiency.
| Section | Specification | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity & Cooking Area | Oil Capacity | 80 lbs (43 liters) per frypot |
| Frying Area | 18" × 18" × 4.63" (46 × 46 × 11.8 cm) per frypot | |
| Frypot Configuration | Dual Tube-Type Frypots with Built-In Filtration | |
| Pot Type | Tube | |
| Performance & Gas Requirements | Power Output | 125,000 BTU/hr (CE - 33.7 kW net) per frypot |
| Gas Type | Natural Gas / Propane / Mix | |
| Gas Connection | (1) 1" NPT for 2–3 frypots | |
| Natural Gas Pressure | 6" W.C. – 14" W.C. | |
| Liquid Propane Pressure | 9" W.C. – 14" W.C. | |
| Plug Type | NEMA 5-15P | |
| Electrical Requirement | Domestic: Controls 1A / Filter 8A / Basket Lifts 3A | |
| Construction & System Design | Heating System | Thermo-Tube heat-transfer design |
| Filtration System | Built-in manual filtration | |
| Temperature Control | RTD 1° compensating temperature probe | |
| Drain System | 1-1/4" to 1-1/2" full-port IPS ball-type drain valve | |
| Cold Zone | Wide cold zone with sloped frypot bottom | |
| Material Construction | Stainless steel frypot, door, and cabinet sides | |
| Standard Accessories | (2) Twin baskets per frypot, basket hangers, basket support racks, casters | |
| Dimensions & Shipping | Width | 40" (101.6 cm) |
| Depth | 36.75" (93.4 cm) | |
| Height | 44.81" (113.8 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:
- SCFHD263G
- Controller:
- CM3.5
- Controls:
- 1A (Domestic)
- Filter System:
- 8A (for Filtration Models)
- Basket Lifts:
- 3A
- Dimensions:
- 40"W x 44.81"H x 36.75"D
- Power Type:
- Gas
- Fuel Type:
- Natural Gas/Liquid Propane
- Oil Capacity:
- 80 lb per Full Frypot
- Fry Area:
- 18" × 18" × 4.63" per Full Pot
- Plug Type:
- Nema 5-15P
- Pot Type:
- Tube
- Power:
- 250,000 BTU/HR
- Gas Pressure (Natural Gas):
- 6" W.C.- 14" W.C.
- Gas Pressure (Liquid Propane):
- 9" W.C.- 14" W.C.
- Gas Connection (2-3 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.
SCFHD263G-Specification-Sheet-1
SCFHD263G Operation Manual
