Rapid Recovery Commercial Frying with the Austheat AF812R Electric Deep Fryer
The Austheat AF812R Electric Deep Fryer is a heavy-duty rapid recovery commercial fryer designed for demanding Australian hospitality environments where speed, consistency, and output are critical. Built for cafés, restaurants, takeaway shops, and high-volume commercial kitchens, this powerful electric fryer delivers exceptional frying performance with faster recovery times between batches.
Featuring a large 33 litre oil capacity, dual stainless steel fry baskets, and powerful rapid recovery immersion heating elements, the Austheat AF812R is ideal for businesses producing chips, seafood, chicken, and other fried menu items at scale. Its electric design also creates a cleaner, cooler working environment compared to traditional gas alternatives.
Product Features
- Rapid Recovery Performance: High-powered electric immersion elements deliver faster temperature recovery between frying loads for improved service speed.
- Large 33 Litre Oil Capacity: Single pan design supports continuous high-volume frying in demanding commercial kitchens.
- Dual Fry Baskets: Includes two stainless steel baskets for simultaneous cooking and improved operational efficiency.
- Fast Heat-Up Time: Reaches 180°C in approximately 9 minutes for quicker startup and reduced downtime.
- Digital LED Temperature Display: Clear temperature visibility for accurate frying control during service.
- Dual Control Thermostats: Switch easily between cooking and idle modes to improve energy efficiency and reduce running costs.
- Backup Safety Thermostat: Secondary thermostat provides added reliability and protection.
- Easy Cleaning Design: Heating elements swing up and out of the way, allowing easy access to the smooth open tank.
- Cleaner Electric Operation: No open flame means less ambient kitchen heat and a cleaner working environment.
- Manual Reset Safety Cut-Out: Built-in over-temperature protection improves operator safety.
- Commercial Mobility: Rear castors and adjustable front legs make positioning and maintenance easier.
- Modular Expansion: Compatible with optional joining covers for multi-fryer commercial configurations.
Built for Commercial Performance
The Austheat AF812R is designed for kitchens where frying speed directly impacts service efficiency. Producing up to 35kg of fried food per hour and recovering rapidly after each batch, this commercial electric fryer is ideal for high-demand takeaway, restaurant, and fast-paced foodservice environments.
Its rapid recovery heating system helps maintain stable oil temperatures during busy periods, resulting in more consistent food quality and faster cooking performance. Electric operation also reduces ambient heat output, helping improve kitchen comfort while lowering air-conditioning demand.
Ideal For
- Fish and chip shops
- Takeaway food outlets
- Busy restaurants
- Cafés with fried menu items
- Commercial kitchens
- High-volume foodservice operations
Technical Specifications
- Model: Austheat AF812R
- Oil Capacity: 29 to 33 litres
- Configuration: Single pan with lid and two baskets
- Hourly Output: 35kg per hour
- Cooking Time: 2 to 3 minutes per 1.5kg batch
- Heat-Up Time: Approximately 9 minutes to 180°C
- Display: Digital LED temperature display
- Power: 16.7kW
- Electrical Requirements: 24.6 Amps per phase / 3 Phase + Neutral
- Dimensions: 455mm W x 830mm D x 1075mm H
- Warranty: 5 years fryer tank, 2 years parts, 1 year labour*
Why Choose the Austheat AF812R Electric Deep Fryer?
The Austheat AF812R is built for hospitality businesses that cannot afford slow recovery or inconsistent frying performance. Its rapid recovery heating system helps maintain stable cooking temperatures under pressure, improving food quality and speeding up service during peak demand.
With durable stainless steel construction, practical cleaning access, strong safety protection, and higher output performance than standard fryer models, the Austheat AF812R is a serious commercial frying solution for Australian foodservice operators.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What makes the Austheat AF812R different from the standard AF812?
A: The AF812R features a higher-powered rapid recovery heating system, delivering faster temperature recovery and higher hourly output.
Q: What is the oil capacity of the Austheat AF812R?
A: The fryer holds approximately 29 to 33 litres of oil.
Q: Is this suitable for high-volume commercial frying?
A: Yes, it is designed for demanding commercial kitchens with an output of up to 35kg per hour.
Q: What power connection is required?
A: The unit requires a 3 phase electrical connection with neutral at 16.7kW.
Q: Is the fryer easy to clean?
A: Yes, the swing-up heating elements provide easy access to the open tank for efficient cleaning.
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