Valentine TF77 Twin Pan Electric Fryer

The Valentine TF77 is a twin-tank tabletop electric fryer built for continuous commercial use. It operates as two fully independent frying stations within a compact footprint, allowing operators to cook different products at the same time without flavour transfer — a practical arrangement for kitchens running varied menus. Valentine have been manufacturing commercial fryers in Switzerland since the mid-twentieth century, and the TF77 reflects that heritage of straightforward, durable construction.

In a busy service environment, recovery time is as important as initial heat-up. The TF77's tank geometry incorporates a cool zone beneath the active frying area, where food particles and sediment settle away from the heating element. This slows oil degradation, supports consistent frying temperatures across back-to-back covers, and reduces the frequency of oil changes — a meaningful operational saving over the course of a week's service.

The fryer is built in three separable components — control unit, tank, and chassis — with both the tank and chassis designed to be removed and washed in a commercial dishwasher. The tanks themselves are formed from pressed single-piece stainless steel with smooth, rounded internal surfaces and no welded joints, which makes thorough cleaning considerably more straightforward than fabricated alternatives. Two baskets and primary filtration are supplied as standard.

• Twin independent tanks allow simultaneous multi-product frying without flavour transfer
• Cool zone tank design slows oil degradation and supports consistent output quality
• Removable tanks and chassis are commercial dishwasher safe
• Single-piece pressed stainless steel tanks with no welded joints for easier cleaning
• Compact tabletop format integrates readily into an existing cook line

The TF77 is well suited to small and mid-sized operations — gastropubs, hotel kitchens, café restaurants, and event catering setups — where frying output is central to service but floor space is limited. It also works effectively as a supplementary fryer alongside larger floor-standing units in higher-volume kitchens. For sites with significantly greater throughput demands, it is worth considering whether a larger-capacity model would better match the volume expected across a full service.

If you would like to talk through whether the TF77 is the right fit for your kitchen's layout and output requirements, the team at Advantage are happy to help before you make a decision.