Roller Grill FD 50+80 13 Ltr Double Tank Electric Fryer

The Roller Grill FD 50+80 is a countertop double electric fryer with a combined oil capacity of 13 litres, divided between a 5-litre and an 8-litre tank. Each tank operates entirely independently, with its own heating element and thermostat, so the two can run at different temperatures simultaneously or simply keep oils separate by food type.

In a working café or small restaurant kitchen, that independence makes a genuine practical difference during service. The larger tank handles high-demand items such as chips, while the smaller takes flavour-strong foods — garlic mushrooms, samosas, battered fish — without contaminating the main oil. Keeping those oils apart extends their usable life and maintains cleaner flavours across the menu, both of which have a direct effect on food quality and running costs. A cold zone beneath each element also limits the temperature at which food debris settles, reducing the rate at which oil degrades between changes.

From a day-to-day operational standpoint, the unit is straightforward to run and maintain:

• Removable element heads and oil pans simplify daily cleaning and oil changes
• Safety micro switch prevents either element operating unless correctly positioned
• Secondary safety thermostat provides an additional layer of overheating protection
• Heat-resistant basket handles reduce burn risk during busy service periods
• Supplied with two separate plugs and cables for independent socket connection

As a countertop unit, the FD 50+80 requires adequate worktop space and a standard 13-amp socket for each tank. There is no hard-wired installation required, which makes it practical for smaller sites without dedicated electrical infrastructure. It is worth being clear, though, that this is not a high-volume fryer — a busy fish and chip shop or large quick-service operation would typically need a freestanding model with greater oil capacity and faster recovery to keep up with demand.

This fryer is well suited to cafés, pub kitchens, small restaurants, and similar light-to-medium service environments where a compact footprint and the flexibility of two separate oil tanks justify the counter space. Sites with significantly higher throughput requirements would be better served by a heavier-duty model from the range.

If you are weighing up whether the split-tank format is the right fit for your menu and service volumes, we are glad to talk it through before you make a decision.