Roller Grill FD 80DR 16 Litre Double Electric Fryer

The Roller Grill FD 80DR is a countertop twin-tank electric fryer with a combined 16-litre oil capacity. Each tank operates as a fully independent frying unit, with its own heating element, thermostat, and basket — allowing operators to run two different products at the same time without flavour transfer or the need to change oil between them.

In service, the FD 80DR handles steady, moderate-volume frying reliably. It is not a high-throughput continuous-production unit, but for a busy café service or a small takeaway running regular trade, it performs consistently across a shift. The cold zone design — where the element sits above a cooler lower section of the tank — allows food debris to settle away from the active fry area, which slows oil breakdown and extends oil life meaningfully over a week of service. Independent thermostat controls mean chips and fish, for example, can each be held at the temperature appropriate for their product.

Practical advantages in day-to-day operation include:

• Independent tanks eliminating flavour cross-contamination between different products
• Cold zone construction slowing oil degradation and reducing oil change frequency
• Removable element head and oil pan making end-of-day cleaning straightforward
• Safety micro switch confirming the element is correctly seated before operation
• Secondary safety thermostat providing an additional layer of protection during service

Installation is simpler than an equivalent gas fryer — there is no gas supply, flue, or appliance-specific interlock ventilation required by the unit itself. That said, local extraction and ventilation requirements should always be confirmed with a qualified ventilation installer and in line with your building regulations. You will need a suitable electrical supply; it is worth checking your existing circuit capacity before ordering. The unit is countertop-mounted and requires a stable, heat-resistant surface at a practical working height.

The FD 80DR is well suited to cafés, fish and chip takeaways, small restaurants, and event catering operations where a dependable twin-tank electric fryer is needed without the footprint or cost of a floor-standing unit. It is not the right choice for very high-volume sites running extended double shifts or continuous production — in those settings, a heavier-duty model with greater oil capacity and a higher power output would be a more appropriate fit.

If you would like to talk through whether this fryer is the right match for your service volume and setup, the team is glad to help before you place an order.