Cleveland Range KDL80T Steam Kettles

Cleveland KDL-80-T Direct-Steam Tilting Kettle

Engineered for high-volume, high-performance kitchens, the Cleveland KDL-80-T delivers consistent, even cooking for soups, sauces, stocks and more—up to 1,280 eight-ounce servings per batch. Its rugged quad-leg frame, corrosion-resistant 316 stainless interior and smooth tilting action make production cooking safe, simple and incredibly efficient.

Standard Features & Benefits

• Direct-steam, 2⁄3 jacket design heats product evenly with no hot spots.
• 80 gal / 300 L capacity handles large-batch production with ease.
• 316 series stainless steel cooking surface resists acids and salt solutions for maximum longevity.
• 50 psi steam jacket rating with chrome-plated safety valve for dependable, high-pressure performance.
• Self-locking worm-gear tilt (hand crank) provides smooth, controlled pouring through a high-capacity lip.
• Open quad-leg base with 1 5⁄8" OD 304-SS legs, adjustable flanged feet and three-bolt floor anchors for rock-solid stability.
• Steam control valve and condensate drain valve (insulated handle) mounted conveniently on the right-side console.
• Heavy rolled rim withstands daily knocks and allows secure cover placement.
• NSF-listed & ASME-code stamped for food safety and pressure integrity.
• One-year parts & labor warranty with free factory-authorized start-up available.

Why Choose the KDL-80-T?

• Finish 40 gal of soup in the morning, 40 gal of sauce in the afternoon—the fast recovery and huge capacity keep service lines moving.
• 316 stainless interior shrugs off tomato, citrus and vinegar-based recipes that can pit ordinary 304 stainless.
• Open leg frame keeps plumbing visible and floors easy to wash down—no crevices for food soils or pests.
• Direct steam connection keeps maintenance simple (no internal boiler to descale).

Technical Specifications

*Dimensions are for manual-tilt configuration and do not include optional accessories.

Popular Factory Options & Accessories

• Spring-assist hinged cover (domed, stainless)
• 2" or 3" tangent draw-off valve or 3" butterfly valve
• Steam control kit (trap, strainer & check valve, pre-assembled)
• Hot & cold water faucet with swing spout
• Cooking baskets, tri-basket supports & pan carrier
• Kettle accessory kit: paddles, whips, brushes, ladle & more
• 100 psi jacket upgrade (not required for 80 gal size)

Warranty & Service

• 1-year parts & labor, 18-month parts maximum from ship date
• Extended +1-year warranty available at time of purchase
• Free on-site performance start-up & water quality check (U.S. & Hawaii)
• National network of factory-authorized service agencies