Pitco Solstice™ Dual 70-90 lb Electric Fryer System with Filter Drawer – 34 kW
Model: Pre-packaged SE18 x 2 with Solstice™ Filter Drawer | ENERGY STAR® QualifiedBuilt for high-volume kitchens that demand speed, consistency and simple oil management, this pre-configured Pitco Solstice™ battery combines two full-vat SE18 electric fryers with an under-fryer Solstice Filter Drawer. Enjoy 140-180 lb total oil capacity, lightning-fast recovery from twin 17 kW elements, and a two-step filtration cycle that keeps staff safe and oil costs low.
Why You’ll Love It
- Two independent 18" × 18" stainless-steel fry tanks, 70-90 lb oil capacity each.
- 34 kW total output (17 kW per vat) delivers rapid temperature recovery for continuous production.
- Behind-the-door Solid State Thermostat with melt cycle & boil-out mode for precise, worry-free control.
- Fixed immersion elements & mercury-free contactors—efficient, reliable and eco-friendly.
- Solstice™ Filter Drawer (8 gpm pump) lives under the battery: pull the blue drain handle, pull the red return handle—filtering finished in seconds.
- 1¼" full-port drains plus drain-valve interlock for faster, clog-free clean-outs.
- ENERGY STAR®, cULus, NSF, CE & GS listed—built to meet the toughest codes worldwide.
- Heavy-duty stainless steel front, sides & tanks; 9" adjustable legs for easy cleaning underneath.
- Comes ready for twin baskets per vat (other basket configurations available).
At-a-Glance Specifications
| Oil Capacity | 70–90 lb per tank | 140–180 lb total |
|---|---|
| Cooking Area | 18" × 18" × 4 ¾" (per vat) |
| Heat Load | 17 kW per vat | 34 kW total |
| Voltage (3 ɸ) |
208 V / 96 A • 240 V / 82 A • 480 V / 42 A (amps shown for full two-vat system) |
| Filtration | Under-fryer Solstice™ Filter Drawer, 8 gpm pump, two-step operation |
| Controls | Solid-state thermostat (SSTC) with melt, boil-out & high-temp safety limit |
| Certifications | ENERGY STAR®, cULus, NSF, CE, GS |
| Warranty | 1-year parts & labor • 10-year fry-tank (stainless steel) |
Popular Factory Options
- Digital or IntelliFry I12 computer controls with up to 12 programmable timers
- Automatic basket lifts (requires digital or computer controls)
- Rear / locking casters, tank covers & splash guards
- 6' power cord (208 V or 240 V, 3-phase only)
Performance data sourced from Pitco Frialator specification sheet for SE18 series fryers and Solstice™ Filter Drawer system (rev. 11/13). Shipping weight approximately 500 lb. Specifications subject to change without notice.
Pitco Frialator (Middleby) SE18S-2FD Solstice Electric Fryers
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