Pitco 40D Economy Gas Floor Fryer, 40-45 lb Oil Capacity, 107,000 BTU, Natural Gas

The Pitco 40D is an economy tube-fired gas floor fryer with 40-45 lb of oil over a 14" x 14" frying area, rated at 107,000 BTU/hr and configured for natural gas.

Proven Tube-Fired Design

Pitco's economy gas fryers are the simple, rugged tube-fired fryers found in kitchens everywhere. Long-life high-temperature alloy stainless steel baffles mounted in the heat exchanger tubes wring maximum heat and combustion efficiency from every BTU, and the deep cool zone under the tubes traps crumbs so they don't scorch and break down the oil.

A standing pilot and millivolt thermostat hold your set temperature automatically between 200°F and 400°F. The integrated gas valve acts as manual valve, pilot valve, gas filter, pressure regulator and automatic main valve, and it shuts off all gas if the pilot goes out. No electrical connection is needed.

Why Operators Choose It

• Simple and dependable: no electronics; standing pilot and millivolt thermostat
• Efficient heat: alloy stainless heat baffles in the heat exchanger tubes
• Safety: automatic pilot safety and a high-limit switch that shuts off all gas if the oil overheats
• Easy cleaning: welded stainless tank with smooth peened finish and a front 1-1/4" NPT drain
• Value: commercial Pitco quality at an entry price point

Controls

Millivolt thermostat with 200-400°F range. These are stand-alone fryers and are not available with built-in filtration; pair with a Pitco portable filter for oil care.

Ideal For

• Independent restaurants, bars and pizzerias
• Food trucks, concessions and seasonal operations
• Low- to moderate-volume frying or a second fryer for overflow
• Kitchens without convenient electrical service at the fry station

Specifications

Installation & Utility Requirements

• Gas connection: 3/4" NPT rear gas inlet
• Gas pressure: maximum 1/2 PSI supply to the combination gas valve; natural gas and LP (propane) models are not interchangeable without a factory conversion
• Electrical: none required; the standing pilot and millivolt valve are self-powered, so the fryer keeps working during a power outage
• Clearances: 6" from combustible construction at sides and rear (0" from non-combustible); 30" minimum clear aisle in front; do not curb mount
• Ventilation: install under a commercial exhaust hood; do not restrict flue gases or place hood drains over the flue
• Mobile installs: fryers on casters (and any fryer with basket lifts) must use a flexible gas hose with restraining cable per CSA/AGA requirements

What's Included

• Two nickel-plated twin fry baskets
• Nickel-plated tube rack
• Removable basket hanger
• Drain extension
• Drain line clean-out rod
• 6" adjustable legs

Factory Options (Additional Cost)

• Triple baskets
• Tank cover
• Casters
• Fryer cleaner
• Portable filter systems

Warranty

Pitco warranty: 1-year Parts & Labor. Use a qualified installer and register the fryer with Pitco after installation to keep coverage in force.

Specifications per Pitco data; subject to change by the manufacturer. Contact us for configuration help and control upgrades.