Imperial IFS-40_LP 15 Inch Floor Model Gas Deep Fryer with 105000 BTU

Imperial  |  MFG #: IFS-40_LP  |  Item #: 1060783
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  • 105,000 BTU for rapid heat recovery
  • Stainless steel front & sides withstand frequent cleaning
  • Removable crumb screen and nickel-plated baskets simplify cleanup
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The Imperial IFS-40_LP (QUICK SHIP) (MIDDLEBY ESSENTIALS ITEM) Gas Fryer is a commercial-grade, floor-mounted cooking appliance engineered for high-capacity frying applications in foodservice operations. Designed with durable stainless steel front and sides, this 40 lb. capacity gas fryer features tube-fired cast iron burners and a snap action thermostat for precise temperature regulation. Its millivolt control system ensures consistent operation, making it suitable for busy restaurants, cafeterias, and institutional kitchens seeking reliable, high-volume fried foods. With an output of 105,000 BTU, this unit guarantees efficient thermal performance for demanding workloads, while its stainless steel frypot simplifies cleaning and maintenance activities. Ideal for medium-volume commercial kitchens requiring robust and dependable cooking equipment, the Imperial IFS-40_LP enhances operational throughput with built-in durability and precise temperature control.

The Imperial IFS-40_LP gas fryer delivers consistent frying performance with its robust tube-fired cast iron burners and precise millivolt control, designed specifically for commercial kitchens with moderate throughput. Its stainless steel construction ensures long-term durability and ease of maintenance, while the inclusion of wire mesh crumb screens and nickel-plated baskets simplifies cleaning procedures. The unit’s 40 lb. capacity supports continuous frying operations, making it suitable for high-demand environments, and its space-efficient footprint allows for flexible kitchen layouts. Engineered for reliable and safe operation, it fits seamlessly into busy restaurant and cafeteria workflows seeking high-quality, restaurant-ready equipment.

Suitable for mid-volume foodservice environments requiring durable and efficient frying equipment.

This commercial gas fryer features a stainless steel exterior with dimensions of 15.5" width, 30.5" depth, and 45.75" height, with a shipping weight of 221 lbs. The fryer's stainless steel frypot is crafted for exceptional corrosion resistance, supporting consistent heat transfer. Powered by a 105,000 BTU burner system, it operates via millivolt controls with a universal electrical design compatible with standard commercial kitchen utilities. Its stainless steel construction and high-grade controls meet food safety and sanitation standards, facilitating straightforward cleaning routines. The unit is supplied with wire mesh crumb screens and nickel-plated baskets, enhancing ease of use and sanitation. Suitable for installation in a variety of restaurant, cafeteria, or institutional settings, it offers a dependable cooking solution for medium-volume fry tasks, with a maximum operating temperature suitable for restaurant applications. Connectivity requires proper ventilation and drainage clearance for optimal performance.

A commercial gas fryer is a heavy-duty cooking appliance designed for high-volume frying in foodservice environments. It employs gas burners, such as those in the Imperial IFS-40_LP, to produce consistent, precise heat for frying various foods. Installed in restaurant kitchens, cafeterias, or institutional dining facilities, it supports continuous operation with substantial oil capacity and robust construction to withstand daily use. Typically featuring stainless steel surfaces, adjustable thermostats, and safety controls, a commercial gas fryer is essential for establishments requiring efficient meal preparation and optimal product presentation in moderate to high-demand settings.

Designed for medium-volume restaurant kitchens, the Imperial IFS-40_LP offers efficient, durable, and precise frying capabilities with a robust build suited for ongoing frying tasks. Ideal for busy foodservice settings, this full pot gas fryer supports consistent output and simplifies sanitation, ensuring operational effectiveness in high-demand environments.

Why choose the Imperial IFS-40_LP gas fryer over comparable models? It features a full stainless steel exterior for enhanced durability and sanitation, a high BTU output for efficient heat recovery, and a simplified maintenance profile with removable crumb screens and nickel-plated baskets. Its proven performance and compact design improve operational efficiency in demanding kitchen environments, providing a dependable and restaurant-ready solution that supports consistent frying results and ease of use, especially for commercial kitchens seeking long-term reliability.

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Product Description

The Imperial IFS-40_LP (QUICK SHIP) (MIDDLEBY ESSENTIALS ITEM) Gas Fryer is a commercial-grade, floor-mounted cooking appliance engineered for high-capacity frying applications in foodservice operations. Designed with durable stainless steel front and sides, this 40 lb. capacity gas fryer features tube-fired cast iron burners and a snap action thermostat for precise temperature regulation. Its millivolt control system ensures consistent operation, making it suitable for busy restaurants, cafeterias, and institutional kitchens seeking reliable, high-volume fried foods. With an output of 105,000 BTU, this unit guarantees efficient thermal performance for demanding workloads, while its stainless steel frypot simplifies cleaning and maintenance activities. Ideal for medium-volume commercial kitchens requiring robust and dependable cooking equipment, the Imperial IFS-40_LP enhances operational throughput with built-in durability and precise temperature control.

Top Imperial IFS-40_LP Features

The Imperial IFS-40_LP gas fryer delivers consistent frying performance with its robust tube-fired cast iron burners and precise millivolt control, designed specifically for commercial kitchens with moderate throughput. Its stainless steel construction ensures long-term durability and ease of maintenance, while the inclusion of wire mesh crumb screens and nickel-plated baskets simplifies cleaning procedures. The unit’s 40 lb. capacity supports continuous frying operations, making it suitable for high-demand environments, and its space-efficient footprint allows for flexible kitchen layouts. Engineered for reliable and safe operation, it fits seamlessly into busy restaurant and cafeteria workflows seeking high-quality, restaurant-ready equipment.

  • Efficient performance: 105,000 BTU for rapid heat recovery
  • Durable construction: Stainless steel front & sides withstand frequent cleaning
  • Ease of maintenance: Removable crumb screen and nickel-plated baskets simplify cleanup
  • Optimized workflow: 40 lb. frying capacity supports moderate throughput needs
  • Reliable controls: Millivolt thermostat for consistent temperature regulation

Suitable for mid-volume foodservice environments requiring durable and efficient frying equipment.

Imperial IFS-40_LP Technical Specs

This commercial gas fryer features a stainless steel exterior with dimensions of 15.5" width, 30.5" depth, and 45.75" height, with a shipping weight of 221 lbs. The fryer's stainless steel frypot is crafted for exceptional corrosion resistance, supporting consistent heat transfer. Powered by a 105,000 BTU burner system, it operates via millivolt controls with a universal electrical design compatible with standard commercial kitchen utilities. Its stainless steel construction and high-grade controls meet food safety and sanitation standards, facilitating straightforward cleaning routines. The unit is supplied with wire mesh crumb screens and nickel-plated baskets, enhancing ease of use and sanitation. Suitable for installation in a variety of restaurant, cafeteria, or institutional settings, it offers a dependable cooking solution for medium-volume fry tasks, with a maximum operating temperature suitable for restaurant applications. Connectivity requires proper ventilation and drainage clearance for optimal performance.

  • Dimensions: 15.5" W x 30.5" D x 45.75" H
  • Weight: 221 lbs. (product weight)
  • Capacity: 40 lbs. of oil, supporting high-demand fry cycles
  • Fuel Type: Natural gas with 105,000 BTU output
  • Controls: Millivolt thermostat with snap action for precise temperature management
  • Construction: Stainless steel front and sides for durability and sanitation
  • Airflow & Ventilation: Requires adequate clearance for safe ventilation and airflow
  • Cleaning & Maintenance: Removable crumb screen and corrosion-resistant frypot facilitate routine cleaning
  • Installation Requirements: Proper ventilation, drainage, and gas connection compliant with local codes

What is a commercial gas fryer?

A commercial gas fryer is a heavy-duty cooking appliance designed for high-volume frying in foodservice environments. It employs gas burners, such as those in the Imperial IFS-40_LP, to produce consistent, precise heat for frying various foods. Installed in restaurant kitchens, cafeterias, or institutional dining facilities, it supports continuous operation with substantial oil capacity and robust construction to withstand daily use. Typically featuring stainless steel surfaces, adjustable thermostats, and safety controls, a commercial gas fryer is essential for establishments requiring efficient meal preparation and optimal product presentation in moderate to high-demand settings.

Top Commercial Gas Fryers for Foodservice Operations

Designed for medium-volume restaurant kitchens, the Imperial IFS-40_LP offers efficient, durable, and precise frying capabilities with a robust build suited for ongoing frying tasks. Ideal for busy foodservice settings, this full pot gas fryer supports consistent output and simplifies sanitation, ensuring operational effectiveness in high-demand environments.

  • Operation Type — suited for expanding restaurant kitchens
  • Kitchen Setting — ideal for cafeteria and institutional environments
  • Foodservice Category — suitable for fast-food and casual dining venues
  • Workload Qualification — supports moderate throughput requirements
  • Use Case — designed for continuous frying of high-demand menu items

Why Choose Imperial IFS-40_LP?

Why choose the Imperial IFS-40_LP gas fryer over comparable models? It features a full stainless steel exterior for enhanced durability and sanitation, a high BTU output for efficient heat recovery, and a simplified maintenance profile with removable crumb screens and nickel-plated baskets. Its proven performance and compact design improve operational efficiency in demanding kitchen environments, providing a dependable and restaurant-ready solution that supports consistent frying results and ease of use, especially for commercial kitchens seeking long-term reliability.

  • Compared to competitors’ units, it offers a more durable stainless steel exterior
  • Faster heat recovery due to 105,000 BTU burner system
  • Designed with straightforward cleaning features for quick maintenance
  • Optimized for moderate to high-volume frying workflows
  • Built for reliable, long-term performance in commercial foodservice

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CSA Flame

The item has been tested by the Canadian Standards Association (CSA) and meets or exceeds standards for gas or petroleum powered appliances.

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CSA Star

The item has been tested by the Canadian Standards Association (CSA) to ensure that it meets or exceeds the requirements for gas-powered products in the U.S.

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CE Listed

The item has been tested by the Conformité Européenne (CE) for sanitation hazard standards and meets or exceeds expectations.

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NSF Listed

The item meets the standards imposed by NSF International. These standards relate to health, public safety and the environment.

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Imperial IFS-40_LP (QUICK SHIP) (MIDDLEBY ESSENTIALS ITEM) Fryer Gas
Imperial (Middleby)

Imperial IFS-40_LP 15 Inch Floor Model Gas Deep Fryer with 105000 BTU

$1,421.00 $3,509.00

Imperial (Middleby), IFS-40_LP, (QUICK SHIP) (MIDDLEBY ESSENTIALS ITEM) Fryer, gas, floor model, 40 lb. capacity, tube fired cast iron burners, snap action thermostat, millivolt temperature control, includes: wire mesh crumb screen & (2) nickel-plated baskets, stainless steel front, door, sides, basket hanger & frypot, 6" legs, 105,000 BTU, CSA Flame, CSA Star, NSF, CE (Ships within 1-2 days)