PFE 591/PFG 691

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Counter-balanced lid lift and lock system
Makes full loads easy to handle and fryer safe to operate
B
Half racks
Bread, load, fry and hold up to 24 lb of chicken per load without re-racking
C
Faster cooking
Frying under pressure seals in flavor, reduces cook time and temperature
D
Programmable
Computron 8000 with full programming and oil management features
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Fast recovery
Highly efficient heating elements/burners produce fast recovery
F
Built-in filtration
Faster, more convenient filtering improves productivity
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PFE 591/PFG 691

High Volume Pressure Fryers

The PFE 591/PFG 691 is the only pressure fryer on the market with the capacity to cook up to 24 lb (11 kg) of food in a single load. For high volume operators, that’s huge. And here’s why: Henny Penny high reliability heat transfer means you’re never waiting—you’re cooking. Fast recovery, higher throughput, less down time. And all day long you’ll be saving on frying oil, energy, labor, and floor space compared to an equivalent number of smaller pressure fryers from other manufacturers.

It’s easy to use, too. Touch pad programmable controls, patented counter-balanced lid lift and lock system, and half-racks that can go straight from the fryer into the holding cabinet without re-racking.

FEATURES
  • Cooks up to 24 lb (11 kg) of food per load for higher throughput and profitability
  • Allows frying on standard half-racks to minimize product handling from fry pot to holding cabinet
  • Patented counter-balance lid lift and lock for easy loading and unloading—lid remains locked until pressure drops to 1 psi
  • Built-in filtration system reduces downtime and increases employee productivity
  • Computron 8000 control features 10 programmable cook cycles, load compensation, idle/melt/clean-out modes, proportional control, water detection alert, optional filter prompt, customizable filter tracking and 16-character digital display with multiple language settings
  • Electric models feature high-efficiency heating elements to generate fast temperature recovery and energy savings
  • Gas models feature patented draft-induced heat transfer technology incorporating 4 high-efficiency burners with solid-state ignition for reliable operation and fast temperature recovery
  • Fully insulated, heavy-duty stainless steel fry pot with 7-year warranty
  • Rectangular fry pot design promotes turbulence for even cooking
  • Cold zone below heating elements helps extend oil life
  • High-limit temperature protection
  • Raised edge on the deck reduces spills
  • Stainless steel construction for added durability and long service life
  • 4 heavy-duty casters, rear swivel and front locking

PRODUCT OPTIONS

PFE 591 Electric
PFG 691 Gas

HENNY PENNY BKI WINSTON BROASTER
COB CAPACITY (lbs./load) 14, 18, 24 14, 18 14, 18 7, 14, 22
OIL CAPACITY (lbs.) 48, 69, 100 48, 75 64, 75 21, 42, 63
WARRANTY 7 year pot Not provided on spec sheets Limited 1 year 5 year pot, 2 year control
PRODUCT HANDLING Rectangular open/tier basket; Rectangular half rack Round basket Round tier basket Round basket
POWER (kW) 13.5, 13.5, 17 13.5, 17 10.5, 10.5 6, 10.8, 15
SHIP WEIGHT (lbs.) 340, 374, 758 320, 400 165, 175 210, 270, 410
FOOTPRINT (sq. ft.) 5.1, 5.1, 7.4 4.7, 6.4 4.2 3.2, 4.4, 6.7
HEIGHT (in.) 48, 48, 61 33, 50 50 42, 46, 47
SHIP CUBE (cu. ft.) 32, 32, 56 38 20 17.2, 25.1, 40
CONTROL Electronic, one line display, 10 programmable cook cycles, Loadcomp Electronic, one line display, 8 programmable cook cycles Electronic, one line display, 8 programmable cook cycles, Flex-time Electronic, one line display, 10 programmable cook cycles, Auto Comp
HENNY PENNY BKI WINSTON BROASTER
COB CAPACITY (lbs./load) 14, 24 14 14, 22
OIL CAPACITY (lbs.) 43, 130 35 64, 75 42, 63
WARRANTY 7 year pot Not provided on spec sheets Limited 1 year 5 year pot, 2 year control
PRODUCT HANDLING Rectangular open/tier basket; Rectangular half rack Round basket Round tier basket Round basket
POWER (kW) 23.4, 29.3 26.4 19, 29.3
SHIP WEIGHT (lbs.) 363, 865 460 310, 457
FOOTPRINT (sq. ft.) 5.1, 7.4 5.2 4.2 4.4, 6.7
HEIGHT (in.) 48, 61 53 50 46, 47
SHIP CUBE (cu. ft.) 32, 56 38 20 25.1, 40
CONTROL Electronic, one line display, 10 programmable cook cycles, Loadcomp Electronic, one line display, 8 programmable cook cycles Electronic, one line display, 8 programmable cook cycles, Flex-time Electronic, one line display, 10 programmable cook cycles, Auto Comp

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 TRADITIONAL
OPEN FRYER		 PFE-591 or
PFG-691

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Possible Additional Revenue Due
to Increased Throughput
(at $5 Per 2-Piece Meal)