Waldorf FN8118GH Gas Fryer 400mm

The Waldorf FN8118GH is a 400mm single pan gas fryer from the new Waldorf Continuum range. It replaces the FN8118G, with the same 18 litre pan and target burner system, and now a high back as standard.

A 90MJ target burner system heats an 18 litre open pan to fry up to 25kg an hour, in a 400mm footprint that suits cafes, takeaways and smaller kitchens.

The burners run off a U shaped manifold around the pan, with 9 target burners: 4 down each side and 1 at the back. Gas from each jet mixes with air, and the flame hits a metal target that reflects the heat onto the sides of the pan. Because the heat goes in through the sides, not the bottom, the oil below stays cool. That cold zone is where crumbs settle away from the heat, keeping the oil cleaner and lasting longer.

Waldorf Continuum is made by Moffat. The FN8118GH runs on natural gas or LPG, so a licensed gas fitter makes the connection. It has a dial control and a manual pilot, so it needs no power point. Like all Moffat gas fryers, it has a gas regulator built in, so a separate regulator is not required and should not be fitted. The FN8118GH is supplied set to the gas type you order and includes a conversion kit, so if you order natural gas the LPG conversion kit comes with it for later use if you ever need to switch.

Best for: cafes, takeaways and smaller kitchens that need a single pan fryer in a 400mm space.

Colour options

Stainless as standard, or add colour with Cue or Bold. Just let us know which when you order.

Frequently asked questions

Who makes the Waldorf FN8118GH?
Moffat makes Waldorf in New Zealand. Moffat also distributes and services it across Australia.

Has the FN8118GH replaced the FN8118G?
Yes. The FN8118GH is the FN8118G in the new Waldorf Continuum range. It keeps the 18 litre pan, the 90MJ target burner system and the manual pilot, comes with a high back as standard (the H in the model number) and is now 818mm deep and 1130mm high.

How do the target burners in the FN8118GH work?
A U shaped manifold runs around the pan with 9 target burners, 4 down each side and 1 at the back. Gas from each jet mixes with air, and the flame hits a metal target that reflects the heat onto the sides of the pan.

What is the difference between the FN8118GH and the FN8120GH?
The FN8118GH is 400mm wide with an 18 litre pan and target burners. The FN8120GH is 50mm wider, holds 20 litres and uses twin 45MJ/hr infra-red burners. The FN8120GH also comes in a digital version, the FN8120GEH.

Is there a digital version of the FN8118GH?
No. The FN8118GH is dial control only. If you want digital control and timers, the 450mm FN8120GEH is the closest.

Does the FN8118GH need power?
No. It runs on gas only with a dial control and a manual pilot, so no power point is needed.

What is a cold zone?
The FN8118GH heats the oil from partway up the pan, not from the bottom. The burners put their heat into the sides of the pan, so the oil heats from there up and the oil below stays cool. That cool layer at the bottom is the cold zone.

How does the cold zone save oil?
Crumbs and stray bits of product sink into the cold zone and stop cooking. They don't burn and break down the oil, so it lasts longer.

Do I need flat filter trays in the FN8118GH?
No, and they can shorten your oil life. They hold crumbs up in the hot cooking zone where they keep burning, and the tray and the mess on it block the convection currents. Hot oil is thick and needs to move freely to cook evenly and recover fast. The cold zone already catches the crumbs.

How much oil does the FN8118GH hold?
18 litres.

What temperature should I run the FN8118GH at?
180°C or under. The thermostat goes to 190°C, but going hotter doesn't cook any better, it just burns your oil.

Should I turn the FN8118GH up to full if I'm slammed?
No. It's a common mistake. Turning it up doesn't give you more power and won't get the oil back to 180°C any faster. All it does is burn your oil.

Do I need a gas regulator fitted to the gas supply?
No. The FN8118GH has a regulator built into the gas control valve. Fitting an external one can take control away from the built in regulator, and sitting under the fryer it gets hit with caustic cleaning chemicals, which causes problems down the track.

Does the FN8118GH come with a gas conversion kit?
Yes. The FN8118GH is supplied set to the gas type you order and includes the conversion kit for the other gas type, so if you order natural gas the LPG kit comes with it.

Does the FN8118GH cook differently on natural gas or LPG?
No, it cooks exactly the same. Natural gas is delivered at about 1kPa, so the fryer needs larger jets to get its full 90MJ. LPG is delivered at about 2.5kPa and carries more energy, so the jets are smaller to cut back the gas flow. The end result is the same power either way.

Where should the FN8118GH be positioned?
Under an exhaust hood, with no shelves above it, and at least 500mm away from equipment like combi ovens. Fryers put vaporised oil into the air, and if that gets into a combi it can damage the electronics.

Can the FN8118GH go next to other equipment?
Yes, fryers can go beside most things. You'll usually want an infill bench next to it to hold the product you're about to fry. If you're worried about water or food falling into the oil from the next appliance, side shields are available.

How do I clean the FN8118GH?
Drain the oil through the 32mm drain valve, flush the pan out with water, then clean it with plain soap and water. Food often jams in the drain, so be careful clearing it. People push a metal rod in to clear it and then close the drain valve on the rod, which damages the seals in the ball valve and makes it leak.

What causes breakdowns on gas fryers like the FN8118GH?
Too much hosing. Water gets into the pilot, valves and jets. The jets are aluminium, and floor cleaner and oven and grill cleaner react with it.

Why should I use the lid on the FN8118GH?
Put the lid on every night so nothing falls into the oil. It's also your best friend in a fire, because it smothers it fast.

What is the difference between Cue and Bold?
Cue puts a coloured vitreous enamel finish on the control panel, and the rest of the fryer stays stainless steel. Bold puts the colour on the control panel and the front panels, so the whole front is coloured. Both come in black (C0 or B0), chilli red (C2 or B2) or burgundy (C3 or B3).

Does the colour change how the fryer works?
No. Cue and Bold are the same fryer with an enamel finish. Performance, oil capacity and warranty are the same as the stainless model.

What comes with the FN8118GH?
Two standard fryer baskets, a stainless steel lid and a gas conversion kit.

How much is delivery on the FN8118GH?
Delivery is typically $120 plus GST. Use the Freight Cost Guide button on this page for the exact price to your postcode, including whether a tailgate is needed.

What does tailgate delivery mean?
Standard freight delivers to your kerbside, and strictly speaking getting the fryer off the truck is up to you. A tailgate truck has a lift on the back to lower it to the ground. Most drivers will give you a hand anyway, but a tailgate is the only way it's guaranteed.

Do you have scratch and dent units?
Sometimes. These are Moffat units with freight damage or ex-display, subject to availability.

Warranty and support

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Contact

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