Wells WVAE-55FC Ventless 55 lb Electric Open Fryer With Built In Filtration

Engineered to eliminate the high capital costs and structural restrictions of installing traditional ductwork, the Wells WVAE-55FC Ventless Fryer System with Built-In Filtration delivers a high-capacity, self-contained frying and ventilation solution ideal for restaurants, food trucks, historic buildings, kiosks, sports arenas, and leased commercial kitchens with ducting limitations. Position this 15.8-inch-wide floor-standing unit anywhere power is available and connect its 17-kW electric element to a dedicated electrical supply to produce high-volume fried menu items in a 50- to 55-lb capacity stainless steel frypot. The fully integrated hood overhead pulls grease-laden vapors through a multi-stage air filtration system—comprising stainless steel baffle grease filters alongside high-efficiency HEPA and activated charcoal combination filters—to clean and recirculate air directly back into the room. This system is engineered exclusively for electric cooking equipment because ventless hoods recirculate indoor air; gas-powered appliances produce dangerous combustion byproducts like carbon monoxide, gas flues, and excessive moisture that recirculating air filters cannot safely absorb or remove, whereas electric equipment generates only grease particulate and steam. Featuring a built-in oil filtration system that extends oil life and simplifies maintenance, high-efficiency immersion heating elements, a factory-installed Ansul fire suppression system, and airflow sensors that automatically shut off power if filters are missing or full, the Wells WVAE-55FC complies with NFPA 96 standards to provide operators maximum layout flexibility, reduced oil expenses, and a rapid return on investment.

***Please note that this item is a special order item and is non-cancelable / non- returnable.

Features:

• VCS2000 Ventless Electric Open Fryer with Auto-Lift
• 55 lb. Oil capacity
• With built-in oil filtration system
• Basket lift
• Solid state controls
• Self-contained hood system
• Stainless steel construction
• Front legs
• Rear casters
• CUL
• This model requires (1) HEPA Filter (22402) & (1) Charcoal Filter (22403))

Warranty:

2 year parts and 1 year labor

Mandatory Note

OWNERS RESPONSIBILITY: Before any Wells Mfg. Ventless unit can be powered up for the first time, the UL300 Ansul fire suppression system (provided by others) must be charged with "Ansulex" and commissioned and tagged by a certified and locally licensed ANSUL Fire Suppression contractor. This commissioning is also the commencement of an agreement between the Ansul agent and the owner and cannot be consummated by Wells Mfg, its agents, dealers or service agencies. Cost will vary by individual Ansul agent and paid by the owner, not by Wells.