Description
Summit General Purpose 21″ Wide Medical Refrigerator Description:
Accucold’s lineup of general purpose refrigeration includes TAA compliant choices in a variety of sizes manufactured in North America for reliable cold storage.
Made in North America, the Summit ACR82L General Purpose 21″ Wide Medical Refrigerator is a slim-fitting all-refrigerator uniquely sized at 21″ W x 22″ D. Adjustable cantilevered shelving lets you accommodate a variety of sizes to maximize the interior space. Powerful fan-forced cooling ensures fast temperature recovery and even cold air distribution. This model uses automatic defrost operation for easy user maintenance, with audible high/low temperature alarms to warn if the unit goes out of range. Designed for general purpose storage in healthcare and laboratory settings, the temperature range is 2ºC to 8ºC.
The Summit ACR82L General Purpose 21″ Wide Medical Refrigerator comes in a clean white cabinet with a self-closing door, an ideal time-saving feature for busy staffs that helps to ensure items aren’t accidentally exposed to room temperature. LED lighting in the door panel offers an efficient presentation, while the tempered glass offers a heat-safe view. This unit features a high efficiency compressor and rear condenser. Eco-friendly R290a refrigerant helps to ensure a greener footprint compliant with the latest CARB regulations.This unit has a right hand door swing and is not field reversible.
In addition to the ACR82L, Accucold’s North American line includes additional sizes to best fit your space. Explore the full selection or contact our product specialists for more information.
NOTE: Accucold refrigerators are purpose-built to the support meeting the current CDC (Centers for Disease Control) guidelines for the storage of vaccines. At this time, Accucold refrigerators have not been evaluated to the new NSF 456 standard. As referenced in the current Vaccine Storage and Handling Toolkit, these units incorporate microprocessor controls and forced air circulation for stable operation between 2 and 8ºC. For additional temperature assurance, the CDC recommends a calibrated digital data logger (DDL), which can be added with the factory-installed option DL2B or addition of the DL2BKit accessory.
Summit General Purpose 21″ Wide Medical Refrigerator Features:
- General purpose healthcare refrigerator made in North America– All-refrigerator designed to operate between 2 and 8ºC for a variety of storage applications including cold packs, laboratory specimens, and medications
- Temperature Range: 2º and 8ºC– Preset to 5ºC as recommended for most items stored in general purpose applications
- TAA compliant– Ideal for GSA contracts and other applications requiring a unit to have been manufactured in a TAA designated country
- Glass door– Tempered glass door provides heat-safe view of interior contents
- Self-closing door– Door automatically closes if left ajar to help protect items in high traffic settings
- Pocket handle– Handle recessed in the side of the door for more efficiency in crowded facility settings
- Fan-cooled interior– Powerful fan-forced cooling to ensure fast temperature recovery
- Automatic defrost– Reduced user maintenance with automatic defrost
- High/low temperature alarm– Audible and visual alarm warns if the temperature goes out of range
- LED lighting– Individual lights in door pane offer a full view of stored contents, with an off switch located inside
- Adjustable cantilevered shelves– Allows you to accommodate a variety of sizes
- Wire shelving– Designed to ensure proper air circulation for more even temperature distribution
- Sealed back– Space-saving design with no exposed coils for easier cleanability
- Right hand door swing– Door is not field reversible
- 100% CFC free– Environmentally friendly design with no ozone-damaging chemicals
- CARB Compliant– Eco-friendly hydrocarbon-based refrigerant for a greener footprint that meets current CARB regulations
Summit General Purpose 21″ Wide Medical Refrigerator Overview:
- Height of Cabinet– 60.88″
- Height to Hinge Cap– 61.25″
- Width– 21.0″
- Depth– 21.88″
- Depth with door at 90°– 41.5″
- Capacity– 7.56 cu.ft.
- Defrost Type– Automatic
- Door– Glass
- Cabinet– White
- US Electrical Safety– UL
- Canadian Electrical Safety– ULC
- Sanitation– UL-S
- Amps– 2.5
- Voltage/Frequency– 115 V AC/60 Hz
- Weight– 170.0 lbs.
- Shipping Weight– 240.0 lbs.
- Parts & Labor Warranty– 1 Year
- Compressor Warranty– 5 Years
- UPC– 761101086095
Summit General Purpose 21″ Wide Medical Refrigerator Features:
- Door Swing– RHD
- Reversible– No
- Shelf Type– Plastic
- Shelf Qty– 3
- Adjustable Shelves– Yes
- Thermostat Type– bDigital
- Fan Type– Interior
- Refrigerant Type– R290a
- Refrigerant Amount– 2.1oz.
- High Side PSI– 293.0
- Low Side PSI– 135.0
- Interior Light– Yes
- Temperature Range– 2° to 8°C
Summit General Purpose 21″ Wide Medical Refrigerator Dimensions:
- Interior Height– 39.38″
- Interior Width– 17.5″
- Interior Depth– 18.25″
Summit Appliance manufactures compact and specialty major appliances: including refrigerators, freezers, laboratory and scientific refrigeration and refrigerated and freezer drawers. Our products are grouped into: laboratory, medical and scientific refrigerators and freezers.
Product FAQ
What is the ACR82L and what is it used for?
The ACR82L is a slim-footprint 21″-wide all-refrigerator designed for general-purpose medical, laboratory and healthcare cold-storage applications (e.g., medications, specimen storage), with a controlled temperature range of **+2 °C to +8 °C**.
What are the key technical specifications?
• Capacity: 7.56 cu ft (~214 L)
• External dimensions: Height ~60.9″ (~155 cm) × Width ~21.0″ (~53 cm) × Depth ~21.9″ (~55.6 cm); door-open depth ~41.5″ (~105 cm).
• Temperature control range: +2 °C to +8 °C (preset to +5 °C).
• Electrical: 115 V AC/60 Hz; Amps ~2.5; Weight ~170 lbs (~77 kg) shipping weight ~240 lbs (~109 kg).
What safety and monitoring features are included?
Features include fan-forced interior cooling for fast recovery and even temperature distribution; automatic defrost; audible high/low temperature alarms; self-closing door to protect contents in busy facility settings.
Which environments is this unit best suited for?
Ideal for medical labs, pharmacy ancillary rooms, clinical environments and other healthcare settings that require reliable +2 °C to +8 °C refrigeration in a space-efficient footprint. Not intended for typical domestic food/beverage use.
What warranty coverage is provided?
Manufacturer’s warranty: 1 year parts & labor; 5 years compressor.
Shipping FAQ
How long does shipping take after placing an order?
Typical dispatch lead time depends on stock availability but is generally 3-7 business days for standard U.S. delivery; actual transit time depends on destination and carrier.
Is international shipping available and what should I consider for Melbourne, Australia?
Yes — international shipping can be arranged. For delivery to Melbourne, Australia consider:
• Import duties, customs clearance & Goods & Services Tax (GST)
• Site access & clearance: check door width, corridor/elevator access and floor-loading capacity
• Electrical compatibility: this unit is rated 115 V AC/60 Hz (US version). If installing in Australia (230 V/50 Hz) you may need a compatible variant or transformer.
How is the unit packaged for transit and what site requirements should be met?
The unit ships palletized and boxed with protective packaging. Approx. unpacked footprint: ~155 cm H × ~53 cm W × ~56 cm D; door-open clearance ~105 cm. Ensure your delivery site has a firm, level surface, sufficient entry and door-swing clearance, and handling equipment (pallet jack or lift) if necessary.
What should I do if my shipment arrives damaged or is delayed?
On delivery, inspect the packaging and unit for visible damage or delayed transit. If damage is found: photograph the condition, retain the packaging and delivery receipt, then contact your supplier with your order/tracking details to initiate a claim or replacement.
Application FAQ
How do I install and set up the ACR82L?
1. Place the unit on a firm, level surface in a temperature-controlled room; allow clearance behind, sides and above for ventilation; ensure door can fully open (~105 cm).
2. Connect to a dedicated grounded outlet matching the unit’s specification (115 V AC/60 Hz). If installing in Melbourne, Australia, verify correct variant or transformer for local supply.
3. Plug in the unit, power it on and allow several hours (typically 3-4 h) for the internal temperature to stabilize before loading temperature-sensitive contents.
4. Verify the digital control panel/display is functioning, audible/visual alarms respond (high/low temp, door-open), and the door seal and hinges are working correctly.
What best practices should I follow when storing medical or lab materials?
• Use the adjustable shelving; avoid over-packing or blocking airflow to maintain uniform internal temperature.
• Clearly label stored items with date/time, batch or user ID to support traceability.
• Minimize door openings and reduce time the door remains open — store frequently accessed items near the front to reduce ambient intrusion.
• Regularly inspect door gasket/seal, hinges, lock (if fitted); maintain logs of internal minimum/maximum temperature and any alarm events if required by your facility’s protocol.
What should I do if a temperature excursion or power interruption occurs?
If the interior temperature rises above or falls below the safe range (+2 °C to +8 °C), or a power interruption occurs:
• Record the event: date/time, observed temperature and impacted contents.
• Immediately relocate critical materials to validated backup refrigeration until conditions stabilize.
• Investigate the root cause (door left open, ambient heat load, sensor/power fault).
• Once the unit returns to stable operation and internal temperature is within range, verify readings before returning stored items.
What maintenance and verification routines are recommended?
• Monthly: Inspect door gasket/seal, hinges and door/handle mechanism for wear or damage.
• Quarterly: Clean condenser coils and ventilation pathways; ensure the fan and airflow are unobstructed and free of dust or blockage.
• Periodically: Test audible/visual alarms, external probe port (if present) and any remote alarm contacts; calibrate sensors if required. Maintain service/calibration logs, internal temperature logs and alarm-event history for audit readiness.
