Description
Summit Compact Vaccine Medical Refrigerator Description:
Accucold’s Pharma-Vac Performance Series are upright all-refrigerators designed and purpose-built for pharmacy, medication, and vaccine applications to support meeting CDC/VFC guidelines, with a powder-coated silver ion handle that helps prevent germ spread.
The Summit ARG2PV Compact Vaccine Medical Refrigerator is a 1.94 cu.ft. all-refrigerator with an adjustable control range from +2 to +8ºC. The microprocessor temperature controller is externally located to minimize door openings, helping to protect stored contents from ambient temperature. The buffered temperature probe is encased in a glycol-filled bottle to better simulate temperature of the stored product, with an additional sensor that reads air temperature to ensure superior temperature control. The current and min/max temperature display is viewable in Celsius or Fahrenheit to the nearest tenth of a degree. The audible and visual temperature alarm sounds if the unit’s interior goes out of range. Additional alarms include a power failure alert, door open alarm, and sensor failure alarm. This unit is equipped with remote alarm contacts in the rear and a 1/2″ probe port on the right side to accept additional monitoring devices. This unit comes with a hospital grade cord with a green dot plug for added safety in high traffic areas.
Inside, the Summit ARG2PV Compact Vaccine Medical Refrigerator utilizes adjustable cycle defrost operation to avoid temperature spikes. Optimized forced air cooling with one internal fan ensures excellent temperature stability and uniformity with rapid recovery after door openings. The adjustable plastic-coated wire shelves can be positioned at 1/2″ increments to accommodate virtually any sized item. This unit includes LED internal lighting with an on/off rocker switch. The interior is constructed from white powder coated metal to ensure added durability and better temperature retention.
The ARG2PV comes in a white cabinet finish with a blue accented control panel. The factory-installed antimicrobial handle is powder-coated with naturally occurring silver ions, which help to reduce the spread of germs, allowing for a safer, cleaner user experience. The user-reversible double pane tempered glass door ships with a right hand swing and self-closing function. This model includes a factory-installed lock and ships with two keys for staff use. Powerful magnetic gaskets ensure a positive seal.
Designed with hydrocarbon refrigerant, the ARG2PV provides an energy efficient solution to vaccine storage. This unit is Pyxis, Omnicell, and AcuDose RX compatible. Additional sizes, as well as solid door options, are also available.
NOTE: Accucold refrigerators are purpose-built to the support meeting the current CDC (Centers for Disease Control) guidelines for the storage of vaccines. Units that end in suffix “456” have been certified 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 Compact Vaccine Medical Refrigerator Features:
- Pharma-Vac Refrigerator– 1.94 cu.ft. all-refrigerator purpose-built for vaccine storage
- Purpose-built design– Designed and purpose-built for pharmacy, medication, and vaccine applications to support meeting CDC/VFC guidelines
- +/-1ºC Variation– The published temperature variation is derived from the maximum deviation of an NTC sensor in a 1 oz. vial located nearest the chamber geometric center during a 24 hour test period
- Adjustable temperature– Intuitive controls let you adjust the interior temperature between +2 to +8ºC
- Adjustable temperature– Intuitive controls let you adjust the interior temperature between +2 to +8ºC
- Temperature alarm– Visual and audible alarms alert if the interior temperature rises or falls out of set range
- Remote alarm contacts– Electronic controller is equipped with a volt-free contact for alarm forwarding to an external remote system (contacts located in the external rear of the unit)
- Automatic defrost with adjustable cycle defrost– Adjustable cycle defrost operation ensures the unit avoid temperature spikes and ice buildup
- Access port– Includes a pre-installed 1/2″ probe hole in the right interior wall to allow easier connection to user-provided monitoring equipment
- Open door alarm– Alarm will sound if the door is left ajar for over 4 minutes (adjustable from 1-99 minutes)
- Audible power failure alarm– Battery-powered alarm sounds if the power connection is interrupted
- Sensor failure alarm– Audible and visual alarm warns if the sensor is disrupted
- Password protection– Control panel requires password entry to adjust the parameters beyond the set point
- Microprocessor control panel– Digital controls with a large LED readout in Celsius or Fahrenheit for intuitive temperature management
- Resettable min/max display– Control panel provides a readout of the low and high temperatures in 15 minute increments
- Factory-installed lock– Keyed lock conveniently located towards the top of the door for added security (2 keys included)
- Adjustable plastic-coated wire shelves for improved circulation– Multiple shelf positions spaced at 1/2″ to accommodate virtually any size
- Hospital grade cord with ‘green dot’ plug– Secure three-pronged cord for added unit safety
- Durable interior– Walls are constructed from white powder coated metal for added strength and improved temperature retention
- Interior light– Energy efficient LED lighting with internal on/off switch
- Self-closing door— Added protection in busy settings; NOTE: door is not self-closing once reversed to an LHD swing
- Double pane tempered glass door– Provides a full display of stored contents
- Reversible door– User-reversible door swing for added flexibility
- Magnetic door gasket– Quality door gaskets ensure a tight seal for energy savings and improved performance
- Extended warranty– 2 years parts and labor/5 years compressor
- Eco-Friendly– Using environmentally friendly hydrocarbons refrigerants for a greener footprint
- Usage stickers– Ships with removable warning stickers for “DO NOT UNPLUG,” “DO NOT ADJUST TEMPERATURE,” and “DO NOT STORE PERSONAL ITEMS”
- Additional choices– Solid and glass door choices available from 1 to 18 cu.ft.
- Versatile design– Compatible with Pyxis®, Omnicell®, and AcuDose RX®
- Matching freezer– Pair with Accucold AFZ1PV to create a matching set
- 100% CFC free– Environmentally friendly design without ozone-damaging chemicals
- CARB Compliant– Environmentally friendly hydrocarbon-based refrigerant for a greener footprint that meets current CARB regulations
Summit Compact Vaccine Medical Refrigerator Overview:
- Height of Cabinet– 22.25″
- Width– 18.5″
- Width with Door Open– 18.88″
- Depth– 23.25″
- Depth with Handle– 24.75″
- Depth with door at 90°– 42.5″
- Capacity– 1.94 cu.ft.
- Defrost Type– Automatic
- Door– Glass
- Cabinet– White
- US Electrical Safety– ETL
- Canadian Electrical Safety– ETL-C
- Sanitation– ETL-S to NSF 456
- Amps– 0.6
- Voltage/Frequency– 115 V AC/60 Hz
- Weight– 80.0 lbs.
- Shipping Weight– 86.0 lbs.
- Parts & Labor Warranty– 2 Years
- Compressor Warranty– 5 Years
Summit Compact Vaccine Medical Refrigerator Specifications:
- Door Swing– RHD
- Reversible– Yes
- Shelf Type– Wire
- Shelf Qty– 2
- Adjustable Shelves– Yes
- Thermostat Type– Digital
- Fan Type– Interior
- Refrigerant Type– R600a
- Refrigerant Amount– .84oz.
- High Side PSI– 280.0
- Low Side PSI– 90.0
- Interior Light– Yes
- Temperature Range– 2 to 8ºC
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 ARG2PV and what’s it used for?
The ARG2PV is a compact 1.94 cu ft (≈ 55 L) upright all-refrigerator designed specifically for vaccine, pharmacy and medication storage in clinical or lab environments.
What temperature range and controller features does it support?
It supports an adjustable control range from +2 °C to +8 °C, is equipped with a digital microprocessor controller mounted externally to help minimize door-opening, and uses a buffered probe (in a glycol-filled bottle) plus additional air sensor for more accurate internal-content temperature measurement.
What alarms and monitoring features are included?
Includes audible/visual high/low temperature alarms, door-ajar alarm, power-failure alert, sensor-fault alarm, remote alarm contact outputs and a ½″ probe access port for user-supplied external monitoring devices.
What storage and build features support clinical compliance?
Adjustable wire shelving spaced in fine increments, antimicrobial silver-ion coated handle, hospital-grade “green-dot” plug cord, LED interior lighting with on/off switch, reversible door swing, factory-installed keyed lock, and a durable powder-coated metal interior.
What are typical applications for this unit?
Ideal for small clinics, vaccine stations, wellness rooms or pharmacy support zones where compact secure cold-storage is needed for sensitive items like vaccines or medications.
Shipping FAQ
What are the external dimensions and shipping weight?
Dimensions are approximately 22.25″ H × 18.5″ W × 23.25″ D (≈ 57 cm × 47 cm × 59 cm) and the shipping weight is around 80 lbs (≈ 36 kg).
What power and installation requirements apply?
Operates on 115 V AC / 60 Hz with approximately 0.6 amps draw; requires a grounded outlet and level installation in a clinical or healthcare environment.
Are there unpacking or placement considerations?
Yes — inspect the packaging for damage upon arrival, allow the unit to stabilize upright if transported on its side, level the cabinet before first use, keep rear and side ventilation clear, and verify alarm and temperature settings before loading contents.
What shipping or delivery mode is typical?
Due to its compact size and moderate weight, this model may often ship via parcel or small-freight rather than large pallet freight; confirm receiving area and clearance accordingly.
Application FAQ
Is this unit suitable for vaccine or medication storage under guidelines?
Yes — the ARG2PV is purpose-built for vaccine and medication storage, supporting the +2 °C to +8 °C range and featuring design elements (e.g., buffered probe, alarm contacts) to assist with cold-chain compliance.
What best practices should be followed for daily operation?
Place a calibrated data-logger or min/max thermometer at a representative shelf, label and rotate inventory regularly, avoid over-packing which may restrict airflow, minimize door-open durations and record start-of-day temperature checks per facility protocol.
What maintenance should be performed regularly?
Annually inspect the door-gasket for seal integrity, clean the condenser or vent area periodically, verify thermostat and alarm functions monthly or per your facility’s schedule, and maintain the unit level and free of obstruction.
What should you do in the event of a temperature excursion or alarm?
Document the time, temperature deviation and contents affected; if required relocate items to backup storage; investigate cause (door left open, blocked airflow, power issue); restore proper set-point conditions; and log the incident per your SOP.
