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.
The Summit ARG2PVDL2B 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. This refrigerator includes a high/low temperature alarm, as well as 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. A hospital grade cord with ‘green dot’ plug is also included for added safety in high traffic areas.
We also include our DL2B digital data logger to be mounted to the door, a feature recommended by the CDC and VFC for vaccine storage. This password-protected DDL is NIST calibrated in our ISO/IEC 17025:2017 accredited laboratory and offers a large LCD display of the current and high/low temperature, recording up to 32,000 data groups to its internal memory or even more on the included 4GB USB flash drive. Data can be viewed through a PC or Mac in Microsoft Excel or any .CSV compatible program. Users can set their own recording intervals starting at increments of 10 seconds to best meet a facility’s specific logging needs. We include a 2-year certificate of calibration beginning the date of manufacture. The logger can be re-calibrated in our laboratories after the certificate expires. (For additional information on the DDL, see the DL2BKit listing on our website.)
Inside, the Summit ARG2PVDL2B Compact Vaccine Medical Refrigerator utilizes adjustable cycle defrost operation to avoid temperature spikes. Optimized forced air cooling with an internal fan to 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 ARG2PVDL2B 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 double pane tempered glass door provides a full view of the interior. 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 ARG2PVDL2B 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: The DL2B data logger adds 1 1/2″ to the depth of the upper right hand corner of the door (not included in the listed specifications on this page).
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 is included on this unit.
Summit Compact Vaccine Medical Refrigerator Features:
- 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
- Digital data logger (DDL) included– Accucold DL2B data logger is NIST calibrated in our ISO/IEC 17025:2017 laboratory, with user-set logging intervals, a large LCD readout of the current and high/low temperature, and virtually unlimited storage through internal memory and a convenient USB drive;
- 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 AFZ1PVDL2B 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
- 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– Factory Reversible
- 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 Compact Vaccine Medical Refrigerator Dimensions:
- Interior Height– 16.5″
- Interior Width– 15.25″
- Interior Depth– 15.75″
- Compressor Step Height– 8.25″
- Compressor Step Width– 15.25″
- Compressor Step Depth– 4.25″
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 ARG2PVDL2B and what’s it used for?
The ARG2PVDL2B is a compact upright refrigerator with approximately 1.94 cu ft (≈ 55 L) of capacity, designed specifically for vaccine or medication storage in clinical and pharmacy environments.
What temperature range and controls are supported?
It supports an adjustable temperature range between +2 °C and +8 °C, features a digital microprocessor controller with external display, and uses a buffered probe to monitor stored-product temperature rather than ambient air alone.
What alarms and monitoring features are included?
Includes high/low temperature alarms (audible and visual), door-ajar alarm, power-failure alert, sensor-fault alarm, remote alarm contacts for external monitoring, and a ½″ probe access port for external data-logging.
What storage and build features support clinical compliance?
Includes factory-installed lock, antimicrobial silver-ion coated handle, adjustable wire shelves in fine increments, LED interior lighting, hospital-grade “green-dot” plug cord, and sealed-back cabinet design for built-in or freestanding placement.
Shipping FAQ
What are the unit’s dimensions and shipping weight?
Approximate size: 22.25″ H × 18.5″ W × 23.25″ D (≈ 57 cm × 47 cm × 59 cm); shipping weight around 80 lbs (≈ 36 kg).
What power and installation requirements apply?
It operates on 115 V AC / 60 Hz, draws around 0.6 amps; requires a grounded outlet and level placement in a clinical setting.
What unpacking or placement considerations should be followed?
Inspect the packaging for any transit damage upon arrival, allow the unit upright settling time if it was transported on its side, level the unit before loading contents, maintain clearances at the rear and sides for ventilation, and verify control and alarm operation prior to use.
What shipping method is typically used?
Given its compact size and moderate weight, this model may ship via parcel or small-freight service rather than full-pallet freight; ensure the receiving area accommodates delivery and unboxing.
Application FAQ
Is this unit suitable for vaccine storage under clinical guidelines?
Yes — the ARG2PVDL2B is purpose-built for vaccine or medication cold-storage, supporting the +2 °C to +8 °C range and offering monitoring features that assist with protocol compliance in healthcare settings.
What are recommended practices for daily use?
Install a calibrated data-logger or min/max thermometer at mid-shelf level, label and rotate inventory daily as required, avoid over-packing shelves to maintain airflow, minimize door-open times, and record start-of-day internal temperatures per your facility’s procedure.
What maintenance should be performed regularly?
Check the door-gasket seal annually, clean or vacuum the condenser/vent area periodically, verify alarm and thermostat operations regularly, keep the unit level, and ensure ventilation is unobstructed for consistent temperature performance.
What do I do if a temperature excursion or alarm occurs?
Document the event—time, temperature deviation, contents affected; relocate contents to backup storage if necessary; identify cause (door ajar, airflow blocked, power issue); restore proper conditions; log the incident per your facility’s SOP.
