Description
Summit 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 ARG31PVBIADADL2B Vaccine Medical Refrigerator is a 2.83 cu.ft. all-refrigerator with a temperature range of +2°C to +8°C. Sized at 32″ high to fit under lower counters complying with ADA guidelines for accessibility. It is designed for freestanding or recessed installation. 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 model is equipped with remote alarm contacts in the rear and a 1/2″ probe port on the right side to accept additional monitoring devices. 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 ARG31PVBIADADL2B Vaccine Medical Refrigerator utilizes adjustable cycle defrost operation to avoid temperature spikes. Optimized forced air cooling with an internal fan to ensure 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 Summit ARG31PVBIADADL2B Vaccine Medical Refrigerator 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. The door ships with a right hand swing and self-closing function, while a factory-installed lock provides security as needed, with two keys for staff use. Powerful magnetic gaskets ensure a positive seal.
Designed with hydrocarbon refrigerant, the ARG31PVBIADADL2B 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. Explore the full Pharma-Vac series at accucold.com/pharmavac.
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, as well as a calibrated digital data logger (DDL) to display the current and high/low temperature.
Summit Vaccine Medical Refrigerator Overview:
- Purpose-built design– Designed and purpose-built for pharmacy, medication, and vaccine applications to support meeting CDC/VFC guidelines
- ADA Compliant– 32″ height is designed to fit under ADA compliant counters
- +/-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
- Recessed or freestanding use– Versatile design allows recessed installation under counters or freestanding use
- 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; for additional information on this logger’s features, view the DL2BKit on our website
- Commercial design– Meets UL-471 commercial standards
- Adjustable temperature– Intuitive controls let you adjust the interior temperature between +2°C 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
- Antimicrobial silver ion-coated handle– Powder-coated handle with naturally occurring silver ions to help reduce the spread of germs
- 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– Shelves can be positioned with a front lip for small storage items or reversed to a flat position to better hold larger items, with 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
- Double pane tempered glass door– Provides a full display of stored contents
- Magnetic door gasket– Quality door gaskets ensure a tight seal for energy savings and improved performance
- Fully finished white cabinet– Allows the unit to be used freestanding
- 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 15 cu.ft. Browse the Pharma-Vac series for more information
- CARB Compliant– Environmentally friendly hydrocarbon-based refrigerant for a greener footprint that meets current CARB regulations
- Versatile design– Compatible with Pyxis®, Omnicell®, and AcuDose RX®
- 100% CFC free– Environmentally friendly design without ozone-damaging chemicals
Summit Vaccine Medical Refrigerator Specification:
- Height of Cabinet– 32.0″
- Width– 19.75″
- Width with Door Open– 20.25″
- Depth– 22.63″
- Depth with Handle– 24.38″
- Depth with door at 90°– 40.0″
- Capacity– 2.83 cu.ft.
- Defrost Type– Automatic
- Door– Glass
- Cabinet– White
- US Electrical Safety– ETL
- Canadian Electrical Safety– ETL-C
- Amps– 0.75
- Voltage/Frequency– 115 V AC/60 Hz
- Weight– 102.0 lbs.
- Shipping Weight– 113.0 lbs.
- Parts & Labor Warranty– 2 Years
- Compressor Warranty– 5 Years
Summit Vaccine Medical Refrigerator Features:
- Door Swing– RHD
- Reversible– Factory Reversible
- Shelf Type– Wire
- Shelf Qty– 4
- Adjustable Shelves– Yes
- Thermostat Type– Digital
- Fan Type– Interior
- Refrigerant Type– R600a
- Refrigerant Amount– 1.41oz.
- High Side PSI– 280.0
- Low Side PSI– 90.0
- Interior Light– Yes
- Temperature Range– 2°C to 8ºC
Summit Vaccine Medical Refrigerator Dimensions:
- Interior Height– 24.0″
- Interior Width– 16.0″
- Interior Depth– 15.0″
- Compressor Step Height– 6.13″
- Compressor Step Width– 15.25″
- Compressor Step Depth– 5.5″
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 ARG31PVBIADADL2B and what is it used for?
The ARG31PVBIADADL2B is a 2.83 cu ft (~80 L) under-counter/ADA-height refrigerator purpose-built for vaccine, medication and clinical storage applications, with an operating temperature range of +2 °C to +8 °C. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}
What are the key technical specifications?
• Capacity: 2.83 cu ft (~80 L) :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}
• External dimensions: Height 32.0″ (~81 cm) × Width 19.75″ (~50 cm) × Depth 22.63″ (~57 cm); depth with handle ~24.38″ (~62 cm); door-open depth approx ~40″ (~102 cm). :contentReference[oaicite:3]{index=3}
• Temperature control range: +2 °C to +8 °C. :contentReference[oaicite:4]{index=4}
• Electrical: 115 V AC / 60 Hz; Amps ~0.75; Weight ~46 kg (~102 lbs) :contentReference[oaicite:5]{index=5}
What safety and monitoring features are included?
Includes: digital microprocessor controller with external display; buffered-glycol probe + air sensor for accurate simulation; audible/visual alarms for high/low temperature, door open and power failure; remote alarm contacts and ½″ probe access port; factory-installed keyed lock; antimicrobial silver-ion coated handle; hospital-grade “green dot” plug cord. :contentReference[oaicite:6]{index=6}
Which environments is this unit best suited for?
Ideal for clinics, hospital pharmacies, immunisation centres or labs requiring secure +2 °C to +8 °C refrigeration in a compact under-counter or ADA-height footprint. Not intended for general food/beverage domestic use. :contentReference[oaicite:7]{index=7}
What warranty coverage is provided?
Manufacturer warranty: 2 years parts & labour; 5 years compressor. :contentReference[oaicite:8]{index=8}
Shipping FAQ
How long does shipping take after placing an order?
Typical dispatch lead time: 5–7 days when in stock according to manufacturer (“Estimated Time to Ship: 5 to 7 days”). :contentReference[oaicite:9]{index=9}
Is international shipping available and what should I consider for Melbourne, Australia?
Yes — international shipping can be arranged. For delivery to Melbourne, Australia you should consider:
• Import duties, customs clearance & Goods & Services Tax (GST)
• Freight access & site clearance: doorway width, corridor/elevator access and floor loading capacity
• Electrical compatibility — this model is specified at 115 V AC/60 Hz; ensure correct variant or transformer for local 230 V/50 Hz supply if required
How is the unit packaged for transit and what site requirements should be met?
The unit ships palletised and boxed with protective packaging. Approx unpacked footprint: ~81 cm H × ~50 cm W × ~57 cm D; allow door-open depth of ~102 cm. Ensure delivery site has a firm, level surface, sufficient entry/door-swing clearance and handling equipment (pallet jack / lift) if required.
What should I do if my shipment arrives damaged or is delayed?
On delivery inspect packaging and unit for visible damage or delay. If damage is present: photograph condition, retain packaging and delivery receipt, then contact supplier with order/tracking details to initiate a claim or replacement.
Application FAQ
How do I install and set up the ARG31PVBIADADL2B?
1. Place the unit on a firm, level surface or in an under-counter fit-out ensuring adequate clearance behind, on sides and above for ventilation and allow full door-open depth (~102 cm).
2. Connect to a dedicated grounded outlet rated for 115 V AC/60 Hz (confirm variant for Australian supply if required).
3. Power on the unit; set the target temperature to within +2 °C to +8 °C. Allow several hours for the internal temperature to stabilise before loading vaccines or other temperature-sensitive contents.
4. Verify the microprocessor controller/display is functioning, alarm system (temperature out-of-range, door open, power fault) is operational, the probe access port is clear and the lock mechanism operates correctly before routine use.
What best practices should I follow when storing vaccines or sensitive materials?
• Use adjustable wire shelving and avoid over-filling or blocking airflow to maintain uniform internal conditions.
• Clearly label stored items with date/time, batch or user ID for traceability.
• Minimise door openings and the length the door remains open — store frequently-accessed items near the front to reduce ambient intrusion.
• Regularly inspect door gasket/seal, hinges, lock, and maintain internal logs of minimum/maximum temperature and any alarm events if your facility protocol requires it.
What should I do if a temperature excursion or power interruption occurs?
If internal temperature rises above or falls below the safe range (+2 °C to +8 °C), or if a power interruption occurs:
• Record the event: date/time, observed temperature and affected contents.
• Immediately relocate critical items to validated backup refrigeration until normal conditions return.
• Investigate root cause (door left open, ambient heat load, power/sensor fault).
• Once the unit returns to stable operation and internal temperature is within range, verify readings before returning contents.
What maintenance and verification routines are recommended?
• Monthly: Inspect door gasket/seal, hinges and lock condition.
• Quarterly: Clean condenser coils and ventilation pathways; ensure airflow is unobstructed and free of dust or blockage.
• Periodically: Test audible/visual alarms, external probe port and remote alarm contacts; calibrate sensors if required. Maintain service/calibration logs, internal temperature logs and alarm-event history for audit readiness.
