Description
Summit Vaccine Refrigerator Freezer Description:
Accucold offers innovative solutions to vaccine storage with stackable purpose-built refrigerator-freezer combinations design to support meeting CDC/VFC guidelines, with a powder-coated silver ion handle that helps prevent germ spread.
Sized just under 24″ wide, the Summit ARS8PV-FS24LSTACKMED2 Vaccine Refrigerator Freezer combines the 8 cu.ft. ARS8PV auto defrost all-refrigerator with the compact FS24LMED2 all-freezer into one slim footprint using Accucold’s StackRack. This ships in three boxes and requires some minor assembly upon delivery.
Refrigerator ARS8PV is part of Accucold’s Pharma-Vac Performance Series, designed to meet the demanding needs of vaccine storage. It utilizes a microprocessor temperature controller with an adjustable control range from +2 to +8ºC. 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, as well as a factory-installed antimicrobial handle powder-coated with naturally occurring silver ions, which help to reduce the spread of germs, allowing for a safer, cleaner user experience.
Inside, the ARS8PV utilizes adjustable cycle defrost operation to avoid temperature spikes. Optimized forced air cooling with two internal fans 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. We include seven shelves, more than competitor products providing to maximize interior shelving storage area. 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.
Designed to be stacked on top of the ARS8PV, the FS24LMED2 freezer utilizes manual defrost operation, with a digital control panel and NIST calibrated thermometer that provides a continuous display of the current and high/low temperature. This unit is also equipped with a temperature alarm and access port to accept additional monitoring equipment.
Both units include front-mounted keyed locks and powerful magnetic gaskets to ensure a positive seal. The refrigerator has a self-closing door for added protection in high traffic settings. Additional stacked combinations are available, including smaller sizes and units with glass doors. Browse Accucold’s website for more information, or contact our sales team at 718-893-3900 to discuss your equipment needs.
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 Vaccine Refrigerator Freezer Features:
- Space-saving design– Allows you to create a full refrigerator-freezer with independent controls in a slim-fitting footprint
- Easy assembly– Unit ships in three boxes for customer to install the StackRack on the bottom refrigerator/freezer and place and secure the other unit on top
- Purpose-built design– Designed and purpose-built for pharmacy, medication, and vaccine applications to support meeting CDC/VFC guidelines
- Antimicrobial silver ion-coated handle (refrigerator)– Powder-coated handle with naturally occurring silver ions to help reduce germ spread
- +/-1ºC Variation (refrigerator)– 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 (refrigerator) and -20º to -15ºC (freezer)
- Temperature alarms– Visual and audible alarms alert if the interior temperature rises or falls out of set range
- Remote alarm contacts (refrigerator)– 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 (refrigerator)– Adjustable cycle defrost operation ensures the unit avoid temperature spikes and ice buildup
- Manual defrost (freezer)– Static cooling system for reduced temperature fluctuations
- Access ports– Both units include a pre-installed probe hole to allow easier connection to user-provided monitoring equipment
- Open door alarm (refrigerator)– Alarm will sound if the door is left ajar for over 4 minutes (adjustable from 1-99 minutes)
- Audible power failure alarm (refrigerator)– Battery-powered alarm sounds if the power connection is interrupted
- Sensor failure alarm (refrigerator)– Audible and visual alarm warns if the sensor is disrupted
- Password protection (refrigerator)– Control panel requires password entry to adjust the parameters beyond the set point
- Microprocessor control panels– Digital controls with a large LED readout in Celsius or Fahrenheit for intuitive temperature management
- Resettable min/max display (refrigerator)– Control panel provides a readout of the low and high temperatures in 15 minute increments
- Factory-installed locks– Keyed lock conveniently located towards the top of the door for added security (2 keys included for each unit)
- Adjustable plastic-coated wire shelves for improved circulation– Designed to accommodate a variety of sizes for flexible storage
- Interior light (refrigerator)– Energy efficient LED lighting with internal on/off switch
- Self-closing door (refrigerator)– Added protection in busy settings; NOTE: door is not self-closing once reversed to an LHD swing
- Magnetic door gaskets– 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 (refrigerator)– 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”
- Versatile design (refrigerator)– Compatible with Pyxis®, Omnicell®, and AcuDose RX®
- 100% CFC free– Environmentally friendly design without ozone-damaging chemicals
Summit Vaccine Refrigerator Freezer Overview:
- Height of Cabinet– 73.5″
- Width– 23.38″
- Width with Door Open– 23.88″
- Depth– 24.38″
- Depth with Handle– 26.13″
- Depth with door at 90°– 46.5″
- Capacity– 9.4 cu.ft.
- Door– White
- Cabinet– White
- US Electrical Safety– ETL
- Canadian Electrical Safety– ETL-C
- Voltage/Frequency– 115 V AC/60 Hz
- Estimated Time to Ship– 5 to 7 days
- Parts & Labor Warranty– 2 Years
- Compressor Warranty– 5 Years
Summit Vaccine Refrigerator Freezer Features:
- Door Swing– RHD
- Reversible– Factory Reversible
- Adjustable Shelves– Yes
- Interior Light– Yes
- Refrigerator – Interior Height– 41.25″
- Refrigerator – Interior Width– 20.0″
- Refrigerator – Interior Depth– 17.0″
- Refrigerator – Capacity– 8.0 cu.ft
- Refrigerator – Shelf Type– Wire
- Refrigerator – Shelf Qty– 7
- Refrigerator – Temperature Range– 2 to 8ºC
- Refrigerator – Refrigerant Type– R600a
- Refrigerator – Refrigerant Amount– 1.73 oz.
- Freezer – Interior Height– 14.38″
- Freezer – Interior Width– 13.5″
- Freezer – Interior Depth– 13.25″
- Freezer – Capacity– 1.4 cu.ft
- Freezer – Shelf Type– Wire
- Freezer – Shelf Qty– 1
- Thermostat Type– Digital
- Fan Type– Interior
- Freezer – Temperature Range– -20º to -15ºC
- Freezer – Refrigerant Type– R134a
- Freezer – Refrigerant Amount– 0.8 oz.
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 ARS8PV-FS24LSTACKMED2 and what is it used for?
The ARS8PV-FS24LSTACKMED2 is a stacked combination unit designed for vaccine, pharmacy, and medication storage. It pairs an 8 cu ft (~227 L) upright refrigerator (model ARS8PV) with a compact all-freezer (model FS24LMED2) in one slim footprint, offering both +2 °C to +8 °C refrigeration and –15 °C to –20 °C freezing capability in the same cabinet.
What are the key technical specifications?
• Combined capacity: approx. 9.4 cu ft (~266 L) for the package.
• Overall dimensions: Height ~187 cm, Width ~59 cm, Depth ~62 cm.
• Refrigerator section: 8.0 cu ft (~227 L); temperature range +2 °C to +8 °C.
• Freezer section: approx. 1.4 cu ft (~40 L); temperature range roughly –15 °C to –20 °C.
• Electrical: 115 V AC / 60 Hz (US spec).
• Warranty: 2 years parts & labor; 5 years compressor.
What safety and monitoring features are included?
The unit includes a microprocessor digital temperature controller, a buffered probe for product-temperature simulation, audible and visual high/low temperature alarms, remote alarm contacts, self-closing door (refrigerator side), antimicrobial silver-ion handle, keyed lock, and access port for external monitoring.
Which environments is this unit best suited for?
Ideal for clinics, pharmacies, vaccination centers or medical storage rooms requiring both refrigeration (+2 °C to +8 °C) and freezer capabilities (–15 °C to –20 °C) in a space-efficient footprint. Not designed for ultra-low temperatures (<-80 °C) unless otherwise specified.
What warranty coverage is provided?
Warranty coverage: 2 years parts & labor, 5 years compressor parts.
Shipping FAQ
How long does shipping take after placing an order?
Estimated lead time is about 5-7 business days when in stock.
Is international shipping available and what should I consider for Melbourne, Australia?
Yes — international shipping is available. For delivery to Melbourne, Australia consider:
• Import duties, customs clearance and GST.
• Site access: walkway, elevator, doorway need to accommodate width ~59 cm and depth ~62 cm, plus door-open depth ~118 cm.
• Electrical compatibility: This unit is specified at 115 V/60 Hz (US); for Australia’s 230 V/50 Hz supply ensure you order the correct variant or organize a suitable transformer/adapter.
How is the unit packaged for transit and what site requirements should be met?
The unit ships in three boxes (stacked combination), and the unpacked footprint is approx. 187 cm H × 59 cm W × 62 cm D. Allow additional space for door swing (~118 cm depth) and ensure delivery area is level and clear of obstructions.
What should I do if my shipment arrives damaged or delayed?
Upon delivery inspect outer packaging and unit condition. If there is damage or delay: photograph the condition, retain packaging and delivery receipt, then contact the supplier with order details to initiate a freight claim or arrange replacement.
Application FAQ
How do I install and set up the ARS8PV-FS24LSTACKMED2?
1. Move the unit in upright orientation to its final location; place on a firm, level indoor surface, allow sufficient clearance behind and above for ventilation.
2. Ensure the front clearance for door opening (approx. 118 cm depth) is available and sufficient.
3. If stacking is required: follow manufacturer’s instructions for assembling the StackRack system — the unit ships in separate components that must be correctly secured together.
4. Connect to a dedicated grounded outlet matching the unit’s spec (115 V/60 Hz or equivalent variant for local region).
5. Turn on both refrigerator and freezer sections; set refrigerator to target +2 °C to +8 °C and freezer to target –15 °C to –20 °C, then allow several hours (typically 4-6 hrs) for temperature stabilization before loading sensitive items.
What best practices should I follow when using this combined vaccine refrigerator/freezer?
• Organize storage so that the refrigerator section and freezer section are clearly separated; use wire shelves to allow airflow.
• Label stored materials (date/time/batch) and rotate stock (FIFO) where applicable.
• Minimize door-open time; use digital display and alarms to monitor without frequent openings.
• Regularly check that door gaskets, locks and handles are functioning properly and that the antimicrobial handle remains intact.
What should I do if a temperature excursion or power interruption occurs?
If internal temperature falls outside the target range or there is a power interruption:
• Record the event (date/time, observed temperature, affected items).
• Move critical contents to validated backup storage if required until conditions stabilize.
• Investigate cause (door left open, ambient load, power failure or sensor fault).
• Once temperature returns and remains stable within target range, verify stored contents before returning to routine use.
What maintenance and verification routines are recommended?
• Monthly: Inspect door gaskets/seal, self-closing mechanism, handles/locks and ensure unit remains level.
• Quarterly: Clean ventilation grilles, clear dust/debris around condenser/fans, verify alarm functions, logger or probe port (if used).
• Periodically: Maintain logs of minimum/maximum internal temperatures, calibration certificates for any data-logger hardware, and service/maintenance records—especially critical for vaccine-storage compliance.
