Description
Summit Break Room Refrigerator Freezer Description:
Summit’s selection of break room refrigeration features a variety of units for convenient and reliable storage in hospitals, clinics, and other facilities.
The Summit BKRF1088W Break Room Refrigerator Freezer is a full-sized refrigerator-freezer specifically designed for use in break rooms and other common areas. The large interior offers 10.1 cu.ft. of storage capacity. A dial thermostat located inside affords easy temperature management, with two NIST-calibrated thermometers externally mounted on top of the unit to provide a temperature readout of the current and high/low temperatures in each section to the nearest tenth of a degree. Temperature can be viewed in Celsius or Fahrenheit for added convenience. Each thermometer includes an audible high/low alarm function to warn users if the refrigerator or freezer section exceeds the specified temperature range.
Inside, the Summit BKRF1088W Break Room Refrigerator Freezer utilizes frost-free operation for easy user maintenance. Both the refrigerator and freezer compartments include adjustable spill-proof glass shelves and door racks for easy storage. A large crisper drawer helps keep your greens fresh. The refrigerator section includes an automatic interior light for an easy view of stored contents.
The Summit BKRF1088W Break Room Refrigerator Freezer features an all-white interior and exterior for easy cleanability. This unit is available with a left-hand door swing (see the BKRF1088WLHD), as well as with black (see the BKRF1087B) and stainless steel (see the BKRF1089PL) doors.
Summit Break Room Refrigerator Freezer Features:
- Refrigerator-freezer– Complete break room refrigeration storage solution with top mount freezer and bottom refrigerator
- NIST calibrated thermometers– Two thermometers provide an external readout of the current and high/low refrigerator and freezer temperature to the nearest tenth of a degree
- High/low temperature alarms– Both thermometers include an audible alarm that can be set by the user
- Frost-free operation– No-frost convenience for reduced user maintenance
- Thin-line design– Limited space is no problem for our thin-line models, designed specifically for those hard-to-fit spots
- Large capacity– 10.1 cu.ft. interior offers generous storage in a slim fit
- Humidity controlled crisper– Twin crisper drawers offer the ideal storage conditions for produce, helping you to keep your fruits and vegetables separated
- Adjustable glass shelves– Rearrange your refrigerator space to accommodate all shapes and sizes or remove shelves for a simple clean-up
- Gallon door storage– Lower refrigerator door shelf can hold gallon-sized containers
- Can racks– Two removable door racks perfectly sized to hold cans, jars, and other round containers in place
- Interior light– Automatically illuminates when you open the door
- Adjustable freezer shelf– Glass shelf with three positions allows you to adjust your freezer storage as needed
- 100% CFC free– Environmentally friendly design without ozone-damaging chemicals
Summit Break Room Refrigerator Freezer Specifications:
- Height of Cabinet– 61.88″
- Width– 23.25″
- Width with Door Open– 24.0″
- Depth– 26.5″
- Depth with door at 90°– 48.0″
- Capacity– 10.1 cu.ft.
- Defrost Type– Frost-Free
- Door– White
- Cabinet– White
- US Electrical Safety– CSA
- Canadian Electrical Safety– CSA-C
- Amps– 1.5
- Voltage/Frequency– 115 V AC/60 Hz
- Weight– 117.0 lbs.
- Parts & Labor Warranty– 1 Year
- Compressor Warranty– 5 Year
Summit Break Room Refrigerator Freezer Features:
- Door Swing– RHD
- Reversible– Yes
- Adjustable Shelves– Yes
- Crisper Qty– 2
- Crisper Finish– Transparent
- Crisper Cover– Glass
- Interior Light– Yes
- Refrigerator – Interior Height– 24.75″
- Refrigerator – Interior Width– 19.5″
- Refrigerator – Interior Depth– 21.0″
- Refrigerator – Shelf Type– Glass
- Refrigerator – Shelf Qty– 2
- Refrigerator – Full Door Shelves– 1
- Refrigerator – Half Door Shelves– 4
- Can Storage– Yes
- Freezer – Interior Height– 16.25″
- Freezer – Interior Width– 17.25″
- Freezer – Interior Depth– 17.0″
- Freezer – Shelf Type– Glass
- Freezer – Shelf Qty– 1
- Freezer – Full Door Shelves– 1
- Gallon Door Storage– Yes
- Thermostat Type– Digital
- Fan Type– Interior
- Refrigerant Type– R600a
- Refrigerant Amount– 1.73 oz.
- Level Legs– 2
- Freezer – Refrigerant Type– R600a
- Freezer – Refrigerant Amount- -1.73 oz.
- Compressor Step Height– 8.5″
- Compressor Step Width– 19.5″
- Compressor Step Depth– 7.0″
- Sound Level– 33.4 dB
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 BKRF1088W and what’s it used for?
The BKRF1088W is a 10.1 cu ft (~286 L) 24-inch-wide refrigerator-freezer combo designed for break-rooms and institutional shared spaces, featuring a top freezer and bottom refrigerator in a compact footprint.
What are the key technical specifications?
It measures approximately 61.88″ H × 23.25″ W × 26.5″ D (~157 cm × 59 cm × 67 cm) and includes frost-free operation, two external thermometers (refrigerator and freezer sections) with audible high/low alarms, adjustable glass shelves, a crisper drawer, and a digital thermostat.
What cooling and storage features are included?
Both compartments include adjustable spill-proof glass shelves, door racks for bottles and cans, and a crisper drawer in the refrigerator section. The freezer compartment features a single glass shelf and full-door rack.
What security or usability features does it offer?
It includes factory-installed external NIST-calibrated thermometers with high/low alarms for each section, an automatic interior light in the refrigerator compartment, reversible doors, and a sealed-back cabinet design for easier placement in institutional spaces.
What types of locations and uses are ideal for this unit?
Ideal for clinic staff break rooms, employee wellness rooms, medical staff kitchens, or shared institutional common-areas where combined refrigeration + freezing in a compact footprint is required.
Shipping FAQ
What are the shipping dimensions and weight?
Shipping dimensions approx match cabinet size: ~61.88″ H × ~23.25″ W × ~26.5″ D; shipping weight is about 117 lbs (~53 kg).
What power requirements apply?
It runs on 115 V AC / 60 Hz and draws approximately 1.5 amps.
Are there installation or placement considerations?
Yes — ensure the site allows for full door swing (approx 48″ / 122 cm when open), allow for level placement, allow rear clearance for ventilation, and inspect packaging for damage on arrival.
What unpacking or startup procedures should be followed?
Inspect for shipping damage, allow the unit to upright settle if transported horizontally, plug in and level the unit prior to loading sensitive items, and verify thermostat and alarm functions before use.
Application FAQ
Is this unit suitable for institutional or shared-space usage?
Yes — while not specifically a pharmaceutical or vaccine-certified model, it is well-suited for break-rooms, staff kitchens, and institutional common areas where secure refrigeration and freezer access are needed.
What are recommended practices for daily use?
Label items clearly, rotate stock per your policy, install a min/max thermometer or data‐logger centrally in each section, avoid over-packing which can restrict airflow, and close doors promptly after use to maintain cold stability.
What maintenance should be performed regularly?
Annually check door gaskets for seal integrity, ensure condenser area is free from dust, verify thermostat and alarm operations weekly or per protocol, and keep the unit level and away from blocked vents.
What should you do in the event of a temperature excursion or alarm?
Document the time, affected section and contents; relocate items if necessary; review door seal, airflow and power supply; reset temperature controls; and log the event per facility protocol.
