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 BKRF1089PL 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 goes out of the specified temperature range.
Inside, the Summit BKRF1089PL 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 BKRF1089PL Break Room Refrigerator Freezer features an all-white interior for easy cleanability. This unit is available with a left-hand door swing (see the BKRF1089PLLHD), as well as with white(see the BKRF1088W) and black(see the BKRF1087B) 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
- Stainless steel look– Doors offer the look of stainless steel complete with a vertical grain, but the easier cleanability of a fingerprint-resistant steel finish
- Humidity controlled crisper– Twin crisper drawers offer the ideal storage conditions for produce, helping you to keep your fruits and vegetables separated
- Adjustable thermostat– Dial thermostat located inside for easy temperature management
- 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
- Reversible doors– User-reversible door swing for added flexibility
- 100% CFC free– Environmentally friendly design without ozone-damaging chemicals
- CARB Compliant– Eco-friendly hydrocarbon-based refrigerant for a greener footprint that meets current CARB regulations
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– Stainless Look
- Cabinet– Black
- 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 BKRF1089PL and what’s it used for?
The BKRF1089PL is a 10.1 cu ft (≈ 286 L) refrigerator-freezer designed for break-room or clinic common-area usage, combining a top-mount freezer with a bottom refrigerator in a slim 24″-wide footprint.
What are the key technical specifications?
It stands approximately 61.88″ H × 23.25″ W × 26.5″ D (≈ 157 cm × 59 cm × 67 cm), features frost-free operation, two external NIST-calibrated thermometers with high/low alarms, adjustable glass shelves in both compartments, and a user-reversible door swing.
What cooling and storage features are included?
Both refrigerator and freezer compartments have adjustable spill-proof glass shelves, door racks for cans and bottles, crisper drawers in the refrigerator section, interior light, and a compact design that fits tight spaces while offering full-size storage.
What security and usability features does it offer?
Includes a factory-installed lock option (for both doors when required), flat door liner to optimize storage, stainless-look door finish, sealed back design for easy cleaning, and a sound rating around 33.4 dB for quiet operation.
What are common applications?
Commonly used in break rooms, wellness centers, clinic staff kitchens, and other shared spaces in medical or institutional environments where reliable cold storage (both refrigeration and freezing) is required.
Shipping FAQ
What are the shipping dimensions and weight?
Dimensions when shipping: height approx 61.88″, width 23.25″, depth 26.5″; shipping weight ~117 lbs (≈ 53 kg).
What power requirements apply?
The unit operates on 115 V AC / 60 Hz and draws around 1.5 amps. A grounded outlet is recommended; avoid using extension cords for clinic or institutional installations.
What installation or placement considerations should I know?
Allow clearance behind and at sides for ventilation, ensure the door has full swing clearance (approx 48″ / 122 cm depth with door open), level the cabinet on installation surface, and inspect packaging for damage upon arrival.
Are there unpacking or startup procedures?
Yes. After delivery, inspect for any transit damage, let the unit settle upright if transported lying down, plug in and level it before loading contents, and monitor that the internal thermostats and external thermometers are functioning before use.
Application FAQ
Is this unit suitable for medical or institutional usage?
Yes — the BKRF1089PL is suitable for break-room scenarios in hospitals, clinics, and other institutional settings, providing combined refrigeration and freezing in a compact footprint for shared-area usage.
What best practices should I follow for daily use?
Label items clearly, rotate stock according to your policy, install a min/max thermometer or data logger in key compartments, avoid over-packing which restricts airflow, and close doors promptly after access to maintain temperature stability.
What maintenance should be performed regularly?
Check door gaskets annually, clean condenser area and allow airflow around the unit, verify thermostat and thermometer/alarm readings weekly or per protocol, and level the unit if it has been moved.
What do I do in the event of an alarm or temperature excursion?
Document the time, temperature, and items at risk; if required move contents to alternate storage; troubleshoot door seals, airflow or power supply; reset temperature to recommended range and review monitoring logs to ensure compliance.
