Accucold - 15 Cu.Ft. Upright Vaccine Refrigerator with Interior Lockers - ARG15PVLOCKER
The ARG15PVLOCKER is a 15 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. 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. A hospital grade cord with 'green dot' plug is also included for added safety in high traffic areas.
Inside, the ARG15PVLOCKER has eight lockers, each with a combination lock to ensure appropriate security for storage of vaccines and medicines, which can be reset or overridden as needed with included master keys. The adjustable cycle defrost operation helps to avoid temperature spikes. Optimized forced air cooling with two internal fans ensures excellent temperature stability and uniformity with rapid recovery after door openings. 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 ARG15PVLOCKER 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 user-reversible 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 ARG15PVLOCKER 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.
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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.
- Designed and purpose-built for pharmacy, medication, and vaccine applications to support meeting CDC/VFC guidelines, with antimicrobial handle
Features
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Purpose-built design: Designed and purpose-built for pharmacy, medication, and vaccine applications to support meeting CDC/VFC guidelines
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+/-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
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Antimicrobial silver ion-coated handle: Powder-coated handle with naturally occurring silver ions to help reduce the spread of germs
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Commercial design: Meets UL-471 commercial standards
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Adjustable temperature: Intuitive controls let you adjust the interior temperature between +2 to +8ºC
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Temperature alarm: Visual and audible alarms alert if the interior temperature rises or falls out of set range
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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)
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Automatic defrost with adjustable cycle defrost: Adjustable cycle defrost operation ensures the unit avoid temperature spikes and ice buildup
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Access port: Includes a pre-installed 1/2" probe hole in the right interior wall to allow easier connection to user-provided monitoring equipment
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Open door alarm: Alarm will sound if the door is left ajar for over 4 minutes (adjustable from 1-99 minutes)
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Lockers: Eight lockers sized at 11" H x 9 3/8" W x 15 1/4" D provide secure storage of vaccines and medicines
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Individual access: User-set combination locks ensure separate locker access for added security, with two keys included to override the combination as needed
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Audible power failure alarm: Battery-powered alarm sounds if the power connection is interrupted
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Sensor failure alarm: Audible and visual alarm warns if the sensor is disrupted
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Password protection: Control panel requires password entry to adjust the parameters beyond the set point
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Microprocessor control panel: Digital controls with a large LED readout in Celsius or Fahrenheit for intuitive temperature management
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Resettable min/max display: Control panel provides a readout of the low and high temperatures in 15 minute increments
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Factory-installed lock: Keyed lock conveniently located towards the top of the door for added security (2 keys included)
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Durable interior: Walls are constructed from white powder coated metal for added strength and improved temperature retention
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Interior light: Energy efficient LED lighting with internal on/off switch
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Double pane tempered glass door: Provides a full display of stored contents
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Reversible door: User-reversible door swing for added flexibility
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Hospital grade cord with 'green dot' plug: Secure three-pronged cord for added unit safety
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Magnetic door gasket: Quality door gaskets ensure a tight seal for energy savings and improved performance
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Extended warranty: 2 years parts and labor/5 years compressor
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Eco-Friendly: Using environmentally friendly hydrocarbons refrigerants for a greener footprint
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Usage stickers: Ships with removable warning stickers for "DO NOT UNPLUG," "DO NOT ADJUST TEMPERATURE," and "DO NOT STORE PERSONAL ITEMS"
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Additional choices: Solid and glass door choices available from 1 to 15 cu.ft. Browse the Pharma-Vac series for more information
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Versatile design: Compatible with Pyxis®, Omnicell®, and AcuDose RX®
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100% CFC free: Environmentally friendly design without ozone-damaging chemicals
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CARB Compliant: Environmentally friendly hydrocarbon-based refrigerant for a greener footprint that meets current CARB regulations
What Our Experts Think
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Vaccine-grade reliability: Maintains precise +2 to +8ºC for vaccines, biologics, and sensitive medical supplies.
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External microprocessor control: Minimizes door openings, preserving internal temperature stability.
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Buffered temperature probe: Glycol-filled probe simulates product temperature for accurate monitoring.
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Secure storage: Interior lockers allow organized, controlled access to critical contents.
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Compact 15 cu.ft. design: Ideal for clinics, pharmacies, and smaller healthcare facilities needing reliable cold storage.
Q&A
Q: What is the temperature range of this unit?
A: +2 to +8ºC, suitable for vaccines and sensitive medical materials.
Q: How does it maintain accurate temperatures?
A: Uses a glycol-buffered probe and external microprocessor controller to minimize fluctuations.
Q: What is the storage capacity?
A: 15 cu.ft., designed for compact but reliable vaccine storage.
Q: Are the contents secure?
A: Yes, interior lockers allow controlled, organized access.
Q: Is it suitable for small clinics?
A: Yes, its compact footprint and reliable performance make it ideal for smaller healthcare settings.
Maintenance Tips
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Monitor and log temperatures daily for compliance and early issue detection.
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Inspect and clean door gaskets to maintain a tight seal.
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Clean condenser coils regularly to maintain cooling efficiency.
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Test alarms and sensors periodically to ensure proper function.
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Avoid overloading lockers to maintain consistent airflow and temperature stability.
