Accucold - 8 Cu.Ft. Upright Vaccine Refrigerator with Removable Drawers - ARG8PVDR
The ACR1718LH offers 17 cu.ft. of interior storage, with six adjustable cantilevered shelves to accommodate a variety of sizes. The shelves are constructed from heavy duty recycled molded plastic for lasting durability. As an alternative, we offer a separate full-extension drawer in a durable aluminum finish that can be ordered with this unit. Fan-forced cooling ensures cold air is evenly distributed throughout the stainless steel interior. This model uses automatic defrost operation for easy user maintenance, with audible high/low temperature alarms to warn if the unit goes out of range. Â A digital thermostat offers intuitive and reliable temperature control. Designed for optimum pharmaceutical storage, the temperature range is 2ÂșC to 8ÂșC.
The ACR1718LH comes with a stainless steel cabinet with a locking tempered self-closing glass door, an ideal time-saving feature for busy staffs that helps to ensure items arenât accidentally exposed to room temperature. LED lighting in the door panel allows all stored items to be fully displayed. A hidden light switch is conveniently located towards the top of the unit, letting staff turn the lights off during off hours. This unit features a high efficiency compressor and maintenance-free rear condenser. Â A factory installed keyed lock offers added security in preventing unsupervised access to sensitive materials.
NOTE: This unit has a left hand door swing. For a right hand door swing, see the ACR1718RH.
- 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 8ÂșC. 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.
- Stainless steel interior for improved sanitation and durable storage in busy settings
Features
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Large capacity:Â 17 cu.ft. interior for maximum storage convenience
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LED lighting:Â Individual lights in door pane offer a full view of stored contents, with an off switch loc ated inside
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Automatic defrost:Â Reduced user maintenance with automatic defrost
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Stainless steel interior and exterior finish:Â Cabinet and interior walls are constructed from stainless steel
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Glass door:Â Tempered glass door provides heat-safe view of interior contents
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Factory installed lock:Â Keyed lock for a secure interior
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Adjustable cantilevered shelves:Â 6 molded plastic shelves can be arranged in virtually any position to accommodate a variety of sizes
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Self-closing door:Â Door automatically closes if left ajar
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Fan-cooled interior:Â Interior fan-forced cooling ensures all items are kept cold
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Danfoss compressor:Â 1/4 horsepower high efficiency compressor for quality storage
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Operates between 2Âș and 8ÂșC:Â Designed to maintain temperatures as recommended by the CDC
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Optional drawers:Â ACR17 Drawer option available for easy installation inside the unit. Full-extension drawers are constructed from aluminum
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Left hand door swing:Â Door is not field reversible. For a right hand swing, order ACR1718RH
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100% CFC free:Â Environmentally friendly design with no ozone-damaging chemicals
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CARB Compliant:Â Eco-friendly hydrocarbon-based refrigerant for a greener footprint that meets current CARB regulations
What Our Experts Think
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Vaccine-grade precision: Maintains +2 to +8ÂșC for safe vaccine and medication storage.
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Durable, flexible storage: 8 cu.ft. capacity with removable drawers allows organized and adaptable storage.
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Even cooling: Fan-forced system ensures uniform temperature throughout the stainless steel interior.
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Low-maintenance operation: Auto-defrost system reduces user effort and helps maintain stable conditions.
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Safety-focused: Audible high/low temperature alarms protect contents from temperature deviations.
Q&A
Q: What is the temperature range?
A: +2 to +8ÂșC, ideal for vaccines and medications.
Q: How is temperature distributed?
A: Fan-forced cooling ensures even temperature throughout the unit.
Q: Are there safety alerts?
A: Yes, audible high/low temperature alarms notify users of deviations.
Q: What is the storage capacity?
A: 8 cu.ft. with removable drawers for flexible organization.
Q: Is maintenance simple?
A: Yes, automatic defrost reduces manual maintenance and keeps conditions stable.
Maintenance Tips
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Monitor and log temperatures daily to ensure vaccine integrity.
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Clean drawers, interior surfaces, and gaskets regularly to maintain hygiene.
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Inspect and clean condenser coils periodically for optimal cooling performance.
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Test alarms and digital thermostat routinely for accuracy.
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Avoid overloading drawers to maintain even airflow and temperature stability.
