AccuCold ADA404REFCAL 20 inch Built-In Healthcare All-Refrigerator with 3.32 cu. ft. Capacity, ADA Compliant, NIST Calibrated External Temperature Display and Factory-Installed Lock in White

Features:

• ADA compliant design
• Built-in capable
• NIST calibrated external temperature display
• Buffered temperature probe
• Factory-installed lock
• High/low temperature alarm
• Access port
• Adjustable digital thermostat
• Open door alarm
• Hospital grade cord with 'green dot' plug
• Automatic defrost
• Interior light
• Fully finished white cabinet
• 100% CFC free
• CARB Compliant

2 to 8º operation

Designed to safely store select pharmaceuticals and other materials with strict temperature requirements

Certificate of calibration included

Calibrated to NIST standards in our ISO/IEC 17025:2017 accredited laboratory, with a certificate included for your records

Adjustable wire shelves

Four wire shelves provide optimal storage and improved air circulation in the 3.32 cu. ft. interior

3" thick door

Improved insulation for an efficient performance; NOTE: due to the oversized design, the door does not open in its own radius. If installing this freezer against a wall, please see our drawings to ensure adequate space

Flat door liner

Interior design conforms to CDC guidelines to ensure stable conditions for sensitive materials

Right-hand door swing

Unit has a right-hand door swing (Note: For a left-hand door swing, please select option 'LHD' when ordering. The door is not user reversible.)

Internal fan

Fan-forced cooling ensures the unit is evenly cooled from top to bottom

Sealed back

Space-saving design that offers easier cleanability

Magnetic door gasket

Quality door gaskets ensure a tight seal for energy savings and improved performance

Matching all-freezer

This unit can be paired with the ADA305AF all-freezer for a complete set

Why Buy AccuCold ADA404REFCAL 20" Wide Built-In Healthcare All-Refrigerator, ADA Compliant

• Healthcare-specific design: This refrigerator is built for medical and laboratory use, meeting CDC guidelines for storing vaccines and other temperature-sensitive materials.
• Precise temperature control: Maintains a stable +2°C to +8°C range and includes a buffered glycol-filled probe for accurate internal temperature monitoring.
• Certified calibration: Comes with a NIST-calibrated external thermometer and a certificate of calibration to provide a verifiable record of temperature accuracy.
• Reliable alarms: Features high/low temperature alarms and an open-door alarm to alert staff if conditions fall outside the set range.
• ADA compliant: At 32 inches high, it fits under lower ADA-compliant counters, and the front-breathing design allows for built-in under-counter installation.
• Secure and efficient: Includes a factory-installed lock, a 3-inch thick insulated door, and a powerful magnetic gasket for a tight seal.
• Convenient and easy to use: Equipped with automatic defrost, an internal fan for even cooling, a flat interior liner as recommended by the CDC, a right-hand door swing, and an accessible digital thermostat.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is the intended use and temperature range?

A: This refrigerator is a healthcare/medical unit designed for safely storing vaccines, select pharmaceuticals, and other materials with strict temperature requirements. It operates within a range of +2 °C to +8 °C (35.6 °F to 46.4 °F), as recommended by the CDC.

Q: Is the temperature display accurate?

A: Yes. The external temperature display is NIST-calibrated and provides readings to the nearest tenth of a degree. A certificate of calibration from an ISO/IEC 17025:2017 accredited laboratory is included. The display can be switched between Celsius and Fahrenheit.

Q: How does the temperature probe work?

A: The thermometer probe is encased in a glycol-filled bottle and fixed on the left wall of the inner cabinet. This setup ensures readings closest to the actual stored contents, as recommended by the CDC.

Q: Does it require manual defrost?

A: No. The unit features an automatic defrost system for minimal maintenance. An internal fan ensures even cooling throughout the interior.

Q: Can the door swing be reversed?

A: No. The door swing is not user-reversible. You must select the appropriate option (right-hand or left-hand door swing) when ordering.

Q: What do the alarms mean?

A: The unit has both high/low temperature alarms and an open-door alarm:

• High/Low Temp Alarm: Sounds if the interior temperature goes outside the user-set range. The display shows a warning until the temperature returns to the safe range.
• Open Door Alarm: Sounds if the door is left ajar for over a minute.

Pros and Cons of AccuCold ADA404REFCAL 20" Wide Built-In Healthcare All-Refrigerator, ADA Compliant

Pros

• ADA Compliant: Designed at 32 inches high to fit under lower ADA-compliant counters for improved accessibility.
• Precise Temperature Management: Equipped with a NIST-calibrated thermometer that continuously displays current, high, and low temperatures in Celsius or Fahrenheit, along with an adjustable digital thermostat located in the front kickplate.
• Secure Storage: Includes audible alarms for out-of-range temperatures and an open-door alarm, plus a top-mounted lock to protect sensitive contents.
• Accurate Temperature Monitoring: Uses a glycol-filled buffered probe to simulate stored product temperature, meeting CDC guidelines for vaccine storage, and comes with a certificate of calibration.
• Flexible Installation: The front-breathing design supports built-in undercounter installation, while the fully finished cabinet also allows freestanding use.
• Convenient Features: Includes automatic defrost to reduce maintenance, an internal fan for even cooling, and a hospital-grade cord with a green-dot plug for added safety.

Cons

• Limited Capacity: The compact 3.32 cu. ft. interior may be too small for facilities requiring high-volume storage.
• Fixed Door Swing: The door is not user-reversible, so the correct hinge option must be selected at the time of purchase.
• Not Energy Star Rated: The unit does not carry an Energy Star certification.
• Specialized Use: Its medical-grade features and calibration may increase cost and make it unnecessary for non-clinical environments.

Conclusion

The Summit ADA404REFCAL is a purpose-built medical refrigerator ideal for clinics, labs, and healthcare facilities requiring precise temperature control, ADA-compliant installation, and verified calibration for regulated storage. Its strong monitoring, safety, and accuracy features make it well-suited for sensitive medical materials, though its smaller capacity and specialized design limit its use outside professional healthcare settings.