EQTemp ACR1601WLHD 24 inch Upright Medical Refrigerator with 15.53 cu. ft. Capacity, External Temperature Readout, Buffered Temperature Probe and LED Lighting in White (Left Hinge)

EQTemp Medical Refrigerator

All-refrigerator designed to operate between 2 and 8ºC for a variety of storage application in medical offices and other healthcare facilities

• External temperature readout
• High/low temperature alarm
• Buffered temperature probe
• Access port
• Factory installed lock
• Automatic defrost
• Hospital grade cord with 'green dot' plug
• Fixed center shelf
• LED lighting
• Temperature memory function
• Open door alarm
• Digital thermostat
• Fully finished white cabinet
• 100% CFC free
• CARB Compliant

Temperature Range: 2º to 8ºC

Preset to 5ºC as recommended for many storage applications

Large capacity

Full 15.53 cu.ft. capacity inside conveniently slim footprint

Commercial design

Meets UL-471 commercial standards

Internal fan

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

Flat door liner

Attractively illuminates the interior in a gentle white hue for easy viewing

Foamed-in-place cabinet

Quality design ensures efficiently insulated interior

Self-closing door

Door will automatically close when left ajar, preventing items from accidentally being left exposed to ambient temperatures

Pocket handle

Handle is recessed into the side of the door to ensure no added depth

Magnetic door gasket

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

Why Buy EQTemp ACR1601W/ACR1601WLHD Upright Medical Refrigerator

• Precise Temperature Control: Equipped with a digital thermostat and internal fan for even, forced-air cooling, ensuring consistent temperatures throughout the cabinet to protect sensitive contents.
• Accurate Monitoring: Features a buffered temperature probe in a glass bead-filled bottle for readings that closely match the actual stored contents, in line with CDC and VFC guidelines.
• Safety and Alarms: Includes audible and visual high/low temperature and door ajar alarms, along with a temperature memory function that preserves settings after power loss.
• Security Features: Factory-installed lock secures stored items, and a self-closing solid door helps prevent accidental exposure to ambient temperatures.
• Convenient Design: Slim 24-inch footprint with 15.53 cu.ft. capacity, hospital-grade cord with 'green dot' plug, automatic defrost for low maintenance, LED interior lighting, and external temperature readout for easy monitoring.
• Access Port: Pre-installed 3/8-inch access port with cover allows integration of user-provided monitoring equipment or data loggers.

• Certifications: ETL and ETL-C compliant for healthcare use and uses eco-friendly R600a hydrocarbon refrigerant.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is the intended use of the ACR1601W?

A: It is a healthcare-grade refrigerator designed for stable cold storage of sensitive materials such as vaccines, pharmaceuticals, and other clinical products, maintaining a temperature range of +2°C to +8°C.

Q: What safety and security features are included?

A: The refrigerator comes with a factory-installed lock, a hospital-grade cord with a ‘green dot’ plug, and alarms for high/low temperature and door ajar conditions.

Q: What temperature range does it support?

A: The unit maintains a temperature range of +2°C to +8°C (35.6°F to 46.4°F). The default high alarm is set at 8°C, and the low alarm is set at 2°C.

Q: How does temperature monitoring work?

A: It features digital temperature controls with an external readout showing the current temperature as well as the daily high and low. A buffered temperature probe encased in a bottle filled with glass beads provides accurate readings that mimic the temperature of stored contents rather than the air.

Q: How do I change the temperature display from Celsius to Fahrenheit?

A: Use the dedicated °F/°C button on the control panel to switch the display.

Q: How do I reset the Max/Min temperature record?

A: Press the “MODE/RESET” key once to clear the recorded high and low temperatures.

Pros and Cons of EQTemp ACR1601W/ACR1601WLHD Upright Medical Refrigerator

Pros

• Precise temperature control: Features a digital thermostat and internal fan for even, forced-air cooling, ensuring consistent temperatures throughout the cabinet, ideal for sensitive contents.
• Accurate temperature monitoring: Buffered temperature probe in a glass-bead filled bottle provides readings that closely reflect the actual interior temperature.
• Safety and alarms: Includes audible and visual high/low temperature and door-ajar alarms, with a temperature memory function that retains settings after power loss.
• Security features: Factory-installed keyed lock and self-closing glass door help prevent accidental exposure to ambient temperatures.
• Convenient, compact design: Slim 24-inch footprint with 15.53 cu. ft. capacity, external temperature readout, automatic defrost, LED interior lighting, and hospital-grade cord for safe operation in busy areas.
• Flexibility for monitoring: Pre-installed 3/8-inch access port allows integration of user-provided monitoring or data-logging equipment.
• Eco-friendly refrigerant: Uses R600a hydrocarbon refrigerant, which is environmentally safer than many traditional refrigerants.

Cons

• Single-chamber design: No freezer compartment, so it cannot store frozen items.
• Dependence on continuous power and monitoring: Prolonged outages or user error could risk stored contents.
• Not suitable for highest-level lab or vaccine storage: May not meet strictest compliance requirements for critical biologicals or long-term storage.

Conclusion

The Summit ACR1601W is a reliable, medical-grade refrigerator offering precise temperature control, accurate monitoring, security, and convenient features, making it suitable for clinics, labs, or pharmacies. However, users needing freezer capacity, larger storage volume, or the strictest regulatory compliance may require a more specialized unit.