Reach in Cooler & freezers
Because of their versatility, practicality, cost, and efficiency, a reach in commercial cooler and a reach in freezer are the most preferred options for commercial refrigeration.
PROS include:
- Reach-in industrial refrigerators are installed in easy-to-access locations. While many opt to install the business fridge into the wall of their kitchen, there is a reachin cooler that can be installed underneath counters.
- A commercial refrigerator reach in generally comes with shelving unlike walk-ins.
CONS include:
- Most fridges, such as restaurant fridges can’t be moved, and are self-contained. This adds additional heat and noise to an already hot and noisy kitchen.
- A reach-in fridge and cooler will have a significantly shorter average lifespan than a walk in cooler because the smaller machinery will become damaged more quickly.
- Smaller refrigerators and freezers also don’t have as much storage capacity.
Choosing a commercial reach-in cooler can be difficult since there are so many different varieties to choose from. The following guide will encourage you to think about your needs.
- Solid Door or Glass Door Cooler: You may choose a commercial freezer and cooler with a solid door as opposed to a glass door if you only plan to use the unit in a commercial kitchen or storage area rather than as part of a display.
- Self-Contained System: While most freezer refrigeration equipment is hooked up to the central refrigeration piping, a few display cases (such as those that store soda at the check-out line) may be self-contained, putting out heat into the immediate area.
- Sliding Door: A sliding door is usually ideal for areas in which there is limited space.
- Dual Temperature: Dual temperature coolers allow for refrigeration and freezing in separate cabinets.
- Open Deck: Closed cases are far more efficient, while open display cases can actually affect the temperature inside of the store
Other considerations
- Many retail coolers can’t fit a full size sheet pan, but many Hoshizakis do.
- American coolers tend to be higher quality.
- Welded corners are easier to clean.
- Digital displays are much easier to read than analog displays.
- Doors that stay open can leak out/in air but could be beneficial for grabbing items.
- Many commercial refrigeration systems have a locking feature to keep products safe.
- Lower-end business coolers typically carry a 1-year parts and labor warranty, higher-end reach-ins typically carry a 3-year parts and labor warranty and compressor warranties are typically 5 years.
You should also pay attention to your compressor’s location– manufacturers mount the compressor on either the bottom or the top of the unit.
Benefits of a Bottom-Mounted Compressor
- Easier serviceability since you don’t need a ladder.
- You can stack items on top of the reach-in.
- A room’s ambient temperature is typically lower so it’s less work on the compressor if you’re in a hotter environment.
- Ideal for use near cooking lines since grease-laden vapors rise with the heat.
Benefits of a Top-Mounted Compressor Facts
- Ideal for environments using dry ingredients or other dusty areas to avoid debris being sucked into the compressor.
- A lower bottom shelf allows for easier access. The top shelf height is lower too.
- Heat from the mechanical parts of the unit will rise away from the unit, which is more efficient.
Here at CRS, we provide equipment-specific service on a proactive scheduled basis, tailored for your unique needs. Commonly reported problems are issues with the cooler temperature. Before placing a service call, here are a few troubleshooting questions for you.
- Is the unit too close to the wall preventing proper air circulation?
- Do you see any wear or tears in the door seals/gaskets?
- Is there dust or grease build-up on the condenser coil? For safety purposes, have a professional technician clean the evaporator and coils
- Also, use a digital thermometer to verify if the built-in temperature gauge is providing an accurate reading.
An important part of maintaining a commercial cooler refrigerator is to keep it clean. The care and maintenance of your commercial food refrigerator unit can add years to its life and drastically reduce energy costs. Cleaning steps include:
- Remove all expired food products, and relocate any food and ingredients to a separate freezer or refrigerators
- Unplug your unit
- Completely wipe down the interior with warm water and a nonabrasive detergent or soap. The shelves should be removed and thoroughly wiped. Disinfect with sanitizer to avoid bacteria and mold from accumulating.
- Clean the exterior, especially the door gaskets, since they experience the most wear
Also ensure that you are maintaining your Compressor, Coils and Fan:
Service your compressor every six months to a year. Remove dust and listen for odd noises. The older the commercial fridge cooler is, the more often this should be done. The environment impacts the compressor as well. A bakery working with flour every day will require compressor coil cleanings more frequently than a refrigerator that sits in a break room.
With that in mind, don’t avoid replacing your whole refrigerator or freezer if the inside runs hot or there are wide temperature fluctuations, all outside of the compressor warranty period. If your compressor is broken and out of warranty, it is normally not worth installing a new compressor since it is the most expensive part. Add in wear and tear the other commercial refrigeration components and you should install a new unit altogether.
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