Adande VCS R2 V1 Triple Drawer Variable Temp Fridge Freezer
Product Description
The Adande VCS R2 V1 is a three-drawer refrigerated storage unit capable of operating each drawer independently as either a refrigerator or a freezer. The temperature range spans well below...
Specifications
- Capacity
- 258Ltr
- Climate class
- 5
- Colour
- Silver
- Dimensions
- 1297(H) x 1100(W) x 700(D)mm
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Product Description
The Adande VCS R2 V1 is a three-drawer refrigerated storage unit capable of operating each drawer independently as either a refrigerator or a freezer. The temperature range spans well below freezing through to standard refrigeration, making this a genuinely flexible piece of undercounter storage. The solid stainless steel worktop adds a usable preparation surface directly above the unit, which is a practical advantage in tight kitchen layouts where every square metre counts.
In busy kitchen environments, the drawer configuration means ingredients stay close to the chef without the temperature losses associated with repeatedly opening a full-height door. Adande's drawer design is built around maintaining stable temperatures even during high-frequency access periods — a meaningful benefit during a pressured service where a conventional undercounter fridge might struggle to recover quickly between openings. The 258-litre capacity accommodates a solid stock of full 1/1 GN containers across three drawers, which suits prep-heavy operations well.
Practical advantages operators commonly cite with this unit include:
- Flexible drawer-by-drawer temperature assignment reducing the need for separate fridge and freezer units
- Solid worktop providing additional prep or pass-through surface without a separate table
- Removable drawers that simplify daily and deep cleaning routines
- Stainless steel construction that holds up well under the demands of a commercial environment
- R600a refrigerant with a low global warming potential, relevant for operators mindful of environmental compliance
At 222kg, this is a substantial piece of equipment and the installation location needs to be considered carefully. The castors allow for repositioning, but floor loading should be assessed before placement, particularly in older or modular kitchen builds. No specialist gas or water connections are required, but electrical supply should be confirmed as suitable and the unit needs adequate clearance for ventilation — particularly at the rear — to maintain efficient operation. Climate class 5 means it is rated for use in warmer kitchen environments, which is worth noting if the unit will be positioned near cooking equipment.
This unit is well suited to mid-sized to larger kitchens where flexible chilled and frozen storage close to the cook line is a priority — restaurants, hotel kitchens, and busy contract catering operations are typical fits. For smaller operations with lower throughput, a single or twin-drawer configuration may be more proportionate. For very high-volume sites running dedicated frozen storage at scale, a larger standalone freezer solution alongside a separate refrigeration unit might be worth discussing.
If you are weighing up whether the drawer layout and temperature flexibility fits your specific service pattern, our team is happy to talk it through before you commit.
Key Features
- Three independently configurable drawers switchable between fridge and freezer
- Temperature range from -22°C to +15°C across all three drawers
- Solid stainless steel worktop providing additional prep surface above unit
- 258-litre capacity accepting full 1/1 GN containers per drawer
- R600a refrigerant with GWP of 3 for lower environmental impact
Operational Benefits
- Reduces ingredient travel time by keeping chilled and frozen stock at the cook line
- Eliminates the need for separate undercounter fridge and freezer units
- Stable temperatures during high-frequency drawer access maintain food safety standards
- Removable drawers keep cleaning time short during and after service
- Climate class 5 rating suits placement near hot cooking equipment without performance loss
Specifications
- Capacity
- 258Ltr
- Climate class
- 5
- Colour
- Silver
- Dimensions
- 1297(H) x 1100(W) x 700(D)mm
- Energy rating
- B
- Feet
- Castors
- Gn size
- 1/1 GN full
- Material
- Stainless Steel
- Refrigerant
- R600a / GWP 3
- Temperature range
- '-22°C to 15°C
- Warranty
- 5 Years
- Weight
- 222kg
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Yes — each of the three drawers can be configured individually, so you could run one as a freezer and the other two as refrigerators, or any combination within the unit's operating range. This is one of the defining characteristics of the Adande drawer system and makes it particularly useful where a kitchen needs both chilled and frozen ingredients close to the same station.
- The VCS R2 V1 runs on a standard electrical supply and does not require gas or water connections, which keeps installation straightforward. However, at 222kg it is a heavy unit, so floor loading capacity should be checked before positioning — particularly in older premises or on raised platforms. Adequate rear clearance for ventilation is important to maintain efficiency, and the unit should not be positioned in a fully enclosed space without airflow.
- The triple-drawer configuration and 258-litre capacity are best matched to kitchens with a reasonable throughput — restaurants, hotel kitchens, or contract catering sites where the flexibility of combined fridge-freezer storage at the cook line earns its footprint. For lower-volume operations, a single or twin-drawer Adande unit is likely to be more proportionate both in size and running cost, and it is worth having a conversation about your service volumes before deciding.