Polar U-Series Six Drawer Chef Base Counter Fridge
Product Description
The Polar U-Series six-drawer chef base is an under-counter refrigeration unit built to sit directly beneath heavy countertop appliances — grills, induction hobs, or similar cooking equipment — while holding...
Specifications
- Capacity
- 1/1GN
- Climate class
- 5
- Colour
- Silver
- Dimensions
- 650(H) x 1795(W) x 700(D)mm
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Product Description
The Polar U-Series six-drawer chef base is an under-counter refrigeration unit built to sit directly beneath heavy countertop appliances — grills, induction hobs, or similar cooking equipment — while holding a full complement of prepped ingredients at safe operating temperatures within arm's reach of the cook. It uses a forced air cooling system with digital temperature control, and carries a climate class 5 rating, meaning it is designed to maintain performance in ambient conditions up to 43°C. That distinction matters in busy, poorly ventilated kitchen environments where standard refrigeration can struggle to cope with the combined heat load of a working line.
The real test of any chef base during service is how well it holds temperature under repeated drawer access, high ambient heat, and the additional load from equipment sitting on top. The forced air system helps the unit recover quickly after each opening, reducing the risk of temperature creep across a long service period. Each drawer accepts a full 1/1 GN pan, giving the section chef direct, organised access to mise en place without interrupting workflow at the pass.
From an operational standpoint, this unit offers several practical advantages:
- Consistent cooling maintained in hot kitchen environments up to 43°C ambient
- Six full 1/1 GN drawers for organised, rapid ingredient access during service
- Low-profile design allows countertop cooking equipment to sit directly on top
- Digital temperature control supports accurate monitoring without guesswork
- Stainless steel construction throughout for durability and ease of cleaning
At 136kg, floor loading and final positioning should be considered before delivery. The unit requires a standard electrical connection and adequate clearance at the rear and sides for ventilation — the forced air system depends on sufficient airflow to operate efficiently, particularly when ambient temperatures are high. It is not suited to outdoor installation or unventilated enclosures. The 1795mm width occupies a substantial run of kitchen line, so confirming the footprint against your existing layout before ordering is worthwhile.
This unit is well suited to high-volume operations — busy restaurant sections, hotel kitchens, and event catering setups — where large quantities of prepped ingredients need to be held close to the cooking line throughout service. It is particularly useful where countertop space is at a premium and consolidating cooking equipment above refrigeration helps tighten the work area. For smaller or lower-throughput kitchens, a two- or four-drawer configuration may be a more proportionate choice. For larger central production kitchens with greater capacity requirements, heavier-duty options are available within the range.
If you'd like to talk through whether this unit suits your kitchen layout and service volume, the team is glad to help before you make a decision.
Key Features
- Climate class 5 rated for ambient temperatures up to 43°C
- Six full 1/1 GN drawers with forced air cooling throughout
- Digital temperature control with range of -2°C to 8°C
- Robust stainless steel construction rated at 136kg capacity
- Low-profile chassis supports heavy countertop appliances directly above
Operational Benefits
- Holds ingredients safely through long, high-heat service periods
- Keeps prepped mise en place within arm's reach at the pass
- Reduces workflow interruptions with organised, drawer-based ingredient access
- Supports reliable temperature recovery after repeated drawer openings
- Consolidates refrigeration and cooking equipment into a single line footprint
Specifications
- Capacity
- 1/1GN
- Climate class
- 5
- Colour
- Silver
- Dimensions
- 650(H) x 1795(W) x 700(D)mm
- Energy rating
- C
- Feet
- Feet, Castors
- Fridge capacity
- 317
- Fridge finish
- Stainless Steel
- Fridge function
- Refrigerator
- Fuel type
- Refrigerator
- Gn size
- 1/1 GN full
- Material
- Stainless Steel
- Power
- 155
- Refrigerant
- R600a / 95g
- Temperature range
- '-2°C to 8°C
- Warranty
- 2 Years On-Site Parts & Labour
- Weight
- 136kg
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Yes — the U-Series carries a climate class 5 rating, which means it is designed to maintain safe operating temperatures in ambient conditions up to 43°C. This makes it a practical choice for busy kitchen lines where the combined heat from cooking equipment and poor ventilation would challenge a standard refrigeration unit.
- The unit is designed with a low-profile, reinforced top surface specifically to support countertop appliances such as grills and induction hobs. That said, you should confirm the weight of your intended countertop equipment against the unit's structural rating, and ensure adequate ventilation clearance at the rear and sides is maintained for the refrigeration system to operate correctly.
- Six drawers suits high-volume sections where a large variety of prepped ingredients need to be held at temperature simultaneously throughout service — a busy à la carte grill section or a hotel banqueting kitchen, for example. If your throughput is lower or your kitchen line is shorter, a two- or four-drawer chef base may be a more proportionate and cost-effective option. Our team can help you assess which configuration fits your service volume and layout.