Hoshizaki F220L Compact 123L Single Door Undercounter Freezer
Product Description
The Hoshizaki F220L is a compact single-door undercounter freezer from Hoshizaki's COMPACT series, designed for commercial kitchens where space is at a premium but reliable frozen storage is still essential....
Specifications
- Capacity (litres)
- 77
- Capacity (shelves)
- 2
- Climate class
- 4
- Energy rating
- A
Product Description
The Hoshizaki F220L is a compact single-door undercounter freezer from Hoshizaki's COMPACT series, designed for commercial kitchens where space is at a premium but reliable frozen storage is still essential. It sits on castors for straightforward positioning and repositioning, and its modest footprint makes it a practical choice for tight back-of-house layouts, pass areas, and servery sections where a full-height freezer cabinet simply isn't viable.
In service, the F220L performs solidly for lower-volume operations. It holds temperature consistently during routine opening and closing, which is what matters most in a working kitchen. The COMPACT series carries an A energy rating for its class, which is a meaningful consideration for operators watching utility costs across multiple units. It is worth being clear that this cabinet is suited to kitchens where frozen storage demand is moderate — it is not designed to handle the throughput or recovery demands of a high-volume production kitchen.
Practical advantages for day-to-day operation include:
- Castor-mounted base for easy repositioning and cleaning access beneath the unit
- A-rated energy efficiency helps keep running costs in check over time
- Compact footprint suits tight kitchen layouts without sacrificing usable storage
- Single-door configuration keeps cold-air loss to a minimum during access
- Food-safe interior designed to meet commercial hygiene standards
Installation is straightforward for a unit of this type — it requires a standard single-phase electrical supply and adequate clearance around the condenser for ventilation. Being undercounter height, it fits beneath most standard worktop surfaces, though it is worth confirming ceiling and worktop clearances before positioning. The castor base means no fixed installation is required, which suits kitchens where layouts change seasonally or with menus.
The F220L is well suited to cafés, small restaurants, hotel serveries, or any operation needing reliable undercounter frozen storage without the bulk of a full-size cabinet. If your frozen storage demands are higher or your service volumes more intensive, it is worth considering a larger or heavier-duty unit from the wider range.
If you're unsure whether this model matches your kitchen's storage requirements, our team is happy to talk it through with you.
Key Features
- Compact undercounter footprint suits tight commercial kitchen layouts
- Single-door configuration minimises cold-air loss during access
- Castor-mounted base allows easy repositioning and cleaning access
- A-rated energy efficiency for its class, reducing long-term running costs
- Food-safe interior construction meets commercial hygiene requirements
Operational Benefits
- Reliable frozen storage in kitchens where floor space is genuinely limited
- Lower energy consumption helps operators manage utility costs across the kitchen
- Easy to reposition without tools, reducing downtime when layouts change
- Undercounter height integrates neatly beneath existing worktop surfaces
- Consistent temperature hold supports food safety compliance during service
Specifications
- Capacity (litres)
- 77
- Capacity (shelves)
- 2
- Climate class
- 4
- Energy rating
- A
- External depth (mm)
- 642
- External height (mm)
- 833
- External width (mm)
- 595
- Extra information
- Shelf Size: 483.8 x 433mm
- Insulation
- 52mm
- Internal finish
- Stainless Steel
- Material
- White
- Noise level
- 39.2dB
- Power rating (kw)
- 0.15
- Power type
- 13amp Plug
- Refrigerant
- R600a
- Temperature range (deg c)
- -25 to -5
- Weight (kg)
- 53
Frequently Asked Questions
- The F220L is best suited to operations with moderate frozen storage needs — think cafés, small restaurants, or hotel serveries rather than high-volume production kitchens. If your kitchen goes through significant frozen stock during a service, or you need frequent access throughout the day, a larger or heavier-duty cabinet would likely serve you better.
- The F220L runs on a standard single-phase electrical supply and requires adequate ventilation clearance around the condenser to operate efficiently. As it sits on castors with no fixed installation required, positioning is straightforward — though you should confirm worktop and ceiling clearances beforehand to ensure a proper fit in your intended space.
- An A energy rating means this unit is among the more efficient in its class, which adds up over time — particularly if you're running multiple refrigeration units across a site. For a single undercounter freezer it won't transform an energy bill, but it is a sensible consideration when comparing options at a similar capacity and price point.