TEFCOLD UD2-32 Refrigerator/Freezer with GN 3/1 Drawer

A refrigerator and freezer combined in a single unit, designed for professional kitchens using gastronorm trays. The appliance maintains two separate temperature zones within one cabinet, allowing ingredients to be chilled or frozen without moving them to different machines. A refrigeration cycle circulates refrigerant through evaporator coils inside the cabinet, absorbing heat from the stored items. The system then compresses and condenses the refrigerant outside the cabinet, releasing the heat into the kitchen. This continuous cycle keeps the internal air at the set temperature, whether for chilled storage or deep freezing.

Two full-width drawers slide out independently, each set to either refrigeration or freezing mode. The operator loads gastronorm trays directly into the drawers, stacking them to the maximum depth of 150 mm. Once the drawer is closed, the refrigeration cycle begins, and a fan circulates the cold air evenly across every tray. The unit automatically defrosts at intervals, melting any ice build-up on the evaporator coils without manual intervention. Each drawer supports a load of up to 60 kg, and the worktop above bears up to 240 kg, allowing it to double as temporary storage or prep space during service.

The cabinet is constructed from stainless steel, inside and out, with insulation between the inner and outer walls to reduce heat transfer. The refrigerant used is R290, a hydrocarbon with low global warming potential. The unit plugs into a standard 220-240 V single-phase supply, drawing 0.5 kW during operation. Controls on the front panel set the temperature for each drawer, switching between chilled storage at +2 to +8 °C and frozen storage at -22 to -18 °C. The internal dimensions of 1000 by 565 by 470 mm accommodate gastronorm trays in the 3/1 size, maximising usable volume while keeping the external footprint to 1230 by 700 by 870 mm. The total volume is 265 L, with a net usable capacity of 154 L. The unit weighs 131 kg, requiring two people or a trolley to move it into position.

Cleaning involves wiping the stainless steel interior and exterior with a damp cloth and mild detergent. The drawers remove for easier access to corners and seals. The automatic defrost cycle prevents ice build-up, but the evaporator coils should be checked periodically for dust accumulation, which can reduce efficiency. The unit is supplied as a single model, with no variants or additional options listed.

The UD2-32 is categorised under refrigeration and freezing equipment for professional catering, specifically for kitchens using gastronorm tray systems.