Overview

Polar GD882-A U-Series 2 Door Prep Counter Fridge 405Ltr

The Polar GD882-A is a commercial two-door refrigerated prep counter from the premium U-Series range, purpose-built for high-volume food preparation in cafes, restaurants, bars and busy food service environments. With 405 litres of total capacity and a gastronorm-compatible countertop tray rail holding 12 x GN 1/6 (100mm deep) polycarbonate pans, this unit keeps frequently used ingredients immediately accessible at safe temperatures throughout service, helping staff assemble dishes quickly and hygienically.

Constructed from stainless steel inside and out, the GD882-A features fan-assisted forced air cooling, fully automatic defrost, and a tropical-rated compressor capable of maintaining 0°C to 5°C in ambient temperatures up to 43°C. Lockable castor wheels provide easy repositioning on the kitchen floor, while solid self-closing doors, a removable cutting board work surface, and user-friendly digital temperature controls make this unit as practical as it is reliable.

Key Benefits

• Gastronorm-compatible tray rail across the top keeps 12 pans of prepped ingredients cold and within arm's reach during service, reducing movement and speeding up assembly.
• Fan-assisted cooling delivers rapid temperature recovery after frequent door openings, protecting food safety during the busiest service periods.
• Tropical-rated compressor maintains 0°C to 5°C even in ambient conditions up to 43°C, making it suited to hot commercial kitchen environments.
• Solid self-closing doors prevent accidental leave-open situations, reducing energy consumption and maintaining consistent internal temperatures.
• Fully automatic defrost reduces hands-on maintenance time and supports long-term reliability.
• Removable cutting board provides an integrated, hygienic prep surface directly on the unit, optimising valuable kitchen bench space.
• Lockable castor wheels allow the unit to be repositioned easily for cleaning or service layout changes, then locked securely in place during operation.
• Two adjustable shelves in the refrigerated base (each rated to 17 kg) accommodate a wide variety of stored ingredients and containers.
• Supplied ready to plug in with a fitted 10A plug, minimising installation time and cost.

Key Features

• 405 litre total capacity; 286.6 litre usable internal capacity
• External dimensions: 1097(H) x 1225(W) x 760(D) mm
• Internal dimensions: 614(H) x 1104(W) x 632(D) mm
• Stainless steel exterior and interior construction for durability and easy cleaning
• Insulated stainless steel lid over gastronorm countertop storage area
• Countertop tray rail accommodates 12 x GN 1/6 (100mm deep) pans
• Supplied with 12 x GN 1/6 (100mm deep) polycarbonate pans included
• Removable cutting board / work surface for in-line food preparation
• Two adjustable shelves in the refrigerated base; each shelf rated to 17 kg; shelf/drawer depth 425 mm
• Fan-assisted forced air cooling for rapid and even temperature recovery
• Temperature range: 0°C to 5°C
• Maximum ambient operating temperature: 43°C (tropical rated)
• Fully automatic defrost function
• Digital temperature control and constant display for easy monitoring
• Solid self-closing doors to prevent accidental leave-open
• Lockable castor wheels for easy repositioning and stable in-service placement
• Power: 301W, 2.5A; voltage: 220–240V
• Supplied with fitted 10A plug
• Operating noise level: 46 dB
• Weight: 138 kg
• Requires a minimum 20 cm clearance between the unit and any wall for adequate ventilation
• Not suitable for outdoor use, mobile environments or catering vehicles
• Not suitable for placement directly adjacent to a heat source
• 2-year warranty

Specifications

• Width (mm): 700
• Depth (mm): 1097
• Height (mm): 760
• Weight (kg): 384
• Material: Stainless Steel
• Warranty (months): 24 Months
• Bowl Depth (mm): W1104 x D632 x H614 mm
• GN Capacity: 12 x GN 1/6 (100mm deep)