Overview

Polar GD883-A U-Series 2 Door Prep Counter Fridge 527Ltr

The Polar GD883-A is a heavy-duty refrigerated prep counter from the U-Series range, purpose-built for busy commercial kitchens including restaurants, cafes, takeaways, canteens and sandwich bars. With 527 litres of total capacity and a gastronorm-compatible countertop storage area, it keeps ingredients at a safe 0°C to 5°C and within arm's reach throughout service, allowing staff to assemble pizzas, salads, sandwiches and other made-to-order dishes with speed and confidence.

Constructed with a stainless steel exterior and insulated stainless steel lid, the unit is straightforward to clean and maintain to high hygiene standards. Fan-assisted forced air cooling delivers rapid temperature recovery after frequent door openings, while auto defrost, self-closing solid doors, lockable castor wheels and a user-friendly digital control panel combine to reduce daily labour and keep the unit running reliably in ambient conditions up to 43°C.

Key Benefits

• Gastronorm-compatible countertop holds up to 16 x 1/6 GN pans so ingredients stay organised and instantly accessible during high-volume service.
• Forced air cooling restores set temperature quickly after door openings, protecting food safety and quality even under constant use.
• Self-closing solid doors prevent accidental openings, reducing energy consumption and minimising temperature fluctuations.
• Removable polypropylene cutting board provides a dedicated, hygienic work surface directly on the unit, saving bench space.
• Lockable castor wheels allow the unit to be repositioned easily for cleaning or kitchen reconfiguration, then secured firmly in place.
• Auto defrost function reduces manual maintenance and supports long-term reliability in day-to-day operation.
• Two adjustable internal shelves (425 mm deep) provide flexible refrigerated storage below the prep surface for additional ingredients or bulk product.
• Stainless steel construction throughout is durable, easy to sanitise and compliant with commercial kitchen hygiene requirements.
• Supplied ready to use with 16 x 1/6 GN (100 mm deep) polycarbonate pans included as standard, eliminating the need for immediate additional purchases.

Key Features

• 527 litre total capacity; 373.9 litre usable internal capacity.
• External dimensions: 1555(W) x 760(D) x 1097(H) mm.
• Internal dimensions: 1434(W) x 632(D) x 614(H) mm.
• Stainless steel exterior and insulated stainless steel lid for durability and easy cleaning.
• Gastronorm-compatible countertop storage area accommodates up to 16 x 1/6 GN (100 mm deep) pans.
• Supplied with 16 x 1/6 GN (100 mm deep) polycarbonate pans; pan lids sold separately.
• Two internal shelves (425 mm x 538 mm) adjustable to suit varying storage requirements; each shelf rated to 22 kg.
• Removable polypropylene cutting board for a convenient and hygienic food prep surface.
• Fan-assisted forced air cooling for rapid and consistent temperature recovery.
• Operating temperature range: 0°C to 5°C.
• Maximum ambient operating temperature: 43°C.
• Auto defrost function for reduced maintenance and long-term reliability.
• Solid self-closing doors to prevent accidental leaving ajar.
• Two solid doors providing access to the refrigerated base storage.
• Digital temperature control panel and constant digital display for precise, easy monitoring.
• Lockable castor wheels for straightforward repositioning and secure placement.
• Voltage: 220-240V; plug type: 10 amp.
• Noise level: 46 dB.
• Weight: 159 kg.
• CFC-free refrigerant (R290 noted by multiple sources; R134a noted by one source).
• Requires a minimum 20 cm clearance from walls to ensure adequate ventilation.
• Not suitable for outdoor or mobile environments, including catering vehicles.
• U-Series commercial refrigeration range; 24-month warranty.

Specifications

• Width (mm): 700
• Depth (mm): 1097
• Height (mm): 760
• Weight (kg): 485
• Material: Stainless Steel
• Warranty (months): 24 Months
• Bowl Depth (mm): W1434 x D632 x H614 mm