REFRIGERATOR (Vestfrost VLS204A AC G2) 60l net, 230V
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REFRIGERATOR (Vestfrost VLS204A AC G2) 60l net, 230V
This article replaces PCOLREFEVG2 - REFRIGERATOR (Vestfrost VLS200A) 60l net, 230V which has been discontinued.
Definition
The standard fridge for storage of thermosensitive items such as laboratory material, drugs and vaccines. As Vestfrost stopped producing the MK-series and VLSA series, Vestfrost VLS-4 line has been selected as the new standard fridge for MSF.
PQS approved | yes |
manual adjustment temperature | yes |
refrigerant | R600a |
produced until | not specified |
Specifications
- gross volume: 113 litres
- net volume: 60 litres
- temperature range (43°C ambient): +2°C to +8°C
- hold over time: 54 hours
- nominal power: 220 W
- energy consumption
- stable: 0.57 kWh / 24h
- cool down: 0.58 kWh / 24h
- dimensions L x W x H: 600 x 720 x 850 mm
- weight: 58 kg, (shipping weight: 74 kg)
- number of baskets: 3
- number of ‘Water ballast, blue' needed: 2 (not included with fridge, so order separately)
- refrigerant: R600a
- WHO PQS code: E003/109
- freeze protection: grade A
- energy supply needed per 24 hours: 4 hours
Instructions for use
Advantages:
- The VLS-4 line is a so-called ‘green-line' model (less power, more efficient refrigerant and insulation)
- The refrigerant gas R600a (instead of the old standard R134a) is more efficient
- It has a longer hold-over time related to the old MK model, but similarly to VLSA models, with less power required (test done according to PQS protocols)
- This model has passed the freeze protection grade A test (see PQS test protocol)
- With the same capacity, it has a significant higher performance and uses less power
- There is a hidden thermostat (knob)
- No automatic alert when power is off
- Stable temperature even when the fridge is full
Remarks:
- Although R600a is a more flammable gas, no clear risks are expected.
- The fridge is PQS approved by the WHO
- It is expected the field might face more difficulty to exchange the gas/compressor, in case of repairs, in the first few years
- Globally all fridges shift to R600a, therefore this is expected to improve
- Rated for use in ambient temperatures above 5°C and below 43°C
- Note: The compressor will turn off when the room temperature is between 5 - 10°C
Precautions for Use
Installation:
See manual for installation. In the user manual, it says that you have to install the appliance in a room with a volume of minimal 1m3 per 8g of hydrocarbon refrigerant used in the appliance, which is indicated on the rating plate. The required room volume should be:
Model | Quantities of R600a refrigerant on rating plate [kg[] | Minimal volume of room (per fridge) required [m3] |
VLS204A AC | 0.050 kg | 6.25 |
VLS304A AC | 0.055 kg | 6.88 |
VLS354A AC | 0.060 kg | 7.50 |
VLS404A AC | 0.063 kg | 7.88 |
Door seal:
Similar as the old models from Vestfrost, Vestfrost recommends to change the complete lid if the seal is old or broken. However, it remains possible to order the seal (as a spare part) and replace this in the field.
Spare parts:
For all VLS-4 line spare parts can be ordered and they are compatible with all VLSA models.
Thermostat:
To upgrade an even better performance in terms of termperature stability, the position of the sensor has been changed as compared to VLS-A models. The sensor is closer the inside back up water tank whereby the internal temperature is measured and controlled, and even considered more optimal. Illustration above (previous placement of sensor refers to position in VLSA models).
MSF requirements
WHO standard