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At KW Commercial Kitchen, the Polar UA049-A U-Series provides a
high-performance 553L counter fridge with a durable 2230mm stainless-steel worktop,
making it ideal as a combined prep station and refrigeration unit.
Designed for heavy-duty commercial use, it delivers reliable forced-air cooling,
rapid temperature recovery and stable performance in ambient conditions up to 43°C.
The U-Series is Polar’s premium commercial line, engineered for maximum efficiency and reliability
under frequent door-open conditions. With strong stainless construction, self-closing doors,
automatic defrost and GN 1/1 compatibility, it fits seamlessly into professional prep workflows.
KW Commercial Kitchen
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CO₂ Equivalent: similar to driving 6,000–6,800 km/year in a petrol car.
Smart Recommendation: Best for high-volume prep stations needing wide worktop space
with high-capacity chilled storage and reliable temperature stability.
Use microfibre cloth and pH-neutral cleaner; avoid abrasives and bleach. Wipe spills as they occur.
Clean condenser filter regularly, avoid overloading shelves and minimise door-open time during peak service.
RCM compliant. R600a eco refrigerant meets AU environmental standards. Suitable for indoor commercial use (5°C–43°C ambient).
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Prep lines, bars and service benches that need chilled storage close to the task without sending staff across the kitchen.
Venues that mainly need customer facing display or a full height storage cabinet away from the work area.
Plan food pans, labels, chopping boards, shelf organisers and cleaning tools around the station.
Consider upright fridges for back of house storage, food prep fridges for pan top assembly, or glass door fridges for merchandising.
Common future needs include shelf hardware, door hardware, seals, castors and control components matched to the model.
Choose this when station flow is the problem: cold stock should sit beside the work, not in a separate walk path.
Compare the verified cabinet dimensions, door format, operating temperature, ambient rating and electrical requirements with your site, access path and storage needs.
Check voltage, phase, plug type, and circuit capacity before purchase. Commercial electrical installation must be completed by a licensed electrician.
| SKU | UA049-A |
| Brand | Polar |
| Category | Commercial Fridges and Commercial Freezers |
| Weight | 153 kg |
| Dimensions (W×D×H) | 2230 × 700 × 850 mm |
| Stock Status | In Stock |
| Voltage | 240 V |
| Phase | Single Phase |
| Amperage | 1.8 A |
| Power | 0.3 kW |
| Operating Temperature | −2 °C to 8 °C |
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Buy Polar UA049-A U-Series Four Door Counter Fridge – 553L, Heavy-Duty from KW Commercial Kitchen. Competitive B2B pricing, Australia-wide delivery. Trusted by cafes, restaurants, and commercial food service operators across Australia. Need help choosing? Call our equipment experts on 1300 001 366 or ask EVA, our AI advisor.
