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A tall, white, commercial refrigerator with a glass door, four adjustable wire shelves, ventilation grilles at the bottom, and wheels for mobility. The display shows the temperature. The ABS logo is on the upper left corner of the front panel. A tall, white laboratory refrigerator with a glass door, digital temperature display, four adjustable metal shelves, side handle, ventilation grill at the bottom, and four wheels for mobility. The interior is empty and well-lit.
A tall, white, commercial refrigerator with a glass door, four adjustable wire shelves, ventilation grilles at the bottom, and wheels for mobility. The display shows the temperature. The ABS logo is on the upper left corner of the front panel.
A tall, white laboratory refrigerator with a glass door, digital temperature display, four adjustable metal shelves, side handle, ventilation grill at the bottom, and four wheels for mobility. The interior is empty and well-lit.
ABT-VS-LS-16 DataSheet Manual 26147- Upright VSC Refrigerator Lab Pharmacy 10-31-2025

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16 Cu. Ft. Standard Glass Door Laboratory Refrigerator

Product Number: ABT-VS-LS-16
ALSO AVAILABLE IN THESE SIZES12 20 23 26 33 36 47 49 69 72 CU. FT.

These laboratory refrigerators are designed for reliable and cost-effective cold storage. This model features ultra-low energy consumption and energy efficient natural refrigerants. Using microprocessor temperature technology, this unit delivers precise temperature monitoring and control. It offers essential security features, including a keyed door lock and temperature alarms, along with remote alarm contacts. Enjoy durable powder-coated steel construction, glass door transparency, and adjustable inner shelving to optimize your workflow. All features are designed to heighten performance and efficiency in your lab.

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What temperature range can I set on this refrigerator?

The adjustable temperature range is 2° C to 15° C. The microprocessor controller is C°/F° switchable with a resolution of 0.1° C/0.2° F.

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What are the exterior dimensions and weight?

Exterior dimensions are 25″ wide, 28.875″ deep, and 79″ tall. Product weight is 243 lbs. and shipping weight is 290 lbs.

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How much clearance does it need around the cabinet?

The refrigerator requires a minimum 2” of clearance at the back and sides of the unit for proper ventilation.

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What refrigerant and defrost method does it use?

It uses EPA SNAP compliant R600a Isobutane, a hydrocarbon natural refrigerant, with a hermetic compressor and cycle defrost.

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What alarms and monitoring features are included?

It has audible and visual high/low temperature alarms and remote alarm contacts for external alarm connection. A product simulator bottle with glass bead media is provided as the display probe, and the unit has a digital temperature display.

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What are the electrical requirements?

The unit is rated at 2 amps and uses a NEMA 5-15 plug. Facility requirements are 110–120V AC with a 15A breaker and a NEMA 5-15 receptacle.

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Description
Storage capacity
  16 Cu. Ft.
Door
  One (1) swing glass door, self-closing, right hinged, not reversible, magnetic door gasket
Shelves
  Four (4) adjustable shelves (adjustable in ½” increments)
Mounting and Installation
  Swivel casters – locking front casters
Interior lighting
  LED interior lights are safety shielded and switch controlled
External probe access
  Probe access port (3/4″) on rear wall
Insulation
  Cabinet is foamed-in-place with EPA compliant high density urethane foam
Exterior materials
  White powder coated steel
Access Control
  Keyed door lock; compatible with optional digital lock (including Pyxis, Omnicell, and AcuDose RX)
General warranty
  Two (2) year parts and labor warranty
Compressor  warranty
  Five (5) year compressor warranty
Product Weight   (lbs.)
  243
Shipping Weight (lbs.)
  290
 Exterior Width       (in)
  25″
 Exterior Depth      (in)
  28.875″
 Exterior Height     (in)
  79″
Rated Amperage
  2
Power Plug/Power Cord
  NEMA 5-15 plug
Facility Electrical Requirement
  110 – 120V AC, 15A breaker, NEMA 5-15 receptacle
Agency Listing and Certification
  ETL, C-ETL listed, Energy Star Certified
Compressor
Hermetic
Refrigerant
EPA SNAP compliant R600a Isobutane (Hydrocarbon natural refrigerant)
Condenser
Tube and grid, high efficiency fan forced air
Evaporator
Fin and tube, high efficiency fan forced air
Defrost
Cycle defrost
Controller  technology
Microprocessor temperature controller, C°/F° switchable, resolution is 0.1° C/0.2° F
Max temp      variation – cabinet   air (°C):
+/- 2.5° C
Energy    consumption (KWh/day):
<0.9 KWh/day Meets or exceeds Energy Star v2.0 for Laboratory Refrigerators.
Stability – simulator ballast (°C):
+/- 0.5° C
Average heat rejection (BTU/h)
< 250 BTU/h
Display      Technology
Digital Temperature Display
Noise pressure    level (dBA)
40 dBA or less installed
Pull down time to nominal operating temp
< 30 min (empty)
Adjustable Temperature     Range
2° C to 15° C
External alarm connection
Remote alarm contacts
Display Probe
Product simulator bottle with glass bead media
Alarms
Audible and visual high/low temperature alarms, remote alarm contacts
Disclaimers
Refrigerator requires a minimum 2” of clearance at back and sides of the unit for proper ventilation
Performance     Notes
Max temperature variation based on an empty chamber at steady state using 15 bare (unweighted) thermocouple probes. Product loading, door openings, and ambient conditions will affect performance. Stability of simulator ballast based on bottle probe provided with the unit located center of empty chamber at steady state, no door openings

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