MCF8732GR

Overview

The Atosa MCF8732GR is a two-door commercial glass-door merchandiser freezer with 28.5 cu. ft. of storage capacity. Its glass doors and lighted header panel make stored frozen products visible, while the black steel exterior and stainless steel interior provide the cabinet finish. The listed operating temperature range is -8°F to 0°F.

This model uses a self-contained refrigeration system mounted at the bottom of the cabinet and R290 refrigerant. It is suited to foodservice and retail operations that need frozen storage with products visible through the doors, such as convenience stores, cafés, restaurants and other commercial food businesses.

Key Features

• Two glass doors: Double-pane glass doors provide a view of the cabinet contents.
• Illuminated display: A lighted header panel and standard LED interior lighting help show products in the cabinet.
• Temperature control: An electronic temperature controller regulates cabinet settings.
• Access and closure: The doors are self-closing and have an automatic stay-open feature. Recessed handles, door locks and magnetic door gaskets are standard.
• Shelf storage: Four shelves are standard per section, for eight shelves across the two sections.
• Cabinet construction: The exterior is black steel and the interior is stainless steel.
• Refrigeration: The self-contained refrigeration system is bottom-mounted and uses R290 refrigerant.

Specifications

• Manufacturer: Atosa
• Model: MCF8732GR
• Equipment type: Two-glass-door merchandiser freezer
• Capacity: 28.5 cu. ft.
• Temperature range: -8°F to 0°F
• Doors: Two double-pane glass doors; self-closing with automatic stay-open feature
• Shelves: Four per section; eight standard
• Exterior: Black steel
• Interior: Stainless steel
• Lighting: Lighted header panel and standard LED interior lighting
• Temperature control: Electronic controller
• Refrigeration system: Self-contained, bottom-mounted
• Refrigerant: R290
• Electrical supply: 115V, 60Hz, single phase
• Rated current: 8.6A
• Wattage: 989W
• Plug connection: NEMA 5-15P
• Horsepower: 3/4 HP
• Weight: 392 lb.
• Width: 39-1/2 in.
• Depth: 31-1/2 in.
• Height: Published listings give different figures: 81-1/5 in. and 83 in. Confirm the required height before planning an installation.
• Warranty listed by a product source: 2 years, with 5 years for compressor parts.
• Certification listed by a product source: NSF.

Installation & Requirements

The product specifications list a 115V, 60Hz, single-phase electrical supply, 8.6A rated current and a NEMA 5-15P connection. The supplied refrigerator manual specifies that the supply voltage should be within ±6% of the unit’s rated voltage. It also describes a power cable supplied with the refrigerator and a thermomagnetic circuit breaker, not supplied, installed between the mains power point and the refrigerator cable. The manual states that this electrical work must be carried out by professionally qualified persons.

The manual advises placing the refrigerator in the coolest, best-ventilated part of the room and away from heat sources and direct sunlight. It does not provide a numeric clearance requirement. The refrigeration system uses R290, which the manual identifies as a flammable refrigerant and flags as a fire and explosion risk. It warns against damaging the refrigerant circuit and instructs users to keep appliance ventilation openings clear.

Operation

The electronic controller regulates the refrigerator’s operating parameters. The manual directs operators to consult the accompanying digital-control-unit instructions for the controller’s parameters. It describes keyboard locking and unlocking: holding the indicated keys for more than three seconds displays “OF” to indicate a locked keyboard; holding the indicated keys together for more than three seconds displays “on” to indicate that it is unlocked.

The manual cautions users not to change microcomputer parameters themselves, noting that the equipment is adjusted before leaving the factory. It also says to check that the refrigerator is operating by confirming that the pilot light incorporated in the main switch comes on after connection. Follow the supplied model documentation for controller-specific settings and other operating steps.

Cleaning & Maintenance

The manual recommends regular cleaning of the refrigerator unit each month. Before any cleaning operation, disconnect the refrigerator’s power-supply cable from the mains. For the refrigerator’s surfaces, it instructs users to clean with mild detergent and dry with a soft cloth. The provided manual excerpt does not specify a cleaning chemical for any particular interior component, so consult the complete manual before applying other products.

The manual also cautions against using mechanical devices or other methods to accelerate defrosting unless they are recommended by the manufacturer. It warns not to damage the refrigerant circuit and says servicing should be carried out by qualified personnel using like components. It identifies improper installation, misuse, power-supply defects, inadequate maintenance, unauthorised modification and non-original spare parts among circumstances for which the manufacturer cannot be held liable.

Applications

The MCF8732GR is intended for commercial use. Its glass doors and illuminated display are useful where staff or customers need to see frozen products without opening the cabinet. Potential settings include restaurant and café service areas, convenience stores and other retail food displays. Its 28.5 cu. ft. capacity and eight standard shelves provide space for organising packaged frozen goods by product type or service needs.