Choosing a Chest Freezer For Garage Use
More and more freezer manufacturers are now stating that their products can be stored in garages or other unheated outdoor spaces. This is usually accomplished by using a 'concealed condenser' that permits them to operate below the -10C threshold outlined in their official climate class.
A chest freezer is an excellent way to store food as well as wild game and other items you'd like keep on hand.
Energy START(r) Certified
ENERGY STAR® certified freezers are environmentally sustainable and consume less energy than other models. They also meet stringent temperature performance standards, and utilize a powerful cooling system.
A chest freezer for the garage should be capable of keeping food items safe and frozen when temperatures drop. It should be able to hold enough food for the typical freezer use during the week, as well as during "peak" time periods such as holidays.
This chest freezer by Danby is able to store a total of 7.0 cu ft for food packaging. It comes with all the standard features you would expect from a chest freezer including mechanical temperature control, a variable thermostat and removable storage baskets. The freezer is ENERGY STAR(r) certified and uses R600a refrigerant that does not diminish the ozone and is more environmentally friendly. The freezer is also built with foam insulation to keep cold in and heat out of the appliance.
10.0 Cubic Foot White Deep Freezer
This model from Frigidaire comes highly recommended for those looking for a huge quality freezer that can serve as the primary freezer for a family. It is also packed with numerous useful features. It's more expensive than Midea WHS 129C1 but offers lots of space and advanced functions.
Organise and store frozen food efficiently with adjustable, heavy-duty storage baskets with colored clips that aid in finding what you're searching for a breeze. Keep your frozen food cold and fresh using easy mechanical controls with a temperature control dial on the outside and a draining manual.
This freezer is perfect for offices, apartments, condos or even homes with small space. It offers ample storage space for frozen food. It has a lot of convenient features and is a great choice for families who like to buy bulk food in huge quantities.
Storage Access Easy
When you buy in bulk, it's essential to have a reliable freezer that can keep your frozen food items cold. This chest freezer was made to be used in garages with climate control. It's also simple to access the items you require.
The freezer is equipped with wire baskets for storing frozen vegetables including ice cream pints, ice-cream and other items that are used frequently. These baskets can be easily removed and you can adjust the storage space to suit your needs.
The freezer has a built-in drainage system, which means you can clean it without having to remove its contents. Also the smooth and rounded Easy Clean Corners help to clean up spills quickly and easy. It's the ideal addition to your garage! Frydge comes with a Danby 5-year warranty on parts and labor for the 5 years.
Modern Mechanical Thermostat
When you purchase a freezer to keep in your garage, make sure that it can work well in extreme temperatures. This model is able to achieve this, and it also has different built-in organizing methods to ensure that smaller frozen items don't get lost within the cavernous appliance.
The thermostatic temperature control is mechanical and allows for a consistent and even freezing of your food items. The manual defrost drain is located on the front of the freezer to allow for easy and convenient maintenance.
This 7.0 cubic feet freezer is ideal for those who don't wish to spend a lot of money on an entirely new freezer. It also features a removable and sliding bulk storage basket, which is easy to reach for front temperature controls, and recessed handles. This freezer is also ENERGY STAR(r) Certified meaning it saves you the cost of energy.
Convenient Defrost Drain
Contrary to conventional freezers which are designed to operate within a certain temperature range in controlled environments, garage-ready freezers are designed with the ability to handle more extreme temperature fluctuations. This is crucially important for areas that may experience warmer summers or frigid winters.
This Midea garage chest freezer has plenty of storage space with two levels of storage baskets on the vertical side that can be adjusted to suit your requirements. The modern mechanical thermostat is simple to set and monitor with an easy defrost drain that allows for quick and easy cleaning.
The cabinet and lid are made of energy-efficient foam insulation to ensure that food items remain frozen, even in non-heated areas. This is an ideal freezer for a cottage, home, apartment or office basement and will provide years of reliable service for your home's food storage requirements. The exterior and interior of the freezer are both easy to clean.
5 Year Parts and Labour Warranty
Having a chest freezer in your basement or garage is a good way to store food for emergency situations however, it's important to be aware that not all models are made for cold spaces. Store your freezer near a power outlet, and away from direct sunlight.
This model from GE features a power-on indicator light and LED lighting inside for easy access to the items you have stored. It has removable dividers and baskets that make it easy to clean and storing. Additionally, this freezer comes with a an adjustable lid that is open to allow easy access to the contents.
Some manufacturers label their freezers as "garage optimized" which means that they can withstand temperatures from 0deg to 110deg F. It is important to be aware, however, that your freezer might experience problems with performance when exposed to extreme temperatures for extended periods.