Question 1

Is the Summit VLT850 Freestanding?

Accepted Answer

Yes, the Summit VLT850 is Freestanding. A freestanding appliance is a unit that is self-contained and finished on all sides, allowing it to be placed anywhere without the need for built-in cabinetry or enclosure.

Question 2

What is the Total Capacity of the Summit VLT850?

Accepted Answer

The Total Capacity of the Summit VLT850 is 9 cu. ft. Total capacity refers to the combined interior storage space, measured in cubic feet.

Question 3

What kind of Labor Warranty does the Summit VLT850 have?

Accepted Answer

The Summit VLT850 comes with a 1 Year Limited Warranty.

Question 4

What kind of Parts Warranty comes with the Summit VLT850?

Accepted Answer

The Summit VLT850 comes with a 1 Year Limited Warranty.

Question 5

Is the Summit VLT850 UL Listed?

Accepted Answer

Yes, the Summit VLT850 is UL Listed. UL Listed means the appliance has been tested and certified by Underwriters Laboratories (UL) to meet specific safety standards for electrical, fire, and mechanical hazards, ensuring it is safe for use in homes or commercial settings.

Question 6

Is the Defrost on the Summit VLT850 Manual?

Accepted Answer

Yes the Summit VLT850 requires a manual defrosting. A manual defrost appliance requires you to periodically turn it off and remove built-up frost by hand, which helps maintain efficient cooling performance and energy use, but involves more maintenance compared to automatic or frost-free models.

Question 7

Is the Summit VLT850 Compact?

Accepted Answer

Yes , the Summit VLT850 is a compact freezer , meaning it has a total volume under 7.75 cubic feet (220 liters) and is designed for small spaces like apartments, offices, or RVs. These freezers typically range from 3–5 cu ft—making them energy-efficient, portable, and ideal for supplemental frozen storage.

Question 8

Is the Summit VLT850 a chest freezer or upright freezer?

Accepted Answer

The Summit VLT850 is a chest freezer . Chest freezers lay horizontally with a top-opening lid, offering more usable interior space, better energy efficiency, and longer cold retention during power outages—but they require more floor area and can be harder to organize since items are stacked.

Question 9

Is the Summit VLT850 NSF‑7 certified?

Accepted Answer

Yes , the Summit VLT850 is NSF‑7 certified , meaning it meets NSF/ANSI‑7 standards for commercial refrigerators and freezers—covering material safety, sanitation-friendly design, durable construction, and performance suitable for professional food storage.

Question 10

Is the Summit VLT850 NSF‑456 certified?

Accepted Answer

Yes , the Summit VLT850 is NSF‑456 certified , meaning it has been independently tested to meet the NSF/ANSI‑456 Vaccine Storage Standard for vaccine refrigerators and freezers—ensuring precise temperature control, uniformity, and recovery performance under real-world conditions.

Summit VLT85046 Inch, 7.0 cu. ft. Counter-Depth Laboratory Chest Freezer with Manual Defrost, Capable of -35 Degrees C Operation, Alarm, Temperature Display, Lock and Casters: 7.0 cu. ft. Counter-Depth

Summit VLT850

Summit VLT85046 Inch, 7.0 cu. ft. Counter-Depth Laboratory Chest Freezer with Manual Defrost, Capable of -35 Degrees C Operation, Alarm, Temperature Display, Lock and Casters: 7.0 cu. ft. Counter-Depth

Summit VLT850

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Summit VLT85046 Inch, 7.0 cu. ft. Counter-Depth Laboratory Chest Freezer with Manual Defrost, Capable of -35 Degrees C Operation, Alarm, Temperature Display, Lock and Casters: 7.0 cu. ft. Counter-Depth

Summit VLT850