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Commercial Double Door Beer Fridge | Wine Fridge | Glass Door Display | Polar G-Series GL097
£2,138.29
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£2,565.95/ inc vat
- Generous 365Ltr Capacity
- Flexible Shelving
- Double Glass Doors
- Compressor Fan Cooling
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Product Overview
Thinking about how to best show off your premium drinks selection? This Polar G-Series double door back bar fridge is your answer. It’s a brilliant bit of kit designed specifically for the hustle and bustle of a professional British bar or restaurant, offering a huge capacity and flexible shelving to keep both your beers and wines perfectly chilled and ready to serve.
It’s built for businesses that need reliable, high-capacity cooling without fuss. From lively pubs and sophisticated wine bars to hotel restaurants and event venues, this unit combines robust performance with a sleek, professional look. The glass doors and LED lighting turn your stock into a tempting display, encouraging those extra sales while the fan-assisted cooling ensures every single bottle is at the perfect temperature, even during the busiest Friday night rush.
With user-friendly electronic controls, an automatic defrost function that saves you time, and a tough steel construction, this Polar G-Series display fridge is designed to work hard and make your life easier. It’s the smart, stylish, and spacious solution for keeping your customers happy and your drinks flowing.
Key Features and Benefits
- Generous 365Ltr Capacity: Stock up for the busiest shifts with less restocking.
- Flexible Shelving: Comes with 13 wine shelves and 4 flat shelves.
- Double Glass Doors: Offers a brilliant view of your stock, boosting sales.
- Compressor Fan Cooling: Guarantees rapid, consistent cooling even when doors are opened often.
- Automatic Defrost: Saves you time and effort on maintenance chores.
- Energy-Saving LED Lighting: Beautifully illuminates your products without hiking up your energy bills.
- User-Friendly Electronic Control: Set and monitor temperatures with absolute ease and precision.
- Durable Construction: Easy-to-clean steel and glass build stands up to daily use.
Technical Specifications
- Brand: Polar
- SKU: GL097
- Capacity: 365Ltr
- Dimensions: 1627(H) x 890(W) x 550(D) mm
- Power: 150W, 13 Amp Plug
- Colour: Black
- Construction: Stainless Steel & Glass
- Cooling Type: Fan Assisted
- Defrost Type: Automatic
- Insulation Thickness: 43mm
- Energy Consumption: 0.47kWh / 24hr
- Energy Efficiency Rating: G
- Climate Class: T (for ambient temperatures of 16°C to 43°C)
Expert Review and Insights
The Polar G-Series is a real workhorse in the commercial refrigeration world, and this dual-purpose model is a particularly clever addition. It elegantly solves the problem of needing separate coolers for wine and other bottled drinks, making it a fantastic space and cost-saver for many establishments. It’s robust, holds its temperature well under pressure, and the flexible shelving is a genuine advantage.
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- Best Feature: The versatile storage is brilliant for venues with diverse drink menus.
- Consideration: Its G energy rating means it's less efficient than premium models.
Case Study: Real Business, Real Results
The Black Swan, a bustling gastropub in York, was struggling with an old, inefficient bar fridge that couldn't keep up with their growing craft beer and wine list. They needed a single, reliable unit that could handle both types of bottles effectively.
"The Polar G-Series unit has been superb. We can now display our entire chilled range in one place, and it looks fantastic. Customers can see the great selection we offer, and service is much faster because everything is perfectly organised and chilled."
Robert Green – General Manager
Since installation, the pub has reported a 30% increase in sales from their premium bottled drinks range, attributing it directly to the improved visibility and consistent chilling.
Installation and Maintenance Guide
Setting It Up
- Ensure the unit is positioned on a flat, level surface to help the doors close properly.
- Leave a gap of at least 20cm around the unit for good ventilation – this is crucial for performance.
- Once in position, let the fridge stand for a few hours before plugging it in to allow the refrigerant to settle.
- Use the digital controller to set your desired temperature before you start loading it with stock.
Keeping It Going
- Wipe the door seals weekly with a damp cloth to keep them clean and effective.
- Every couple of months, carefully brush or vacuum the condenser coils to remove dust build-up.
- Regularly clean the interior with a food-safe cleaner to maintain hygiene.
- Keep the glass doors polished to ensure your products always look their best.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Can I store both standard bottles and wine bottles in this unit at the same time?
A: Absolutely. It comes with 13 dedicated wine shelves and 4 standard flat shelves, so you can configure it to suit your exact stock requirements.
Q: How do I change the temperature?
A: The temperature is easily adjusted using the user-friendly electronic touch control panel located on the unit.
Q: What does 'auto-defrost' actually do?
A: The auto-defrost function automatically melts any ice build-up on the cooling components at regular intervals, preventing performance issues and saving you from having to do it manually.
Q: Is this fridge noisy to run?
A: It's designed for a commercial setting, so while it's not silent, its noise level is standard for a commercial compressor and shouldn't be disruptive in a typical bar environment.
Q: Can the doors be locked?
A: Yes, this model features lockable doors for added security of your stock when the bar is closed.
Q: What is the ideal ambient temperature for this fridge?
A: This unit has a Climate Class T rating, meaning it's designed to operate effectively in ambient temperatures up to 43°C, making it suitable for most busy commercial kitchens and bars.
Q: How do I clean the glass doors without leaving smears?
A: Use a good quality glass cleaner and a microfibre cloth for a streak-free finish that keeps your display looking its best.
Q: Are the shelves adjustable?
A: Yes, the shelving is adjustable, allowing you to customise the interior layout to accommodate different bottle and can sizes.
The Polar Advantage: Built for Britain's Busiest Bars
When you choose a Polar G-Series appliance, you're investing in more than just metal and refrigerant; you're getting a piece of equipment born from over 50 years of industry experience. The Polar G-Series double door back bar fridge is a perfect example of this legacy. It's not just a cooler; it's a reliable business partner engineered specifically for the demands of medium-duty commercial use. This means it's built to withstand the constant opening and closing, the spills, and the high ambient temperatures of a bustling bar, day in and day out. This focus on durability translates directly into long-term value for your business: less risk of inconvenient breakdowns during peak service, consistent cooling performance that protects your stock, and the peace of mind that comes from knowing your equipment won't let you down when you need it most.
Explore more from PolarHow Fan-Assisted Cooling Keeps Every Drink Perfectly Cold
Ever grabbed a drink from a bar fridge only to find it's disappointingly lukewarm? That's often because of 'static cooling', where cold air isn't moved around. This Polar fridge uses fan-assisted cooling, which is a total upgrade. Think of it like a fan in a room on a hot day – it doesn't just cool one spot, it circulates the air everywhere. Inside the fridge, a small fan constantly moves the cold air, ensuring it reaches every single bottle on every shelf. This means that even when staff are opening and closing the doors constantly during a busy service, there are no 'warm spots', and the temperature recovers incredibly quickly. The first drink you serve is as perfectly chilled as the last.
Who Should Buy This?
- Pubs and Bars: Perfect as a large back bar bottle cooler to keep a huge range of beers and ciders perfectly chilled.
- Wine Bars & Restaurants: The dedicated wine racking makes it ideal for showcasing and storing your wine selection at serving temperature.
- Hotels & Function Rooms: Provides ample, attractive storage for bar areas, ensuring guests have a wide choice of cold drinks.
- Bottle Shops & Delis: A great display fridge to present premium craft beers, ciders, and wines to customers.
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