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Comparison Grunhelm GFM-200 198 L vs Ardesto FRM-200MCH 200 L

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Grunhelm GFM-200 198 L
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Product typechest freezerchest freezer
Capacity198 L200 L
Hanging baskets1
Features
Max. temperature-16 °C
Minimum temperature-18 °C-24 °C
Power failure autonomy30 h
Freeze capacity9 kg/day
Hidden door handle
More specs
Controlsexternal switchesexternal switches
Energy classA+A+
Energy consumption per year213 kWh
Noise level40 dB42 dB
Dimensions (HxWxD)85x94.5x52.3 cm84.5x94.5x54.5 cm
Weight34 kg
Country of originChinaChina
Color
Added to E-Catalogjanuary 2020april 2019

Capacity

It is the total working capacity of the freezer. A larger capacity allows you to accommodate more products but affects the dimensions and cost of the unit. Therefore, when choosing according to this parameter, you should not chase after the maximum capacity but the capacity you really need. For example, the average required capacity is 50 litres per person. And when choosing a display chest freezer (see "Product type"), you need to take into account the number of products offered for sale.

It is also worth considering that the freezer is often divided into several compartments (see below) - which means that a large capacity does not guarantee that large pieces of food can fit in the device.

Hanging baskets

One or more removable baskets that are attached to the top of the freezer compartment. Hanging baskets are made of both metal and plastic and are designed to store shallow frozen items or frequently used products that require quick access. Hanging baskets are also used to separate different types of contents.

Max. temperature

The highest temperature maintained by the freezer during normal operation. This parameter is not as important as the minimum freezing temperature, however, it allows to evaluate the optimal conditions for storing certain categories of products that do not need deep freezing. And in some cases, it shows that the freezer can work as a refrigerator.

Minimum temperature

The lowest temperature that the freezer can maintain in normal operation. First of all, the duration of food storage in the freezer depends on this parameter: it is believed that a temperature of -12 ° C is enough to preserve food for a month, -18 ° C – 3 months, -24 ° C – up to a year. At the same time, it must be taken into account that not only temperature affects the shelf life but also the type of product and its quality before freezing.

Power failure autonomy

The amount of time the freezer keeps food cold enough when the refrigeration system is turned off, for example, due to a breakdown or power outage. Technically, the power failure autonomy for each model is calculated differently; For example, for a freezer with an operating temperature of -18 ° C, this is the period during which the products in the chamber heat up from -18 ° C to -9 ° C. To sum up, the time is indicated during which the frozen products are guaranteed not to heat up to a temperature at which they could lose their properties.

Freeze capacity

One of the main indicators of freezer performance is the approximate amount of fresh food that the freezer can completely freeze from room temperature to the minimum operating temperature in 24 hours. For domestic use, a power of 10-15 kg/day is considered quite sufficient. More performant models may be required if you have to freeze a lot of food at a time or for industrial purposes.

Hidden door handle

A handle made in the form of a notch at the end of the door. Thanks to the hidden handle, the freezer at least gets a neat, discreet appearance — with a minimum of unnecessary details on the doors. In addition, a traditional handle can be touched by careless movement, but with a hidden one, it is impossible. It is especially relevant in cramped conditions.

Energy consumption per year

It is the average amount of energy consumed by the freezer in a year of operation. Of course, these figures are not absolutely accurate. The actual power consumption may vary depending on the specific operating conditions. However, this parameter makes it possible to evaluate the consumption of the device and compare different models with each other. At the same time, it often turns out to be more convenient and visual than the energy consumption class (see above) because, in this paragraph, we are talking about a specific figure (from which you can also calculate the cost of electricity consumed).

Noise level

The average noise level generated by the freezer during operation. The quietest models give out about 25 - 30 dB — this is the average noise background in a residential area at night (comparable to the ticking of a wall clock); the loudest — is about 60 dB (loud conversation). More detailed comparison tables can be found in special sources.

In any case, the lower the noise level, the more comfortable the use of the unit. However, it does not always make sense to look for the quietest freezer: in some situations (for example, in a noisy workshop), the freezer's sound may be lost against the surrounding noise background. In addition, reduced noise often affects the price.
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