Can't believe how LARGE this is- more than enough for my needs (I'd estimate large enough to hold at least a month's worth of frozen food). Glad I didn't get the 3 cubic feet one. It holds MUCH more than the photo (or video) suggests (more below). Well-packed, in perfect shape. Indeed, as the instructions assert, if the freezer isn't level the door doesn't stay closed. I'd never done this before, have poor manual dexterity and it took me quite a while to adjust the feet on each side, using a level horizontally and vertically (checking the side to side tilt and the front-to-back). It wasn't difficult, but it required time and patience. The instructions say turn each foot (two at the front corners) to the right to lower, to the left to raise, which confused me a bit but it translates to counter-clockwise to lower, clockwise to raise. Once I finally got it level (I have a wonky surface in my travel trailer), the door closed tight. At one point I tried locking the door with the key and THAT did the trick, so if it ever becomes an issue (like when traveling) nice to have a surefire method for ensuring that the door remains closed.
Note- I got it all situated, THEN read the part about initially setting the temperature knob to 5, the highest it will go, so had to pull it out again and set it (see photo of the back- the white round dial on the left). SO, all ready to go, plugged it in, and put in an ice cube tray of water. It took less than TWO hours to freeze solid! (I read reviews of other freezers that said it took overnight for ice to freeze initially).
To give you an idea of what can fit in the freezer (I experimented), it can hold 39 full-size Banquet TV dinners + 2 smaller packages, like Lean Cuisines, + 4 small frozen juice containers + 8 smallish burritos, like Don Jose's. I've checked repeatedly, and regarding a large bag of ice, there's none of that slightly melting and then re-freezing again, which results in ice that's congealed cubes and requires an icepick (my house fridge does that). Ice cubes remain frozen solid and separate, and ice cream is as hard as a rock, the way I like it.
[UPDATE: The thing about the ice not slightly melting I've found is only true if you keep the ice on the bottom shelf. If you place it on the top shelf it does slightly melt, requiring an ice pick. But ice cream kept on the top shelf is always rock hard, as is other frozen food, so it seems the effect is slight and of little consequence, my house fridge/freezer does the same thing. I've kept chicken, fish, etc. frozen on the top shelf for months at a time, no ill effects whatsoever and cooks up fresh. Also, for what it's worth, we had a power outage of 10 hours and everything still seemed to be frozen solid. After five months of use still LOVE the freezer.]
I was unable to upload the video of the freezer from the Whynter site for some reason, you can go there to see it (but it also shows those little containers/cartons of Haagen Dazs-type icecream, which don't provide an accurate impression of how MUCH it holds). You can also download the owner's manual (note: the freezer is listed under refrigerators, for some reason). FYI, the owner's manual states that the freezer draws 75 watts, .88 amps. It comes with a small paper sticker on the front that removes easily after soaking for a few minutes with dishwashing lotion. So quiet, you can barely tell when it's running. And it's BEAUTIFUL. Couldn't be happier with this freezer! If it malfunctions or dies I'll update my review.
We purchased this unit to fit in the basement compartment of a motor coach. It arrived in flawless condition and was operated " in home" for a month , prior to installation into the coach. It has traveled around the US in varied ambient climates and has performed perfectly thus far .
This is really a nice product. I have limited space and a small main fridge/freezer that doesn't allow me to buy anything in quantity. This allows me to buy at the clubs again and save money.
The freezer is very cold, runs very quietly, energy star rated to cost you $26 a year in electricity.
I had been looking for a solar refrigerator for my Sprinter van for some time. I found that the 12 DC chest style freezers were not only way too expensive, but they were too large and did not hold much food stuff. I also looked at many dorm fridges that would work with my Xantrex Prowatt 2000 inverter, however, the walls are thin and suck copious energy. Other alternatives such as RV fridges cost too much. So, I purchased the Whynter freezer and gave it a trial run. The unit is very quite and uses very little power. I use (4) 6 volt golf cart batteries, ( 2) 100 watt solar panels and a Xantrex prowatt 2000 inverter. This system powers a 600 watt microwave and a 700 watt tea kettle along with the Whynter freezer. During day light hours, the batteries charge to 12.9 to 13.3 volts with the Whynter running. after all night operation, the battery charge will maybe drop down to 12.6 volts. This is predicated on normal usage of the microwave and tea kettle during road trips etc. . If we use the microwave alot, the fridge may pull down the batteries to 12.4 volts over night. But after a full day of sun, the batteries are again at over 12.9 volts . The best option for this freezer would be to use it to freeze (2) 1 gallon water jugs, and frozen foods. The freezer does not have to be run at night with frozen juggs of water in the bottom section of the unit. The walls on this unit are twice a thick as a dorm fridge. The door seal seals tightly also.
Anyways. at $218 this fridge is top quality for the money. It has the reliability of a beater proof a/c powered dorm fridge and will provide trouble free use compared to 12 volt DC freezer chests that cost $700. It also holds more food stuff than a chest style freezer while using way less space, The only caveta is one has to run an inverter 24/7 which is not a problem.
The best solar fridge set up for a Sprinter van is as follows:
(2) solar word 315 watt panels
(4) 235 amp hour 6 volt costco gold cart batteries
(1) Xantrex true sign wave prowatt 2000 inverter
(1) 40 amp xantrex battery charge controller
The Whynter freezer can be converted to a fridge with a digital tstat plug in controller.
This freezer is twice as thick as a dorm fridge and hold the cold like a champ.
Looks as pictured. Works very well for my intended purpose of storing home-made single-serve frozen meals and the capacity was just right. Small size allowed me to store in on the garage shelving unit. Once cold the temp varies from -7 to -10 on the max settings. I like the flexibility of removable shelves. One negative was I needed to switch the door hinges and both screws for the top hinge would not tighten well.
Look out for units that are not packaged properly as they may be used and/or damaged in transit like my first unit. It arrived in a single carton with a single strap around it. That strap is what holds the removable box top from the box base for easy unpacking of your unit. A corner was badly damaged and the back of the unit had liquid stains.
The replacement unit arrived double boxed and the inner box had 4 straps securing the box top to box base. No damage this time and unit looked new.
Keep in mind that the unit will be stood on any and all sides during transport so let unit sit for 24 hours upright before plugging it it. Mind came upside down as the shipping label was placed on the bottom of the box.
My first unit was damaged
Feature Product
- Measures: 21" Long x 20" Wide x 34" High. Power: 100 Watts
- Freestanding setup (clearance around the unit is needed). Manual defrost
- Mechanical temperature control with temperature range of -11° - 10.4°F
- Black reversible-swing door and black cabinet with cylinder lock and two keys. Noise Level: <42 dB
- Recessed handle provides a flush finish with the door with one interior removable slide out basket shelf and 3 fast freezing coil shelves
Description
Ideal for any small space where cold storage is needed, the Whynter 3.0 cu. ft. upright freezer can also be used in the kitchen, offices, garages or basements. This space-saving compact upright freezer is designed with a flush back, allowing it to fit cleanly against the wall or into corners. The Whynter 3.0 cu. ft. upright freezer features a black reversible-swing door, adjustable temperature control, and a lock for securing the contents. Fast-Freezing Coil Shelves Designed with 3 condenser coil shelves that provide direct contact to freeze items quickly and allow cold air to constantly circulate throughout the freezer. Reversible Door Allows for a left or right swing, making the unit ideal for installation anywhere. Space-Saving Design Designed with a high profile flush back, allowing it to fit cleanly against the wall or into corners maximizing vertical space and minimizing the unit footprint. ENERGYSTAR Rated Appliance As an ENERGYSTAR rated appliance, this upright freezer will help you keep your energy costs down while providing efficient freezing solutions.
This freezer is so quiet I had to feel the motor to make sure it was on. It got cold quickly and stayed that way.
Easy peazy set up, delivery was fast... arrived in perfect condition exactly when they said it would. The cooling mechanism on each shelf is awesome, it got up to temp very quickly ... It's only been a day but it's going well. Instructions were clelar and surprisingly well written! Never heard of this brand before but I am really happy with it. I looked up similar products from other more popular manufacturers and needed to keep in budget under $300. Yes, it is not exceptional quality materials... What else? My BF just said "It's nice to be able to lock up your meat!" Whatever that means :p Best part... I can see all my stuff in the fridge now.
Fantastic little freezer. It's in my RV right next to the TV.
So quiet I wasn't sure it was working - I think the key is to level it very well.
Door swing switch is easy, very little frost buildup and uses very little electricity (Someone calculated it out at about 1.5 amp draw and I believe it). I have it on a 15amp circuit with my whole entertainment center and it hasn't tripped the breaker even when I plug the vacuum into the same circuit.
Holds allot more than you might think and doesn't have to kick on very often once the temp settles. I think I have about 2 whole deer crammed in there.
I couldn't be happier with this Freezer! I am disabled have dealt with chronic pain constantly since a child. Because of this condition I am always looking for ice packs to help ease the pain. When you are in my situation and this has been going on for decades you find yourself at the mercy of others to help you with many of your daily duties. Pain has no schedule and comes when you least expect it. My issue is when the pain comes on in the middle of the night that I would find it hard to ask someone to grab me an ice pack from the freezer downstairs. I never wanted to be a bother and would then just deal with the pain.
Now since my daughter convinced me that a bit more independence would be good for my soul, we searched and found this Whynter CUF-210SS Energy Star Upright Freezer. Now I was sceptical of the high ratings since I was raised on "if its too good to be true, it usually is".
I ordered it anyway... Best decision ever!
I now have a freezer that sits in my room just a few feet away and it is QUIET as can be. I had to check it a few times to make sure it was on...and yes it was! Large inside too. It holds my 3 ice packs almost perfectly. The ice pack size I use is..(8"x15"). It curls up on the edges a little but I am greatful it fits like it does. I recommend if you use it for this purpose, keep the ice pack as flat as can be on the very bottom shelf and it will freeze the fastest. I tend to rotate mine as I use them putting the already firm one from the bottom to the middle shelf and placing the used one on the very bottom. Having this indepence to care for myself in this way is so liberating. As much as my family wants to care for me, I am able to do this for myself.
I love this item and would recommend it to all who need ice packs at a moments notice.
PS. It holds a large box of Popsicles too..and I still have a whole shelf not even used yet.
I've had this freezer for just over 24 hours. UPS delivered it rightside up and my driver, who I trust, said it was rightside up all day in the truck. Still, I left it about 18 hours before plugging it in at 6 per the manual. I put an ice cube tray in and in just less than 2 hours the tray was frozen. I only checked once so not sure how long it took.
I have this freezer sitting on hardwood floor under a table made from a door on sawhorses. Good airspace all around. There has been no discernible noise.
I bought this freezer to handle extra frozen fruit and veg from summer garden overflow and sale purchases, plus living in Northwest Montana and liking to keep extra stock of meat, etc. over winter - this was a great first step for me for additional freezer capacity (small house: 1 human, 1 dog, 1 cat). I have 2 Whynter A/C units that I've been very happy with so stuck to brand.
Packaging was very good with a box outside the Whynter box. Some gouging in outside box but inside box intact and unit was free of dings, etc., i.e. in perfect condition. I did destroy both boxes to get the freezer out but that was my choice and because I was working on my own. With 2 people you could extract the freezer and have the boxes for return if necessary.
So far, I am very happy.
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