ChefsFirst Commercial 2-Door Undercounter Refrigerator 48" RU2

The ChefsFirst® RU2 is a 48" two-door undercounter refrigerator for restaurants, bars and prep stations that need cold storage close to where the work happens. It holds 11.1 cu. ft. behind two self-closing solid swing doors. The cabinet is 48" wide, 30-3/8" deep and 38-3/8" high. A back-mounted 1/6 HP compressor runs on R290 hydrocarbon refrigerant. The exterior is stainless steel, the interior is painted aluminum, and the unit rolls on 5" locking casters.

Key features

• 11.1 cu. ft. of storage in a 48" wide, two-door cabinet
• Two self-closing solid swing doors
• Back-mounted 1/6 HP compressor
• R290 hydrocarbon refrigerant
• Stainless steel exterior with a painted aluminum interior
• Two epoxy-coated shelves, each rated for 85 lb
• LED interior lighting
• 5" casters with locks

ChefsFirst RU2 specifications

Brand	ChefsFirst
Model number	RU2
Product type	Undercounter refrigerator
Doors	2 solid swing doors, self-closing
Capacity	11.1 cu. ft.
Exterior width	48"
Exterior depth	30-3/8"
Exterior height (overall)	38-3/8"
Interior width	43"
Interior depth	23-3/8"
Interior height	26-5/8"
Refrigerant	R290
Compressor	1/6 HP, back-mounted
Shelves	2, epoxy-coated, 85 lb capacity each
Exterior material	Stainless steel
Interior material	Painted aluminum
Lighting	LED interior lighting
Casters	5", locking

Frequently asked questions

Will the ChefsFirst RU2 fit through a standard doorway?

Yes. At 30-3/8" deep it fits through a standard 36" doorway, and at 38-3/8" high it is well under an 80" door opening, so it can roll through upright.

Will the RU2 fit under a standard 36" countertop?

No. The RU2 is 38-3/8" high overall, which is taller than a standard 36" counter. Plan for it to stand on its own, or under a counter with more clearance than that. Because the compressor is at the back, leave open space behind the unit for airflow.

Is the RU2 a refrigerator or a freezer?

The RU2 is a refrigerator, for chilled storage only. If you need frozen storage in the same 48" two-door size, look at the ChefsFirst FU2 undercounter freezer.

How much does the RU2 hold?

The RU2 holds 11.1 cu. ft. The interior is 43" wide, 23-3/8" deep and 26-5/8" high, with two epoxy-coated shelves rated for 85 lb each.

What refrigerant and compressor does the RU2 use?

The RU2 uses a 1/6 HP back-mounted compressor running on R290, a natural hydrocarbon refrigerant with very low global warming potential. Commercial refrigeration is moving to R290 to meet current environmental rules.

How does the RU2 differ from the ChefsFirst RU1 and FU2?

The RU2 is the 48" two-door refrigerator. The RU1 is a narrower 29" one-door undercounter refrigerator for tighter spaces. The FU2 is the 48" two-door undercounter freezer.

Can the RU2 be moved for cleaning?

Yes. The RU2 sits on 5" casters, so you can roll it out to clean behind and under it, then lock the casters to hold it in place.

Who makes ChefsFirst?

ChefsFirst is East Bay Restaurant Supply's own brand of commercial kitchen equipment. East Bay Restaurant Supply has stores in Oakland and Sacramento, California, and can be reached at (510) 465-4300.

How is it delivered?

It ships on a pallet by freight truck. A lift gate fee applies to large items like this one if you don't have a loading dock and is calculated at checkout.