Hoshizaki CR72B-L 72" Stainless Steel Low-Profile Chef Base Refrigerator - Left Side Condenser

Product overview

The Hoshizaki CR72B-L places 15.69 cu. ft. of refrigerated ingredient storage beneath a 72.5-inch cooking-equipment platform. Its 4 drawers keep pans close to the cooking line, while the condenser sits on the left when viewed from the front.

The 16-gauge stainless steel top supports up to 1500 lb of cooking equipment in total. An integral ceramic heat shield, raised front and rear marine edges, and side drip edges form the equipment platform. Maintain the required heating-element clearance and top-temperature limit when selecting equipment for the base.

• ▤ 15.69 cu. ft. AHAM capacity: 4 refrigerated pan drawers.
• ▤ 1500 lb top-load limit: Total cooking-equipment load; observe heat clearances.
• ϟ 115V connection: NEMA 5-15P plug and 10-foot cord.

Specifications

Pan storage and drawer use

Each drawer accepts two full-size 12 × 20 × 6-inch pans, for eight full-size pans across the four drawers. Pans are supplied separately. Half-, third- and sixth-size pans can be used with optional adapter bars; match the bars to the intended layout.

Open only one drawer at a time and avoid overloading. Lock every caster after positioning, and secure the cabinet against overturning where required. Finger cut-outs help lift pans from the drawer frames.

Cooking-equipment installation

Keep the combined cooking-equipment weight within the 1500 lb top-load limit. Leave at least 4 inches between the bottom of the cooking-equipment heating element and the base top, and keep the top at or below 180°F. The installation manual recommends an additional heat shield supplied by others. Follow the cooking equipment’s own installation requirements.

Install indoors on a firm, level floor. Retain the factory rear bumper and keep ventilation openings unobstructed. Do not position the base beside other high-heat equipment. The front-breathing design allows side-by-side placement with 0-inch side clearance; preserve access for cleaning and service.

Provide an independent, properly grounded 115V circuit and a matching NEMA 5-15P receptacle. Do not use an extension cord. If GFCI protection is required, use a GFCI breaker rather than a GFCI receptacle. Have a qualified installer check the delivered-unit nameplate and equipment-stand manual, including R290 room-size and ignition-source requirements.

Minimum room floor area: 4.2 m² (45.3 sq. ft.). Verify the delivered-unit nameplate and installation requirements.

Cleaning and maintenance

Move food into another refrigerator, turn the base off and unplug it before cleaning. Disconnect cooking equipment on top and allow it to cool. Use a soft cloth and neutral cleaner on stainless steel, then wipe dry. Clean drawer gaskets regularly with mild soap and warm water. Do not spray water into the cabinet or use steel wool, abrasive products or chlorine bleach.

Inspect the air filter every two weeks and wash it with warm water and neutral cleaner when dirty. Inspect the condenser twice a year and clean it with a brush or vacuum as needed. Keep drawer slides free of food; they do not require lubrication. Support both ends of an emptied drawer during removal and close its safety clips and stop levers after refitting.

Compare Steelheart refrigerated chef bases

Select the width, drawer layout and condenser side for the cooking line. The -L versions place the condenser on the left; standard versions place it on the right, viewed from the front. Models are sold separately. Check each model’s top-load limit and pan arrangement before ordering.

Product documents

• CR72B-L specification sheet
• Equipment-stand installation, operation and care manual
• Parts manual
• Complete limited warranty terms