Oasis Montana Inc.
Renewable Energy Supply and Design
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DC Solar Refrigerators and Freezers

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SUNDANZER (formerly Solus) chest-style DC refrigerators and freezers offer low maintenance and highly efficient operation.  A super quiet compressor and fan make these nearly silent. You can save on system costs with Sundanzer battery-powered units; these have low energy consumption and require a smaller PV system for your refrigeration and freezer needs.  These units feature 4.33" (11 cm) of polyurethane insulation and are finished in coated steel cabinets.  The brushless DC motor compressor operates on 12 or 24 VDC.  A patented low-frost system in the freezer units reduces frost build-up for low maintenance. They are easy to clean using the drain hole at the bottom.

BFR105     BFR105 - interior This design has been awarded NASA’s Commercial Invention of the Year

************************************************** Introducing the BFR105, a battery-free, 3.7 cu. ft. capacity chest refrigerator with built-in thermal storage packs. This refrigerator maintains cold temperatures for 4-5 days without the need for a battery! It contains a built-in ice bank that freezes when the sun shines. It acts like a battery, but will never wear out. It cannot be damaged by overcharging or undercharging like a normal lead acid battery. The higher initial cost replaces what you’d spend on your first battery and charge controller. After that, there is no scheduled maintenance for the life of the refrigerator other than normal cleaning. The BFR105 is ideal for the customer who does not want the hassle of battery maintenance and replacement. The wiring is very simple, as well. Just connect the PV directly to the Fridge with the included MC4 connectors and it’s done. It doesn’t even require a charge controller! The refrigerator does tend to run cold inside, especially in sunny weather, and can freeze items located in the bottom. This can be an advantage if the user wants very cold drinks and even the ability to make ice. A basket is provided to protect freeze sensitive products, such as lettuce. Because products can freeze the basket is necessary to protect any freeze sensitive products. Price:  $1450  (Please note, the BFR105 is back ordered until autumn, 2013.) BRF105K is the same product but comes with  an effective turnkey kit with recommended PV modules and mounting hardware. This makes installation and set-up quick and easy. The kit contains everything except the pole and is shipped on the same pallet as the refrigerator. Price:  $1950

DCR165 / DCF165 Click for larger view.             DCR225 / DCF225 Click for larger view.

For areas with less than four full sun-hours per day, we offer battery-powered units that can run off of 12 or 24VDC (and on a single 75W module in most climates!)  These high efficiency refrigerators and freezers have exceptionally low energy and consumption, requiring smaller, less expensive power systems and low operating expense. High quality construction provides excellent reliability and long life. Super-insulated cabinets feature 11cm of polyurethane insulation with a powdered-coated galvanized steel exterior and an aluminum interior. A zero-maintenance, brushless, thermostatically controlled DC compressor operates on 12 or 24 VDC. A patented low-frost system reduces frost and moisture build-up for low maintenance. These chest-style refrigerators and freezers are easy to clean using the drain hole at the bottom of the unit. Low energy consumption is the key that allows SunDanzer refrigerators and freezers to be cost effectively powered from solar, wind, fuel cells or batteries. This technology allows refrigeration in remote locations where it was previously unavailable or prohibitively expensive. You can also get an AC conversion on your Sundanzer (for $125)done at the factory, that allows operation off AC power; you can still operate it as needed off DC, but once the conversion is done, its primary power source will be AC. All of these units are manufactured by Electrolux, one of the world's leading manufacturers of quality refrigerators and freezers. NOTE: Appliances are not stocked locally and ship from our suppliers located back east. Click DCR165/DCF165 / DCR225/DCF225 to view the inside dimensions. Price:  $1189

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Notes on test results (above) and energy consumption:  refrigerator and freezer performance and energy requirements vary with the ambient (external) temperature, internal temperature (thermostat set-point) and appliance usage (opening and closing the door).  Standard performance test data assume an average internal temperature of 38°F (3.3°C) for the refrigerator and 10°F (-12.2°C) for the freezer (this represents the middle thermostat set-point).  During the test, there is no cold or frozen food inside, and no door openings.  In practice, the 90°F (32°C) load rating for a  refrigerator or freezer approximates real-life usage with an ambient temperature of about 75°F  (24°C).  Initial warm-start operation, commercial use, more frequent daily usage or large quantities of warm (room temperature) food will also increase energy consumption.  Photovoltaic arrays and batteries must be sized accordingly.

WHAT TRUCK FREIGHT ENTAILS:   The best rate for truck freight shipping is to have you pick it up at the local freight terminal or commercial drop point.  A residential delivery is usually $40 to $45 more than a business delivery, and, a lift gate (which drops the goods off at ground level), is another $80 to $100 in additional fees.  Inside delivery is an additional cost on top of that.

Know someone with a truck? Can you have a dolly or hand cart on hand?  If you can mobilize a couple of strong bodies, you might be able to save $40 to as much as $120 or so on your freight costs.

Call for your freight on any of our truck freight items.

Note:  the above refrigerators and freezers are shipped on a pallet surrounded by heavy, double-corrugated cardboard.  For export shipments, add $50 for additional export crating.

NOTE ABOUT RECEIVING TRUCK FREIGHT ITEMS:  Do not sign for anything until you have inspected your unit. You have spent good money on this, and it was shipped in good condition.  If you don't inspect it, and open the unit at home and find 'hidden damage', there is no recourse for a truck freight claim. All claims for damage MUST be made at the time of receipt of the unit!  Note any damage on the bill of lading before signing off--it's a relatively easy process to get a new unit or replacement parts if you do so.  But not if you don't inspect it!  Also, don't refuse an obviously damaged unit.  You will still be charged for it, as we will also be by our suppliers.  Freight damage is very rare (FORTUNATELY!), but proper documentation and reporting of any damage will expedite the claims process.