Contender 485L Chest Freezer – Lockable Stainless Steel Lid – Secure, High-Capacity Storage

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Conquer the Cold with the Contender 485L Stainless Steel Lid Chest Freezer

Step into the world of reliability and strength with the Contender 485L Stainless Steel Lid Chest Freezer—your ultimate partner in keeping your frozen goods secure, fresh, and ready for action. Engineered for professional kitchens that demand precision and efficiency, this freezer rises to the challenge, empowering you to store more, waste less, and operate with confidence.

Key Features:

  • Lockable Stainless-Steel Lid: Crafted with durable, spring-assisted hinges for smooth access, this lid stands as a protector of your stock, ensuring safety and resilience even in the most demanding environments. Its lockable design gives you the peace of mind that your goods are secure.
  • Precise Temperature Control: Command the perfect freezing conditions with an adjustable temperature range from -18°C to -22°C. No matter your needs, this freezer delivers exact control to keep everything at its optimal temperature.
  • Robust Ergonomic Handle: Built for strength, the handle ensures durability and ease of use, designed to withstand heavy-duty demands while maintaining comfort and control.
  • Generous Storage Capacity: With 485L of internal space, this chest freezer becomes your hero in high-volume kitchens, offering ample room to store more and reduce waste—keeping your business running smoothly.
  • Advanced Storage Solutions: Includes 2 x FREE internal baskets and a removable separator, giving you the power to organize your stock and access your goods with ease. No more digging through frozen items—everything has its place.
  • Internal Lighting: Shed light on your stock with bright, efficient internal lighting, ensuring easy visibility even in low-light conditions. Quickly find what you need without fumbling in the dark.
  • Premium Insulation & Easy Clean Interior: Crafted with high-quality insulation and a tough aluminium interior, this freezer keeps your goods at the right temperature and makes cleaning effortless. The rugged design ensures years of reliable performance.
  • Easy Drainage: A built-in drain plug makes defrosting and cleaning a breeze, allowing you to maintain your freezer’s performance with minimal effort.

External Dimensions: W 1555mm x D 720mm x H 845mm
Internal Dimensions: W 1430mm x D 510mm x H 710mm

Heroic Performance for Your Kitchen
Whether you’re storing ingredients, meals, or supplies, the Contender 485L Stainless Steel Lid Chest Freezer rises to meet the demands of your kitchen. With unmatched durability, security, and efficiency, it’s the perfect companion for any professional setting were performance matters most.

  • Includes 2x FREE storage baskets
  • Fast freeze compartment included
  • Lockable stainless steel lid
  • Reliable insulation material
  • Commercial chest freezer capacity: 485L gross, 426L net
  • Spring assisted lid hinges
  • Cool white exterior finish
  • Adjustable thermostat
  • Temperature range: -18 to -22°C
  • Temperature warning lamp
  • Fast freeze switch
  • Fast freeze lamp
  • Internal lighting
  • 13 Amp UK Mains Plug
  • Energy consumption: 0.99 kWh
  • Power output: 70W
  • Climate class: T
  • R600a refrigerant
  • Voltage: 220V to 240V
  • Weight: 83kg
  • External Dimensions: W 1555mm x D 720mm x H 845mm
  • Internal Dimensions: W 1430mm x D 510mm x H 710mm
  • Packaging Dimensions: W 1605mm x D 745mm x H 890mm
  • 1 year parts and labour warranty
External Width1555.0 mm
External Depth720.0 mm
External Height845.0 mm
Weight83.0 kg
Wattage70
Power Output70W
Warranty1 Year Parts and Labour Warranty
Capacity485.0 L
Electric Supply13A UK Plug
Temperature Range-18 to -22°C

Next working day delivery if you order within ::

Regular price £571.19 incl. VAT
£475.99 excl. VAT
15% OFF Black Friday Month price with code NOVEMBER15 £485.51 incl. VAT £404.59 excl. VATEnds 30 November at 11.59pm. Exclusions apply Apply code NOVEMBER15

2-person delivery, next working day from £14.99

To your room of choice, and we take the packaging away.

Deliveries to remote locations may cost more. Exact cost is calculated at checkout.

1-Year Warranty Included

Parts and labour cover, backed directly by us as the manufacturer. Add Loxa Protection below for accidental damage cover and an extended warranty.

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Delivery

How your order arrives depends on what's in your basket. You'll see the exact delivery cost and options at checkout once you enter your postcode. All prices below are ex VAT.

Parcel delivery

Free next working day delivery on orders over £100 to most UK mainland addresses. Under £100, it's £10 for next working day or £8.50 for 2-3 working days.

2-person delivery

Larger items are delivered by a 2-person team to your room of choice, and they take the packaging away. Next working day to most of England and Wales, from £14.99.

3-person delivery

Our heaviest items are delivered by a 3-person team, Monday to Friday, within 3 working days, from £39.99.

Scotland and remote areas

Delivery to Scotland may take longer and cost more. Next working day and room of choice delivery aren't available in Northern Ireland, the Channel Islands, the Isle of Man, the Isle of Wight, the Isles of Scilly and parts of the Highlands and Islands. Items there usually arrive kerbside on a pallet within 2-3 working days.

Delivery cut off times

Order and pay in full before 5pm Monday to Thursday for next working day delivery. Orders placed after 5pm on Thursday and before 5pm on Friday are delivered on Monday. Deliveries usually take place between 8am and 6pm, Monday to Friday.

Click & Collect

Collect from our warehouse in Murton (SR7 9DR), Monday to Friday, 8am to 5pm. Choose Click & Collect at checkout and let us know before you visit.

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See our delivery information page for full details on charges, timescales, surcharges and tracking.

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When a much loved part of your kitchen breaks down or you need a fast upgrade, our help is always on hand. If you’re willing to travel to our warehouse based in Seaham, we’re on hand to help with the same day collection of your new equipment.

Simply select Click & Collect at checkout and give us a call when you arrive, we’ll take care of the rest.

Returns

Returns
At ECatering, we understand that in a busy kitchen, plans can change or the wrong equipment might be ordered.

If you need to return an item, you can submit a return request through your ECatering account on the Returns page, and our team will guide you every step of the way.

Collections
For larger pallet items, we can arrange collection from your premises. The cost will be deducted from your refund.

For smaller parcel items, you’re welcome to return them using your preferred courier service.

Condition of Returns
To qualify for a full refund, products should be as-new and in their original packaging, ready to be safely used in another professional kitchen.

Restocking Fees
All returned equipment is carefully inspected and tested to ensure it meets the high standards required in commercial kitchens.

To cover inspection, testing, and repackaging, a restocking fee applies:
• 25% for standard returns
• 40% if the item cannot be returned to stock in saleable condition

Non-Returnable Items
Some products cannot be returned, including:
• Used or customised items
• Perishable goods
• Items purchased as part of a promotion (we’ll provide a store credit instead)

We know returns aren’t always ideal, so if you’re unsure about which equipment best suits your kitchen, our team is always happy to advise before you order.

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Contender 485L Chest Freezer – Lockable Stainless Steel Lid – Secure, High-Capacity Storage

Regular price £571.19 incl. VAT
£475.99 excl. VAT
Pay in instalments with Iwoca

Pay in instalments with Iwoca

Product spotlight

Durable & Lockable Stainless Steel Lid

Durable & Lockable Stainless Steel Lid

The chest freezer is equipped with a robust, lockable stainless steel lid with spring-assisted hinges, ensuring ease of use and protection for your frozen goods while preventing strain or damage.

Advanced Storage & Organisation:

Includes 2 internal baskets and a removable separator for flexible storage solutions, making the most of the 426L interior space. Internal lighting provides visibility, and the premium insulation ensures energy efficiency.

Advanced Storage & Organisation:
Precise Temperature Control & Easy Maintenance

Precise Temperature Control & Easy Maintenance

The fully adjustable temperature controller allows for precise temperature settings between -18°C and -22°C, while the easy-to-clean aluminum interior and drainage plug simplify maintenance.