Description
The Polar GP296-A is a countertop display fridge that merchandises chilled food and drinks at eye level on a bench or counter, built for café counters and similar professional venues. It carries a 0°C to 12°C operating band, a 1529 × 292 × 420 mm footprint, stainless steel & glass construction. Stainless steel construction provides high durability.
Why operators choose it
- Stainless steel construction provides high durability
- Strong, easy-clean stainless steel and glass construction
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Static cooling — no noisy fans
- Attractive curved front glass and energy-saving LED lighting
- Manual defrost
- User-friendly digital controls
- Fits 6x 40mm 1/3GN pans (sold separately)
- Sturdy feet allows easy positioning
Specifications
| Brand |
Polar |
| Model / MPN |
GP296-A |
| SKU |
GP296-A |
| Type |
Countertop Display Fridge |
| Dimensions (W×H×D) |
1529 × 292 × 420 mm |
| Temperature Range |
0°C to 12°C |
| Voltage |
220-240V |
| Refrigerant |
R600a / GWP 3 |
| Material |
Stainless Steel & Glass |
| Warranty |
2 Years Parts & Labour |
| Net weight |
39.7kg |
| Shipping weight |
170 kg |
Which venues it suits
It fits café counters, bakery and deli service points, convenience stores and takeaway front-of-house, where impulse purchases are made at the till. It is not bulk storage — pair it with an upright or under-bench cabinet and restock the display through the day.
Compare the rest of our countertop display fridges for other sizes and configurations, or browse the full Polar range.
Installation & delivery
It runs on a 220-240V supply, so it plugs into a standard outlet with no licensed electrical work required. Leave clearance around the condenser for airflow. We dispatch from our Sydney warehouse and partner sites Australia-wide. Shipping weight is 170 kg. Warranty is 2 years — see our warranty and service requests page.
Frequently asked questions
What are the dimensions of the GP296-A?
1529 mm wide × 292 mm high × 420 mm deep. Measure your opening against the width and depth before ordering.
What temperature range does it hold?
0°C to 12°C, set and shown on the unit's own controls.
What power supply does it need?
220-240V. It runs from a standard outlet — no licensed electrical work is required.
Which refrigerant does it use?
R600a / GWP 3 — a low global-warming-potential hydrocarbon refrigerant.
What is it made from?
Stainless Steel & Glass.
What warranty comes with the GP296-A?
24 months. Full terms and how to lodge a claim are on our warranty and service requests page.
Is documentation available?
Yes — 3 supplier documents are attached to this page for download, covering setup, operation and parts.
What is the shipping weight?
170 kg. Freight is charged on this figure, which is the greater of the actual and volumetric weight for this item.