FED-X XCB-72 4-Drawer Chef Base Chiller 450L | 1838mm Wide

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The FED-X 1838mm Commercial Chef Base Refrigerated Drawer Bench (XCB-72) is a heavy-duty, low-profile under-counter refrigerated equipment platform engineered specifically for Australian commercial cooklines, steakhouses, burger restaurants, hotel kitchens, and high-volume catering venues. Measuring 1838 mm Wide x 816 mm Deep x 658 mm High with an expansive 450-litre gross capacity (385L net), this reinforced stainless steel refrigerated base is purpose-built to support heavy countertop cooking equipment—such as Gasmax griddles, charbroilers, fryers, and cooktops—while holding chilled burger patties, steaks, seafood, and poultry directly beneath the heat line between -1°C and +5°C.

Why operators choose the FED-X XCB-72:

• Reinforced marine-edge equipment deck — heavy-gauge stainless steel top with an integrated perimeter marine/raised edge contains spills and securely supports heavy countertop appliances like Gasmax cooking suites, eliminating redundant kitchen footprints.

• Streamlined point-of-cook efficiency — four heavy-duty refrigerated drawers position raw proteins and sensitive ingredients directly beneath the cook surface, slashing chef footsteps, speeding up ticket turnaround times, and preventing cross-contamination.

• Premium Austrian Fulterer heavy-duty drawer runners — fitted with world-renowned Fulterer telescopic drawer slides engineered for smooth glide action, effortless extension, and outstanding durability under constant commercial kitchen use.

• Gastronorm pan compatibility — four spacious refrigerated drawers accommodate standard 100mm deep commercial GN pans (sold separately), allowing flexible pan configurations for high-density portion control.

• Tropicalised for harsh Australian environments — built with high-velocity fan-forced evaporator cooling and rapid temperature recovery, certified 4M1 food-safe to hold consistent temperatures between -1°C and +5°C in demanding 32°C ambient room conditions with 65% relative humidity.

• Energy-efficient commercial build — 2 Star GEMS energy rating consuming 5.132 kWh/24h, backed by high-density HFC- and CFC-free cyclopentane foam insulation and tight-sealing removable magnetic drawer gaskets.

• Superior hygiene and sanitisation — high-grade food-safe stainless steel interior and exterior with coved internal corners to prevent food trap accumulation, alongside tool-free removable drawer seals for fast end-of-shift washdowns.

• Heavy-duty mobility & kitchen stability — pre-fitted with robust commercial swivel castors featuring front-wheel brakes for easy roll-out kitchen cleaning and solid locking stability during service.

• Standard 10A plug-and-play installation — efficient 660W power consumption running on standard Australian single-phase 240V power with a standard 10 Amp wall plug supplied.

Technical Specifications

Operating & Service Notice

This refrigerated chef base is designed to hold pre-chilled food products between -1°C and +5°C; all raw proteins and ingredients must be pre-chilled before loading into the drawer pans. Gastronorm pans are required to hold food in the drawers (available separately). When mounting benchtop cooking appliances on the top deck, ensure adequate clearance or thermal insulation is maintained according to the appliance manufacturer's cookline guidelines to prevent excessive downward radiant heat transfer into the refrigerated cavity. Routinely inspect and brush the condenser coils and wipe clean the removable magnetic drawer gaskets to protect refrigeration efficiency and warranty coverage.

Freight & Delivery Notice

Standard commercial freight delivery is available across Australia. Due to the wide 1838mm profile and 125kg commercial shipping weight of this chef base, please contact our friendly commercial sales team for a custom freight quote if delivery is required for a residential or non-commercial address.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the primary advantage of installing a chef base like the FED-X XCB-72?

A refrigerated chef base serves as a structural foundation for commercial countertop cooktops, griddles, or fryers while providing bulk cold storage directly underneath. This eliminates the need for chefs to walk to walk-in cool rooms or separate upright refrigerators during high-volume rushes, significantly improving ticket speed, kitchen ergonomics, and food safety.

What cooking equipment can be placed on top of this chef base?

The reinforced stainless steel top deck with raised perimeter marine edges is engineered to support heavy commercial countertop equipment, making it an ideal companion for Gasmax flat plate griddles, radiant charbroilers, gas open-burner tops, and countertop electric fryers.

Are gastronorm pans included with the drawers?

No. Gastronorm food pans are sold separately to allow venues to select their preferred pan sizing layout (such as 1/1 GN or fractional combinations). Standard 100mm deep stainless steel GN pans fit directly into the drawer framework. Please contact our sales team to add matching pans to your order.

Why are Austrian Fulterer drawer runners specified on this unit?

Austrian Fulterer runners are regarded as the gold standard in heavy-duty commercial drawer hardware. They provide ultra-smooth glide performance, high weight-bearing capacity, and exceptional resistance to sagging, even when drawers are loaded to maximum capacity with dense meats and opened hundreds of times per service.

What electrical outlet is required?

The FED-X XCB-72 draws 660W on standard 240V single-phase power and comes factory-fitted with a standard Australian 10 Amp single-phase plug, enabling direct plug-and-play installation beneath your cookline without requiring specialised electrical circuit upgrades.

N.B Images are for illustrative purposes only. Specifications are subject to change without notice.