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(Quick Ship) Hoshizaki CR98A Steelheart Undercounter & Worktop Refrigeration - Scratch & DentHoshizaki Steelheart CR98A 98" Low Profile Refrigerated Chef Base Two section (4) stainless drawers 24. 75 cu. ft. storage Built for the heat of the line, the Steelheart CR98A combines a rock solid 2,000 lb rated equipment stand with high performance refrigeration. Slide your charbroiler, griddle, or range on top and keep up to twelve full size 6" pans of ingredients cold and within reachno more wasted steps or compromised food safety. Why youll love
Hoshizaki Steelheart CR98A 98" Low-Profile Refrigerated Chef Base
Two-section • (4) stainless drawers • 24.75 cu.ft. storageBuilt for the heat of the line, the Steelheart CR98A combines a rock-solid 2,000-lb rated equipment stand with high-performance refrigeration. Slide your charbroiler, griddle, or range on top and keep up to twelve full-size 6" pans of ingredients cold and within reach—no more wasted steps or compromised food safety.
Why you’ll love it
- 16 ga. stainless work top with marine & drip edges plus an integrated ceramic heat shield that deflects cooking-surface heat.
- 4 heavy-duty drawers (3 × 12" × 20" × 6" pans each) with finger cut-outs, 250-lb tested slides and snap-in magnetic gaskets.
- Solid-state digital controller with high/low temp alarms and easy-read LED display (°F/°C selectable).
- Front-breathing, side-mounted refrigeration—zero rear clearance and fast recovery in 100 °F kitchens.
- Earth-friendly R290 hydrocarbon refrigerant and energy-saving hot-gas condensate evaporation (only 3.69 kWh/day).
- 8 locking 4" platform casters roll smoothly and lock securely for cleaning or re-layout.
- cETLus & ETL-Sanitation listed for electrical safety and NSF-7 performance.
At-a-glance specs
| Manufacturer / Model | Hoshizaki Steelheart CR98A |
|---|---|
| Storage capacity | 24.75 cu.ft. (22.2 cu.ft. AHAM) |
| Sections / Drawers | 2 sections / 4 drawers |
| Pan capacity | 12 × full-size 12" × 20" × 6" pans (3 per drawer) Pans not included |
| Top load rating | 2,000 lb |
| Exterior dimensions | 98" W × 33.25" D × 27" H (to work surface: 26") |
| Depth with drawers open | 55.75" |
| Refrigeration | 1/5 HP, self-contained, R290 |
| Temp range / set-point | 32 °– 52 °F (0 °– 11 °C) |
| Electrical | 115 V / 60 Hz / 1-ph, 3.0 A, 10 ft cord, NEMA 5-15P |
| Energy use | 3.69 kWh per day (NSF) |
| Shipping weight | 639 lb |
| Certifications | cETLus, ETL-Sanitation, Prop-65 |
Engineered for relentless kitchen duty
- All-stainless interior & exterior—including drawer frames—for maximum corrosion resistance.
- 2" CFC-free foamed-in-place insulation locks in cold and reduces energy draw.
- E-coated evaporator coil extends service life in high-humidity environments.
- Removable stainless end panel and front-breathing design speed up routine maintenance.
Installation clearance:
• Maintain 4" between the bottom of your cooking equipment’s heating element and the chef-base top (max 180 °F surface).
• 1" side clearance required; rear bumpers supplied for correct airflow.
• If a GFCI outlet is required, use a breaker-style GFCI, not a receptacle.
• Maintain 4" between the bottom of your cooking equipment’s heating element and the chef-base top (max 180 °F surface).
• 1" side clearance required; rear bumpers supplied for correct airflow.
• If a GFCI outlet is required, use a breaker-style GFCI, not a receptacle.
Need help sizing a chef base or adding divider bars? Chat with our equipment specialists.
**Please note this item is Scratch & Dent — Open-box/returned item. Fully tested, all parts included, repackaged for resale. Final sale. Limited warranty.**
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★★★★★ 3
Mounting system doesn’t align on one of three shelves.
Color: Walnut, Size: 3 Pack
Nice shelves. Install was super easy except on one of the three shelves. The main mounting shelf holes were off so the shelf will not slip onto horizontal mounting poles unless I modify the shelf. So a 20 minute job becomes a two hour job.
The mounting system does appear very sturdy just not aligned.
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Reviewed in the United States on January 4, 2026
★★★★★ 5
Great quality
Color: Rustic Brwon, Size: 16in
Hassle but they work great. I love the color, the thickness and quality. They do have some weight but in my opinion, I prefer that. Right now the four shelves are holding up my WiFi routers and remotes. Will buy again
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Reviewed in the United States on May 4, 2026
★★★★★ 5
Good quality shelves
Color: Walnut, Size: 24in, Color: Walnut, Size: 24in
These shelves are gorgeous in person. Yes, they're darker than the listing pics, but I actually prefer it. The grain is beautiful, they came well-packed, and mounting them was no trouble at all. Now I've got display space that feels both stylish and practical. Definitely worth it!
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Reviewed in the United States on February 9, 2026
★★★★★ 5
AWESOME
Color: Rustic Brwon, Size: 16in
EASY INSTALL, I WILL BUY MANY MORE
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Reviewed in the United States on May 7, 2026
★★★★★ 5
Easy to install, very tough!
Color: White, Size: 16in, Color: White, Size: 16in
Seriously, scoring these shelf stands for $30 feels like an absolute steal! Four chunky wood boards with metal T-brackets that actually feel substantial - way sturdier than those flimsy IKEA ones I used to have. My old cheapo stands warped after half a year, but these hold up like a champ - I've got like 15 heavy textbooks stacked on them right now.
Love the little details too: rounded edges so you won't scrape your hands, and rubber grip strips on the bottom. They look legit fancy in my living room as bookshelves and even class up my kitchen herb garden. My friend thought they were some high-end designer furniture! Honestly, the craftsmanship at this price puts my old $60 wooden shelves to shame. Already told my DIY group chat about these - trust me, you can't go wrong!
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Reviewed in the United States on March 13, 2025