Liebherr BRFvg 5501 Bakery Fridge, forced-air cooling, 361 l

In the bakery, every minute counts: when, early in the morning, one tray of dough pieces after another is taken out of the cold room and replaced with a new one, the temperature inside must not change noticeably, otherwise the quality of the produce will suffer. The Liebherr BRFvg 5501 is a bakery refrigerator designed specifically for this process: with a net capacity of 361 litres, it offers ample space for daily requirements, and its L-shaped support rails accommodate standard baking trays directly, without the need for additional racks or adapters.

Circulating air cooling for consistent temperatures

The dynamic cooling system ensures even air distribution within the refrigeration compartment, so that dough pieces, creams or other temperature-sensitive ingredients are cooled uniformly wherever they are placed inside. The temperature setting range is from +1 °C to +15 °C, and defrosting takes place automatically. The temperature is displayed digitally on the outside; in the event of a fault, the appliance issues a visual and audible warning, so that any deviations are noticed immediately before produce spoils. Operation is permitted at ambient temperatures of +10 °C to 40 °C, as is quite common in a warm bakery near the oven.

Suitable for standard baking trays

The L-shaped chrome-nickel steel support rails (material 1.4301 / AISI 304) are designed for a cross-insertion size of 600 x 400 mm and can bear loads of up to 60 kg. This allows baking trays to be inserted and removed directly without the need for repacking, which significantly speeds up the process of swapping between trays that are ready for baking and those that have already been baked during day-to-day operations. In addition to the support rails, a further storage area is available in the refrigeration compartment. When the door is fully open, the appliance is 79.2 cm wide, which leaves sufficient space for baking trolleys or carts even in confined bakery layouts.

Robust construction for continuous operation

The housing and door are made of steel, whilst the inner chamber is made of white plastic and is easy to clean – an important factor in daily baking operations where flour and dough residues are common. The aluminium handle with a mechanical lock secures the contents; the door opens to the right but is reversible, allowing the fridge to be adapted to the specific layout of the room. Two fixed feet ensure a secure footing.

Tried-and-tested technology from Liebherr

The BRFvg 5501 is manufactured at Liebherr’s Austrian plant in Lienz, where it succeeds the tried-and-tested BKv 5040 model. Anyone who has already gained experience with older Liebherr bakery refrigerators will find that the BRFvg 5501 continues the same focus on day-to-day bakery operations, now featuring forced-air cooling, digital temperature monitoring and an optional network connection that can be retrofitted. Its classification as a ‘Performance’ model demonstrates that Liebherr is positioning the BRFvg 5501 in the premium segment of its own bakery refrigerators, rather than as an entry-level model.

Connection and networking

The BRFvg 5501 operates at 220–240 V with a rated current of 2.0 A and 50 Hz; the 3,000 mm-long power cable is sufficient for most installation scenarios. Via a retrofittable Wi-Fi/LAN interface, the unit can be integrated into an existing business network if required, for example to monitor temperature trends centrally. Energy consumption stands at 1.213 kWh over 24 hours or 443 kWh per year – a figure that can be easily factored into a bakery’s cost calculations.

Hygiene and cleaning at a glance

The white plastic inner container and the smooth steel surfaces of the housing and door can be wiped down with a damp cloth with minimal effort – a daily necessity in a bakery where flour dust, icing or fats from the confectionery section are common. As the chrome-nickel steel support rails are permanently fitted inside the unit, the area to be cleaned remains clearly defined and there is no need to remove and reinsert any loose shelves individually.

Typical areas of use

The BRFvg 5501 really comes into its own wherever baking trays are constantly being slid in and out as part of day-to-day operations and the temperature needs to remain stable:

• Bakeries and patisseries: chilled storage of dough pieces, creams and fillings
• Temporary storage of baked goods at a constant temperature prior to baking
• Catering establishments with their own bakery production or breakfast pastries
• Bakery branches with frequent tray changes during ongoing sales operations
• Suitable for use wherever standardised baking trays need to be inserted directly without repackaging

Technical details

Contents

• 1x Liebherr BRFvg 5501 bakery fridge, ready for use

EU energy label

The Liebherr BRFvg 5501 bakery fridge is classified as energy efficiency class F on the scale from A+++ to G, in accordance with (EU) 2015/1094, as stated on the manufacturer’s energy label. EPREL registration number: 1507156.

Official energy label: Label image · Product data sheet (Product Fiche): PDF

Individual requirements & procurement service

Do you need additional shelf rails, spare parts or advice on the right networking solution for your bakery? Our procurement service will be happy to assist you with your selection.