KD Cellar Star PAP015MR1 Packaged Cellar Cooling System
KD Cellar Star PAP015MR1 Packaged Cellar Cooling System
KD Cellar Star PAP015MR1 Packaged Cellar Cooling System
The KD Cellar Star PAP015MR1 is a complete packaged cellar cooling system from SRW/Thermofrost (JE Hall), designed to maintain cask and keg beer at the correct serving temperature in pub and bar cellars. Supplied as a matched pair — an indoor evaporator unit and an outdoor condensing unit — the system uses the lower-GWP R449A refrigerant and is sized for cellars of up to 45 m³ above ground (55 m³ below ground).
Supplied as a complete indoor/outdoor pair, ready for installation and commissioning by a qualified refrigeration engineer.
Key Features
- Complete packaged system: indoor evaporator + outdoor condensing unit
- Cools cellars up to 45 m³ above ground / 55 m³ below ground
- R449A refrigerant — lower GWP than R404A
- Single phase 230V power supply
- Maintains cellar temperature range of 4°C to 16°C
- Nominal cooling capacity approximately 3.68 kW
Benefits
- Purpose-built for cellar cooling — maintains consistent cask and keg beer temperature for correct serving condition and reduced wastage.
- Lower environmental impact — R449A refrigerant offers a significantly lower global warming potential than legacy R404A systems.
- Matched pair, simple specification — indoor and outdoor units are supplied as a correctly matched system, removing guesswork over compatibility.
- Reliable single-phase supply — straightforward electrical connection suitable for the vast majority of pub and bar installations.
Suitable Applications
- Pub and bar cellars storing cask and keg beer
- Below-ground and above-ground cellar rooms up to 45–55 m³
- New cellar cooling installations and system replacements
- Licensed premises requiring consistent cellar temperature control
Technical Specifications
| System Model | PAP015MR1 (KD Cellar Star) |
| Indoor Evaporator Unit | KNCE015M1 |
| Outdoor Condensing Unit | KNCU015M1 |
| Nominal Cooling Capacity | 3.68 kW |
| Max Cellar Volume (Above Ground) | 45 m³ |
| Max Cellar Volume (Below Ground) | 55 m³ |
| Refrigerant | R449A |
| Factory Pre-Charge | 1.1 kg |
| Additional Refrigerant Charge Rate | 51.7 g/m |
| Power Supply | 230V, single phase, 50Hz |
| Full Load Current | 8.7 A |
| Locked Rotor Current | 38 A |
| Fuse Rating | 20 A |
| Indoor Unit Dimensions W × H × D | 840 × 590 × 327 mm |
| Indoor Unit Weight | 26 kg |
| Outdoor Unit Dimensions W × H × D | 822 × 615 × 342 mm |
| Outdoor Unit Weight | 51 kg |
| Noise Level (Indoor / Outdoor) | 47 dBA / 29 dBA |
| Pipe Connections | 3/8" liquid / 1/2" suction |
| Maximum Pipe Run | 25 m (length), 5 m (rise) |
| Operating Temperature Range | 4°C to 16°C (cellar) |
Room Size Guide
As a general guide, the PAP015MR1 is suitable for cellar rooms of up to 45 m³ above ground or 55 m³ below ground, subject to insulation standard, door frequency, pipe run length and ambient conditions. For larger cellars or unusual layouts, a qualified refrigeration engineer should confirm sizing before ordering.
What's Included
- KNCE015M1 indoor evaporator unit
- KNCU015M1 outdoor condensing unit
- Manufacturer documentation
Pipework, controls wiring and installation materials are sold separately.
Recommended Installation Accessories
To complete the installation, your engineer will typically require the following:
- Refrigeration-grade copper pipework — in the correct diameter for this system (3/8" liquid / 1/2" suction)
- Pipe insulation — closed-cell insulation for the full pipe run to prevent condensation and maintain efficiency
- Outdoor unit mounting feet or bracket — suitable for the 51kg outdoor unit weight
- Local isolator switch — required by Part P of the Building Regulations
- Interconnecting control cable — sized to the installation manual, to connect indoor and outdoor units
Frequently Asked Questions
Are the indoor and outdoor units sold together?
Yes. This listing is for the complete matched pair — KNCE015M1 indoor evaporator and KNCU015M1 outdoor condensing unit — supplied and priced as one system.
Does this system include installation?
No. This listing is for the equipment only. Installation and commissioning must be carried out by a qualified F-Gas certified refrigeration engineer.
What refrigerant does this system use?
R449A, a lower global warming potential refrigerant. Handling requires F-Gas certification.
What size cellar is this suitable for?
As a general guide, up to 45 m³ above ground or 55 m³ below ground. A site survey is recommended to confirm suitability for larger or non-standard cellars.
What temperature range does this system maintain?
The system is designed to hold cellar temperatures between 4°C and 16°C, suitable for cask and keg beer storage.
What pipe sizes does this system require?
3/8" liquid line and 1/2" suction line, in refrigeration-grade copper.
What is the maximum pipe run length?
25 metres in length, with a maximum vertical rise of 5 metres. Additional refrigerant charge is required beyond the factory pre-charge at 51.7 g/m.
What power supply does this system need?
230V single phase, 50Hz, with a 20A fuse rating.
Is a local isolator required?
Yes. A local isolator switch is required by Part P of the Building Regulations and should be installed by a qualified electrician.
Professional Installation Required
This cellar cooling system must be installed and commissioned by an appropriately F-Gas certified refrigeration engineer. Installation, pipework, electrical connection and commissioning are not included in this listing unless separately agreed in writing. Handling of R449A refrigerant requires appropriate F-Gas certification under UK F-Gas Regulations.
Manufacturer Resources
For full manufacturer documentation, visit the official SRW/JE Hall KD Cellar Star product page.