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True Refrigeration GDM-49-HC~TSL01_BL Refrigerated Merchandiser Two-section

True Refrigeration  |  MFG #: GDM-49-HC~TSL01_BL  |  Item #: 312057
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Technical details
Manufacturer True Refrigeration
Model Number GDM-49-HC~TSL01_BL
Manufacturer Part # GDM-49-HC~TSL01_BL
Exterior Finish Black
Refrigeration Self-contained, Bottom Mounted
Size 2 Section
Door Type Hinged Door(s)
Energy Efficiency ENERGY STAR®
Height 78.63"
Width 54.13"
Depth 29.88"
Weight 465 lbs
Made in USA Yes

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Turn refrigerated storage into a bright, organized sales display.

The True GDM-49 presents packaged foods and bottled beverages behind two well-lit glass doors, giving customers a clear view before they open the cabinet. Eight adjustable shelves support flexible merchandising across convenience stores, cafés, cafeterias, markets, hospitality spaces, and grab-and-go stations. IceMachinesPlus also lets qualified buyers make this refrigeration upgrade easier to budget.

The GDM-49-HC~TSL01_BL is the black-exterior configuration with black door frames, a white aluminum interior liner, and a stainless steel floor. Its self-contained refrigeration system maintains a 33°F to 38°F cabinet range. The unit is listed under NSF/ANSI Standard 7 for storing or displaying packaged and bottled products.

Before ordering, confirm that the GDM-49 fits the site, electrical supply, product mix, and customer-access plan. These are the critical checks:

Planning checks for the True GDM-49 refrigerated merchandiser
Planning check What to confirm
Product use Use the cabinet for packaged foods and bottled beverages that can be held within its 33°F to 38°F cabinet range.
Cabinet footprint The cabinet measures 54-1/8 inches wide, 29-7/8 inches deep, and 78-5/8 inches high. Handles add approximately 1-5/8 inches to the stated depth.
Door clearance Allow room for both swing doors, customer access, restocking, and the complete delivery route.
Shelf layout Eight PVC-coated wire shelves measure 24-9/16 by 22-1/2 inches and adjust in 1/2-inch increments.
Electrical service Provide 115V, 60 Hz, single-phase power through a dedicated 15-amp outlet. The unit draws 5.8 amps and includes a NEMA 5-15P plug.
Service access Preserve access to the bottom-mounted condensing unit, lower grille, and condenser coil. Confirm required placement and service clearances before installation.

Verify final dimensions, electrical data, and configuration details in True’s current GDM-49-HC specification sheet.

Once the site is ready, the GDM-49 provides practical features for daily merchandising and upkeep:

  • Double-pane insulated glass doors keep products visible while the cabinet remains closed.
  • Self-closing doors use a positive-seal, torsion-type closure system.
  • Eight shelves accommodate different bottle, can, and package heights.
  • LED interior lighting and an illuminated exterior sign panel strengthen product presentation.
  • One-piece magnetic door gaskets are removable without tools for cleaning.
  • The raised lower shelf improves access to merchandise near the bottom.
  • The bottom-mounted condenser is accessible for cleaning, while a built-in floor drain assists with cabinet cleanout.

The self-contained capillary-tube system uses R290 hydrocarbon refrigerant. Electronically commutated evaporator and condenser fan motors move air through the cabinet, so correct loading matters.

Before loading merchandise, True instructs operators to run the empty cabinet for 24 hours to verify proper operation. Keep products from pressing against the side or rear walls, and maintain at least 4 inches of clearance from the evaporator housing. These instructions allow refrigerated air to circulate more evenly. Review the complete startup and loading procedure in True’s GDM installation manual.

Product temperature remains the operator’s responsibility. Verify it with a calibrated thermometer, especially after startup, restocking, frequent door openings, or a control adjustment. If products remain outside their required holding range, don’t continue relying on the cabinet until the cause is addressed.

Routine care helps preserve airflow and door sealing. Inspect the condenser coil for dust and debris, keep the lower grille unobstructed, clean the gaskets with warm, soapy water, and confirm that both doors close completely. Follow True’s approved procedures and cleaning products for the cabinet interior, exterior, condenser, and drain.

Preventive maintenance can also affect warranty eligibility. True’s current foodservice warranty statement excludes problems caused by improper installation or insufficient basic preventive maintenance. Retaining installation and service records can help document the equipment’s history.

This two-door merchandiser fits businesses that need customer-visible refrigeration for packaged or bottled products. It isn’t a freezer, an open-food display, or a solid-door back-of-house reach-in. If another footprint or door configuration suits the space better, compare additional refrigerated merchandisers before ordering.

A few buyer questions about this refrigerated merchandiser are worth answering directly.

Is the True GDM-49 a refrigerator or a freezer?
The True GDM-49 is a medium-temperature refrigerator, not a freezer. It maintains a 33°F to 38°F cabinet range and is intended for the refrigerated storage or display of packaged and bottled products.
What temperature should the GDM-49 maintain?
The cabinet is designed to maintain 33°F to 38°F. Confirm actual product temperature with a calibrated thermometer because loading, door activity, ambient conditions, and airflow can affect recovery and individual product temperatures.
How long should the cabinet run before products are loaded?
Run the cabinet empty for 24 hours before loading it. True specifies this startup period so the operator can verify proper operation before placing merchandise inside.
Is True a reliable commercial refrigerator brand?
True is an established commercial refrigeration manufacturer. This model includes service-oriented features such as an accessible bottom-mounted condenser, removable door gaskets, adjustable shelving, and a factory-engineered refrigeration system. Long-term performance still depends on correct installation, operating conditions, cleaning, and maintenance.
Why isn’t my True merchandiser cooling properly?
First, check power, the temperature-control setting, product loading, interior airflow, condenser cleanliness, and complete door closure. Inspect the gaskets for debris or damage. If temperatures remain high, protect temperature-sensitive products and have a qualified refrigeration technician diagnose the unit.

Certifications

Energy Star Qualified logo

Energy Star Qualified

The item has been evaluated by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and the U.S. Department of Energy and has been found to be energy efficient.

Made in the USA logo

Made in the USA

This item was made in the United States of America.

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True Refrigeration GDM-49-HC~TSL01_BL Refrigerated Merchandiser Two-section
True Refrigeration

True Refrigeration GDM-49-HC~TSL01_BL Refrigerated Merchandiser Two-section

$5,184.85 $17,157.00

Turn refrigerated storage into a bright, organized sales display.

The True GDM-49 presents packaged foods and bottled beverages behind two well-lit glass doors, giving customers a clear view before they open the cabinet. Eight adjustable shelves support flexible merchandising across convenience stores, cafés, cafeterias, markets, hospitality spaces, and grab-and-go stations. IceMachinesPlus also lets qualified buyers make this refrigeration upgrade easier to budget.

The GDM-49-HC~TSL01_BL is the black-exterior configuration with black door frames, a white aluminum interior liner, and a stainless steel floor. Its self-contained refrigeration system maintains a 33°F to 38°F cabinet range. The unit is listed under NSF/ANSI Standard 7 for storing or displaying packaged and bottled products.

Before ordering, confirm that the GDM-49 fits the site, electrical supply, product mix, and customer-access plan. These are the critical checks:

Planning checks for the True GDM-49 refrigerated merchandiser
Planning check What to confirm
Product use Use the cabinet for packaged foods and bottled beverages that can be held within its 33°F to 38°F cabinet range.
Cabinet footprint The cabinet measures 54-1/8 inches wide, 29-7/8 inches deep, and 78-5/8 inches high. Handles add approximately 1-5/8 inches to the stated depth.
Door clearance Allow room for both swing doors, customer access, restocking, and the complete delivery route.
Shelf layout Eight PVC-coated wire shelves measure 24-9/16 by 22-1/2 inches and adjust in 1/2-inch increments.
Electrical service Provide 115V, 60 Hz, single-phase power through a dedicated 15-amp outlet. The unit draws 5.8 amps and includes a NEMA 5-15P plug.
Service access Preserve access to the bottom-mounted condensing unit, lower grille, and condenser coil. Confirm required placement and service clearances before installation.

Verify final dimensions, electrical data, and configuration details in True’s current GDM-49-HC specification sheet.

Once the site is ready, the GDM-49 provides practical features for daily merchandising and upkeep:

  • Double-pane insulated glass doors keep products visible while the cabinet remains closed.
  • Self-closing doors use a positive-seal, torsion-type closure system.
  • Eight shelves accommodate different bottle, can, and package heights.
  • LED interior lighting and an illuminated exterior sign panel strengthen product presentation.
  • One-piece magnetic door gaskets are removable without tools for cleaning.
  • The raised lower shelf improves access to merchandise near the bottom.
  • The bottom-mounted condenser is accessible for cleaning, while a built-in floor drain assists with cabinet cleanout.

The self-contained capillary-tube system uses R290 hydrocarbon refrigerant. Electronically commutated evaporator and condenser fan motors move air through the cabinet, so correct loading matters.

Before loading merchandise, True instructs operators to run the empty cabinet for 24 hours to verify proper operation. Keep products from pressing against the side or rear walls, and maintain at least 4 inches of clearance from the evaporator housing. These instructions allow refrigerated air to circulate more evenly. Review the complete startup and loading procedure in True’s GDM installation manual.

Product temperature remains the operator’s responsibility. Verify it with a calibrated thermometer, especially after startup, restocking, frequent door openings, or a control adjustment. If products remain outside their required holding range, don’t continue relying on the cabinet until the cause is addressed.

Routine care helps preserve airflow and door sealing. Inspect the condenser coil for dust and debris, keep the lower grille unobstructed, clean the gaskets with warm, soapy water, and confirm that both doors close completely. Follow True’s approved procedures and cleaning products for the cabinet interior, exterior, condenser, and drain.

Preventive maintenance can also affect warranty eligibility. True’s current foodservice warranty statement excludes problems caused by improper installation or insufficient basic preventive maintenance. Retaining installation and service records can help document the equipment’s history.

This two-door merchandiser fits businesses that need customer-visible refrigeration for packaged or bottled products. It isn’t a freezer, an open-food display, or a solid-door back-of-house reach-in. If another footprint or door configuration suits the space better, compare additional refrigerated merchandisers before ordering.

A few buyer questions about this refrigerated merchandiser are worth answering directly.

Is the True GDM-49 a refrigerator or a freezer?
The True GDM-49 is a medium-temperature refrigerator, not a freezer. It maintains a 33°F to 38°F cabinet range and is intended for the refrigerated storage or display of packaged and bottled products.
What temperature should the GDM-49 maintain?
The cabinet is designed to maintain 33°F to 38°F. Confirm actual product temperature with a calibrated thermometer because loading, door activity, ambient conditions, and airflow can affect recovery and individual product temperatures.
How long should the cabinet run before products are loaded?
Run the cabinet empty for 24 hours before loading it. True specifies this startup period so the operator can verify proper operation before placing merchandise inside.
Is True a reliable commercial refrigerator brand?
True is an established commercial refrigeration manufacturer. This model includes service-oriented features such as an accessible bottom-mounted condenser, removable door gaskets, adjustable shelving, and a factory-engineered refrigeration system. Long-term performance still depends on correct installation, operating conditions, cleaning, and maintenance.
Why isn’t my True merchandiser cooling properly?
First, check power, the temperature-control setting, product loading, interior airflow, condenser cleanliness, and complete door closure. Inspect the gaskets for debris or damage. If temperatures remain high, protect temperature-sensitive products and have a qualified refrigeration technician diagnose the unit.