What is recorded for DF1IAH
Val-Test DF1IAH — Refrigerator configuration: Upright Freezer; Total capacity: 12.1 cu ft; Annual energy use: 791 kWh/year.
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Historical record
Val-Test DF1IAH
Specifications
Freezer · US market · 41 owner topics
Val-Test Upright Freezer freezers
Specifications for DF1IAH with owner checks for this product design. Use the matching manual for control sequences and replacement parts.
Specifications & model details
DF1IAH: model-specific checks
Use the exact model’s specifications to compare capacity, energy use, features, and electrical ratings on a consistent basis.
Owner guide: Specifications
Category & symptom guidance
Specifications
Start with the full model identifier
Specifications only help when they belong to the freezer being considered. Record the full model code from the product label or official product page; similar model names can refer to different sizes or feature sets. Separate the manufacturer’s stated figures from your own expectations about how much food will fit or how much electricity it will use.
An owner manual is primarily operating guidance, while an energy label or product specification is a better source for capacity and standardized energy figures. For example, the GE FCM5/FCM7/FCM9 manual applies to those 2005 chest manual-defrost models; it is not a general specification sheet for current freezers.
- Keep the exact model code beside any specification you record.
- Check the product page or label for the basis and units of each number.
Compare usable capacity and design
Capacity is commonly stated in cubic feet, but the shape affects how that space works for you. A chest freezer opens from the top and can suit bulky packages or a location where a swinging door would be awkward. An upright places food on shelves or in baskets and can make categories easier to see, while requiring door-swing room.
Check the listed layout and features rather than assuming all space is equally accessible. Shelves, baskets, dividers, interior lighting, and door storage can change how the interior is organized. A product’s listed capacity does not tell you whether your usual containers or large frozen items will fit comfortably.
- Compare interior dimensions and storage layout when you have particular packages or containers in mind.
- Include door movement and access space in the comparison, not only cabinet width.
Read energy figures on a common basis
Use the annual energy-use figures reported for the exact freezer models you are comparing. Keep the published basis and units consistent, and treat the label as a comparison estimate rather than a promise of your household’s bill. Room conditions, use, loading, and electricity rates affect actual cost.
To estimate operating cost, multiply the annual energy figure in kilowatt-hours by your electricity price per kilowatt-hour. Use the rate on your bill and compare like-for-like figures. ENERGY STAR notes that chest designs generally lose less cold air during opening because cold air tends to remain in the cabinet; this is a design observation, not a guaranteed savings amount for every home.
- Write down the listed annual energy use and the source date or label version.
- For a rough annual cost, multiply listed kWh per year by your current electricity rate.
Check ratings and optional features
Review the electrical rating on the freezer label and the official product documentation before planning its outlet or circuit. A listing may abbreviate information, so use the appliance label and exact manual for the unit’s requirements. Do not infer electrical compatibility from the fact that another freezer fits the same space.
Features vary. A freezer may have a temperature alarm, power light, fast-freeze control, lock, or connectivity, but none should be assumed from the category or brand. Confirm a feature by its exact model code and manual. Connectivity is not standard across freezers; check the product’s feature list rather than expecting an app or remote alert.
- Mark each desired feature as confirmed only when it appears in the exact model’s official listing or manual.
- Check that the manual illustration matches any control you intend to use.
Use specifications in a buying decision
Compare purchase price, capacity, physical fit, and energy use together. Compare each model’s published annual kilowatt-hours on the same basis, then multiply by your own electricity rate if operating cost matters. Make sure a low-energy comparison does not distract from access, organization, or placement needs.
For online purchases, verify the complete model identifier and delivered total, including shipping, included items, return terms, and seller details. Confirm stock and the exact model variant at checkout because listings can combine related models or update after you compare them.
- Make a short comparison using model, capacity, dimensions, annual energy, features, and delivered price.
- Recheck the model code on the order confirmation before arranging delivery.
General background sources
These sources support the shared guide. Exact model specifications and matched family procedures have their own sources above.
- images.salsify.com/image/upload/s--Q-mezUVf--/9371f6afb4d1876f36326e93186bf095a1166e6d.pdf
- www.energystar.gov/products/freezers
- cdnns.danby.com/4973611/DUFM085A2BSLDD_EFSOM_20170328.pdf
- consumer.ftc.gov/articles/online-shopping
Owner guidance by Specs & Parts, drafted with GPT-6 Luna. Sources and scope.
Recorded model facts
All recorded specifications
Capacity
| Specification | Recorded value | Evidence |
|---|---|---|
| Freezer capacity | 12.1 cu ft | ArchiveCalifornia Energy Commission — Refrigerators archive cec-refrigerators.xlsx; sheet Table; row 51982 Regulatory archive observation; test standard and measurement context follow the original record. Observed Oct 27, 2026 |
| Total capacity | 12.1 cu ft | ArchiveCalifornia Energy Commission — Refrigerators archive cec-refrigerators.xlsx; sheet Table; row 51982 Regulatory archive observation; test standard and measurement context follow the original record. Observed Oct 27, 2026 |
Dimensions
| Specification | Recorded value | Evidence |
|---|---|---|
| Reported depth | 30 in | ArchiveCalifornia Energy Commission — Refrigerators archive cec-refrigerators.xlsx; sheet Table; row 51982 Regulatory archive observation; test standard and measurement context follow the original record. Observed Oct 27, 2026 |
| Reported height | 60 in | ArchiveCalifornia Energy Commission — Refrigerators archive cec-refrigerators.xlsx; sheet Table; row 51982 Regulatory archive observation; test standard and measurement context follow the original record. Observed Oct 27, 2026 |
| Reported width | 24 in | ArchiveCalifornia Energy Commission — Refrigerators archive cec-refrigerators.xlsx; sheet Table; row 51982 Regulatory archive observation; test standard and measurement context follow the original record. Observed Oct 27, 2026 |
Energy & water
| Specification | Recorded value | Evidence |
|---|---|---|
| Annual energy use | 791 kWh/year | ArchiveCalifornia Energy Commission — Refrigerators archive cec-refrigerators.xlsx; sheet Table; row 51982 Regulatory archive observation; test standard and measurement context follow the original record. Observed Oct 27, 2026 |
Features
| Specification | Recorded value | Evidence |
|---|---|---|
| Anti-sweat heater switch declared in archive | False | ArchiveCalifornia Energy Commission — Refrigerators archive cec-refrigerators.xlsx; sheet Table; row 51982 Regulatory archive observation; test standard and measurement context follow the original record. Observed Oct 27, 2026 |
Product
| Specification | Recorded value | Evidence |
|---|---|---|
| Defrost type | Manual | ArchiveCalifornia Energy Commission — Refrigerators archive cec-refrigerators.xlsx; sheet Table; row 51982 Regulatory archive observation; test standard and measurement context follow the original record. Observed Oct 27, 2026 |
| Refrigerator configuration | Upright Freezer | ArchiveCalifornia Energy Commission — Refrigerators archive cec-refrigerators.xlsx; sheet Table; row 51982 Regulatory archive observation; test standard and measurement context follow the original record. Observed Oct 27, 2026 |
Source identity
| Specification | Recorded value | Evidence |
|---|---|---|
| Manufacturer named in archive | Rheem Sales Company, Inc. | ArchiveCalifornia Energy Commission — Refrigerators archive cec-refrigerators.xlsx; sheet Table; row 51982 Regulatory archive observation; test standard and measurement context follow the original record. Observed Oct 27, 2026 |
A comparison group built from recorded designs
Val-Test upright freezers
104 records in this historical-source group. The group uses the brand, category and recorded design, rather than a guessed series or production year.
697.0–1379.0 kWh/yearannual energy · 75 source values
24.0–33.0 inwidth · 103 source values
29.0–31.0 indepth · 103 source values
These are source-record ranges. They do not establish current availability, a shared repair platform or installation compatibility.
Sources for DF1IAH
California Energy Commission — Refrigerators archive Observed Oct 27, 2026
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