Dacor DRZ18980LAP 18-Inch Built-In Freezer Column – Panel Ready, Left Hinge

Bring premium frozen-food storage and seamless integration to your kitchen with the Dacor DRZ18980LAP 18-Inch Built-In Freezer Column. Its panel-ready exterior accommodates a custom cabinetry panel, allowing the appliance to blend beautifully with surrounding cabinets.

This slim, full-height freezer provides 9.5 cu. ft. of organised storage capacity. The fully wrapped stainless steel interior is illuminated by expansive 3D LED lighting, while glass and metal accents create a refined presentation for frozen foods.

PreciseCooling™ technology helps maintain stable temperatures, and the built-in crescent ice maker provides a convenient supply of ice. Push-to-Open Door Assist™, a hidden touch control panel and true-flush installation support a clean, contemporary kitchen design.

Key Features

Panel-Ready Built-In Design

Designed to accept a custom cabinetry panel for a seamless, fully integrated kitchen appearance.

Left-Hinged Door

The door is hinged on the left and opens from the right, making this configuration suitable for specific kitchen layouts or pairing with a compatible right-hinged refrigerator or freezer column.

9.5 Cu. Ft. Capacity

The narrow 18-inch design provides 9.5 cu. ft. of dedicated frozen-food storage without occupying excessive kitchen space.

SteelCool™ Stainless Steel Interior

A fully wrapped stainless steel interior creates a durable, premium storage environment for frozen foods.

Expansive 3D LED Lighting

Integrated LED lighting brightly illuminates the interior, making stored items easier to identify and access.

PreciseCooling™ Technology

Digital Inverter Technology helps maintain consistent freezer performance with temperature fluctuations of approximately ±0.5°C.

Built-In Ice Maker

The integrated ice maker produces crescent-shaped ice for everyday drinks and entertaining.

Push-to-Open Door Assist™

A gentle push activates the door-opening mechanism, supporting a clean, handle-free appearance when used with compatible cabinetry.

Hidden Touch Control Panel

Touch to reveal the discreet control display and conveniently adjust the freezer temperature and operating functions.

True-Flush Installation

Designed to install flush within approximately 25-inch-deep cabinetry for a seamless, fully integrated appearance.

ENERGY STAR® Certified

ENERGY STAR® certification supports efficient operation, with estimated annual energy consumption of 465 kWh.

Specifications

• Brand: Dacor
• Model: DRZ18980LAP
• Alternate Reference: DADRZ18980LAP
• Appliance Type: Built-In Freezer Column
• Installation Type: Built-In
• Depth Type: Counter Depth
• Nominal Width: 18 inches
• Finish: Panel Ready
• Custom Panel Compatible: Yes
• Door Swing: Left hinge
• Freezer Capacity: 9.5 cu. ft.
• Defrost System: Frost-free
• Ice Maker: Yes
• Ice Type: Crescent-shaped ice
• Interior Finish: Fully wrapped stainless steel
• Interior Lighting: Integrated 3D LED lighting
• Cooling System: PreciseCooling™ with Digital Inverter Technology
• Temperature Fluctuation: Approximately ±0.5°C
• Controls: Hidden touch control panel
• Door Assistance: Push-to-Open Door Assist™
• Full-Extension Drawers: Yes
• ENERGY STAR® Certified: Yes
• Estimated Annual Energy Consumption: 465 kWh
• Electrical Requirements: 115V, 60Hz, 15A
• Manufacturer’s Warranty: Two years on parts and labour

Dacor confirms the 9.5 cu. ft. capacity, crescent ice maker, PreciseCooling™ system, ENERGY STAR® qualification, electrical requirements and two-year parts-and-labour warranty.

Interior Configuration

• Three full-width shelves
• Spill-resistant tempered-glass shelves with metal trim
• Two freezer drawers
• Four door bins
• Full-extension drawer access with the door opened 90 degrees

The stainless steel interior, glass shelving and metal-trimmed storage components provide a clean, premium presentation while helping keep frozen foods organised.

Temperature Range

• Freezer Temperature: -15°C to -23°C
• Power Freeze Setting: -23°C
• Temperature Fluctuation: Approximately ±0.5°C

The Power Freeze function quickly lowers the freezer temperature when adding groceries or preparing the compartment for increased storage demands.

Dimensions

• Nominal Width: 18 inches
• Actual Width: 17-5/8 inches
• Height: 83-3/8 inches
• Depth: 23-13/16 inches
• Capacity: 9.5 cu. ft.

Consult Dacor’s installation instructions for exact cabinet-opening dimensions, ventilation, water-line placement, electrical requirements, anti-tip installation, door clearance and custom-panel specifications.

Available Accessories

• Contemporary graphite left-hinge panel kit
• Contemporary silver left-hinge panel kit
• Contemporary graphite handle kit
• Contemporary silver handle kit
• Column pairing kit
• Triple-column pairing kit
• Replacement water filter

Important Panel Information

This freezer is supplied in a panel-ready configuration. A custom cabinetry panel and handle, or an optional Dacor panel-and-handle kit, may be required to complete the installation.

Confirm all custom-panel dimensions, thickness, weight limits and handle requirements before ordering or fabricating the panel. A water connection is required to operate the automatic ice maker.