Variety of Atlant refrigerators from the Minsk plant

Without a refrigerator, today no hostess can imagine normal life within the kitchen - this is the second most important object in the room, without it it is impossible to maintain the freshness of food and cooked food for several days for a long time. One of the possible ways to solve such a problem is the new Atlant refrigerators.

Products from the Republic of Belarus for many years have enjoyed well-deserved popularity in the domestic market of Russia, because they have high reliability, quality of materials and rather low cost.

In functionality, modern models are not much inferior to foreign counterparts. To verify this, you just need to carefully read this article.

About the manufacturer

For over 55 years, the Minsk Refrigeration Products Plant (MZKh) has been producing high-quality refrigerators, it was here that the USSR’s first two-chamber refrigerator of domestic production was designed and manufactured, and thermal insulation based on polyurethane foam was introduced into production. In early 1993, Atlant CJSC was established on the basis of the plant.

Refrigerators with the ATLANT logo are distinguished by their high energy efficiency class A and A +, compressors and the control system for all functions is adapted to the power grids of Belarus, Russia and other neighboring countries that were previously part of the unified energy system of the Soviet Union. Environmentally friendly freon R600a is used as a refrigerant; materials are also used environmentally friendly: steel, ABS plastic and glass.

Views of Atlantes

Each manufacturer chooses the name and designations for their products on their own - Belarusians, in addition to the common name, use letters and numbers. The decoding of the letter combinations is as follows:

1. MX - single-chamber products.
2. MXM - two-compartment refrigerator-freezers with an overhead freezer.
3. MM - freezers.
4. ХМ - two-chamber devices with a lower location of the freezer.

Knowing the decoding of the abbreviation, users can already confidently navigate the names of products in order to choose the desired option - single-chamber or two-chamber refrigerator.

Then there are numbers: 17 is Freon R134-f, and 18 is R600a, then two numbers indicate the model number that was assigned by the company's specialists when releasing the product from the factory. They display the coating material, which components were used, as well as some service functions.

New models today have slightly different markings: two-compressor products are indicated by 60 after the letters.

Models with a radial door - 61, two-chamber with one compressor, having a pulse type valve, are marked with the numbers 50 and 40 depending on the design. An additional marking is applied in the form of four numbers.

Features, advantages and disadvantages

Products with the Atlant logo are distinguished among others by their rather high stability of work, many reviews, as well as top reviews, note the reliability of Minsk household appliances and its service life, and users write mostly only positive reviews. Many models are equipped with a freshness zone or Fresh Zone - a special compartment where fruits or meat and fish delicacies, as well as cheeses, are stored.

The temperature here does not fall below zero degrees and does not rise above +1⁰C, therefore, the development of harmful bacteria is completely excluded, only a lot of useful vitamins are retained in the above assortment.Defrosting is carried out automatically in all models, Atlant refrigerators work quite quietly - the sound exposure level does not exceed 40 dB, which means on the scale of sounds a normal conversation between two interlocutors at a distance of one meter from you.

Pros:

• large capacity and ergonomic compartments;
• silent work;
• shelf height adjustment;
• the optimal ratio of dimensions and useful internal volume;
• no need for frequent defrosting;
• reliability of assembly and materials used;
• durability of shelves made of special glass.

Minuses:

• a small number of shelves installed in the door;
• the egg tray could be made larger;
• increased noise when the compressor is turned on.

In addition, many users note the lack of a shelf for bottles, a super-cooling zone and effective protection from children.

With No Frost system

In products with a modern system without frost there is only one evaporator, which is located between the freezer and refrigerators, the cold air from it is distributed throughout the unit thanks to the fan. Through technological perforations, it enters the freezer compartment, and through the channels inside the case and special openings inside the refrigerator.

The Atlant Nou Frost refrigerator is very popular, because it is automatically defrosted, and there is no ice formation on the walls in the freezer, so user intervention is not necessary. The entire mode of operation of the product can be described as follows:

1. The built-in fan provides cold air from the evaporator to the freezing and cooling chambers; the whole system is designed in such a way that the cold reaches any compartment of the chambers without hindrance.
2. After reaching the optimum storage temperature set by the user, the sensor turns off the compressor, and condensation begins on the evaporator, which by gravity moves to the pan where it evaporates.

It is time to find out all the positive and negative aspects of this system. Many eminent experts indicate such advantages of No Frost:

• uniform distribution of cold air in all chambers;
• quick restoration of the optimum temperature for storage after loading another batch of products, which positively affects the saving of electric energy during operation of the refrigerator.

The temperature difference between the upper and lower shelves in the refrigerator compartment, as well as between the plastic containers in the freezer for products with the Without Frost system is 1-2 degrees, and for units without such an improvement - 5-6 and 7-9, respectively.

Minuses:

• low humidity, which can affect the drying of stored products;
• volume reduction - the system takes away from the freezer up to 20 liters for your needs;
• increased noise, because noise from fan rotation is added to the compressor;
• high price, because a more complex design and the presence of an additional fan, or even two.

The widespread belief that in models with No Frost the drying of products occurs faster cannot be decisive when choosing a refrigerator, because this can only happen if the storage and packaging rules are violated. If all products are stored in separate containers or bags, and the liquids are closed, then they are not in danger.

The device of the two-chamber refrigerator Atlant

Some models are equipped with two compressors of their own design, and their rather strict verification and control contributes to high reliability in operation.The cooling system differs from the standard one, so the chilled air provides the opportunity to create different zones with its optimal storage temperature.

This system is reminiscent of the air circulation used in nature: air is gradually cooled and lowered, and warm, rising, is cooled. All this happens due to the work of the evaporator, which is located behind the rear wall or between the chambers. The inner case is made of a fairly durable food-grade plastic that does not have an odor.

Shelves made of durable glass can withstand heavy loads, so users can place three-liter cans and five-liter pots inside the refrigerator without any fear.

Another device of the Atlant brand two-chamber refrigerator is a condenser - it is connected to a common system with hermetic tubes, where freon circulates, the task of which is to transfer heat from the inside of the product to the environment. The compressor, creating a certain pressure, compresses the refrigerant and pushes it into the condenser, where the latter cools down, turning into a liquid state.

The condenser is connected to the filter by a desiccant, which traps moisture particles and extraneous tiny solid formations. Through a capillary tube, freon enters the evaporator, where it actively boils and cools the chamber. A similar cycle is repeated many times.

External dimensions

Modern models of Atlant refrigerators are practical and fairly high performance, they can solve many problems, all devices can be divided into several groups that share common characteristics:

1. Products with two chambers and a lower freezer arrangement operate under the control of a single compressor. The internal volume of the refrigerator compartment varies between 250-340 liters, the freezer compartment - 96 liters. Dimensions: width and depth 600 mm, and height 142-176 cm.
2. Two-chamber models with two compressors, a freezer below, the total volume of chambers increased to 340-400 liters, freezers - 201-272 liters. Height - 176-250 cm, and the remaining parameters are the same. These are the largest designs among the entire range.
3. The model has two cameras, but the freezer is located on top. The total volume is not more than 320 liters, but the freezer takes only 50-79 liters. Height varies from 147.5 to 176.0 cm, depth 60 cm, and width 50-55 cm.

What to look for when choosing

To choose the best option for your kitchen, the user should pay attention to the following characteristics:

1. Dimensions and capacity. It is important to find the optimal balance between these parameters, so that the refrigerator fits in the room without taking up much space, but at the same time it is large in order to accommodate as many products as possible.
2. The energy consumption class is of great importance here, since the product operates around the clock and should be economical.
3. Noiselessness. All household appliances at work create a certain noise, but budget models are buzzing much stronger than expensive ones quiet analogues, and this must be considered when buying.
4. The presence of the No Frost system will save you from systematic tedious defrosting work, all this will happen automatically and without your direct participation. But such models are more expensive.
5. Compressors and their characteristics. It must be remembered that this is the heart of the refrigerator, which determines its uninterrupted operation, reliability and profitability. Expensive models are equipped with devices that operate almost silently.
6. Functionality is the ability to adjust the work so that all the cameras have the optimum temperature, distribute the load evenly.

All these criteria affect the final choice of a particular model, which work, for example, only in economy class mode and has a low cost. Atlant refrigerators are extremely reliable and economical, and their cost is proportional to functionality. If you want the best model - get ready for financial expenses.

Rating of the best refrigerators

Title	XM 4625-101	XM 4621-101	XM 4623-100	XM 4425-009 ND	XM 4524-000 ND	XM 4424-000 N
Color / Coating Material	white / plastic / metal	white / plastic / metal	white / plastic / metal	white / plastic / metal	white / plastic / metal	white / plastic / metal
Control	electronic	electronic	electronic	electronic	electronic	electronic
Energy consumption	class A + (323 kWh / year)	class A + (292 kWh / year)	class A + (314 kWh / year)	class A (412.45 kWh / year)	class A (412.45 kWh / year)	class A (401.50 kWh / year)
Volume of the refrigerator	206 l	206 l	183 l	208 l	280 l	225 l
Freezer volume	172 l	132 l	172 l	134 l	121 l	82 l
Noise level	up to 39 dB	up to 39 dB	up to 39 dB	up to 43 dB	up to 43 dB	up to 43 dB
Price	from 23850 rub.	from 21000 rub.	from 20300 rub.	from 23850 rub.	from 28800 rub.	from 20550 rub.

New 2019 models

XM 4625-101

• Dimensions: 595x629x2068 mm
• Energy Saving Class: A + (323 kWh / year)
• Total volume: 378 L
• Freezer: 172 L
• Fridge: 206 L
• Climate class: N, ST
• Power freezing: 7.2 kg / day
• Defrosting chambers: freezer - drip system, refrigeration - manually
• Minimum temperature in the freezer: - 18 ° C
• Noise Level: Up to 39 dB
• Weight: 76 kg

XM 4621-101

• Dimensions: 595x629x1868 mm
• Energy Saving Class: A + (292 kWh / year)
• Total volume: 338 L
• Freezer: 132 L
• Fridge: 206 L
• Climate class: N, ST
• Power freezing: 5.5 kg / day
• Defrosting chambers: manual / drip
• Coating Material: metal, food grade plastic
• Sound Pressure: 39 dB
• Weight: 69 kg

XM 4623-100

• Dimensions: 595x629x1968 mm
• Energy Saving Class: A + (314 kWh / year)
• Total volume: 355 L
• Freezer: 172 L
• Fridge: 183 L
• Climate class: N, ST
• Power freezing: 7.2 kg / day
• Defrosting chambers: manual, drip
• Minimum temperature in the freezer: - 18 ° C
• Sound pressure: up to 39 dB
• Weight: 72 kg

With No Frost system

XM 4425-009 ND

• Dimensions: 595x625x2068 mm
• Energy saving class: A (412.45 kWh / year)
• Total volume: 342 L
• Freezer: 134 L
• Fridge: 208 L
• Climate class: SN, ST
• Power freezing: 7.0 kg / day
• Standalone cold preservation: 15 hours
• Defrost: No Frost
• Sound Pressure: 43 dB
• Weight: 80 kg

XM 4524-000 ND

• Dimensions: 695x654x1958 mm
• Energy Saving Class: A (412.5 kWh / year)
• Total volume: 401 L
• Freezer: 121 L
• Fridge: 280 L
• Climate class: SN
• Power freezing: up to 10 kg / day
• Defrosting chambers: no frost (No Frost)
• Standalone cold preservation: up to 19 hours
• Sound pressure: not higher than 43 dB
• Weight: 88 kg

XM 4424-000 N

• Energy saving class: A (401.5 kWh / year)
• Total volume: 307 L
• Freezer: 82 L
• Fridge: 225 L
• Climate class: SN, ST
• Power freezing: 7.0 kg / day
• Defrosting chambers: No Frost
• Standalone cold preservation: up to 15 hours
• Sound Pressure: 43 dB
• Weight: 77 kg

findings

Many consumers choose Atlant dual-compartment refrigerators, because they are practically in no way inferior to famous brands in terms of materials or technical characteristics, but they cost almost half the price.