Bosch - 500 Series 21 Cu. Ft. French Door Counter-Depth Smart Refrigerator with External Water and Ice Maker - Black Stainless Steel
Color
Black Stainless SteelRelated Item
Specifications
- Color FinishBlack stainless steelProduct Height70 inchesProduct Width35 5/8 inchesHeight To Top Of Refrigerator (Without Hinges)69 1/2 inchesHeight To Top Of Door Hinge70 inchesDepth Without Handle28 3/4 inches
- Key Specs
- Color Finish: Black stainless steel
- Product Height: 70 inches (The out of box height of the item. Height is measured as the vertical distance from the bottom of the item to the top as it would be primarily used or placed.)
- Product Width: 35 5/8 inches (The out of box width of the item. Width is measured as the horizontal distance from one side of the item to the other as it would be primarily used or placed.)
- Height To Top Of Refrigerator (Without Hinges): 69 1/2 inches (Height from bottom of refrigerator to top of the door, without the top hinges.)
- Height To Top Of Door Hinge: 70 inches (Height from bottom of refrigerator to top of the door, including the top hinge.)
- Depth Without Handle: 28 3/4 inches (Measurement from the back of the product to its front (with door closed), not including handle.)
- Depth With Handle: 31 1/8 inches (Measurement from the back of the product to its front (with door closed), including the handle.)
- Total Capacity: 21.6 cubic feet
- Refrigerator Style: French Door, Bottom Freezer
- Lighting Type: LED
- Ice Maker: Yes
- App Compatible: true (The product can be connected to a program or software application on a mobile device, which then receives collected data from the product.)
- Works With: Amazon Alexa, SmartThings (Compatible with or able to be connected to other smart devices or applications.)
- Voice Assistant Built-in: No (A digital assistant built into the device that uses voice commands to answer questions and control smart devices.)
- General
- Brand: Bosch
- Model Number: B36CD50SNB
- Product Name: 500 Series 21 Cu. Ft. French Door Counter-Depth Smart Refrigerator with External Water and Ice Maker
- Color: Black Stainless Steel
- Color Finish: Black stainless steel
- Vendor Collection: Bosch 500 Series (Part of a line of different product types, like kitchen appliances.)
- Side Panel Color: Black
- Dimensions
- Product Height: 70 inches (The out of box height of the item. Height is measured as the vertical distance from the bottom of the item to the top as it would be primarily used or placed.)
- Product Width: 35 5/8 inches (The out of box width of the item. Width is measured as the horizontal distance from one side of the item to the other as it would be primarily used or placed.)
- Product Depth: 31 1/8 inches (The out of box depth of the item. Depth is measured as the distance from the front of the item to the back as it would be primarily used or placed.)
- Height To Top Of Refrigerator (Without Hinges): 69 1/2 inches (Height from bottom of refrigerator to top of the door, without the top hinges.)
- Height To Top Of Door Hinge: 70 inches (Height from bottom of refrigerator to top of the door, including the top hinge.)
- Standardized Width: 36 inches (An approximated measurement (exact width may differ slightly) determined by the manufacturer in accordance with industry standards. Standardized sizes are intended to assist consumers when purchasing appliances and planning for installation.)
- Counter Depth: true (The product case installs flush with the depth of standard kitchen counters to provide a built-in appearance.)
- Depth Without Handle: 28 3/4 inches (Measurement from the back of the product to its front (with door closed), not including handle.)
- Depth With Handle: 31 1/8 inches (Measurement from the back of the product to its front (with door closed), including the handle.)
- Depth Without Door: 24 inches (Measurement from the back of the product to its front, not including the door.)
- Depth With Door 90 Degrees Open: 43 1/3 inches (Measurement from the back of the product to its front, with the door open at a 90-degree angle.)
- Product Weight: 350 pounds (The out of box weight of the item.)
- Cut-Out Dimensions
- Cut-Out Height: 70 inches (Minimum required height of the installation location for a standard installation of the product. This measurement will help you determine if the appliance will fit into the desired space and have the clearance necessary for proper operational use. Please refer to the manufacturer’s installation documentation for detailed measurement requirements.)
- Cut-Out Width: 36 inches (Minimum required width of the installation location for a standard installation of the product. This measurement will help you determine if the appliance will fit into the desired space and have the clearance necessary for proper operational use. Please refer to the manufacturer’s installation documentation for detailed measurement requirements.)
- Cut-Out Depth: 25 inches (Minimum required depth of the installation location for a standard installation of the product. This measurement will help you determine if the appliance will fit into the desired space and have the clearance necessary for proper operational use. Please refer to the manufacturer’s installation documentation for detailed measurement requirements.)
- Capacity
- Total Capacity: 21.6 cubic feet
- Refrigerator Capacity: 15.2 cubic feet (Total amount of space within the refrigerator compartment. Usable space may be reduced by shelves, cabinets, or other storage features.)
- Freezer Capacity: 6.4 cubic feet (Total amount of space within the freezer compartment. Usable space may be reduced by shelves, cabinets, or other storage features.)
- Performance
- Minimum Operating Temperature: 50 degrees fahrenheit (The lowest recommended ambient (surrounding) temperature in which the product can ideally operate stated by the manufacturer. Generally long-term exposure of the product to temperatures less than the minimum can result in ineffective operation.)
- Maximum Operating Temperature: 109.4 degrees fahrenheit (The highest recommended ambient (surrounding) temperature in which the product can ideally operate stated by the manufacturer. Generally long-term exposure of the product to temperatures more than the maximum can result in ineffective operation.)
- Features
- Configuration: Freestanding (The size, arrangement, and physical configuration of the product.)
- Panel Ready: false (Product is ready to be fit with a customized front panel that integrates with existing cabinetry and décor.)
- Refrigerator Style: French Door, Bottom Freezer
- Fingerprint Resistant: true
- Convertible Temperature Zone: false (Refrigerators with this feature include a separate compartment with independent temperature controls from the main product. These compartments offer a flexible space that allows you to change the temperature based on your additional storage needs. Whether it’s a place to chill beverages for an evening with friends, keep snacks cool, or even provide extra freezer space.)
- Garage Ready: false (Garage Ready appliances have been tested by the manufacturer to operate within a wider range of external temperatures than the average home environment, such as a garage which can fall below freezing or heat above 100 degrees Fahrenheit. Please refer to the manufacturer's documentation for detailed external operating temperature requirements.)
- Dual Evaporation: false (A cooling system that works to create a stable climate for the refrigerator and freezer separately. This ensures that each compartment is able to maintain a separate humidity and temperature level ideal for the respective stored items. Freezers tend to require lower humidity while refrigerators require higher humidity to keep foods fresher for longer.)
- Door-Open Alarm: false
- Sabbath Mode: false (This mode complies with the rules of Halakha and allows Shabbat-observant people to use the appliance on the Shabbat and other Jewish holidays.)
- Temperature Control Type: Touchpad
- Display Type: None
- Defrost Type: Frost free (Ice build-up can reduce the appliance’s cooling capacity, making it work harder and consume more energy. Defrosting is necessary to maintain its efficiency and each type has its own advantages depending on user needs and preferences. Manual defrost appliances require unplugging to melt ice naturally, but offer more space, lower energy consumption, and lower cost without the internal heating element. Frost-free appliances regulate temperature to prevent ice build-up automatically. Automatic defrost systems use a timer to circulate heat and prevent ice accumulation, while adaptive defrost systems use sensors to determine the optimal times for heat circulation.)
- Reversible Door Hinge: false
- Hinge Setting: Not Applicable
- Lighting Type: LED
- Wireless Connectivity: Wi-Fi (The manner in which a device sends data to another device over a short distance without the use of wires or cables.)
- Ice & Water
- Ice Maker: Yes
- Secondary Ice Maker: No (This feature, often located within a pull-out freezer drawer, produces and stores ice in addition to the primary ice maker.)
- Ice Maker Location(s): Freezer
- Ice Dispenser Ice Form: Crescent, Crushed
- Daily Ice Production: 12 pounds (Maximum quantity of ice that can be produced within 24 hours.)
- Ice Maker Ice Form: Crescent
- Ice and Water Dispenser: Ice and water
- Ice and Water Dispenser Location: External
- Dispensed Water Type: Cold Water
- Dispenser Features: Autofill pitcher, Dispenser light, Dispenser control lock-out, Filtration replacement light
- Storage
- Number of External Doors/Drawers: 3
- Number of Refrigerator Shelves: 5
- Refrigerator Shelf Style: Adjustable, Removable, Spill proof
- Quick Access Door: false (A door-within-door that provides convenient access to your favorite food and drink items without opening the main door.)
- Dairy Center: true (Designated storage with closure for dairy items such as butter, yogurt, and cream cheese, helps keep these items accessible and may reduce the risk of cross-contamination.)
- Gallon Door Storage: true (Designated storage space for gallon-sized containers, such as milk, juice, and water.)
- Humidity-Controlled Crisper: true
- Deli Meat Drawer: true (Designated storage for deli and other meats helps keep these items accessible and may reduce the risk of cross-contamination.)
- Refrigerator Shelf Material: Glass
- Freezer Info
- Freezer Compartment: true
- Freezer Location: Bottom
- Freezer Door Type: Pull Out Drawer
- Freezer Shelf Material: Other
- Freezer Interior Light: true
- Quick Freeze: true (Feature that allows you to quickly reduce the temperature when needed, perfect for chilling drinks or freezing large quantities of fresh food. Fast freezing may help maintain food quality.)
- Filter Info
- Water Filtration: true
- Water Filter Model Number: BORPLFTR55 (The water filter model(s) recommended for use with the product.)
- Air Filter: true (A filter that works to remove odors and contaminants from the air within the appliance.)
- Electrical Specification
- Amperage: 15 amperes (Strength of electrical current.)
- Voltage: 115 volts (Amount of power needed to support an electrical current.)
- Estimated Annual Electricity Use: 656 kilowatt hours (Predicted amount of electricity needed to operate the product under average conditions for one year.)
- Estimated Annual Operating Cost: 79 United States dollars (Predicted cost of operating the product under average conditions for one year.)
- Certifications Listings & Approvals
- ENERGY STAR Certified: true (Devices carrying the ENERGY STAR service mark, such as computer products and peripherals, kitchen appliances, and other products, generally use 20% to 30% less energy than required by federal standards.)
- ADA Compliant: false (Meets standards set by the Disabilities Act (ADA) Standards for Accessible Design)
- Consortium for Energy Efficiency (CEE) Rating: CEE Tier 1
- Chemical Disclosures: This product contains one or more regulated perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances or PFAS. For more information about PFAS chemicals in this product, visit https://bshpersona.com/productdisclosures/. ... Este producto contiene una o más sustancias perfluoroalquiladas y polifluoroalquiladas reguladas o PFAS. Para obtener más información sobre las sustancias químicas PFAS en este producto, visite https://bshpersona.com/productdisclosures/. (The disclosure of Per- and Polyfluorinated Substances (PFAS) and/or other chemicals.)
- Warranty
- Warranty - Parts: 1 year limited
- Warranty - Labor: 1 year limited
- Compatibility
- App Compatible: true (The product can be connected to a program or software application on a mobile device, which then receives collected data from the product.)
- Works With: Amazon Alexa, SmartThings (Compatible with or able to be connected to other smart devices or applications.)
- Voice Assistant Built-in: No (A digital assistant built into the device that uses voice commands to answer questions and control smart devices.)
- Other
- UPC: 825225955597
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Whats Included
- 500 Series French Door Counter-Depth Refrigerator
- UltraClarityPro Water Filter
- Owner's manual
- 500 Series French Door Counter-Depth Refrigerator
- UltraClarityPro Water Filter
- Owner's manual
Product Manuals
Documents
- Energy_Guide_PDF
- Energy_Guide_PDF
Q: What does the code e2 mean. Does this code have something to do with it not making ice?
A: Hi Doug, the E2 error code indicates an issue with the Ice Maker. You can attempt to troubleshoot the issue by resetting power to breaker for 30 seconds. If not resolved, call Bosch Customer Support at 1-800-944-2904 for assistance.
Q: Can you get an extra ice maker for this
A: Hi GUS, thank you for your question and interest in Model:B36CD50SNS. There is not an additional ice maker available for this Refrigerator, however, this Refrigerator does feature the Bosch QuickIcePro System which offers rapid ice replenishment, producing up to 12 lbs of ice per day, based on filling 8 oz glasses. ensuring ample ice availability.
Q: how far from the floor to the bottom of the swinging doors? Thanks in advance.
A: Hi DougLB, thank you for your question and interest in Model:B36CD50SNS. It is 26.75 inches from the floor to the french doors on this model.
Q: Is this Counter-Depth French Door Refrigerator available WITHOUT the external water dispenser?
A: Hi Theo, thanks for your question. We do not currently have any 500 Series counter-depth French door refrigerators without the external dispenser, but we do offer 800 Series models meeting these criteria. Please visit the Bosch website to view these models or call our Customer Care team at 800-944-2904 for real-time assistance. Thank you for considering Bosch!
A: A Quick look this morning, is about 2” for the door and maybe 2 more inches for the handle… the door would be open 90degrees to the fridge itself.
Q: We are big ice drinkers..... what is the size and shape of the ice for this item?
A: The ice is the standard moon shaped kind.
Q: Will this fit in space 36” wide? (How much clearance is needed on either side.) thank you.
A: Hi Gretchen, thank you for your question and interest in Model:B36CD50SNS. Here is the Required cutout size for this Refrigerator: (HxWxD) (in.) 70" x 36" x 25". Enclosed is the link to the Specifications Page for you to see the installation details: https://media3.bosch-home.com/Documents/14052521_B36CD50SNS_Spec_Sheet.pdf
A: Hi, thanks for your question and interest in model # B36CD50SNS. For detailed inquiries regarding features or performance, please consult the Use and Care manual available through this link: (https://media3.bsh-group.com/Documents/9001602137_B.pdf). If you require further assistance or immediate troubleshooting support, our Bosch Customer Care team is here to help at 1-800-944-2904.
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| Pros for Bosch - 500 Series 21 Cu. Ft. French Door Counter-Depth Smart Refrigerator with External Water and Ice Maker - Black Stainless Steel | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Design, Quiet, Counter depth, Storage, Temperature control | Overall Performance, Design, Noise Level, Capacity, Water Dispenser | There were no pros for this product— | Design, Noise Level, Capacity, Overall Performance, Ice Maker Performance |
| Cons for Bosch - 500 Series 21 Cu. Ft. French Door Counter-Depth Smart Refrigerator with External Water and Ice Maker - Black Stainless Steel | |||
| Ice maker, Expensive, Frequent repairs, Price, Drawer issue | Freezer Performance | There were no cons for this product— | Fingerprint Resistance, Surface Material |
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Customers appreciate the quiet operation, spacious design, and counter depth of the 500 Series 21 Cu. Ft. French Door Counter-Depth Smart Refrigerator. However, some customers have experienced issues with the ice maker breaking multiple times. There are also concerns about the product being overpriced.
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- Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Modern lines, excellent no nonsense design
Cannot believe how easy it is to reach everything. The counter depth is the perfect size. Ice maker works well. Lights on water dispenser are sleek and unobtrusive.
This review is from Bosch - 500 Series 21 Cu. Ft. French Door Counter-Depth Smart Refrigerator with External Water and Ice Maker - Stainless Steel
Posted by JWalk
- Rated 5 out of 5 stars
My Bosch 500 series
Very nice fridge . Fits exactly in my kitchen. Beautiful color and doesn’t make fingerprints. What I like best is that produce stays fresh longer than any other fridge that I previously had and creates ice really fast plus spacious bins
Posted by Tebo
- Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Love this refrigerator!
Heavenly! This refrigerator is sleek, quiet, and cool.
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