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The Summit FFBF179SSIM is a 31-inch wide refrigerator-freezer with a bottom mount freezer configuration and french-door design. It offers 17.2 cubic feet of storage capacity and features a stainless steel finish. The unit includes a built-in ice maker and has earned ENERGY STAR certification for energy efficiency. This model has a right-hand door configuration.
This full-size refrigerator is designed for residential kitchens where a 31-inch width fits the available space. The built-in ice maker requires a water line connection for operation. The bottom freezer layout places refrigerated items at eye level while frozen goods are stored in the lower compartment. Confirm that the 31-inch width and right-hand door swing work with your kitchen layout and adjacent cabinetry before installation.
The Summit Appliance FFBF179SSIM — bottom freezer refrigerator.
Specifications
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How this bottom freezer stacks up against close alternatives on Fridge.com.
| Spec | Summit 31" Refrigerator, 17.2 cu.ft Capacity Refrigerator-Freezer, Bottom Mount Freezer, Ice Maker, ENERGY STAR, Stainless Steel - FFBF179SSIM (Right Hand Door) Summit Appliance · FFBF179SSIM |  Summit Appliance · FFBF179SSIMLHD |  Kenmore |  Frigidaire · GRBN2012AF |
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| Price | $1,518.48 | $1,553.26 | $1,799.99 | $1,522 |
| Capacity (cu ft) | 17.2 | 17.2 | 17.8 | 20.3 |
| Width | 31.25 | 31.25 | 31.2 | 30 |
| Height | 69 | 69 | 68 | 68.7 |
| Depth | 27.38 | 27.38 | 27.5 | 33.3 |
| Annual Energy Use (kWh) | 537 | — | — | 568 |
| Color | Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel | — | — |
| Finish | Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel | — | — |
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| Where to buy | Get Deal | Get Deal | Get Deal | Get Deal |
Documentation
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Brand Background
Summit Appliance, a division of Felix Storch, Inc., has operated out of the Bronx, New York since 1969, carving out a distinctive niche in specialty refrigeration that sets it apart from mainstream appliance manufacturers. The company's catalog on Fridge.com encompasses 907 active products, reflecting an unusually broad range of specialized cooling solutions. Rather than competing in the standard kitchen refrigerator market, Summit focuses heavily on commercial and specialty categories—the brand offers 161 upright freezers, 153 kegerators, 153 beverage centers, and 78 built-in units, alongside 161 french-door models. This distribution reveals a manufacturer deeply invested in foodservice, hospitality, and medical applications rather than typical residential needs. ADA-compliant models like the CT661WADA compact freezer demonstrate Summit's commitment to accessibility requirements, while units like the SBC15NKCSS kegerator highlight their strength in beverage dispensing equipment. With products carrying an average rating of 3.7 out of 5, Summit Appliance occupies the mainstream tier but serves markets that premium residential brands often overlook, making it a go-to source for undercounter installations, laboratory storage, and commercial beverage applications where specialized dimensions and compliance certifications matter most.
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