The model numbers for Elkay high-quality water coolers, bottle fillers, and drinking fountains might initially appear to be a complex mix of letters and digits. But they actually hold key information about each product's attributes and specifications.

Decode Elkay model numbers like a pro with the official Elkay model number portfolio matrix .

Breaking Down The Model Numbers

Each letter or combination of letters in an Elkay model number corresponds to specific features and configurations. Here's a rundown of some of the more common elements:

• LZS: Filtered water coolers and bottle fillers.
• EZS: Non-filtered water coolers and bottle fillers.
• K: A kit (ships in multiple boxes).
• P: An "Enhanced" unit (Advanced features like auto-detection of filter replacement).
• TL: Two level. Commonly referred to as bi-level.
• VR: Classified as a vandal resistant model.
• 8: The rated chilling capacity in gallons per hour.

Examples in Action

Let's put this in context looking at some popular items:

LZS8WSLK: LZS: Filtered | 8: 8 GPH | WS: Water Station | L: Light Gray Granite | K: Kit (ships in two boxes)

EZS8WSSK: EZS: Non-filtered | 8: 8 GPH | WS: Water Station | S: Stainless Steel | K: Kit (ships in two boxes)

LZSTL8WSLP: LZS: Filtered | TL: Bi-level | 8: 8 GPH | WS: Water Station | L: Light Gray Granite | P: Enhanced functionality

VRC8S: VRC: Vandal Resistant Construction | 8: 8 GPH | S: Stainless Steel Cabinet

This is just the tip of the iceberg, though. Download the PDF mentioned above for a more complete listing of model number tokens.

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