Washtech GL Compact Under Counter Polish-Free Compatible Glasswasher
The Washtech GL Compact Under Counter Polish-Free Compatible Glasswasher is a premium, high-capacity cleaning system designed for elite Australian hospitality venues. Manufactured in New Zealand by industry leader Washtech and distributed across Australia by Moffat, this heavy-duty under bench glass washer handles intense volume by processing up to 960 clean glasses per hour. It features customisable 1, 2, and 3-minute washing cycles managed via an advanced touchscreen control interface. Engineered for premium beverage service, the GL model can be upgraded to enable switchable inlet water for on-demand selection of a spotless, polish-free glass mode using an optional cold reverse osmosis water. This eliminates manual polishing labour, saving hours of staff time while providing sparkling, hygienically clean stemware for upscale operations.
Commercial Hospitality Use Cases
- High-End Cocktail and Wine Bars: Achieves spotless, streak-free presentation on fine crystal stemware, highball glasses, and custom tumblers without manual polishing.
- Boutique Cafés and Bistros: Slots neatly beneath standard counters to sanitize delicate glassware, milk jugs, and coffee cups near the point of service.
- Busy Local Pubs and RSL Clubs: Keeps pace with intense weekend peak-demand periods, cycling through massive quantities of pint glasses and schooners.
- Hotel Dining Rooms and Event Lounges: Manages large function turnarounds efficiently by accommodating mixed loads of cups, saucers, and cutlery.
Strategic Benefits and Operational Advantages
Complete Elimination of Glass Polishing Labour
When paired with the optional BA14-DW14 upgrade kit, the Washtech GL utilizes cold reverse osmosis (RO) water to deliver a flawless, spot-free rinse. This eliminates the tedious process of hand-polishing wine and cocktail glasses, drastically lowering labour expenses and reducing accidental breakages behind the bar.
Flexible Electrical Configurations for Rapid Recovery
The unit features up rateable power options to suit your venue’s infrastructure. While it functions perfectly on a standard single-phase 15A supply, it can be uprated to single-phase 25A or three-phase 15A (providing up to 9.00 kW total output) to ensure ultra-fast rinse temperature recovery times between high-volume cycles.
Advanced Inventory Protection
Equipped with a 0.3HP soft start wash pump; the machine avoids abrupt water pressure shocks when a cycle begins. This gentle initial flow protects delicate wine stems and expensive glassware from shifting, scratching, or chipping during operation, securing your capital investment.
Key Features
- Advanced Touchscreen Controls: Simple user interface providing advanced customisation for specific wash needs.
- Flexible Wash Cycles: Choice of 1, 2, and 3-minute cycles depending on glass soil levels.
- Massive Hourly Output: Processes up to 960 commercial glasses per hour.
- Assured Rinse System: Comes complete with a physical break tank and booster pump for guaranteed rinse pressure.
- Full Insulation & Soft-Close Door: Minimises ambient heat loss and dampens noise behind the counter.
- Hands-Free Drainage System: Includes an integrated sump and heavy-duty drain pump for reliable waste removal.
- Dual Chemical Pumps: Automatic internal injectors provide exact, hassle-free detergent and rinse-aid dosing.
- Premium Finishes: Available in heavy-duty standard stainless steel, mirror finish, or matte black stainless steel (GL-B).
Rack Compatibility & Supplied Accessories
The Washtech GL features a versatile internal architecture designed to accommodate varying service styles:
- Multi-Size Rack Capability: Equipped with a tilting rack slide that is fully compatible with rack dimensions from 365mm up to 450mm square.
- Anti-Pooling Design: The tilting rack slide positions the glasses at an angle to accelerate drying times and stop water from pooling on upturned bases.
- Premium Included Accessories: Shipped with a kitted-out startup rack bundle to get your business running immediately.
- Supplied 450mm Dish Rack: High-strength structured rack configured for plates, platters, and saucers.
- Supplied 450mm Cup Rack: Flat-profile wire rack ideal for high-density rows of coffee cups, tumblers, and mugs.
- Supplied Cutlery Container: High-walled mesh insert container to hold utensils securely upright during the wash.
Technical Specifications
- Model: Washtech GL Series-8
- Rack Size Compatibility: Accommodates 365mm up to 450mm square racks
- Hourly Rinse Output: Up to 960 glasses / hr
- Water Consumption: 2.4 Litres per cycle
- Inlet Water Supply: Accepts temperatures from 20°C up to 65°C. 3/4” male connection with hose supplied. Requires 100-500kPa pressure and 10L/min flow.
- Drainage Hookup: 25mm flexible drain pump hose pre-fitted to the unit.
- Backflow Prevention: Watermark-approved atmospheric vacuum breaker.
Machine Dimensions and Weight
- Width: 527 mm
- Depth: 600 mm
- Height: 840 mm
- Weight: 68 kg
- Volume: 0.32 m³
Packed Dimensions and Weight
- Packed Width: 560 mm
- Packed Depth: 650 mm
- Packed Height: 875 mm
- Packed Weight: 71 kg
- Packed Volume: 0.32 m³
Power Supply Options
- Single Phase (Standard): 230-240V, 50Hz, 15A max | Maximum 3.25 kW
- Single Phase (Uprated): 230-240V, 50Hz, 25A max | Maximum 5.25 kW
- Three Phase (Maximum Performance): 400-415V, 50Hz, 15A per phase | Maximum 9.00 kW
- Plug set: Ready-to-go quick connection kit with standard 1p/15A plug set included.
Cleaning & Maintenance Guidelines
To maintain spotless glass washing results and secure the operational life of the unit, operators should perform this routine maintenance:
- Daily Sump Clearing: Run the auto-drain program at the end of each shift to cycle out dirty wash water.
- Filter Basket Cleaning: Lift out and wash the heavy-duty stainless-steel wash and drain filter basket daily under running water to clear cocktail garnishes, pulp, or seeds.
- Arm Inspection: Check the independent stainless-steel wash and rinse arms weekly to ensure the jets are entirely free from debris.
- Isolating Switch Proximity: Ensure your wall-mounted electrical isolating switch sits within 1 metre of the unit and is never hidden directly behind the machine cabinet.
Warranty, Standards and Compliance
- Water Mark Certified: Fully accredited with an integrated atmospheric vacuum breaker to guarantee safe plumbing backflow compliance across Australia.
- Moffat 5-2-2 Warranty Protection: Complete structural and mechanical peace of mind backed by Moffat’s nationwide premier tier service and repair coverage layout:
- 5 Years: Structural cabinet parts integrity protection.
- 2 Years: Heavy-duty wash pump replacement.
- 2 Years: Complete parts and commercial expert technician labour.
Why the Washtech GL is Essential for Commercial Kitchens
The Washtech GL represents the pinnacle of commercial ware washing innovation by offering an upgradeable path to polish-free glass maintenance. It provides an assured rinse pressure thanks to its integrated break tank and booster pump, guaranteeing that every cycle achieves perfect sanitising results regardless of your venue’s fluctuating water pressure. Its heavy-duty stainless-steel build, combined with full thermal and acoustic insulation, ensures a cool, quiet working environment directly beneath your front-of-house service bars.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: What equipment do I need to achieve the “polish-free” glass washing results?
A: To activate the polish-free mode, the Washtech GL requires the optional BA14-DW14 upgrade kit and a cold reverse osmosis (RO) water feed. This setup allows the machine to switch dynamically between a standard hot water feed for heavy high-capacity cleaning and pure RO water for an immaculate, spot-free finish on high-end stemware.
Q: Can I run this machine on a cold-water connection if hot water isn’t available under my bar?
A: Yes, the Washtech GL is suitable for connection to a cold water supply (20–65°C). However, if you plug it into cold water, it is highly recommended to uprate the power configuration to single-phase 25A or three-phase 15A. This ensures the booster heating elements can rapidly heat the water between cycles without causing long delays.
Q: What is the benefit of the “Assured Rinse” break tank and booster pump?
A: In many commercial venues, water pressure drops when other taps, ice machines, or dishwashers turn on. The GL’s built-in break tank isolates the rinse water, while the booster pump drives it through the rinse arms at a constant, unyielding pressure. This guarantees perfect chemical removal and thermal sanitisation every single run.
Q: Does this machine include a built-in drain pump?
A: Yes. The Washtech GL features an advanced hands-free drainage system that comes standard with an internal sump and a heavy-duty drain pump. It forces wastewater out through a pre-fitted 25mm flexible hose, allowing you to connect to under-sink traps or elevated plumbing line layouts.
Q: What are the aesthetic choices available for the machine exterior?
A: To match modern bar designs and open-concept hospitality venues, the GL is manufactured in three distinct styles. You can purchase it in standard heavy-duty stainless steel, a highly polished mirror finish, or a premium matte black stainless steel cabinet configuration (designated as the GL-B model).
Why Buy From Snowmaster?
When you source your hospitality setup from Snowmaster, you gain the security of working with a family-founded commercial industry pioneer with over 80 years of hospitality experience. Since opening our doors in 1945, we have helped thousands of pubs, clubs, and cafés across Australia establish reliable, efficient kitchens.
We operate as elite, certified Washtech supplier specialists. Our technical team understands the precise water pressure, power supply, and sizing requirements of Moffat’s full ware washing range.
When you purchase through Snowmaster, you receive:
- Guaranteed Best Industry Pricing: Transparent commercial rates designed to fit your installation budget.
- Rapid Nationwide Shipping: Fully tracked, securely insured commercial freight delivered straight to your door across Australia.
- Flexible Hospitality Financing: Access convenient lease-to-own or rent-try-buy commercial funding structures to preserve your vital cash flow.
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