The Washtech XG is a compact undercounter glasswasher that also works as a light duty dishwasher. We've been servicing and selling Washtech machines since 1995, and these are the tips we give every customer to get years of trouble free service out of an XG.
What's in the box
- 1 rack
- Water supply hose
- Non-return valve
- 4 legs, usually packed inside the machine
- Instruction booklet
The drain hose comes coiled at the back of the machine.
Unpacking and setup
- Peel off all the white plastic film. It gets tatty quickly if left on.
- You don't need to fit the non-return valve. The XG has a built in non-return vacuum break, and an extra valve can restrict water flow.
- Screw the legs in as tight as they go before levelling the machine. This stops them turning while you adjust them.
- Uncoil the drain hose from the back and connect it to your nearest sink spigot.
- If the XG is mainly washing beer glasses, leave the rinse aid line coiled up. Rinse aid can flatten beer.
Daily checks
- On start up, check the wash arm turns while the machine fills. If it does, there's enough water pressure for a good rinse.
- If the rinse is too strong, the water can leave the jets at too steep an angle and miss the inside of tall glasses. Tilt the rinse section of the arm up a little to slow it down.
- Take a photo of the wash and rinse jet positions while the machine is new. Some jets are blanked off on purpose, and the photo makes it easy to put them back right.
- Check the arm spins freely and all the jets are tight. We recommend taking the arm off daily to check it. Just undo the thumb nut in the centre.
- Every so often, pull out the black plastic column under the arm. It lifts straight up. Clean out any build up inside, as this can slow the arm. Push it all the way back in when you refit it.
Basket filter
The XG has a wide stainless steel basket filter that lifts straight out. Empty and rinse it at the end of every service.
How the XG keeps its water level
The machine fills once at the start. Every cycle then adds fresh rinse water to the wash tank. If the level gets too high, the XG senses it and drains off just enough to bring it back. You never have to manage the water level yourself.
Draining at the end of service
Open the door and press the drain button. The door has to be open. If it's closed, the machine will try to refill while it drains.
Follow these tips and your XG should give you clean glasses day in, day out, with fewer callouts.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need to fit the non-return valve that comes with the XG?
No. The XG has a built in non-return vacuum break, and an extra valve can restrict water flow.
Should I use rinse aid if I'm washing beer glasses?
No. Rinse aid can flatten beer, so leave the rinse aid line coiled up if the XG is mainly washing beer glasses.
How do I drain the Washtech XG?
Open the door and press the drain button. If the door is closed, it will try to refill while it drains.
How often should I clean the basket filter?
At the end of every service. The stainless steel basket lifts straight out for cleaning.
Have a question about your XG? Phone or text 0412 034948 or email sales@eattucker.com.