Product Overview
The Washtech PW1 is a front-loading upright potwasher built for commercial kitchens that need a compact machine capable of washing pots, pans, bins, baking trays and bowls up to 80 litres. With a 750mm high wash chamber, 3 phase power and just 2.6 litres of water per cycle, the PW1 delivers heavy duty potwashing in a footprint of just 680mm wide. A hanging rail for whisks, ladles and other utensils makes it a practical all-in-one pot and utensil washing solution.
Best for: Commercial kitchens, cafes, aged care facilities and catering operations that need dedicated potwashing capability in a compact upright machine without the footprint of a wide body warewasher.
How the Washtech PW1 cleans
The PW1 uses a 1.5 kW wash pump recirculating water at 800 litres per minute through upper and lower stainless steel wash arms for thorough coverage of the full chamber. Triple cycle selection of 2, 4 and 6 minutes allows operators to match the cycle to the load. The rounded wash tank with double filtration and scrap and pump inlet filters keeps wash water clean throughout service, and the rinse booster elements ensure fast recovery between cycles. Every load is sanitised at high temperature to meet Australian hygiene regulations. A stainless steel support grid is fitted for bowls and a hanging rail accommodates whisks, ladles and other utensils.
The PW1 uses the same PCB control boards as the Washtech X series — simple, reliable and inexpensive to repair. For a full explanation of how Washtech controls work across the range, see our Washtech controls guide.
Key features
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Wash cycles | 2, 4 and 6 minutes |
| Water consumption | 2.6 litres per cycle |
| Wash pump | 1.5 kW at 800 litres per minute |
| Rinse heating | Rinse booster elements standard |
| Controls | PCB electromechanical |
| Loading | Front-loading, upright |
| Wash chamber height | 750 mm clearance |
| Wash chamber depth | 595 mm |
| Wash chamber width | 565 mm |
| Rack size | 500 mm x 500 mm international standard |
| Dimensions | W 680 mm x D 765 mm x H 1850 mm |
| Weight | 150 kg unpacked |
| Power | 3 phase N+E 415V 50Hz, 25 amp per phase |
| Installation | Front-loading upright, requires ventilation hood |
| Door | Counterbalanced insulated two-piece door with safety stop switch |
| Tank | Rounded wash tank, double filtration, scrap and pump inlet filters |
| Wash arms | Upper and lower stainless steel, removable end caps |
| Loading aids | Stainless steel support grid for bowls, hanging rail for utensils |
| WaterMark certified | Yes, meets all Australian state health regulations |
| Construction | Heavy gauge fully welded stainless steel |
| Made in | New Zealand |
| Warranty | 2 years parts and labour / 5 years on the cabinet |
PW1C — condenser version
The PW1C is the condenser version of the PW1 at $19,990 plus GST. It features a built-in heat condenser that captures steam from the wash cycle, eliminating the need for a ventilation hood. This makes it suitable for installations where fitting an exhaust hood is not possible. Contact Sean to discuss the PW1C option for your venue.
PW1 vs PW2 — what is the difference?
The PW1 is a compact upright potwasher at 680mm wide with a 565mm wide wash chamber — suited to kitchens that need potwashing capability in a smaller footprint. The PW2 is a wide body machine at 1,235mm wide with a larger wash chamber that accommodates mixing bowls up to 100 litres and takes standard 500mm racks across its full width. If space is limited and pot volumes are moderate, the PW1 is the right choice. For high volume kitchens washing large batches of pots, bins and trays, the PW2 or PW3 will provide greater throughput.
Warranty and support
The Washtech PW1 is backed by Moffat Australia's national service network with parts stocked locally nationwide.
- 2-year comprehensive warranty on parts and labour
- 5-year warranty on the stainless steel cabinet
- Moffat national service and spare parts network
What's in the box
- Washtech PW1 front-loading upright potwasher
- 1 x 500 mm dish rack
- 1 x 500 mm cup rack
- 1 x 8 division cutlery container
- 1 x 435 mm cup cover
- User and maintenance guide
Frequently asked questions
What size items can the PW1 wash? The 750mm high x 595mm deep x 565mm wide wash chamber accommodates pots, pans, bins, baking trays and bowls up to 80 litres, standard 500mm dish racks, and utensils hung on the rail. Custom loading racks are available for other items.
Does the PW1 need a ventilation hood? Yes. The standard PW1 requires a ventilation hood. The PW1C condenser version at $19,990 plus GST eliminates this requirement — contact Sean for details.
What power does the PW1 require? 3 phase N+E 415V 50Hz, 25 amp per phase.
What is the difference between the PW1 and PW2? The PW1 is a compact 680mm wide upright machine suitable for moderate pot and pan volumes. The PW2 is a 1,235mm wide body machine with a larger chamber suited to high volume operations washing large batches of bins, pots and trays.
Is the Washtech PW1 WaterMark certified? Yes. WaterMark certified and compliant with health regulations in all Australian states.
For enquiries please contact
Phone: Sean 0412 034948
Email: sales@eattucker.com
Freight charges depend on weight and postcode. Please email for details.
