Classeq WS-Auto Automatic External Cold Feed Water Softener
Product Description
The Classeq WS-Auto is a fully automatic external water softener designed to protect commercial warewashers from limescale build-up. Connected to the cold water feed, it conditions incoming water before it...
Specifications
- Colour
- Grey
- Dimensions
- 545(H) x 230(W) x 420(D)mm
- Material
- Stainless Steel & Plastic
- Weight
- 17kg
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Product Description
The Classeq WS-Auto is a fully automatic external water softener designed to protect commercial warewashers from limescale build-up. Connected to the cold water feed, it conditions incoming water before it reaches the machine, helping to prevent the scale accumulation that is one of the most common causes of warewasher performance problems and premature component failure in hard water areas.
In busy kitchen environments, limescale is a persistent issue. It restricts water flow, reduces heating efficiency, and shortens the working life of elements, pumps, and spray arms. The WS-Auto addresses this at source rather than relying solely on rinse aid chemistry or periodic descaling. It is compatible with all current Classeq undercounter and pass-through models, including Viso utensil washers and older Hydro machines, making it a practical addition to an existing installation as well as a new one.
A key practical feature is the automatic regeneration cycle, which the unit is designed to run during quieter periods rather than mid-service. This means the softener is available when it is needed most and does not interrupt wash cycles at inconvenient times. Day-to-day operation requires no manual intervention beyond keeping the unit supplied with salt.
- Reduces limescale entering the machine, extending component service life
- Automatic regeneration timed to avoid disruption during service
- Helps maintain wash and rinse performance in hard water areas
- Straightforward installation on the cold water supply line
- Supports all current Classeq undercounter and pass-through models
This unit is well suited to any site running a Classeq washer in a moderate to hard water area where limescale is a known operational concern. For sites running multiple machines or higher-volume operations, it is worth discussing whether additional water treatment provision would be appropriate.
If you are unsure whether your water hardness warrants a softener, or want to confirm compatibility with your existing machine, the team is happy to talk it through before you commit.
Key Features
- Automatic regeneration cycle activates during low-use periods, not service
- Cold feed connection compatible with all Classeq undercounter and pass-through models
- Conditions incoming water to reduce limescale before it enters the machine
- Stainless steel and plastic construction suited to back-of-house installation
- Supports older Hydro models and current Viso utensil washers
Operational Benefits
- Extends component life by preventing limescale accumulation on elements and pumps
- Maintains consistent wash performance in moderate to hard water areas
- Reduces frequency and cost of descaling and unplanned maintenance
- Regenerates automatically without interrupting the wash programme during service
- Protects an existing machine investment with a straightforward retrofit installation
Specifications
- Colour
- Grey
- Dimensions
- 545(H) x 230(W) x 420(D)mm
- Material
- Stainless Steel & Plastic
- Weight
- 17kg
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Water hardness varies significantly across the UK, with many areas in the South East, Midlands, and East of England classified as hard or very hard. If you are seeing white deposits on glassware, frequent need for descaling, or reduced wash quality over time, a softener is likely to make a meaningful difference. A simple water hardness test can confirm whether treatment is warranted before you invest.
- Yes — the WS-Auto is designed to be compatible with the full Classeq undercounter and pass-through range, including current models and older Hydro machines, as well as Viso utensil washers. It connects to the cold water supply line ahead of the machine, so compatibility is not dependent on the machine's age or specific model variant.
- The main routine task is keeping the unit stocked with the appropriate softener salt to allow regeneration to take place. The regeneration cycle itself runs automatically, so there is no need for manual intervention during normal operation. Beyond salt replenishment, occasional checks on the unit and its connections are good practice as part of general equipment maintenance.