Hobart Ecomax G504S Glasswasher with Water Softener

The Hobart Ecomax G504S is an undercounter glasswasher built for commercial bar and catering environments where consistent, spot-free results matter throughout service. It accepts a 500x500mm basket and runs up to 60 racks per hour, with cycle times adjustable between 60 and 180 seconds depending on soil load and glass type. A drain pump is fitted as standard, and the integrated water softener is included — a practical inclusion that removes the need for a separate softening unit and helps protect both the machine and your glassware in hard water areas.

In a busy bar or café setting, throughput and reliability are the primary concerns during service. The G504S is well suited to moderate-volume operations where glassware is turned around continuously — think a pub function room, hotel bar, or café-restaurant running covers through a shift. The adjustable cycle gives operators some control over speed versus wash intensity, which is useful when switching between heavily soiled pint glasses and more delicate wine glasses.

From a practical standpoint, the built-in water softener delivers a meaningful operational advantage: it reduces limescale build-up, extends the working life of the machine, and helps maintain glass clarity without reliance on excessive rinse aid. Key operational benefits include:

• Integrated water softener reduces limescale and protects glassware quality
• Drain pump fitted as standard for flexible installation positioning
• Adjustable cycle time accommodates different glass types and soil levels
• Stainless steel construction supports hygiene and durability in daily use
• Single-phase hardwired connection keeps installation straightforward in most sites

Installation requires a hardwired 25A single-phase supply — this is not a plug-and-play unit, so an electrical connection by a qualified electrician will be needed. The machine also requires a mains water inlet and a drain connection. At 54kg and with footprint dimensions appropriate for undercounter installation, it fits within a standard counter run, but it is worth confirming your available space before ordering. Ventilation requirements are standard for this class of machine, though ensuring adequate airflow around the unit is advisable in tight undercounter configurations.

The G504S is most suitable for small to medium operations — bars, café-restaurants, hotel lounges, and similar venues — where glassware throughput is steady but not extreme. Sites running very high glass volumes continuously throughout service, or those operating multiple bar points from a single wash point, may find a higher-capacity model better matched to their needs.

If you're unsure whether this model is the right fit for your service volume or site setup, our team is happy to talk it through with you before you commit.